Working Out On The Road: Strollercize Your Waist Away
Leave it to a physical trainer and new mom to develop a sure-fire method to take off those unwanted post-natal inches by exercising together with baby and stroller and new found friends.After my...
Read More 3 min read
Four Seasons Nevis, St. Kitts And Nevis
Find out why Four Seasons Nevis is not just a playground for the rich and famous, but for families as well. Their excellent childcare programs are even affordable during the quieter summer season. [
Read More 3 min read
Overcoming Crowds And Challenges At Walt Disney World, Florida
Wondering where to eat or how to minimize the wait? Dreaming of a theme park visit but dreading not being able to find a shady place to relax? Towing lots of little ones with no idea of where the best...
Read More 4 min read
Jet Lag In Children
Doc Holiday discusses the best ways to adjust to a new time zone for parents and their cranky children. Jet lag, or disruption in sleep and wake cycles with travel across time...
Read More 2 min read
Vail, Colorado For Snowsports
FTF's ski experts rate the family-friendliness and ski-ability of the popular Vail ski and summer mountain resort in Colorado.Vail has one of the single biggest ski mountains in North America,...
Read More 3 min read
Llama Camping, Toddler in the Lead
Discover how fuzzy llama creatures can turn camping and hiking with toddlers into a relaxing, memorable Wild West family adventure. "Llamas hum!" my toddler son blurted out. Strapped...
Read More 8 min read
Following Lewis And Clark Through Washington
Washington State looked different to us than its wilderness did to Lewis and Clark so many years ago, so we became our own Corps of Discovery. When Lewis and Clark blazed a trail...
Read More 5 min read
Breakfast at Tivoli’s: Copenhagen, Denmark With Little Ones
From museums to gardens to castles, FTF tells you where to take the kids in Copenhagen, Denmark.I remember Copenhagen, Denmark well. I lived there years ago when I was the director of a theater...
Read More 6 min read
Exploring The Other Side Of The Great Wall Of China
Avoid the tourist hordes by climbing the Great Wall with this family and their private Chinese guide, for an insider's look at one of the 7 New Wonders of the World.When we first heard about...
Read More 7 min read
Washington DC, The National Cathedral
This is an architecturally dramatic monument to Christianity, past presidents and current events, as well as an engaging center for Medieval crafts and ways. In a city better known for museums...
Read More 2 min read
Newport Beach, California Soothes Little Souls
Stay in pretty Newport Beach, California and enjoy the best of both worlds -- with Disneyland nearby and beautiful beaches right beneath your feet. Southern California's picturesque Newport Beach,...
Read More 3 min read
Becoming An Astronaut On Cape Canaveral
A wannabe astronaut delights in the many varied outer space-themed attractions, museums and classes in central Florida that are designed for all ages."One small step for a man, one giant leap..."...
Read More 5 min read
Cancun’s Royal Resorts’ Family Villas
Family Travel Forum's review of spacious condominium living at The Royal Resorts complexes located along the beachfront in Cancun, Mexico.On our recent return to Cancun after the devastating...
Read More 4 min read
Snowsports Toys And Tricks For All Ages
New snow toys makes non-skiers and too-little-to-ski-ers enjoy their day on the mountain just as much as everyone else.With every season, we become aware of new snow toys and snow fun options waiting...
Read More 2 min read
Coping With High Altitudes
Doc Holiday talks about altitude sickness and its causes, and how to prevent it on your next vacation to a mountain resort. While most visitors to mountain resorts do not suffer any medical problems...
Read More 2 min read
Volunteer With Earthwatch
Families traveling and working together during their vacation can actively begin to solve the world's problems."Whale breath," said Dr. Ken Balcomb. "God, I love it." The cloud of mist definitely...
Read More 6 min read
Going My Way? Finding The Perfect Teen Tour
Considering your teens' summer plans? Read an expert's opinion on the most efficient way to research and make the right choice.There is probably no more challenging decision-making process...
Read More 2 min read
Cheaper Travel ID Options For Kids At Certain Borders
As many families already know, since January 23, 2007, the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) has required all U.S.As many families already know, since January 23, 2007, the...
Read More 4 min read
Sea Kayaking In Baja California
Like remote places, but don't like giving up modern comforts? This reviewer heads to a Mexican wilderness retreat for kayaking and exploring marine life in Baja California. If the thought...
Read More 2 min read
A Home Of Your Own In Italy
Your complete guide to renting a holiday apartment or villa for your family in the Italian countryside, whether Florence, Chianti, Livorno, Umbria or Sicily. Agriturismo, a recent tourism trend...
Read More 8 min read
The Riches Of France By Barge
For a different kind of "cruise" and an offbeat French experience, consider cruising around France with your family in one of Crown Blue Line's barges. "You could have picked a boat a little...
Read More 3 min read
Lone Mountain Ranch, Big Sky, Montana
This family finds going home to Big Sky's exclusive family ranch provides unforgettable outdoor fun all year round.Thomas Wolfe once said, "You can't go home again", but this summer I discovered...
Read More 4 min read
Finding Healthcare On The Road
Doc Holiday suggests which medical essentials to pack and how to gain access to quality health care away from home if the need arises. While our baggage is portable, we can't take our...
Read More 2 min read
Boca Raton Resort And Club
This mother and daughter enjoyed a relaxing beach, plus great programs for children and adults, at the Boca Raton Resort in Florida. While Florida certainly has plenty of resorts to choose...
Read More 5 min read
London, England For Less
Visit England's biggest city on a little budget and shave off those Pounds (Sterling) with savings suggestions for airport, sightseeing and local transportation. With the Great British Pound...
Read More 7 min read
Snowmass, Colorado In Winter: All Ages And All Abilities
Physical and cultural activities abound at the four Aspen mountains, some of Colorado's most family-friendly snowsports and adventure destinations. Physical and cultural activities abound at the four...
Read More 5 min read
Why Air Travel = Ear Trouble
Find out why air travel can be so painful for kids, and whether or not flying with a cold or ear infection poses a health hazard. Doc Holiday shares advice on how to eliminate ear pain. True...
Read More 2 min read
My Three S’s: Snug, Secure, Safe Carseats
The proper use of infant, car and booster seats, as well as the perils of airbags and aircraft seats, are important for every parent to understand. With the Ford Motor Company recently...
Read More 2 min read
The Buccaneer, St. Croix’s Classic Family Resort
This classic Caribbean resort offers fun and luxury for the whole family. Read on to find out why!One of the oldest and still the best on the most family-friendly of the U. S. Virgin Islands,...
Read More 3 min read
Stockholm, Sweden Attractions
Family Travel Forum's guide to how to get around, what to see, where to stay, and where to eat in Sweden's charming capital of Stockholm. With its broad pavements, green parks, and...
Read More 6 min read
Vermont’s Smugglers Notch For Grown-Ups
A Vermont mountain known for its super children's programs makes the thrill of discovery available in an adults-only camp rated M. There's something funny about Smugglers' Notch Resort, a ski...
Read More 4 min read
Point Reyes National Seashore, California
Whale-watching, black raspberry-picking, hiking, good eating, arts n' crafts, and elk-tracking are a few of the quiet family pleasures to be found in California's most popular park preserve. Whale-watching,...
Read More 5 min read
Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus, Dominican Republic
A European owned all-inclusive resort creates competition in the luxury class for long-time family favorites in the Punta Cana, Dominican Republic beach zone. At home, it's so damp and cold...
Read More 3 min read
Fleeing The Flu
When the cold weather approaches, Doc Holiday says it's time to consider the new flu vaccine, potentially a family traveler's best friend.When the cold weather approaches, Doc Holiday says it's...
Read More 1 min read
Ontario, Canada Country Hotels And Resorts
The lush countryside north of Toronto boasts major manor houses for family getaways that are the prestigious luxury inns of Canada's Cottage Country .The lush countryside north of Toronto boasts major...
Read More 5 min read
Europe Ski Holidays, US Ski Holidays
Three generations of inveterate American skiers review favorite mountain resorts in the US -- East and West -- and Europe. Ski resorts out West? Ski holidays Europe? It's hard to...
Read More 5 min read
Skiing in Sestriere Italy – The Perfect Family-Friendly Resort
Skiing in Sestriere, Italy, offers families a unique blend of exhilarating slopes and Italian charm. For the ultimate ski vacation with a touch of "dolce vita," one family opted...
Read More 8 min read
Three Days In Family-Friendly Copenhagen, Denmark
Castles, museums, and sightseeing boat tours await you in this Denmark city, making it a great place to bring children if you have a weekend to visit.On our recent "Denmark Bicycling Trip"...
Read More 2 min read
The Costa Rica I Know
Read on for Family Travel Forum's overview of travel to Costa Rica, including general regions, cautions, customs, and basic, practical facts.Bordered by Nicaragua, Panama, the...
Read More 5 min read
The Souks of Morocco
Find out what a souk is, and about the wonderful things that happen there, in this account of the author's visit to Morocco. The Arabic for Morocco is Al Maghrib, or, the furthest...
Read More 6 min read
Bahamas: Island Hopping
Follow this reporter as she plans her island-hopping itinerary through the Bahamas, with a special focus on Grand Bahama Island and its attractions. Lately, when we think about the Bahamas,...
Read More 3 min read
Travel Resources For Parana, Southern Brazil
Getting there and around this bio-diverse and environmentally rich state, plus the best places for families to stay, eat, and find a tour in Southern Brazil. rom Curitiba to the Atlantic coast,...
Read More 4 min read
Los Angeles Comes Out to Play
Activities from the Hollywood Walk of Fame to the Los Angeles Zoo plus California's great weather makes LA a year-round travel hot spot. With flair and attitude, Los Angeles, California...
Read More 6 min read
Montreal Avec Les Enfants
Explore Montreal, Canada by water and land with a few tips from Family Travel Forum.Montréal, a small, vibrant island city on the banks of Canada's St. Lawrence River, boasts a smattering of...
Read More 5 min read
Keeping Allergies And Asthma in Check
Here are some medically proven allergy prevention tips, designed to help you identify and overcome travel situations likely to aggravate asthma or allergies, and cause problems that can ruin a vacation. Did...
Read More 4 min read
Canada vs. US: Finding A Snowsports Bargain
How family ski resorts in Canada compare price-wise to skiing the U.S. -- with some strategies to make planning simple for your next (budget) snowsports vacation.A Winter 2005 study done by...
Read More 3 min read
Carnival Gets Teens With At-Sea Programs
Carnival Cruise Lines has expanded its program offerings and facilities for that hard-to-please teenage market.Since the millennium, teens have been sought out by the cruise companies, who see...
Read More 2 min read
Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort: Family-Friendly Resort in St. Lucia
Windjammer Landing Villa Resort is the ideal habitat for families seeking the ultimate vacation in St. Lucia, West Indies. Tranquil St. Lucia, a 240-square-mile mountainous island,...
Read More 5 min read
Panama – Tips / Food / Lodging
Drawing from his trip to Panama, the author offers tips on travel, lodging, and restaurants in this Central American country. If you are considering a visit to Panama, here are some general...
Read More 2 min read
