Toronto with Kids: Seven Epic Family Adventures
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Toronto with Kids: Seven Epic Family Adventures

July 26, 2019 Toronto is Canada’s largest city and it’s cultural and entertainment hub. The city makes for a great long weekend escape for families, especially those traveling with tweens and teens. Expect adventures galore—from walking on the edge of the tallest freestanding structure in the world to sleeping — literally! — with the sharks….

Universal Orlando Resort: Big Changes Elevate Family Vacations
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Universal Orlando Resort: Big Changes Elevate Family Vacations

August 7, 2019 Have you seen all of the big changes happening down at Universal Orlando Resort? The family of theme parks has been making some bold moves with the goal of keeping their valued guests happy and entertained.  In recent years, they’ve made every effort to continue to enhance the Universal Orlando Resort experience…

The Great Outdoors: Making It Accessible To Everyone
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The Great Outdoors: Making It Accessible To Everyone

December 11, 2019 People need nature. We’re seeing more and more research supporting this fact every day. Unfortunately, getting in a forest bath, trail hike or even a stroll through greenspace might be a lot easier if you live in Jackson Hole, Wyoming versus the concrete jungle of New York City—but is it fair that…

Mile-High Christmas: Six Holiday Family Must-Dos in Denver, Colorado
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Mile-High Christmas: Six Holiday Family Must-Dos in Denver, Colorado

November 29, 2019 The Mile-High city shines at Christmastime, with beloved holiday traditions that will put you in the holiday spirit STAT. Take a ride on the Polar Express, shop a German-style Christmas market, skate the skyline and soak in the festive lights and sounds of downtown Denver. Make a weekend of it with hotel deals…

Hang Loose in Hawaii in 2020: New Hotels, Dining Experiences and Adventures Galore Welcome Visitors to Hawaii
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Hang Loose in Hawaii in 2020: New Hotels, Dining Experiences and Adventures Galore Welcome Visitors to Hawaii

January 14, 2020 The Hawaiian Islands are welcoming the new year with new accommodations, experiences, attractions, events, and restaurants. Brand new hotels are opening their doors while more established hotels are rolling out the red carpet for visitors with new programming and newly remodeled spaces. There’s never been a better time to visit the islands,…

Don’t Miss D.C. with Kids: 10 Unforgettable Experiences in Our Nation’s Capital
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Don’t Miss D.C. with Kids: 10 Unforgettable Experiences in Our Nation’s Capital

April 11, 2013 A trip to our nation’s capital is a must-do for every family looking for a vacation that’s both fun and educational. History will come alive before your eyes as you stroll up the steps of the Capitol, catch a glimpse of the Wright 1903 Flyer, and pledge allegiance to the original Star-Spangled Banner. Here are…

Visit Canada – 5 Great Cities North of the Border!
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Visit Canada – 5 Great Cities North of the Border!

April 25, 2013 When it comes to vacationing, many people head south to take advantage of the warm weather and sunny beaches. Why not look toward the northern skies?  There’s an equally close destination – Canada!  The country itself is quite large and the population is modest, giving the North American nation vast areas of…

Don’t Miss Disney World: 15 Must-Dos in The Most Magical Place on Earth
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Don’t Miss Disney World: 15 Must-Dos in The Most Magical Place on Earth

May 8, 2013 Headed on a family trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth? Disney World is that once-in-a-lifetime family destination, where even mom and dad get to be a kid again. Where else can you have a mad tea party with Alice in Wonderland, set off on a Jungle Cruise, and eat breakfast with…

Ten Tips for Saving Money on Your Summer Family Vacation
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Ten Tips for Saving Money on Your Summer Family Vacation

June 5, 2013 Summer is looming and it’s time to start planning those summer vacations. Unfortunately, with the cost of camps, activities and childcare, it can be costly to add on a getaway. If you’re thinking of heading out of town for a family vacation, check out these ten tips for saving money. Book your trip at…

RV Family Travel: Tips for Making the Most Out of Your RV Road Trip
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RV Family Travel: Tips for Making the Most Out of Your RV Road Trip

July 3, 2013 Have you ever dreamed of hitting the open road and traveling the country with your family in an RV? Our family is heading out on an RV trip this upcoming summer, traveling from Chicago to Bozeman, Montana, and we can’t wait! Here are a few things I’ve learned along the way about…

Travel Expert Amy Tara Koch Discusses Busy Moms Planning Summer Travel
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Travel Expert Amy Tara Koch Discusses Busy Moms Planning Summer Travel

June 28, 2013 Amy Tara Koch (style expert, author, journalist and travel aficionado) recently sat down to answer some questions we had about busy moms planning family vacations. Here are just a few of the tips Amy suggests: Set fare alerts on your computer or phone. Airfare Watchdog is one of her favorite sites. She…

5 Reasons to Plan Your Next Girlfriends Getaway to Nashville
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5 Reasons to Plan Your Next Girlfriends Getaway to Nashville

October 9, 2013 Craving a getaway from the everyday with your best girlfriends? When was the last time you and your pals were able to chit chat over cocktails, shop ’til you drop, and eat a dinner together (that none of you prepared)? With its fun music scene, fine and funky dining options, and fantastic…

From Edge Walking to Poutine: 6 Must-Do Activities in Toronto with Kids
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From Edge Walking to Poutine: 6 Must-Do Activities in Toronto with Kids

November 13, 2013 With many fun adventures to choose from – from riding an elevator to the top of the tallest freestanding structure in the world to petting a friendly shark – Toronto makes for a great long weekend family escape. As Canada’s largest city and cultural and entertainment hub, there is no shortage of…

Celebrate Winter! Three Wonderful Winter Festivals
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Celebrate Winter! Three Wonderful Winter Festivals

December 5, 2013 Bundle up and head into the great outdoors this winter to celebrate the chill. Wearing the proper winter gear and participating in calorie burning activities like ice skating and snow-shoeing will guarantee not only warmth, but also family fun. Here are three popular winter festivals that bring out the best of winter….

Honeymoon Re-Do: Three Romantic Long Weekend Getaways
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Honeymoon Re-Do: Three Romantic Long Weekend Getaways

January 1, 2014 Does your honeymoon seem to have taken place a long time ago? When was the last time you dined over candlelight? Or explored a new city without pushing a stroller, too? Are you craving time to reconnect with your partner in parenting and life? Then it’s time to call the grandparents STAT, …

Relive that Vacation: 5 Ways to Save Your Photos from Being Lost Forever
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Relive that Vacation: 5 Ways to Save Your Photos from Being Lost Forever

February 4, 2014 Where are the photos from your last vacation? Beautifully displayed in a coffee table worthy, hardbound book … or still stuck on your smartphone’s camera roll? Lovingly captured on a fleece blanket … or accidentally deleted from your tablet? Sweetly displayed in a mini-album … or lost forever in a Facebook album?…

Five Reasons to Plan Your Next Couples or Girlfriends Getaway to Miami
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Five Reasons to Plan Your Next Couples or Girlfriends Getaway to Miami

February 26, 2014 Do you remember the last time you whirled away an entire day at the beach with your husband? Without sand toys, buckets, water wings and kids in tow? When was the last time you and your girl friends chatted over cocktails at a trendy restaurant? If it’s been a while, why not make plans…

Create an Amazing New Family Tradition in Gatlinburg #GoGatlinburg
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Create an Amazing New Family Tradition in Gatlinburg #GoGatlinburg

February 22, 2014 Looking for an amazing adventure right in the heart of the US?  A getaway to Gatlinburg, Tennesee is the kind of special experience that’s bound to become a long-lasting family tradition. Gatlinburg is a quaint village set in the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains. It offers a vast variety of activities…

Romantic Getaways: 5 Eco-Friendly Ideas
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Romantic Getaways: 5 Eco-Friendly Ideas

April 21, 2016 Did Valentine’s Day revitalize your romance? Looking for an earth-friendly way to spend some quality time together? It’s becoming more and more popular for travelers to look for vacation options that will have minimal impact on the environment.   While there are many ecotourism resorts around the world, here are five romantic options right…

7 Easy Ways to Teach Your Child – and Yourself! – a Foreign Language
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7 Easy Ways to Teach Your Child – and Yourself! – a Foreign Language

March 4, 2014 Are you looking to teach your children some of the basic Spanish you learned in college? Will you finally be putting those high school language skills to the test on an upcoming trip?  Or perhaps you just want to take on the challenge of learning a new language? Learning a new language,…

Saddle Up! 7 Reasons to Consider a Dude Ranch for Your Next Family Vacation
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Saddle Up! 7 Reasons to Consider a Dude Ranch for Your Next Family Vacation

March 13, 2014 Looking for the family vacation adventure of a lifetime? This past summer, our family traded in our city life to become a family of cowboys and cowgirls, living the good life on an idyllic Montana dude ranch. We spent a week at Nine Quarter Circle Ranch, a family guest ranch overlooking the northwest corner…

What’s New at Disney World? 6 New Attractions and Accessories
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What’s New at Disney World? 6 New Attractions and Accessories

April 9, 2014 Disney World is constantly expanding and evolving. Every year new attractions are added, while old ones fade away or are completely transformed. New characters arrive on the scene, too, bringing even more happiness into the magical world of Disney. And through it all, rapidly evolving technology is making the park experience more…