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Aspen/Snowmass Adds New Kids Ski Free Program

by Lissa Poirot

Aspen and Snowmass ski resorts in Colorado are enticing the next generation of skiers and boarders with discounted and free skiing available for teens and…

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New LEGO Movie Premiering at LEGOLAND Parks and Discovery Centers

by Lissa Poirot

Following the successful debut of “The LEGO Movie,” Warner Bros. is bringing back the animators and voices for a new 4D movie, “The LEGO Movie…

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Cap Cana Completing Multi-Million Renovation

by Lissa Poirot

The luxurious Eden Rock at Cap Cana resort in the Dominican Republic will complete the first of a multi-million, two-phase renovation next month, in time…

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American Adding Nonstop Flights to Aspen

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American Airlines will begin offering direct flights from Chicago/O’Hare to Aspen/Pitkin County Airport for the winter ski season, 2015-16. Beginning Dec. 17, 2015 through Jan.…

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Kids Free November Returns to Jacksonville, Florida

by Lissa Poirot

Visit Jacksonville is bringing back its popular Kids Free November, a month-long promotion for families to discover and explore Jacksonville, Florida, at a fraction of…

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New Residential Hotel Opening in New York City

by Lissa Poirot

The first hotel developed by Furnished Quarters, a temporary furnished apartment provide in New York and Boston, will open its doors to guests next month…

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Southwest Flying Direct to Costa Rica

by Lissa Poirot

Southwest Airlines is continuing its push into international markets with the addition of a direct flight from Houston to Costa Rica, launching this month. The…

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New Brooklyn Hotel Slated to Open in 2016

by Lissa Poirot

Brooklyn’s growing popularity as a destination outside of New York City in and of itself is causing a boom in hotel construction. New on the…

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New Marina Island Resort Opening Near Tampa

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Anna Maria Island, Florida, located near Tampa, will welcome its first full-service hotel following construction of the new Waterline Marina Resort & Beach Club. Breaking…

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Sun Valley Kicks Off 80th Ski Season

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Sun Valley, Idaho, is kicking off its 80th ski season next month with new and enhanced services and amenities. Officially launching the 2015-16 ski season…

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Wyndham Bringing Five-Star, Multi-Million Resort to Barbados

by Lissa Poirot

Barbados will soon welcome a new Five-Star resort when Wyndham Hotel Group opens its 13th Caribbean property and its first Grand Resort. Sam Lord’s Castle…

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Sheraton Hotels Partners With Major League Baseball

by Lissa Poirot

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with Major League Baseball to become the Official Hotel of Major League Baseball. The new partnership brings perks…

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Direct Flights to Martinique From Northeast Begin in December

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The French Caribbean island of Martinique will be easier to get to from the northeast when new direct flights begin on discount airline operator Norwegian.…

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Star Wars Exhibition Arrives in New York

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As the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens arrives in theaters, a new exhibition arrives in New York City to bring fans closer to the…

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7 All Inclusive Multigenerational Tours for Families

by Lissa Poirot

Planning a vacation for multiple families — grandparents, children, aunts and uncles and cousins — may feel overwhelming. How do you gather everyone together for…

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Carnival Corp. Opens Amber Cove Cruise Port

by Lissa Poirot

Carnival Corporation, the parent company of Carnival, Holland America, Costa, Cunard and P&O cruise lines, has opened its destination port built exclusively for its Caribbean…

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Vermont Prepares for Ski Season With New and Improved Hotels

by Lissa Poirot

Just in time for 2015-16 ski season to launch, Vermont’s ski and snowboard resorts have announced new and improved additions. Q Burke Mountain Construction was…

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Disney Announces 2017 Caribbean Cruises

by Lissa Poirot

When it comes to vacation planning, it’s never too early to get a jump on getaways with the kids. Disney Cruise Line has announced its…

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10 Best All Inclusive Family Tours for Teens

by Lissa Poirot

Choose from this list of all-inclusive family tours that go around the world and start planning your next adventure.

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Conrad New York Hotel Introduces Cooking Classes for Kids

by Lissa Poirot

The all-suite Conrad New York hotel, located in Lower Manhattan, is continuing to add to its array of family-friendly offerings. Its newest program is guaranteed…

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Project Time Off Advocates for Vacations and Good Health

by Lissa Poirot

Recently, the Family Travel Association held its first Family Travel Summit. Among one of the presenters: Randy Garfield, formerly president of Walt Disney Travel and…

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Premier Rail Collection Announces Polar Express Trains

by Lissa Poirot

Premier Rail Collection has announced the official 2015 The Polar Express Train Ride schedule, departing from seven U.S. and two U.K. locations. Running on select…

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Uniworld Cruises Announces 2016 Family-Friendly Cruises

by Lissa Poirot

Uniworld, a boutique cruise line with river cruises in Europe, has created new cruises specifically for families for 2016. Scheduled during the summer and winter…

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Kid-Friendly Additions to Big Sky Ski Season

by Lissa Poirot

Big Sky, Montana, one of the largest skiing areas in North America, will be launching its 2015-16 ski season Nov. 26 with new fun specifically…

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Halloween in Hershey Kicks Off Mid-Month

by Lissa Poirot

Hershey, Pennsylvania, is kicking off its Halloween happenings Oct. 16, running Fridays through Sundays through Nov. 1. Included in Hershey’s family-focused events are: Hersheypark in…

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