Vermont Inns With A Storied Past
What do Norman Rockwell, Ethan Allen, Bob Newhart, and Maria von Trapp have in common? They are all somehow associated with inns in Vermont.After spending a day skiing Vermont's hills, how about...
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Pinehurst Hotel
What does this North Carolina golf resort have to offer for families? Find out here. In the Past This legendary North Carolina golf resort was originally built in 1901, and its...
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Britain’s Upper Class Family Hotels
Prize-winning family resorts in England, Scotland and Wales are palatial retreats offering the bygone luxuries of the Royals.These luxurious, rural hotels -- cited by The Guardian and...
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London’s Finest Values: Belgravia Bed And Breakfasts
For a bed in London, breakfast too, here's a look at some top value B&Bs with large rooms that welcome families. Delta is doing it, so is United. Several other airlines are reducing their...
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Outrigger Hotels And Resorts Say Aloha to Families
Find out what makes Outrigger a rapidly growing and truly Hawaiian family-friendly chain of hotels and resorts.Outrigger Hotels and Resorts is Hawaii's largest...
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Class VI River Runners, New River, West Virginia
Class VI River Runners in West Virginia take the family white-water rafting in style, and is a great place to get your "feet wet" in this exciting sport.As I watched my two children, then 9 and...
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Manoir de Clenord, France
FTF's European correspondent takes families on a tour through the Loire Valley while based at one of her favorite, family-owned B&B manor houses. The Manoir de Clénord, just south of...
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Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Florida
Recently renovated, this ultra-ritzy Gulf Coast resort retains its Old World style while catering to families with new programs and amenities. The Ritz-Carlton, Naples is proof that this venerable...
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Fun for All Ages at Loon Mountain – Your NH Ski Trip Awaits
This small mountain of Loon will never get taller, but its family appeal includes modern amenities, friendly staff, imaginative cuisine,...
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Sea World Nara Resort
Imagine sleeping in a marine theme park with dolphins and sea lions to lull the kids to bed and thrill rides to wake them up.Australia's...
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Tan-Tar-A Resort, Golf Club And Indoor Waterpark
With watersports, a scenic golf course, and an indoor waterpark for chilly weather, this popular Missouri resort makes a good base in the region.The result of a project to bring electricity to...
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The Nonantum Resort, Kennebunkport, Maine
Enjoy a family-fun, New England experience along the Kennebunk River at the 125- year-old Nonantum Resort.Originally built in the 1880s, the Nonantum Resort rests on the land that was once the...
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Burgh Island, United Kingdom
For a cozy weekend off the coast of England, head for quaint and quiet Burgh Island. In the south of England, off the coast of Devon, the mysterious Burgh...
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Paradise Point Resort And Spa, California
This resort on a small island in Mission Bay offers comfy accommodations and lots of activities in close proximity of the treasures of San Diego.Many families looking for fun in the sun head to...
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Travel Trends 2008: 2007 Getaways Reveal A Decade Of Change
Trends Report - February 28, 2008: Family Travel Forum's 10th annual "Top 10 Getaways for Tiny Travelers" awards explore a decade of change in family vacations.Trends Report - February 28,...
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Holiday Inn Sunspree Montego Bay
This older resort, spruced up to compete with its glittering neighbors, still offers top values for your vacation dollars.Though the Holiday Inn brand may not jibe with your image of a tropical...
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The Inn At Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina
Class, fabulous golf, southern charm and the comforts of someone else's mansion and wait staff make this "inn" a rather splendid place to get away.An elderly gentleman leaned out the window...
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Picture-Perfect New England At Red Lion Inn
This charming inn in Stockbridge, Massachusetts is your base for a few days surrounded by art, music, theater, history, and natural beauty. Relaxing in a white wicker rocking chair on the porch...
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Grand Wailea Resort, Maui, Hawaii
Grand Wailea in Maui has more than you and your family could want for golf, tennis, swimming pools, kid's camp, spa and almost anything else under the Hawaiian sun. One of the liveliest...
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Albatroz Hotel, Estoril Coast, Portugal
Family Travel Forum's resort expert rates the waterfront Albatroz Hotel in Casais, Portugal. Read on to find out if it measures up to your family's expectations.Just an easy 30-minute...
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Pebbles Beach Resort, Jamaica
We actually traveled to Pebbles on the 4th of October. Yup, we finally made it to Jamaica! I wanted to thank the FTF staff very much for all the trouble you took to make this trip happen....
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Maui, Hawaii
This mom chose to spend her vacation with the kid, as they enjoyed surfing, snorkeling, scenic drives, and other family fun in Maui. We went to Maui in search of endangered green sea turtles...
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Oregon And Washington: Columbia Gorge Visitors Guide
When we invited friends and family to our wedding celebration/housewarming party at our new home in the Columbia Gorge, we compiled a list of places to stay and things to do on both the Oregon and Washington...
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Belize Hotels And Resorts
Find out where to stay and explore some of Central America's top waterfalls, jungles, beaches and more with your adventurous family. The small Central American country of Belize...
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Wild Dunes Resort, Isle of Palms, South Carolina
Family Travel Forum's overview of a great family resort tucked into a gated beach community in South Carolina. Located on a lush barrier island just a 20-minute drive from historic Charleston,...
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The Cloister: Sea Island, Georgia
Discover a beautiful resort on Georgia's Golden Isles. Sea Island, one of Georgia's "Golden Isles" off the Atlantic coast, is the home of The...
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Seville, Spain – City of Kings
Let a palatial hotel lure your family to the seat of Spain's greatest kingdom to explore the country's rich history.Seville (or SAY-veel-ya) is located in the southwest part of the Iberian...
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London Hotels: Value For Money Reviews
Whether the British Pound is soaring or stable, it's handy to have a choice of family-friendly value hotels in England's favorite city (and the United Kingdom's priciest destination). It often grieves...
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Mexico City Hotels And Resorts
Family Travel Forum's recommendations for the top family-welcoming places to stay in this massive and exciting city.For additional travel and lodging information, visit the México...
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Asia: Shangri-la Hotels And Resorts Family Programs
This information about the family facilities available at one of Asia's leading hotel chains is provided courtesy of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts. Many of the deluxe Shangri-La...
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Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac Review: Luxury Family-Friendly Hotels In Quebec City
One of the city's most recognized symbols, it has been welcoming guests with a French flair and "once upon a time" atmosphere since 1893. One of the city's most recognized symbols,...
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Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel, London, England
An elegant London hotel welcomes your family with unusually large accommodations, great service, cozy extra features and a great location.The magical world of British literature from J.K. Rowling...
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Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, California
Hollywood's classiest upscale hotel transforms itself on request into an urban resort for sightseeing families.You might have heard of the Beverly Wilshire, a legendary hotel smack dab in the...
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The Phoenician for “Ph”amilies
You may remember I wrote about our family vacation at the Pointe Hilton at Squaw Creek last summer. Well, just recently, a business conference brought my husband back to Phoenix, this time...
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Yucatan Paradise in Tulum
We found a pocket of paradise about 2 hours south of Cancun, on the Yucatan coast at Tulum, and have just returned from our third visit. This community of 16 thatch...
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Teens and Hotels: What Do They Really Want?
There are many things that a hotel should have to appeal to a teenager. Here are a few amenities that make my time in any hotel more enjoyable. My Top Five Requirements: 1. A TV with full...
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Coconut Bay Resort And Spa, St. Lucia
A beautiful island, a great resort, a high quality all-inclusive experience for all ages in a verdant eco-paradise.St. Lucia’s majestic Piton mountains and lush vegetation make...
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Jamaica’s Sunset Beach Resort And Spa
I highly recommend Sunset Beach Resort & Spa in Montego Bay, Jamaica. This resort has something to offer everyone...
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British Columbia’s Backcountry Ski Lodges
In the back woods of Canada's far west, you can rough it in style with expert skiers or enjoy the snowy wilderness with little ones. It has been a long day - exhilarating and exhausting. We...
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Kenya Sweetwaters
Meet our neighbors at this luxury tent camp in a private game reserve in Nanyuki, Kenya; it's a wild experience for family travelers to Africa. Going on safari is typically a series of fascinating...
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European Castles Welcome Families
England, Scotland, Turkey and Romania castles offer families a chance to sleep in splendor, whiz through time, and live in history.Ever wanted to experience historical Europe through its castles?...
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Cotton House Mustique – Luxury Hotel in Paradise
For those who like pampering and privacy, Family Travel Forum examines The Cotton House, located on a tiny but very chic island near Grenada in the British West Indies.
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My Family’s Up And Down Travels
My 13-year-old twins are very outgoing and have done the best in a resort setting where there are lots of activities and other kids. Horseback...
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The Copa Marina Resort, Puerto Rico
Our favorite vacation spot is the Copa Marina Resort (800/468-4553, 787/821-0505) on Puerto Rico's Caribbean coast. I discovered it by...
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Olivean Sports Resort, Shodoshima, Japan
On the so-called Island of Well Being in Kagawa prefecture, there is a Japanese resort that knows how to make Westerners feel comfortable while preserving a very Japanese peace of mind. It has...
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Hype vs. Reality at All-Inclusive Resorts
Find out the difference between the hype your family is sold, and the reality of a vacation experience at an all-inclusive tropical resort.I am often asked about all-inclusive...
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Las Vegas and Children: The Hotels are Worth the Trip
Las Vegas is what it is; and since children can't gamble and the stage shows are often topless, can you bring your kids? Won't they be bored? No! Here's why: Each of the themed hotels...
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Kona Village Resort, Hawaii
Note : Due to the debris and water damage resulting from the tsunami that struck Hawaii's Big Island after the March 11 earthquake that shook Japan, the Kona Village Resort has closed. We...
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