The Museum: A Great Way to Get Kids Thinking on Vacation

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Incorporate museums into your next family vacation to keep those curious kids interested and having fun.

I'm a mom of two curious boys who love to travel. And, as if they aren't enough a handful, I've got a third on the way! My sons get bored with movies, games and even sandy beaches before I can think of what to do with them next. The only way I can hold their interest is by giving them a challenge. They hate to give up on something, admit defeat, wave the white flag. I discovered a great trick to keep them busy, especially on vacation. My solution: museums. The Children's Museum | ... Continue Reading

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Travel Like a Local: 6 Ways to Find Hidden Gems for Your Family Vacation

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Use the Internet to get the same travel deals and savings as the locals, no matter how near or far your destination.

Wouldn’t it be great if you had a best friend in every top travel vacation destination? Someone who could take you to their favorite places, the ones that never make it in to a guidebook so you could travel like a local? The Internet can connect you with local flavor before your trip and after you arrive so you can act like a local, no matter where you are headed. Here are a few places you can look to find the best deals, restaurants, and attractions. Newspapers The local paper has ... Continue Reading

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