The Dreamy Virginia Forest Trail That Feels Like Walking Into A Movie Scene
Imagine stepping into a scene where towering trees form a natural cathedral, mist dances over cascading water, and every turn feels like something out of…
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12 Hidden New York Lakes Only Locals Know How To Find
New York is famous for its towering skyscrapers and bustling streets, but beyond the concrete jungle lie secret water havens that most tourists never discover….
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This 40-Foot California Waterfall Is So Stunning, People Drive Hours To See It
Alamere Falls might just be Northern California’s best-kept secret that everyone somehow knows about. This magical waterfall tumbles 40 feet down rugged cliffs before splashing…
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11 Unforgettable Drives Through Kentucky’s Horse Country
Rolling hills, white-plank fences, and thoroughbreds grazing in emerald pastures, Kentucky’s Bluegrass Region is a picture-perfect paradise for road-trippers. Cruising through horse country isn’t just…
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Discover 10 Hidden Underground Gems In Kentucky You Can Actually Explore
Beneath the rolling hills and scenic landscapes of the Bluegrass State lies a world of hidden underground wonders waiting to be discovered. From vast cave…
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11 Bizarre Yet Stunning Natural Wonders In Oregon You Have To See To Believe
Oregon is a land of surreal landscapes, where nature pushes the boundaries of what we think is possible. From ancient forests emerging from the sands…
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Discover North Carolina’s Enchanting Waterfall That Feels Like Magic
In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, where the mist hangs low and the air hums with the song of nature, lies a hidden…
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This Hidden California Redwoods Trail Is The Escape You’ve Been Craving
Deep in Northern California, where fog kisses ancient bark and silence feels sacred, lies a trail that leads to some of the most massive living…
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The Virginia Drive-In Theater Keeping The Golden Age Of Cinema Alive Week After Week
Tucked away in the mountains of Virginia, the Moonlite Drive-In Theatre continues to show movies under the stars just like theaters did decades ago. While…
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The Scenic Navajo Nation Byway In Arizona That Leaves Visitors In Awe
Tucked into the heart of the Navajo Nation in northeastern Arizona lies a natural wonder that has captivated travelers for generations—Canyon de Chelly National Monument….
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Pennsylvania’s Forgotten Park, Frozen In Time
Deep in Pennsylvania’s woodlands lies a place where history whispers through overgrown paths and crumbling stone foundations. Rock Point Park Natural Area once thrived as…
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This Magical Florida Garden Is Every Kid’s Dream To Explore
Hidden in the heart of Lake Wales, Florida, there’s a place where imagination runs as wild as the vines and laughter drifts through the trees….
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Florida’s Little-Known Animal Sanctuary Promises An Unforgettable Lemur Experience
Tucked away in Myakka City, Florida, a remarkable wildlife refuge is keeping Madagascar’s most threatened creatures safe from extinction. The Lemur Conservation Foundation offers visitors…
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This Abandoned Pennsylvania Park Where Time Stands Still
Hidden in New Castle, Pennsylvania, sits a place where carousel music once echoed through the trees and families flocked for weekend fun. Cascade Park was…
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How to plan an affordable family snow vacation
However you envision your getaway to the snow, there have never been more options – and that includes overseas, which despite the cost of flights, can be less expensive than a comparable trip to the snow in the United States or Canada.
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Scottsdale AZ in fall for all ages
Scottsdale is a great bet for a fall getaway with or without the kids. Many come for golf, spa, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding
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What was the best part of your family vacation?
Ask three people who have shared a vacation – even in the same family – and they will each likely have a different answer.
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Ultimate Multigenerational Adventure: African Safari Cruise
For the ultimate multigenerational adventure, set your sights on an African safari cruise. View animals in the wild from small tenders and dusty 4WD vehicles. Listen to their call from luxurious waterfront safari lodges and stylish river cruisers.
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It’s time for the Balloon Fiesta again in Albuquerque NM
Balloon Fiesta (the 53rd) has become the world’s largest and premier international ballooning event. This year, it includes 543 registered Primary Pilots
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10th Mountain Division and how it founded the US ski industry
In 1944, they fought in some of the toughest terrain in World War II – northern Italy. Then they came home and created ski mountains.
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Arts and Fall Colors in Vail CO
Cristoff Keyonnie couldn’t have picked a better time to visit Vail for the first time—it was peak weekend for leaf peeping… glorious yellows and oranges everywhere you looked.
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Enjoying fall foliage 21st-century style
Whether you are in the country and whatever your budget, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy fall colors
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Fall getaways for new empty nesters
Whether you are a solo parent or a couple, you deserve to reward yourselves for making it this far.
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Take the family out to a fall festival near you
The good news is you can find a fall festival guaranteed to please whether you are traveling with or without kids.
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Last gasp summer getaway to a cool mountain spot
A late summer or fall getaway to the mountains can’t be beaten as more of us seek domestic and closer-to-home vacation options.
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Find yourself ahead of the crowd on a family adventure trip
I’ve long been a fan of getting the kids out of their comfort zones on vacation, whether hiking to the top of a mountain, whitewater rafting, trying a new sport like rock climbing or simply navigating in an unfamiliar city or country.
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Learning the history of wines produced in the Beaujolais Region of France
We are sitting under a big shade tree at a table set with beautiful green china and a jug of sunflowers overlooking vineyards first established in 1100 by Benedictine monks.
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Castles on the Rhine – on an AmaWaterways cruise
Our AMAWaterways ship AMASerena is cruising in the Rhine Gorge where there are some 40 hilltop castles erected over a period of 1000 years as well as steep terraces planted with grapes
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Rainy Day? 11+ museum exhibits not to miss this summer
With such unpredictable weather patterns these days, you never know when it’s going to rain on your vacation. That’s when a nearby museum may come in handy.
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What did you forget to pack for your family summer vacation?
What did you forget to pack for your last family summer vacation, or your next one?
Once, I forgot my child’s duffel as we were heading to Cape Cod
