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Brightline Train to Open in West Palm Beach

by Lissa Poirot

The much-anticipated first phase of Brightline passenger speed train in South Florida is nearly complete and will begin testing in West Palm Beach, Florida. The…

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Rockefeller Center’s Other Holiday Offerings

by Lissa Poirot

Thousands visit New York’s famed Rockefeller Center to ice skate and take photos of its giant Christmas Tree. But did you know there is more…

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Universal Orlando Resort Will Open New Hotel in 2018

by Lissa Poirot

Universal Orlando Resort will open its newest hotel in its expanding resort in summer 2018. Universal’s Aventura Hotel will bring a sleek and stylish tower…

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Stay in Ralphie’s House from ‘A Christmas Story’

by Lissa Poirot

Love “A Christmas Story?” You may be able to recite lines like “you’ll shoot your eye out” and watch the movie every holiday season. Now,…

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Sandos Resorts Upgrading Family Section

by Lissa Poirot

Sandos Caracol Eco Resort has announced it will renovate its 639-room Family Section in a $20-million project. The new rooms will debut December 23, 2016.…

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Pennsylvania Offering First-Time Ski Program

by Lissa Poirot

For families looking to enjoy the snow in Pennsylvania this upcoming winter, the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association is making it easier with a First-Time Ski/Snowboard…

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Montserrat, Spain with Kids

by Lissa Poirot

Just an hour via train from Barcelona is the mountainous town of Montserrart, which was built around a monastery and enjoyed by families far and…

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Margaritaville Celebrates Anniversary with Weekend Amenities

by Lissa Poirot

Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort in Hollywood Beach, Florida, is celebrating its one-year anniversary Nov. 18 through Nov. 20, 2016. The party will include special promotions,…

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Bryce Canyon Bringing Back Hotel Rooms for Winter

by Lissa Poirot

The Lodge at Bryce Canyon, the only overnight accommodations located inside Bryce Canyon National Park, will remain open throughout the winter months for the second…

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Stowe Mountain Resort Opening for Winter Season

by Lissa Poirot

Stowe Mountain Resort is opening its world-class skiing and snowboarding on Saturday. Nov. 19, 2016. With snowmaking facilities, the mountain resort is slating to open…

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Hilton Opens New Canopy Line of Hotels

by Lissa Poirot

Hilton Hotels have opened its newest line of boutique hotels, Canopy by Hilton. The new hotels are targeting a younger, mobile audience with a welcoming…

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Boca Raton Opening New Mandarin Oriental

by Lissa Poirot

Palm Beach County’s Boca Raton is set to debut a new Mandarin Oriental property in late 2017. The Boca Raton Mandarin Oriental will be the…

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Hilton Portland to Undergo Multi-Million Renovation

by Lissa Poirot

Portland, Oregon’s Hilton Portland & Executive Tower will undergo a massive, multi-million dollar renovation. The upcoming transformation will include renovations to guest rooms and lobby,…

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Kids Sail Free on Circle Line NYC Cruises

by Lissa Poirot

During the month of November, Circle Line Cruises is offering a Kids Sail Free promotion in New York City. The promotion is good for the…

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Disney Cruise Line Unveils Ports and Itineraries

by Lissa Poirot

It’s not too early to start planning a 2018 cruise aboard a Disney Cruise Line ship. The cruise line has announced its early 2018 ports…

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Fourth Annual Illuminate San Francisco Festival of Light Returns This Month

by Lissa Poirot

San Francisco’s Illuminate SF Festival of Light returns for its fourth year to illuminate the city for the holidays. Inaugurated in 2013, this year’s event…

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Montreal Celebrates 375th Birthday in 2017

by Lissa Poirot

Montreal will celebrate its 375th anniversary in 2017 and to honor the occasion will be hosting more than 175 events across the city throughout the…

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Dutch Wonderland Reveals New Ride

by Lissa Poirot

Lancaster, Pennsylvania’s beloved Dutch Wonderland children’s theme park will grow in 2017 with the addition of its first suspended family roller coaster. Merlin’s Mayhem will…

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Maine’s Largest Light Display Arrives This Month

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The largest holiday light display in Maine, Gardens Aglow, returns to Coast Maine Botanical Gardens this month. The annual holiday light show featuring more than…

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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Turns 90

by Lissa Poirot

This year’s renowned Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade turns 90 in 2016. With more than 10,000 participants and one of the country’s biggest parades, fans can…

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Polar Express Arrives in Santa Cruz

by Lissa Poirot

As Halloween season fades and we turn our attention to the holidays, Santa Cruz, California, is offering a Golden Ticket to the North Pole when…

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Hilton Anaheim Adds Holiday Touches to a Disney Vacation

by Lissa Poirot

If you’re visiting Disneyland or other area theme parks during the holiday season, the Hilton Anaheim is enticing you to its hotel with special holiday…

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JW Marriott San Antonio Offers Elf-Inspired Holidays

by Lissa Poirot

Even if celebrating the holidays in the desert hill country of San Antonio, families can get into the spirit of Christmas with JW Marriott’s new…

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New Disney Plane to Hawaii

by Lissa Poirot

Disney’s upcoming movie release, “Moana,” centers around a Hawaiian tale, and to celebrate, Disney has partnered with Hawaiian Airlines to offer the first-ever Disney experience…

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What to Pack for the Kids In a Carry-On Bag

by Lissa Poirot

Overwhelmed with packing? Let us help you help your kids pack, with suggested packing lists for every age group and more.

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