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Boston’s Hotel Commonwealth Expands With Fenway Park Views

by Lissa Poirot

Family-friendly Hotel Commonwealth is expanding its offerings with the addition of 96 new guest rooms and three new suites, including a designated Fenway Park Suite,…

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MSC Cruises Offers Year-Round Caribbean Itineraries

by Lissa Poirot

European-based cruise line, MSC Cruises, has returned MSC Divina to Miami for U.S.-launched Caribbean sailings, the first of its expansion into North America. Originally sailing…

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Annual Events at Disney Parks

by Lissa Poirot

Planning a trip to Disney World or Disneyland? Consider visiting for one of these themed events.

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Record Holiday Traffic Predicted This Holiday Season

by Lissa Poirot

AAA Travel has forecasted a record-number of travelers will be hitting the road this Thanksgiving, predicting nearly 47 million travelers journeying 50 miles or more…

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Morgan’s Wonderland Brings the World’s Most Special Needs-Inspired Water Park to Texas

by Lissa Poirot

Texas-based theme park, Morgan’s Wonderland, broke ground this month on an expansion that will create the world’s most accessible splash park for families with special…

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One Liberty Observation Deck Opens in Philadelphia

by Lissa Poirot

The City of Brotherly Love will feature its first high-rise observation deck this month when One Liberty opens on Nov. 28. Located on the 57th…

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Families Can Cruise the Ganges River with Uniworld’s Newest Ship

by Lissa Poirot

As families seek out more exotic locales and experiential getaways, boutique cruise line, Uniworld, launches its newest luxury river cruise in a 13-day tour of…

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Mandarin Oriental Will Call Boca Raton Home in 2017

by Lissa Poirot

Luxury hotel chain Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announced it will create a hotel and residence combination property in the heart of South Florida’s Boca Raton…

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Jeff Corwin Joins Windstar Cruises in Panama

by Lissa Poirot

Windstar Cruises and award-winning TV host and conservationist are teaming to provide a special cruise event for families on its March 2016 Costa Rica &…

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Maine’s Largest Light Display Debuts This Weekend

by Lissa Poirot

Kicking off its inaugural season at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay, Maine, Gardens Aglow will become Maine’s largest LED light display running through…

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New All-Inclusive Resort Opening in Riviera Maya

by Lissa Poirot

The newest all-inclusive to Mexico’s Riviera Maya will open in December of 2016, providing one more kid-friendly option for family vacations near Cancun. Ocean by…

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National Tree Lighting Scheduled

by Lissa Poirot

America’s 93rd annual National Tree Lighting will take Thursday, Dec. 3, with an all-star lineup. The national kickoff to the holiday season will launch at…

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Details Emerge on Disney’s New ‘Frozen’ Attraction

by Lissa Poirot

Fans of Disney’s mega-smash “Frozen” animated film will soon have the chance to travel in the world of Anna, Elsa and Olaf in the new…

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Passports with a Purpose Launches 8th Annual Fundraiser for Kids

by Lissa Poirot

The 8th annual Passports with a Purpose travel blogger fundraiser launched earlier this week, offering a variety of prizes to the general public to raise…

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New Luxury Resort to Open in Kauai

by Lissa Poirot

Kaua’i will welcome a new full-service resort with the arrival of Hokuala – A Timbers Resort. Located in Kalapaki Bay, the new resort will feature…

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Cirque du Soleil Heads to Sea with MSC Cruises

by Lissa Poirot

Cirque du Soleil and MSC Cruises have announced a new partnership that will bring an exclusive new artistic performance to the European-based cruise line. Guests…

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SeaWorld San Diego Pulling Killer Whale Show

by Lissa Poirot

Following years of controversy over its killer whale show, SeaWorld San Diego has announced it will end its long-running Shamu, the Killer Whale Show, in…

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort Sold

by Lissa Poirot

Mount Washington Alpine Resort, which has been operating on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, for 36 years, has been sold to Pacific Group Resorts, Inc. (PGRI).…

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Las Vegas Reopening $75-Million Luxury Hotel Tower

by Lissa Poirot

As the iconic Caesars Palace in Las Vegas celebrates its Golden Anniversary in 2016, it will do so with the reopening of its Roman Tower,…

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Kids Cruise Free on Circle Line in November

by Lissa Poirot

Families visiting New York City for the launch of the holiday season will find a wallet-friendly perk at Circle Line Cruises: Kids Cruise Free. For…

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Country’s First Museum Dedicated to American Writers to Open in Chicago

by Lissa Poirot

The country’s first and only museum dedicated to past and present American authors will join the many outstanding museums operating in Chicago’s Millennium Park. The…

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Lark Hotels Unveiling Salem, Mass., Property

by Lissa Poirot

In the land of witches and warlocks, Lark Hotels is opening its newest boutique hotel. The Merchant will open in the heart of Salem, Massachusetts,…

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Jimmy Fallon Getting His Own Ride at Universal Orlando

by Lissa Poirot

Universal Orlando Resort is welcoming the host of the “Tonight Show” to its collection of attractions with a new ride featuring Jimmy Fallon. “Race Through…

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Los Angeles Museum Debuts ‘Rain Room’

by Lissa Poirot

Los Angeles welcomed one of the most unique exhibits to hit the U.S. when the new Rain Room exhibit opened at Los Angeles County Museum…

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American Will Offer ‘No Frills’ Fares

by Lissa Poirot

Joining discount, “no frills” airlines such as Frontier, Spirit and Southwest airlines, American Airlines announced it will introduce “no frills” fares beginning in 2016. Targeting…

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