Eco lodges inspire an appreciation of nature, conservation
Visit an eco lodge where adventure is encouraged, eco-friendly practices are in use and supporting the local community is essential....
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Inspire a love of adventure travel at an early age
Introduce your young children to adventure travel. Here are five places to get started.
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Camping experiences bring families together
Camp-style activities bring families together in nature. Here are five opportunities.
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Globe-trotting with the kids
Scores of families expand their horizons living in another country or seeing as much of the planet as possible while circling the globe....
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Families unplug on ranch vacations
Ranch getaways provide families the chance to blend rustic pleasures, outdoor pursuits and unplugged relaxation. Round up your clan and...
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Hotel amenities aim to enhance family time
Hotels and resorts recognize the importance of focused family time. Here are five places with amenities designed to keep kids and their...
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Bigfoot was here — maybe
Before strapping my mom, my 3-year-old and myself in the car to the blink-and-you'll-miss-it town of Willow Creek, I believed all things...
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Make a splash with a diving trip
Explore our underwater world during a family dive vacation. Here are five places to consider.
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Sweet deals for vacationing families
Free. No charge. Complimentary. These are words a traveling family loves to hear. Here are five places delivering quality deals.
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New exhibits, rides and tours for summer
New exhibits, tours and thrill rides will make this summer a season to remember. Here are five to consider.
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Expand trip ideas with extended family
Gather the extended family and share a summer experience. Here are five ideas that will appeal to multiple generations.
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Tips for planning your summer family trip
Summer is on the horizon. Plan now for a trip the whole family will enjoy and remember. Consider these options:
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Five beach destinations for family fun
Sun, sand and surf are a great combination for a family getaway. Here are five beach destinations where families can enjoy sea breezes...
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Searching for nature blossoms
April showers do spring May flowers. Here are places where you and your family can find the blossoms and encourage an appreciation of...
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Summer family travel from A to T
Summertime and traveling can be easy -- but for families there are special considerations. Are itineraries and lodgings comfortable?...
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Ways to lodge some savings into your vacation
Creative solutions to affordable family lodging.
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Take the family on a Northwest holiday
Take your family on a coastal adventure in the Northwest.
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A mom and son's surprising detour to Berlin
I had two goals before I booked my flight to Europe: Get the lowest price, and travel with the fewest stops possible.
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Sunny destinations for spring break
Take a break from work, school and routine. Add a healthy dose of warmth and sunshine. Here are five ways to enjoy spring break.
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For a sportive spring break, head to snow country
Head to the high country for snow sports at spring break. Here are five places to consider:
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The gift of travel: Priceless
As parents struggle to find just the right gift for their children this holiday season, let me make a suggestion: I'd give the gift of...
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A 6-year-old's first visit to Disneyland hits some attractions, misses others
Don't miss the Toontown roller coaster, somebody said. Don't bother with Toontown, somebody else said. Don't risk the Matterhorn with a...
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Top 10 new theme park rides for 2011
It already feels as if 2011 is shaping up as a tweener ye
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Visit Africa in Sonoma's wine country
For an animal that's roughly 17 feet tall and weighs more than a ton, the giraffe is surprisingly silent as it meanders up to our vintage...
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Kids guide to cruises: Where you can find your favorite characters at sea
"Laughter is an instant vacation," comedian Milton Berle once observed. And there is no greater motivator of smiles, giggles and chuckles in...
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Top vacation spots to gather the whole family
Who wants to travel this year? Call the kids, Aunt Gloria, your cousin Cassie or favorite Uncle John. Make plans and gather. Here are five...
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Water, water everywhere -- Four days at Atlantis can make for one waterlogged family
The Bahamas advertises that it's only 50 miles away, but the trip from South Florida still requires an airport shuttle, a plane and a bus.
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5 unique places to experience fall colors
Look beyond the usual pathways for fall foliage. You'll find beautiful scenery and family fun in these places.
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Tour of Central Florida roller coasters has dizzying results
Our roller coaster slowed as it approached the precipice, then stopped, the front hanging over the edge. From my seat at the end of the...
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Taking the family to the wild side of Canada
Visit Canada for outdoor family adventures and views of the natural world. Here are five places to explore. By Lynn O'Rourke...
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Summer on the farm
"Which cow makes ice cream?" asked a little girl, while another asked, "Which animal gives cotton?"
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A pirate's life for you: Finding the 'arrrrgh' in the Sunshine State
When it comes to pirate awareness, the timeline is clearly divided:
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Minnesota lodge draws families with its old and new charm
Darkness had fallen over Gull Lake by the time I pulled down the long, tree-lined driveway of Grand View Lodge. Light from the main...
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Natural remedies for common vacation ailments
While summer vacations symbolize fun and quality time together for families, they can frequently be strained with unplanned health problems.
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Highway 1 with kids: 10 fabulous pit stops between Los Angeles and San Francisco
I often lament having left Los Angeles, my hometown, to live in San Francisco, especially now that I have a son. After Kai was born, we...
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Making vacations fun for everybody
Teenagers want independence and alone time. Younger kids want hands-on activities that require supervision. Toddlers and babies -- when they...
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How to save time and money at theme parks
Sharon Harvey Rosenberg and Myscha Theriault | McClatchy-Tribune News Service Even without a watch, it's easy to tell time...
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Summer camps aren't just kids' stuff
In my youth, nothing spelled summer more than my box of stationery, stashed in a trunk next to my insect repellent, shorts, towels and...
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Smart tips smooth out family travel
It takes a village to raise a child, and at least as many to entertain one on an airplane. With that in mind, Nina Willdorf, editor in chief...
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Camping restyled: Modern campgrounds now have loads of extras
When I was a child, camping in style meant sleeping in a trailer and not having to use a flashlight to find the bathroom. Today, the great...
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The road to religion
The first thing to know about Maryland's Religious Freedom Byway is that religion in Colonial Maryland was rarely free.
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Royal travel treatment for moms-to-be
Whether it's a first or fifth child on the way, the days and months before the baby arrives can be hectic. To greet the new family member...
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Taking your family to vacation on a farm
Chickens, pigs and goats provide the entertainment and some farms have rates that are fairly modest.
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Healthy eating at Disney World is possible
Back in January, my husband suggested we take a trip to Disney World for Spring Break. I agreed it would be a great experience for my kids...
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Children’s museums take a hands-on approach to little visitors
As our theater seats rocked back and forth for "takeoff," the kids watching the 4-D animated film "Journey to the Center of the Barnett...
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Tips for bringing Fido along on the family vacation
Lynn O'Rourke Hayes | The Dallas Morning News Planning a family getaway is fun, but the mere thought of leaving behind...
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