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Practicing Tai Chi on the shores of Breakneck Lake in Harriman State Park.
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10 Reasons To Love Appalachian Mountain Club Outdoors Adventures

We know the Appalachian Mountain Club, one of the country’s original conservation groups, changes lives. It happened to me, just days after an email landed in my inbox like a...

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Florida is ideal for budget summer getaways because there is water everywhere. Photo c. Denys Kostyuchenko for unsplash.
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Weekend Wanderlust: Florida Mini Adventures That Don’t Require A Passport

Many Florida residents are choosing to explore their own backyard. It makes sense. Planning a vacation that involves long flights and complicated bookings is not always possible....

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Mom reads book at beach while 2 toddlers play in sand nearby.
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Fuerteventura Family Holidays: Best Areas & Things to Do

Fuerteventura family holidays are big on beach time, with soft sand, shallow waters, and sunshine most of the year. And when you’re ready to explore? There are loads of things...

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Woman teaches baby how to swim in indoor pool.
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How To Teach Babies And Toddlers To Swim

As parents, we want to know how to teach our babies to swim because the desire to see, feel or hear water is universal. People from all walks of life seek its soothing yet refreshing...

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The Sandpearl resort boasts a lagoon pool right along the beautiful white sand beach of Clearwater, Florida.
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Favorite Clearwater Beach Family Resorts

Clearwater Beach, Florida is so popular that you need to book ahead to guarantee the best Clearwater Beach family resort for your needs. Many factors make our pick of the top resorts...

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Empty gold sand beach with a row of sunchairs under umbrellas along the Caribbean coast of Mexico.
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All Inclusive Resort Tips For Families: What’s Really Included And Why It Matters

All inclusive resorts are a popular choice for families because they promise to take the hassle out of vacation planning. What do all inclusive resorts offer? They offer convenience...

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Stylish Thai resorts are tucked into the lush tropical jungles of Phuket.
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Top 7 Phuket Resorts with Kids Clubs That Are Worth Every Baht

Traveling with kids can be at once a delight and a logistical challenge, but Phuket, Thailand makes it effortless. When you're

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Boy and girl spalsh in the water off of the Nantucket beach. Photo by Garrett Patz for unsplash.
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51 Summer Trip Ideas – Plan Your Perfect Family Vacation

It’s time for our annual roundup of the 51 best family summer trip ideas! Wave goodbye to work and school stress, and forget about travel hiccups or economic woes. Right now,...

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Players confront costumed guards in 'Squid Games The Experience', an immersive game in New York.
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Summer Blockbuster Stays: Family Entertainment Hotels Where Pop Culture and Fun Collide

Why pay for theme parks when there are hotels with entertainment for families? This summer of budget-watching is the ideal time to discover unique family resorts and hotels with...

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Aerial view of beach at Seaside Heights, Jersey Shore with Casino Pier in background
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Top 5 Family-Friendly Jersey Shore Towns for an Unforgettable Vacation

So you know you are reading about the Jersey Shore. But if you’re expecting a write-up on Snooki and the rest of the MTV gang, or a Bruce Springsteen expose,...

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The restored 18th century homes of Elfreth's Alley Philadelphia
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Short Breaks And Weekend Getaways From Philadelphia

Philadelphia families know the big state of Pennsylvania offers many possible weekend getaways. But have you considered the big city life, sand beaches and roller coasters nearby...

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The Victorian style front porch and bright red door of the Virginia Hotel in Cape May, NJ. Photo c. Virginia Hotel
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Cape May, New Jersey Attractions Lure Families

Picturesque, Victorian style homes, quiet lanes, and family attractions go hand in hand in Cape May, New Jersey. The beautiful seaside getaway I visited with my...

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Lightner Museum occupies the former Hotel Alcazar in St. Augustine.
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From Fort Mose To The Civil Rights Movement: Tracing Black History In St. Augustine

Look past the Spanish fort, ornate Moorish buildings and main plaza to discover Black history in St. Augustine, Florida. More than 450 years ago, the first Africans in North America...

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Groupd doing a tour on Segways at the Palm Beach marina in Florida.
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Road Trip USA: Florida Beach Road Trip Along US1 From Jacksonville To Key West

Welcome to Routes 1 and A1A, the twin coastal roads along the Atlantic coast between Jacksonville and Key West that form the greatest Florida beach road trip.

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Parent supervising a young girl on the beach as she walks towards the water at dusk.
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Spring Break Water Safety Tips for Kids and Families

Families are heading to beaches, pools and lakes this holiday, so it’s a good time to remind everyone of essential water safety tips for families. According to 

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The busy beach scene and multistory hotels of Aruba's Palm Beach.
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Traveling to Aruba Checklist – The Best Vacation Ever!

Ensure a safe and enjoyable Aruba family vacation or remote work break with our Traveling to Aruba Checklist. This southern Caribbean island prioritizes safety and...

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Boy wearing a surfer's rasher to guard against the sun at the beach.
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Fashionable Sun Protection Clothing

Protect yourself and your kids with sun protection clothes, hats, sunglasses, and other products that are effectively UV resistant and stylish. Increased awareness of the power...

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Parrots at Xcaret ecological park, Mexico
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Cancun Family Vacation: 3 Tips When Planning Your Trip

Cancun family vacation 2019, what a wild...

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Girl sitting on float on the sand squirts sunblock from a bottle. Photo c. campus for pixels.
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Best Spring Break Vacation Ideas

There's still snow and plenty of sun, so get out and choose your best spring break idea from one of our many affordable family vacation deals for 2025.

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Make wellness vacations in the great outdoors easy with a comfortable glamping option at the Grand Canyon. Photo c. Backland Luxury Camping
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Relax, Recharge, Reconnect: Fun Wellness Vacations For A Healthy Spring Break

Spring Break 2025 is shaping up to be a time for more than just escaping the classroom. It's an opportunity to prioritize family wellness vacations and create healthy habits that...

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Sunrise, before the crowds hit the beach, is a wonderful time to explore. Photo c. pexels
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U.S. Virgin Islands – Choosing the Perfect Island for Your Vacation

No passport? No problem with our family's reviews of the U.S. Virgin Islands to help you decide which of America's Caribbean isles is right for your family beach vacation.

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Aerial view of the Coral World Ocean Park Underwater Observatory on St. Thomas. Photo c. Coral World
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St. Thomas, Family Adventures In The U.S. Virgin Islands

Kayak, snorkel, "snuba" and more with the family on the beautiful beaches of St.Thomas. It's one of the most popular of the U.S. Virgin Islands because there's so much going for...

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Woman in bathing suit on a beach chair at one of the Viva Wyndham all-inclusive resorts.
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Summertime: Sun Precautions When The Heat Is On

Doc Holiday updates you on specific sun precautions to take during the blistering heat of summer, especially when traveling with very young children.

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Girl on a zip line canopy tour in Mexico
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Wild Side of Riviera Nayarit: Adventures Await

From the hip resort of Sayulita to the jungles of the Sierra Madres in Mexico's Riviera Nayarit, adventures in nature appeal to everyone in the family, whatever their fitness level.

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Some splurge suites at Grand Residences Cancun Resort have private plunge pools that overlook the Caribbean Sea.
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Grand Suites Make Grand Residences Riviera Cancun Resort a Reunion Destination

The family that collapsed at the Grand Residences Riviera Cancun Resort table next to me must have just arrived. First, they pulled off their traveling shoes and wiggled their...

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Couple hiking with a dog at Batiguitos Lagoon. Photo c. VisitCarlsbad
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Active Family Weekends In Carlsbad, California

It's time to discover the southern California city of Carlsbad and its family attractions. Previously known as a gateway to

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Bus brings skiers and snowboarders to the slopes in Park City, Utah. Photo c. Visit Park City.
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12 Favorite Family Winter Getaways And Travel Deals

Sun or snow or stay close for your family winter getaways? Maybe your winter escape is that long-delayed trip to Orlando. Perhaps it's a cruise with extended family or experiencing...

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Enjoy the warm surf and gold sand of the Mayan Riviera beach. Photo: Barcelo. Photo c. Barcelo
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Our Family’s Pick Among Barcelo’s Riviera Maya All Inclusive Resorts

Imagine an easy, breezy, sunny vacation at the all-inclusive Barcelo Resorts on Mexico's Riviera Maya. Families find that impressive dining options, friendly service, entertainment...

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Vintage photo of guests enjoying the Tiki Bar on the sand outside the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort. Photo c. Hilton
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3 Great Florida Beach Towns to Celebrate New Year’s Eve

A family vacation for a Florida New Year's can be a low-cost, beachside adventure. Enjoy hiking, biking and plenty of outdoor attractions by day and join holiday festivities at...

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Special effects, digital imagery and CGI exhibit at The Academy Museum explains some of the Hollywood magic seen in major new films.
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The Top Los Angeles Family Attractions

From movie star footprints to Koreatown, here’s a look at some of our favorite  Los Angeles family attractions. LA’s nickname the “City of Angels”...

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Explore Aulani Disney Resort Hawaii – Tropical Paradise Revealed

“Disney Goes Hawaiian” is how this family sees Aulani, the company’s first...

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Charlie Brown and Snoopie ride the historic East Broad Top Railway to find a Halloween pumpkin. Photo c. Matthew Malkiewicz for East Broad Railroad Foundation
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24 Fabulous Fall Getaways For 2024

Fall is a fabulous time to get away without busting the budget, whether you want to take the kids apple picking and leaf peeping, head to a festival, or revel in your first trip...

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The new Amazing Family! activity program is organized by GOs so that all ages in your group can have together. Photo c. Club Med
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Discover The Flip Side Of Cancun At Club Med

I didn’t think the words remote and Cancun could be in the same sentence, but the Club Med Cancun Yucatan is...

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Traveling With A Caregiver? Tips For Negotiating The Road With Mary Poppins

Need some help to negotiate a deal when traveling with a caregiver? If you're not sure how to arrange for your family's own Mary Poppins, read on for helpful advice.

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Striped beach umbrellas flap in the breeze at dusk outside a family hotel on the famous Cape Cod beach.
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Cape Cod Family Resorts: Perfect for Your Family Vacation

The Massachusetts shoreline beckons families to charming Cape Cod family resorts in all price ranges. Plenty of old-fashioned fun comes with every room.

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Aerial view of the waterfront pool at Viva Fortuna Beach. Photo c. Viva Wyndham
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Viva Fortuna Beach By Wyndham, Grand Bahama Island

The Viva Fortuna Beach By Wyndham is a top value Bahamas all-inclusive that boasts non-stop activities, dining and a friendly staff. In my book, that's everything you need to make...

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Aerial view of beach at Seaside Heights, Jersey Shore with Casino Pier in background
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The Ultimate Guide to a Weekend Getaway at the Jersey Shore with Kids

Forget what you may recall from the popular MTV series, the Jersey Shore is a great family beach destination. There are two wonderful kid-friendly beaches on the real...

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Young male dancer plays a hero character from the Ramayana legend in a classical Balinese culture performance showcasing dance and music.
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8 Ways To Introduce Kids To Balinese Culture And Tradition

The island of Bali is a legendary paradise whose distinct Balinese culture and traditions are not to be missed. One of more than 6,000 islands in the Indonesian Archipelago, Bali's...

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Aerial view of woman walking on pristine white sand beach in Miches, Dominican Republic. Photo c. Viva Miches by Wyndham
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What Makes All-Inclusive Viva Resorts By Wyndham A Good Deal

Viva Resorts by Wyndham is a chain of tropical all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean where value and fun are guaranteed. We have long praised this chain because their...

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Boy enjoying being splashed with water at the splash zone pool at the Moon Palace Resort. Photo c. Palace Resorts
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All-Inclusive Moon Palace Resort, Cancun

What we love about the all-inclusive Moon Palace Resort in Cancun is its ability to meet our vacation needs no matter what they are or how they change.

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A beachfront picnic is a casual way for families to make special memories at the Westin Puerto Vallarta Resort. Photo c. Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta.
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Ultimate Westin Puerto Vallarta Resort Review: Family Fun In Paradise

As I reviewed the tropical gardens, shady pools and sandy beach of the Westin Puerto Vallarta Resort, I saw families having fun: all ages, shapes and colors. Parents and grandparents,...

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Horseback tour along a beach by the sea. Photo c. Bianca Bianeyre for pexels.
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Saddle Up To Explore Aruba’s Wild Side On Horseback

We get it. Planning a vacation can feel like a whirlwind of endless choices. But trust us, if you're headed to the stunning island of Aruba, horseback riding along the rugged northeast...

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Kid pose with golf clubs at the Hilton Waikoloa Resort in Hawaii.
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A Dozen And More Top Family Golf Resorts

When golf became hot to younger generations, many golf resorts evolved into family golf resorts. They began by focusing on the parent and grandparent players they already had....

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Visit Mallorca with kids during the off season to discover uncrowded beaches and milder temperatures. Photo c. effekt99 for pixabay
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The Best Spanish Destinations to Visit as a Family

Spain is the perfect vacation destination for families. The country has a wide range to offer, including an incredible culture to immerse yourself and your family in. While Spain...

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From the beautiful beach, you can see how big the Omni Amelia Island Plantation really is.
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Sprouting Wellness At Omni Amelia Island Resort

On a visit to the Omni Amelia Island Resort, I experienced how one man’s passion can convey an aura of wellness over an entire resort.

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Aerial view of Big Sur along California's Pacific Coast Highway.
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Top 10 Family Road Trips USA

Our Top 10 Family Road Trips USA awards go to the original family vacation: the road trip by car. Nearly 80% of Americans have said they consider road trips...

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Cranberry colored Gerups felt slippers with rubber soles are caught out on a walk through a Greek village. Photo c. Amazon.com
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Celebrate Givers Of Life: Top Gifts For Moms And Dads

Other than planning breakfast in bed or a fancy brunch, what do you usually come up with as gifts for Moms and Dads? We try to imagine which experiences or useful items might make...

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Adult points out a country in Europe on a huge outdoors globe to a young blond child.
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Predictability Is The Key to Successful Special Needs Travel

Predictability is the key to every family vacation’s success, not only for special needs travel. In researching

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Visitors to La Playita at Todos Santos carefully release sea turtle hatchlings to the sea at dusk.
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Todos Santos, The Quieter Side Of Baja And Los Cabos

Few travelers ever visit Todos Santos, the quieter side of Baja. While known for being rustic, like “San Jose del Cabo the way it was 30 years ago,” it has a special charm....

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Family in Mardi Gras outfits at Biloxi Mississippi Mardi Gras parade.
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Biloxi, Mississippi: Discover the Gulf Coast Gem

My first visit to the state of Mississippi brought me to the Gulf Coast town of Biloxi for Mardi Gras. Family visitors are welcomed by the down-home locals as...

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