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Find Your Park: One Night, One Dollar Initiative
Forever Resorts, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, has launched an initiative to support the National Parks Service (NPS) in honor of its 100th anniversary. The “Find…
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10 Best California Hotels for Families
Options for family vacations in California are aplenty. Make the perfect pick by staying at one these top hotels located throughout the state.
Read moreJetBlue Begins Charging for Checked Bags
JetBlue has joined the numerous airlines who have made changes in fees for checked luggage. The discount airline has announced a new fee structure for…
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14 Best Washington DC Hotels for Kids
Looking for a family friendly hotel in Washington DC? These are our picks for the best Washington DC hotels for kids, with easy access to…
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The Plaza Celebrates 60 Years of Eloise
The beloved children’s storybook character, “Eloise,” turns 60 this year, and her home hotel, The Plaza, is throwing her a “rather marvelous” celebration. The iconic…
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Jamaica Launching Destination-Wide Deals on Hotels
Jamaica is launching its “Fall in Jamaica” promotion in an effort to lure travelers to the island during its slower fall season. A number of…
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Triumph Hotels Partners With Sparkbox Toys
Triumph Hotels in New York partners with Sparkbox to provide free educational toys to younger hotel guests.
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New Starwood Hotel Breaks Ground in Los Cabos
A new luxury resort operating under the Starwood Hotels & Resorts collection of properties broke ground in Los Cabos, Mexico, this weekend. The new Solaz…
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Hotel on North Opens in Berkshires
A new boutique property has opened in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, in the Berkshire Mountains. The new, 45-room Hotel on North is the newest member of the…
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New Kalahari Resort in the Poconos Opens
The highly anticipated Kalahari Resort grand opening takes place in the Pocono Mountains tomorrow, and Family Vacation Critic was invited to a sneak preview of…
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The Joker Brings Chaos to Six Flags Over Georgia
The world of Batman comes to life with two new attractions at Six Flags Over Georgia in Austell, just outside of Atlanta. Harley Quinn Spinsanity…
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World’s Largest LEGO Model Ship Arrives at the Queen Mary
The world’s largest model ship made entirely of LEGO bricks will make its debut aboard the Queen Mary, Britain’s famous ocean liner that is now…
Read moreCarry-On Bag Sizes May Shrink
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently proposed new limits for carry-on bags following an increase in passengers bringing on carry-ons that follows airlines increasing…
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Heartlake City Opens at LEGOLAND Florida Resort
LEGOLAND Florida Resort celebrates the opening of its newest land at its LEGO theme park today: Heartlake City. The new, expanded area of LEGOLAND Florida…
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8 Best Los Cabos All-Inclusive Resorts for Families
Consider a stay at one of these all-inclusive resorts in Los Cabos, Mexico, complete with kids’ clubs, water sports, spacious suites and more.
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Tall Ships Philadelphia/Camden Kicks Off Four-Day Festival
The Delaware River and Philadelphia and Camden, New Jersey, waterfronts will be filled with historic tall ships, and one giant rubber ducky, as the Tall…
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Universal Orlando Hotel Offers Jurassic Park Kids’ Suite
When the fourth installment of “Jurassic Park,” “Jurassic World,” broke records in the box office, there was no doubt Jurassic Park mania would sweep the…
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7 Best All Inclusive Puerto Vallarta Resorts for Families
Consider a stay at one of these all-inclusive resorts in Puerto Vallarta, complete with kids’ clubs, water sports, spacious suites and more.
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Richard Branson Unveiling New Virgin Cruise Plans
Sir Richard Branson, head of Virgin Records, Virgin Airlines, Virgin America, Virgin Hotels and the new Virgin Cruises, descended upon Miami today to reveal new…
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7 Best All Inclusive Cancun Resorts for Families
Consider a stay at one of these all-inclusive resorts in Cancun, complete with kids’ clubs, water sports, spacious suites and more.
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5 Best All Inclusive Cozumel Resorts for Families
Consider a stay at an all inclusive resort in Cozumel, where families can enjoy kids’ clubs, water sports, multiple pools and more.
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Sun Valley Reopens Following Massive Renovation
Sun Valley Resort in Idaho celebrated its grand reopening last week following massive renovations to its lodge and spa. America’s first destination ski resort, the…
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Boutique Hotel Opens in Newport, R.I.
A vibrant, chic new boutique property just opened its doors in the seaside village of Newport, Rhode Island. Gilded Hotel is within walking distance of…
Read moreNew Report Finds Most Americans Will Not Vacation This Summer
A new survey released by Skift, a leader in travel industry information and marketing, found 62 percent of those surveyed are not planning on taking…
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New Zombie Attraction Opens in Tennessee
The Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is joining the zombie craze with its new thrill attraction: Outbreak – Dread the Undead.…
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