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15 Best Short Family Vacations

by Courtney Elko

Consider one of these cities and small towns that are best experienced over a long weekend and perfect for short family vacations.

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11 Best Women’s Travel Purses and Backpacks 2020

by Courtney Elko

Purchase one of these stylish and durable travel purses for your next family vacation.

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The Best Times to Travel to Popular Family Vacation Destinations

by Courtney Elko

Choose the best time to visit these popular family vacation destinations.

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8 Best Family Resorts with Hot Springs

by Courtney Elko

Melt into relaxation at these luxurious family resorts with hot springs.

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9 Free Things You Can Do with Kids at Airports

by Courtney Elko

Find a list of free things you can do at the airport with your kids next time you travel together.

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7 Best Ski Resorts for Teens

by Courtney Elko

Hit the slopes at these ski resorts for teens.

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6 Vacations That Let You Trace Your Family History

by Courtney Elko

Discover your family’s genealogy on a family history vacation in one of these unique (and surprising) destinations.

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8 Best Places for Multigenerational Vacations

by Courtney Elko

Choose one of these destinations for your multigenerational family vacation.

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10 Best Wilderness Family Vacations

by Courtney Elko

Choose one of these remote destinations for a wilderness vacation with your kids.

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10 Best West Coast Family Vacations

by Courtney Elko

Want to plan a West Coast family vacation? These are our top picks for families, along with hotel recommendations.

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10 Best Vacations for Families Who Hate the Beach

by Courtney Elko

Hate the beach? These family-friendly destinations are a fantastic alternative, with history, culture, outdoor adventures and resorts with pools when it’s time to cool off.

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The Best Destinations for Snowbird Families

by Courtney Elko

Considering a winter escape to see your snowbird family members? These are the best things to do in popular snowbird destinations.

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The Secrets to a Kid-Pleasing Staycation

by Courtney Elko

Considering a staycation? Choose one of these ideas in your neighborhood, town or even your home! Remember – it’s the memories that matter most, not…

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13 Holiday Travel Mistakes for Families to Avoid

by Courtney Elko

‘Tis the season for turkey dinners, hot apple cider, snowy nights, decorating the house and seeing pure joy and holiday cheer on your kids’ faces.…

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12 Best Christmas Vacations for Families 2019

by Courtney Elko

From ice skating and sleigh rides to light displays and holiday markets, the holiday season is full of festive ways to escape, near and far.…

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7 Museums Your Teen Will Want to Share on Social Media

by Courtney Elko

  “Boooooring” with an eye roll might be the reaction you get from your teen at any mention of a museum. But for social media-loving…

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9 Jamaica Excursions Your Family Needs to Try

by Courtney Elko

Jamaica has a lot to offer families. Of course you can spend the day (or more likely, an entire week) along the white sandy beaches…

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8 Los Cabos Excursions and Tours Every Family Should Try

by Courtney Elko

Los Cabos is not a major beach destination, as much of the coastline features cliffs and rocks; the water is also quite deep. But there…

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8 Stunning Maldives All Inclusive Resorts for Families

by Courtney Elko

Incredible blue turquoise water, over-water villas, private beaches, spectacular snorkeling and more can be found in the exotic Maldives. The Maldives is a collection of…

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8 Things to Do with Toddlers in San Francisco

by Courtney Elko

San Francisco is an excellent family vacation destination for children of any age — toddlers included! The famous cable cars, Fisherman’s Wharf, museums and more…

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10 Luxury Glamping Resorts for Families

by Courtney Elko

No need to pitch a tent at these glamping resorts! Glamping—glamorous camping—lets your family combine the luxuries of a fancy, furnished cabin, tent or teepee…

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10 Best Water Parks for Toddlers to Make a Splash

by Courtney Elko

We know toddlers aren’t seeking thrill rides, wave pools and vertical-drop waterslides when it comes to water parks; they just want to splash around. After…

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5 Fiji All Inclusive Resorts for Your Next Family Vacation

by Courtney Elko

The crystal-clear, turquoise waters, pink and orange sunset skies and lush green palm trees don’t even begin to describe the beauty that is the island…

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9 Best Family Beaches in North Carolina

by Courtney Elko

With barrier islands like the Outer Banks at your disposal, the family beaches in North Carolina are plentiful. Surfing, fishing, kite flying and beach combing…

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10 Best Family Beaches in South Carolina

by Courtney Elko

Whether you are looking for peace and tranquility or entertainment and boating, the family beaches in South Carolina do not disappoint. South Carolina’s Atlantic coastline…

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