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70th Season of Holiday World Celebrated
Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari in Santa Claus, Indiana, is celebrating its 70th season with upgrades and restorations to beloved attractions. The Legend, named for…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Celebrates 75th Anniversary of Ghost Town
Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California, is celebrating the 75th anniversary of its Ghost Town in 2016. The area of the beloved Orange County…
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Orlando Ritz-Carlton Adds Interactive Experience for Kids
A new interactive experience for kids has been unveiled at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes resort. The new experience is the first of its kind…
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New Kids Camp Debuts at Cabo Resort
Kids can now enjoy a full summer camp-like experience at the new Camp Tortuga at Cabo Azul Resort in Los Cabos, Mexico. The new kids’…
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Los Cabos Resort Completes Final Phase of Construction
In 2011, the all-suite Grand Solmar Land’s End Resort & Spa first opened its doors to guests, although in the initial stages of a three-part…
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Emerson Inn Reopens After Renovations
Cape Ann’s landmark hotel, the Emerson Inn, will reopen next month following a major renovation and new ownership. Formerly Emerson Inn by the Sea, the…
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New Itineraries Announced for Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line unveiled its 2017 itineraries, including first-time visits to new ports in both Alaska and Europe. Alaska cruises will be 5-, 7- or…
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Marriott’s MOXY Brand Debuts in New Orleans
Marriott International’s edgy new MOXY brand, designed for a younger market, will debut in the U.S. in 2016. The first of three properties opening this…
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New Hotel Emma in San Antonio Receiving Rave Reviews
Converting an old brewery in the heart of San Antonio into a modern boutique hotel has turned out to be a winning concept for the…
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Georgia Aquarium Getting a New Hotel Neighbor
Atlanta’s Georgia Aquarium will welcome a neighboring hotel when Springhill Suites by Marriott International opens later this year. The nine-story, 146-room Springhill Suites will open…
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Kimpton Opens New Property in Cleveland
Kimpton Hotels has opened its newest boutique property: the Kimpton Schofield Hotel. The new hotel is located in downtown Cleveland’s circa-1902 Schofield Building. The hotel’s…
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Wizarding World of Harry Potter Debuts in Hollywood
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter took Orlando by storm in 2010 when it opened at Universal Resort Orlando, and now it finally arrives on…
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Hilton Chicago O’Hare Provides Kids Amenity for Airport
Chicago’s O’Hare airport is one of the U.S.’s largest and busiest airports. If you’re traveling through Chicago and need an airport hotel, Hilton Chicago O’Hare…
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Twisted Family Fun in Las Vegas
In an effort to appeal to families, Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, has created a kid-friendly show and will offer free tickets for children…
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Riu Hotels Opens Times Square Location
Riu Hotels & Resorts has opened its first New York City hotel: Riu Plaza New York Times Square. The newly constructed, $310-million hotel sits in…
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Hyatt Opens Centric Brand in Long Beach, Calif.
Hyatt corporation’s new boutique lifestyle brand concept, Hyatt Centric, has opened one of its first properties in Long Beach, California. Hyatt Centric The Pike Long…
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Mesa Verde Reopens With New Features
Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado will be one of the many national parks celebrating the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary. Its only lodging available…
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Largest Lilac Festival in U.S. Scheduled for May
The largest lilac festival in North America returns to Rochester, New York, this May, in what is also the largest 10-day free festival in the…
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Carowinds Adds New Digital Attractions
Last week, Carowinds debuted its newest attraction: “Plants vs Zombies Garden Warfare: 3Z Arena.” The new, state-of-the-art attraction was designed by PopCap Games and Electronic…
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1,000 Santas Descending Upon Branson, MO
More than 1,000 professional Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and holiday entertainers will arrive in Branson, Missouri, this summer for “Discover Santa 2016, also known as…
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10 Best Hotel Water Slides in the World
Adrenaline junkies, take note! These worldwide hotel waterslides are sure to get your heart pounding.
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National Parks Offering Free Week in April
As the National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2016, families wanting to visit one of 410 national parks across the country may do…
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Manhattan Hotel Getting a Face Lift
The Lowell hotel, located in Manhattan’s sophisticated Upper East Side neighborhood, will be debuting a sleek new look this summer. Originally opening in 1927, the…
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New Hotel to Open in Newport Beach, Calif.
Newport Beach, California, is growing its marina area with the revitalized Lido Marina Village, anchored by a new cottage-style hotel, Lido House Hotel. The new…
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New Family Experiences at Rocco Forte Hotels
Rocco Forte Hotels has launched its new “Families R Forte” experiences in its 10 European hotels. The new amenity is available for children ages 16…
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