Jeff Bogle
9 Best Father-Daughter Trips
Sometimes I give them a budget and say how far I’m willing to drive, and then they do all the planning. Other times I’m like,…
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10 Great Alternatives to National Park Lodges 2019
While many national parks offer hotels inside the gates, you can also find great—and oftentimes, better—lodging options right outside the parks. These alternatives to…
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12 Camping Gadgets You Didn’t Know You Needed
Upgrade your next camping vacation with this comprehensive guide to camping gadgets you didn’t realize you needed, from a smokeless grill to a camping lantern…
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11 Things You Can’t Forget to Pack in Your Cruise Carry-On
Your cruise vacation is nearly here! As you get ready to disembark, the most important piece of cruise luggage you must prepare is your carry-on…
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13 Mesmerizing Shows You Can Only See at Sea
Not everyone can easily reach or afford tickets to a Broadway show. But cruises are a great–if not better–alternative for families. Nowadays, the stellar, Broadway-caliber…
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25 Best Holiday Gifts for Teens 2019
They’ve got some independence and boy-oh-boy do they have their own style! This makes buying Christmas gifts for your teenager both easy and more difficult…
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9 Things to Pack That Will Save You Money
There’s no denying family vacations are expensive—but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take them! One way to cut costs? Pack items that will save you…
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10 Best Cruise Ship Water Parks, Ranked
Let’s be honest — aside from the endless soft-serve ice cream — the water park is the next best thing on a family cruise. Here,…
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6 Incredible Islands You Can Only Reach by Cruise
One thing that will never be topped by even the most glamorous cruise ship is the exclusive private island experience. These incredible islands can only…
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10 Over-the-Top Cruise Ship Experiences for Families
Nowadays, cruise ships ARE the destination. Check out these outrageously fun family experiences on cruise ships (and then start planning your next vacation)!
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9 Awesome Vacations for Superhero-Obsessed Families
From Star Wars Days at Sea to Superman’s hometown, we’ve assembled a team of superhero-inspired family vacations that will power-up your next trip.
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9 Exotic Family Vacations That Are Actually Affordable
There are plenty of exotic family vacation destinations you can reach without much fuss or outrageous expense. Here, nine exotic family vacations you can actually…
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15 Best Cool and Geeky Family Vacations
From the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to a gravity-defying road in middle-of-nowhere Pennsylvania, these U.S. attractions encourage you to let your inner geek out.…
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8 National Parks to Avoid This Summer
Come summertime, when the weather is scorching in many parts of the country, the crowds unbearable, and the lines never ending, there are many gems…
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Go Here, Not There: 6 Alternatives to Popular Family Vacation Destinations
Skip the usual tourist traps and visit one of these unique, unspoiled destinations for your next family vacation.
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Which European City Is Best for Your Teen?
Whether your teens are passionate about art, food, history, music, beaches or sports — or just taking photos to make their Snapchat followers jelly —…
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7 Lessons I Learned From a Road Trip With Teen Girls
My family, we’ve shared a drive or two. Ever since our daughters’ toddler years, family road trips have been a mainstay of our annual travel…
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Fishing Excursions in Disney World
Yes, you can go fishing at Disney World! Consider this lesser-known activity on your next Disney family vacation.
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Carnival Vista: Hits and Misses for Families
See what we liked — and didn’t like — for families on the Carnival Vista ship, introduced in 2016.
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Is a Carnival Sunshine Cruise Right for Your Next Family Vacation?
Considering a cruise on the Carnival Sunshine? We’ve personally sailed on this popular cruise ship and can tell you everything you need to know before…
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10 Best Cruise Ships for Teens in 2020
Cruises, many of which offer a wide range of activities for everyone from 2-year-old tots to bingo playin’ grandparents, almost always feature something special for…
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