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Renaissance Hotel Opens in Montreal
The luxury chain Renaissance is opening its first property in Montreal, in time for the city’s magical winter season. Renaissance Montreal Downtown Hotel will open…
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AC Hotels to Open in Boston
Marriott’s new AC Hotel brand will be growing in 2016 this month when it opens its first property in Boston. AC Boston North will open…
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United Airlines Now Charging for Tweens Traveling Alone
For kids flying solo, many airlines offer mandatory unaccompanied minor services for children up to at least age 12, but have allowed ‘tweens and teens…
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Is a Ban on Driver’s Licenses as Airport Identification Likely?
As Family Vacation Critic first reported in late September (Will Passports Be Required at the Airport?, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced it may…
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Orlando Eye Closes for Maintenance
Beginning today, the Orlando Eye will close for two weeks for scheduled maintenance. The new Orlando attraction is located at the I-Drive 360 entertainment complex,…
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Jamaica Welcomes New All-Inclusive Resort
Jamaica officially welcomed its newest all-inclusive resort: the Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Opening in July during a “soft opening” phase, the first Palace property to…
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Knott’s Soak City to Open New Water Slides in 2017
Knotts Soak City, part of Knott’s Berry Farm in Orange County, California, will expand in spring 2017 for the first time in 10 years. Opening…
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Busch Gardens Will Be Cursed by a Cobra in 2016
No, it isn’t a New Year’s Eve prediction. Busch Gardens Tampa will welcome its newest thrill ride in 2016, named Cobra’s Curse. The spin coaster…
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Orlando Will House World’s Tallest Roller Coaster
Orlando’s attraction offerings continue to expand at a rapid rate, with a new $300-million SKYPLEX indoor entertainment complex slated to open in 2017. With its…
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Direct Flights to Cuba Could Begin in 2016
With the U.S. and Cuba working together for the first time in 50 years to allow Americans to visit the Caribbean nation, commercial flights may…
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Hard Rock Hotel to Open in Atlanta
The rising Atlanta skyline will welcome a new high-rise when it welcomes Hard Rock Hotel Atlanta in 2018. The 220-room hotel will be located next…
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MSC Cruises Adding Exclusive Bahamas Island
As MSC Cruises launches into the Caribbean, it will offer an exclusive Bahamas Island getaway to itineraries. Signing a 100-year lease with the Bahamas, MSC…
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Kimpton Opening 10th D.C. Hotel
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announced it will open its tenth hotel in Washington, D.C., in 2016. Currently, its nine Kimpton properties are highly ranked for…
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Nonstop Flights Between Orlando and San Juan Launched on National Airlines
Orlando’s “Hometown Airline,” National Airlines, has launched nonstop flights between the Floridian city and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The small airline operates two Boeing 757-200…
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Southwest Airlines Allows Rewards to Go to Charity
In the spirit of giving, Southwest Airlines launched a new program allowing passengers to donate their points to select charities. Members of the airline’s Rapid…
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Mermaid Academy Returns to Florida Keys
Hawks Cay Resort is providing kids with a chance to be a mermaid when the Mermaid Academy returns this holiday break. Available Dec. 28 through…
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Home Exchange Programs for Families
Considering a home exchange program for your family? Here’s what you need to know.
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Disney Heightens Security at its Theme Parks
If you are heading to Disney theme parks this holiday season, take note: New security measures have been instituted in the wake of recent attacks,…
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Renting a Vacation Home With Infants in Tow
Find out what you should pack, where you should rent a vacation home and more with infants in tow.
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Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas for Families
Overview Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas is the latest addition to its Quantum Class. Similar to its sister ship, Oasis of the Seas, the…
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Carnival Pride for Families
Overview Carnival’s nickname is the Fun Ship, and they are certainly meant for fun. But instead of its old image of scantily clad guests whooping…
Read moreAAA Holiday Traffic Forecast Tops 100 Million
Hitting the road this holiday season? You certainly won’t be alone, says AAA. For the first time in its holiday traffic forecast, AAA is predicting…
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Hard Rock Hotel Heads to New England
Hard Rock Hotels are expanding quickly across the U.S., and the newest location will be in an interesting spot: Downtown Hartford, Connecticut. It will be…
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Palm Springs Resort Completes Million-Dollar Renovation
Miramonte Resort & Spa, a Destination Hotel in the Greater Palm Springs-area’s luxurious Indian Wells, has completed a $4-million renovation. The California resort, nestled in…
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O’Hare Hilton Debuts Family Suites
Families traveling through Chicago’s O’Hare airport can now enjoy overnight accommodations dedicated to them at the Hilton, which recently debuted new Family Suites. Hilton Chicago…
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