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Panama City attractions
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Year-Round Fun in Panama City Attractions: Explore the Best

Known for its sugary white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, Panama City Beach has rapidly grown from a quiet beachside military town to spring break partyland and, finally,...

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View of lakefront cottages at Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake Conroe as the sun sets.
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Margaritaville With Kids, Like Raising Happiness

We’re watching the sun bake all of the tourists as we drive away from Margaritaville with kids who didn’t waste a minute having a blast...

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pickup game of cricket on the sand.
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9 Last Minute Vacation Deals For One Last Summer Vacation

To help you save on one last summer vacation, we've rounded up nine great last minute vacation deals. Picture how envious your neighbors will be when you head out on a late summer...

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Fishing boats moored offshore Permuteran Beach, northeast Bali, at dawn.
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The Perfect 10 Days In Bali With Kids

With a supersized reputation as a paradise for honeymooners, doing Bali with kids may not be on your Bucket List. However, families who do go to Bali discover that its stunning...

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Sunset over the Andaman Sea in Thailand with beach chairs in the foreground.
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Escape The Corporate World and Enter the Tranquil Heaven that is the Lopesan Collection Hotel Group

If ancient temples with a rich history and architectural details paired with exotic island foods handmade by locals are what you want, then look no further. Lopesan Hotel Group,...

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View of the beach and Caribbean Sea from my room at the Royal Uno all Inclusive resort in Cancun.
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Easy Peasy At Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort

The popular Royal Uno Resort in Cancun has been taken over by Hilton and is being remodeled into the

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Ritz Carlton Amelia Island coach helps novice surfers get up on the waves.
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Always Something New At The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Florida

Our family chose to vacation at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island resort, on an unspoiled barrier island on Florida's Northeast coast, for many reasons.

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Girl and boy explore seashells on the beach with a photo guide.
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Sanibel And Captiva are Great for Family Reunions

Beach house rentals at America's top coastal resorts, such as Sanibel and Captiva Islands off Florida's Gulf Coast, make planning and enjoying a small family reunion easy and fun.

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The Galveston Texas beach is empy first thing in the morning when lifeguards arrive to patrol the shore.
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Galveston is Great for Family Reunions

Beach house rentals on the Texas coast make a successful Galveston family reunion fun and affordable. That's because planning and enjoying a small family reunion at many of America's...

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Gold sand beach cove and a large white restaurant, the Lake House, on the shores of Oneida Lake at Sylvan Beach, New York.
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Be A Boater At Sylvan Beach On Oneida Lake

More than a century ago, Sylvan Beach on Oneida Lake were on the map of central New York summer resorts. It was a boating and fishing destination in an agricultural region beside...

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Clearwater Beach has some of the finest sand for castle building, body burying and sand sculptures in the United States.
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St. Petersburg And Clearwater, Florida Attractions

The St. Petersburg Clearwater family attractions include so much of what a vacation in Florida should have. Expect some of the nation's finest beaches, facing the calm and shallow...

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Public garden playspace at night in downtown Tel Aviv at Habima Square.
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16 Family Activities You Can Only Share in Israel

These unique Israel family activities prove that the country, turning 75 in 2023, is a very special place. It's more than just a destination for religious pilgrims. Thoughtful...

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Teen taking a lesson from a pro at Classic Swing Golf School in Myrtle Beach.
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You Thought Beach? Myrtle Beach Golf Is The New Game

Many families expect a beach when they get to Myrtle Beach, but our family prefers a Myrtle Beach golf vacation. The beach is there, of course. The Grand Strand...

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Old Baldy Lighthouse watches over kayakers exploring the shores of Bald Head Island. Photo c. BaldHeadIsland.com
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Bald Head Island, North Carolina

Quiet Bald Head Island is a family favorite, car-free beach resort off the coast of North Carolina. The shoreline boasts inns and rental homes as a base to enjoy golf, environmental...

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Whale sharks swimming off Cancun.
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A Swim with Whale Sharks Makes the Hit List

Well it wasn't on my Life's Greatest Hits list but with a birthday coming up and a son graduating from college I couldn't resist the opportunity to swim with whale sharks...

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Sargassum found on the beach
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Sargassum Seaweed Attacking Our Beaches

It's back -- the disruptive and hated-by-brides sargassum seaweed has hit Caribbean and Atlantic beaches for summer 2022. Sargassum is brown strands of algae that originate in...

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A cypress forest during low water on Shingle Creek, Shingle Creek Park in Florida.
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Orlando Nature Attractions In Central Florida

Orlando nature attractions surround the theme park capital of the world. Yes... it's true. Florida has a natural side that lets visitors spot a baby alligator or stroll through...

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Puerto Vallarta Family Friendly Hotels And Resorts

Mexico's tropical Pacific Coast resort of Puerto Vallarta boasts several family-friendly resorts, so how can you choose? We've reviewed more than a dozen of the nearly 600 hotels...

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Two standup paddleboarders on a scenic river.
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Protect Yourself in the Great Outdoors

Vacations in nature top the escape list for many families, so it’s more important than ever to know how to protect yourself in the great outdoors. The COVID-19 pandemic prompted...

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Closeup of an iguana with the Old San Juan Fort in the background, Puerto Rico.
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15 Last Minute Summer Vacations You Can Still Take

Despite gas prices, Covid outbreaks and heat waves – or because of them -- American families are keen on last minute summer vacations. Since deals abound, let’s explore 15...

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Sea Swings at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
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Santa Cruz With Kids – California From Surfing To Redwoods

From playing on the "SC" Boardwalk in summer to apple picking in the fall, some of the best family vacations happen when you do Santa Cruz with kids.

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Grandchildren on the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach
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Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Attractions

Typically hot in the summer (average high temperatures in the upper 80's F) yet more temperate during the rest of the year, Myrtle Beach attractions make it South...

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Nags Head beach on a cloudy day
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Ocracoke And The Outer Banks of North Carolina

Majestically tall sand dunes, steady winds and lack of nosy neighbors attracted the Wright Brothers to test their flying machine on the Outer Banks of North Carolina more than...

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La Fortuna Waterfall in Costa Rica.
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The Best Places To Visit In Costa Rica With Kids

Visit Costa Rica with kids to explore the best natural attractions in a country known for its majestic and unspoiled terrain. Costa Rica is an affordable and attractive destination,...

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Coupld and child walk down pier with shaded deck and sunchairs over the water
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Belize Family Vacation Packages In An Incredible Destination

Imagine three Incredible destinations in Belize with family vacation packages for the getaway of a lifetime. Belize, just a short flight away in Central America, is even easier...

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Six Most Fun Activities in Cabo San Lucas

Cabo San Lucas activities make it a unique, fun destination, adored by everyone from A List Hollywood celebrities to family groups. Over 4.9 million people flew through  Los Cabos...

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Family watching manatees float in the warm lagoon water of the Lake Worth Lagoon.
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Arriving in Heaven at Palm Beach, Florida

There are many Palm Beach County attractions to please the active family year-round and, in summer, this upscale beach town becomes a family bargain. Visiting...

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Top 10 Gulf Coast Activities In Naples And Everglades City, Florida

Our top ten Gulf Coast activities in Naples and Everglades City represent the yin and yang of family vacations. Why not embrace variety and enjoy a taste of both cities?

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Swimming pool in tropical location with sun loungers on a central deck and around the sides.
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The Finest Luxury Caribbean All-Inclusive Resort Is Here

Finest Punta Cana is a terrific luxury Caribbean all-inclusive resort that opened in October 2021. Ideal for all age groups, the latest resort from

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Oahu four men on standup paddleboards
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Top Beach Breaks, Places to Surf and Surfing Schools

Looking for the top surfing schools and beach breaks because surfer slang has washed over your conversations? Book one of these places to surf and your family will learn the sport...

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3 kids on floaties in a hotel pool at Southcape Wyndham Resort
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New England Fall Family Beach Vacations

Looking for New England fall family beach vacations that are an alternative to leaf peeping? Once the shopping malls start stocking Christmas wreaths, get into the autumn spirit...

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Foodie Families In Puerto Vallarta

The Pacific coast Mexican resort of Puerto Vallarta has made a name for itself among the foodies of the world, thanks to a chef-friendly culture and its proximity to great seafood,...

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Kids stand at water's edge while a man does cartwheels on beach.
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Surfing Resorts In California And Hawaii

I have been an avid surfer since I was a kid, so when my wife and I vacation with Hannah, now 2, I expect to go to a surfing resort. The

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Grand Residences Riviera Cancun: Vacation Paradise for Families

Sometimes, luck is on your side and you choose a resort that suits your family as perfectly as milk goes with cookies, like Mickey’s made for Minnie, the way Fred dances with...

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Rehoboth, Delaware Promises Family Fun

With a stretch of stunning, soft white sand, Rehoboth Beach is one of Delaware's family highlights. Rehoboth is a very popular destination for a seaside family getaway, and is...

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Rapelling down through a waterfall in the jungles of Puerto Rico.
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Parent Teen Adventures in Puerto Rico

I never expected to be writing about adventures in Puerto Rico with my teen. Once upon a time, the biggest hardship that I...

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Ocean City, Maryland Family Attractions

From adventures on the sea, to rides, games and explorations on the land, Ocean City family attractions are "shore" to provide something fun for everyone in Maryland's favorite...

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A branch of the notable Hans Hedemann Surf School is located on the North Shore at Turtle Bay resort.
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Banzai Pipeline and Surfing Oahu’s North Shore

Enjoy a hot vacation in the tropics, with lying on the beach, napping in the sun, taking dips in the ocean and surfing Oahu's North Shore. Oahu's North Shore is home to the famous...

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Dad working from beach palapa at Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba on Palm Beach.
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Trending Now: Work From Home Resorts

Satisfy your wanderlust safely at one of the new Work from Home Resorts  -- a hotel promising a change of scenery and a comfortable space to work online (WFH) during the pandemic....

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Road Trip USA – Around and About The Big Island of Hawaii

From stops for golf or astronomy, white and black sand beaches, volcanoes, or macadamia nut factory tours, circling the Big Island of Hawaii makes for a rich and varied family...

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Doing Atlantis On A Budget At Comfort Suites Paradise Island

I am delighted to recommend the Comfort Suites Paradise Island hotel, a wallet-conscious way for the family to enjoy an Atlantis family beach vacation without breaking the bank.  My kids...

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Girl with sun tan marks from face mask.
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Reopening Soon? Summer Travel in the Untied States

Look ahead to travel reopening during summer 2020 and you’ll know why we call it the Untied States of America. The...

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The Virginia Hotel seen at night in Cape May, New Jsrsey. Photo c. Cape Resorts Group
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The Cape Resorts Group Has Room For Everyone In Cape May, New Jersey

Let the Cape Resorts Group host your next family reunion on the Jersey Shore. The many properties belonging to Cape Resorts, formerly the Cape...

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Beachfront pool of Mahekal Beach Resort, Playa del Carmen.
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Playa del Carmen Best Places To Stay

Mexico's busy little port Playa del Carmen is a hotbed of small boutique hotels and condos that are the best places to stay for families who want to get away from large all-inclusive...

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Trying standup paddleboarding in the lagoon at Atlantis.
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Bahamas: Nassau And Paradise Island Guide

If you’re looking for a destination that offers a unique experience, yet is family-friendly and easy to travel to (and navigate), then Nassau and Paradise Island in the Bahamas...

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Crown Reef Beach Resort & Waterpark, Myrtle Beach, Photo: Courtesy of the Resort
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Family-Friendly Myrtle Beach Resorts for Every Budget

It’s tough to find a destination with more family-friendly hotels and resorts all in one location than Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Designed to entertain all ages both indoors and out,...

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A perfect Cancun sunset.
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Top Ten Cancun Resorts For Families

Cancun, Mexico means white sand beaches, tropical vistas, luxury resorts, and some of Mexico’s most historic sights, making it one of the hottest spots for a family vacation by the sea....

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa

If everybody's gone surfing, it may be because the hip Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach makes it easy to Hang Ten on the Surf City beachfront.

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Petit St. Vincent is surrounded by the stunning water of the Caribbean.
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Petit St. Vincent: A Luxurious Digital Detox

If your family is ripe for a digital detox, consider an escape to Petit St. Vincent, a vacation paradise so perfect you won’t miss checking your e-mail. In today’s high-tech world,...

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Historic Cocoa Beach Pier Offers Closest Sand and Surf to Orlando’s Theme Parks

One of our favorite family travel bloggers, Dave Parfitt from Adventures by Daddy,...

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boy covered with the famous powdery white sand of Sarasota
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Sarasota – A Three Ring Tropical Vacation

Sarasota is a little slice of Heaven; full of culture, family fun, luxury resorts, beauty and respect for the natural environment that's sometimes missing in other parts of Florida. I had visited...

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Iberostar Playa Mita Resort On Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit

Recently, on a press trip for the grand opening of the Iberostar Playa Mita, the company's newest hotel...

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Kokohead section on the Kohala Coast of Oahu.
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My Family Adventure In Oahu, Hawaii

Beautiful beaches like Waikiki and the historical Pearl Harbor site are just two of the top Hawaii attractions on Oahu, Hawaii's best known tourist destination. Many first time visitors to Hawai'i equate...

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My Top 20 Bermuda Attractions

The British isle of Bermuda may be known for its traditional ways, yet there are beautiful pink sand beaches, fitness jaunts, eco-adventures, local culinary treats and a notorious geometric shape to...

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Hilton Waikoloa Village and Grand Vacations Resort

When it comes to multigenerational family vacations, size does matter and, at the classic Hilton Waikoloa Village bigger means...

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It’s Easy Being Green On Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula

Forget Kermit's self-doubts; families discover how much fun they can have within the Osa Peninsula biosphere. Named one of...

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Sunset over Lake Michigan.
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Five Family Beaches On The Great Lakes

From New York to Wisconsin, the Great Lakes' shoreline includes hundreds of family beach getaways for watersports, fishing and outdoor adventure. The Great Lakes of the United States...

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Essaouira harbor
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Atlantic Morocco: Beach With Benefits

An Atlantic oceanfront view of north Africa's most intriguing country, Morocco, presents this family with a relaxing and rewarding vacation. We knew a few things from our first trip to Morocco: its...

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St. Croix, One Of The Three U.S. Virgin Islands

From snorkeling to city life, the island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands is an easy trip for American families seeking warm weather and something different.

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Riu All-Inclusive Family Beach Resorts Of Cancun Mexico

We like the laid back European style of the Riu Resorts brand, and the four Riu all-inclusives located in Cancun work hard so that family vacationers enjoy their beaches, outdoor activities,...

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