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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5 Top U.S. Historical Sites That Inspire Kids to Learn Through Travel
Travel introduces children to a world of stories, so they can look beyond books and learn through travel. Some U.S. historical sites make this even more engaging, blending hands-on...
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Budget Family Suites Hotels At Universal Orlando Resort
A few years back we reviewed the budget family suites at Universal Orlando. During a recent stay at the Cabana Bay Beach Resort, we toured them again and found...
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How Luxury Glamping Tents Redefine Outdoor Experiences
Camping has long been associated with simplicity, rugged living, and a direct connection to nature. However, the evolution of outdoor travel has brought a new level of comfort...
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It’s Saratoga For The Win: Family-Friendly Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Springs NY, which came to prominence as a 19th-century resort, boasts many things to do with kids. If natural mineral springs, horse racing, gambling, and luxury hotels...
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Welcome LEGOLAND New York To The Catskills
LEGOLAND New York is a playful version of the plastic brick theme park that successfully reflects its urban locale. Our family, like many in the tri-state area, is glad it chose...
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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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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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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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A Luxury Halong Bay Cruise In Vietnam
We all like a bargain, but sometimes saving money on a cheap excursion can backfire, and end in tragedy as this
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Surviving Halloween Horror Nights at Universal
Having survived a night of gleeful terror at Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights, I can report that #HHN is a blast. Before you die, take just...
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Shoes Off? Shoes On! The Latest Air Travel Tips To Ease Family Vacation Hassles
The Dept. of Homeland Security just announced the end of their shoes-off mandate, proclaiming the new policy will increase hospitality for travelers. Really? Given the...
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Required Documents And Travel Consent Letters For Travel With Minors
Whether you’re married and leaving a spouse behind to work; grandparents taking grandchildren on vacation; same sex couples with adopted children -- even a military family trying...
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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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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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Plan Your Next Trip With Our E-Book America’s Most Popular Family Vacations
Are you among the majority of Americans who say they didn't take a vacation at all in the past year? The US Travel Association reported 9 out of 10 Americans say their happiest...
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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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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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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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At 200, An Erie Canal Cruise Is A Bucket List Adventure
Discover the magic of a New York canal cruise on the iconic Erie Canal. Slow travel back to 1817, when construction began on...
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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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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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Resources For Family Camping Vacations
An enthusiastic camper, let me share some resources for family camping vacations to help in planning your next big U.S. camping trip. My tips should help whether you prefer a tent,...
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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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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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California Haunted Houses and Halloween Happiness
Discover ghosts, goblins and Halloween costumes along with ghoulishly fun frights at California haunted houses, theme parks and other Halloween venues. Since the fright industry...
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Atlanta Georgia Attractions: 12 Top Places to Visit
Atlanta, Georgia attractions will thrill families seeking culture, history, and recreation. As Georgia’s biggest city, there are so many sights you could spend weeks here.
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Columbus Ohio Attractions
The state's capital and largest city, Columbus, Ohio has affordable, entertaining attractions that make family travelers very happy. My family should know, after so many visits...
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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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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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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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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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Explore Vermont Camping On Lake Champlain
Sleep under the stars with close friends and family at a Lake Champlain camp when exploring Vermont. I've been there so I know the Lake Champlain Islands guarantee the summer's...
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Keep Going: Harriet Tubman In The Finger Lakes of Central New York
Celebrate the legendary freedom seeker, suffragist and abolitionist, Harriet Tubman, in the Finger Lakes region. Ms. Tubman called Auburn, on Owasco Lake, her...
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Destinations Where Black Culture And Black Lives Matter
Explore historic attractions, institutions and unexpected sites of Black culture where Black lives matter. These destinations will fuel fascinating conversations about race and...
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Giddyup for Upscale, Cowboy Living at Westgate River Ranch Rodeo
Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo will change everything you thought you knew about central Florida. The self-proclaimed "largest dude ranch East of the Mississippi" is the...
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Best Family Plantation Tours Along Louisiana’s Great River Road
Discover how elegant Old New Orleans differed from the countryside on a Louisiana plantation tour along the Great River Road. Be sure to allow half a day to explore and experience...
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Our 18 Favorite Mardi Gras Carnival Celebrations Outside New Orleans
Here are the top 18 places known among party-lovers and Catholics for superb Mardi Gras Carnival celebrations. The Mardi Gras or Carnival is such a popular and...
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America’s Birthplace: Exploring the Historic Triangle of Virginia
Virginia's Historic Triangle of Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown is an energetic, living classroom considered America's birthplace. Visit, and learn all about where the United...
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Carnaval de Quebec: Winter Wonderland Celebration
Carnaval de Quebec, a winter wonderland nestled in Quebec City, offers an unforgettable family adventure at an affordable cost. Explore this annual festival, filled with activities...
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Las Vegas, Nevada Attractions
We'll roll the dice on this and guarantee fun on your next Nevada vacation with our Las Vegas, Nevada family attractions guide. Pack our age-appropriate rundown of the best attractions...
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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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6 Romantic Getaways for Valentine’s Day: Reconnect and Rekindle Your Love
Planning romantic getaways for Valentine’s Day -- or any time -- can be surprisingly stressful because there are so many options. Ask yourself:
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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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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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Sustainable Cruise Travel Now First Port Of Call
As the travel industry attempts to reduce its environmental impact, sustainable cruise travel has become a priority for cruise companies. A May 2023
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Celebrate First Night On New Years
Archaeologists believe the Babylonians were the first civilization to celebrate "First Night" or the New Year. They planned an 11-day holiday tied to the vernal (spring) equinox...
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Pigeon Forge Travel Tips For The First Time Visitor
If it's your first visit to this part of Tennessee, pack our Pigeon Forge travel tips to conquer this destination easily. Families, couples, and solo travelers alike have discovered...
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Must-See Dinner Entertainment In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is renowned for its dinner plays and outdoor experiences. These events are special because people of all ages can enjoy delicious cuisine and entertaining...
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