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  • Food preparation on a Carnival ship
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    Carnival Brands Embrace Sustainable Practices

    ByEileen Ogintz April 18, 2023April 18, 2023

    The world’s leading cruise company is pioneering sustainability at sea and producing fewer greenhouse emissions than in 2011, down 15%

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  • The Great Global cleanup. Kids cleaning up Rock Creek National Park.
    Weekly Column | Cruises & All-Inclusive | Destinations | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors

    How families can travel more sustainably

    ByEileen Ogintz April 13, 2023December 5, 2025

    Got your reusable water bottle? That’s one of the easiest things you can do to reduce your environmental footprint when you are traveling.

    Read More How families can travel more sustainablyContinue

  • The vegetarian-forward restaurant "Razzle Dazzle" on Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady
    Families & Groups | Cruises & All-Inclusive | Food and Dining | Travel Diaries

    The Fable of the Octopus and the Fisherman

    ByEileen Ogintz April 6, 2023December 26, 2023

    Welcome to Scarlet Night aboard Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady. We were encouraged to wear red to honor the Red Night Sky

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  • White House
    Weekly Column | Backyard Vacations | Destinations | Families & Groups | Food and Dining | Parks & Outdoors | Volunteer & Service

    Washington DC is a perfect family destination anytime

    ByEileen Ogintz April 6, 2023December 5, 2025

    By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency Welcome to America’s front yard. That’s what many call The National Mall in Washington, DC—three miles long stretching from…

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  • Hammocks on balconies of Virgin Voyages ships
    Travel Diaries | Cruises & All-Inclusive | Families & Groups | Food and Dining

    A Different Kind of Cruise on Virgin Voyages

    ByEileen Ogintz April 4, 2023April 6, 2023

    The minimum age is 18 on this mid-sized ship (about 2,400 aboard this voyage from Miami.) And that suits the passengers just fine.

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  • Hammocks on balconies of Virgin Voyages ships
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    On Virgin Voyages a Tragic Event First Day at Sea

    ByEileen Ogintz April 3, 2023December 26, 2023

    A young woman fell off her balcony to her death just hours after we had departed Miami for a six-night Caribbean cruise.

    Read More On Virgin Voyages a Tragic Event First Day at SeaContinue

  • New York Central park aerial view in summer.
    Weekly Column | Backyard Vacations | Families & Groups

    Playgrounds or museums? It’s not a competition

    ByEileen Ogintz March 30, 2023March 30, 2023

    New York Ccity is full of museums, zoos, as well as playgrounds. “Go to the parks, they are always relaxing,” suggested Sam, 13

    Read More Playgrounds or museums? It’s not a competitionContinue

  • MBT Physiological Footwear for the active days
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    MBT Physiological Footwear for the active days

    ByEileen Ogintz March 27, 2023March 27, 2023

    I had a friend, an avid runner and head of wellness at our local YMCA try a pair.  She loved the cushioning and that her feet stayed cool

    Read More MBT Physiological Footwear for the active daysContinue

  • How To Plan A Last Minute Spring Break
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    How To Plan A Last Minute Spring Break

    ByEileen Ogintz March 27, 2023March 27, 2023

    Travel insurance can help when you are delayed, someone gets sick, or an emergency causes you to cancel the trip or return early

    Read More How To Plan A Last Minute Spring BreakContinue

  • Helping protect the sea turtle hatchlings on the Riviera-Maya
    Weekly Column | Destinations | Families & Groups

    Is it safe to take the kids to Mexico?

    ByEileen Ogintz March 23, 2023March 23, 2023

    Cancun, San Jose del Cabo and Puerto Vallarta are extremely popular with spring breakers looking for fun in the sun

    Read More Is it safe to take the kids to Mexico?Continue

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    Dogs are welcome visitors in Williamsburg VA

    ByEileen Ogintz March 17, 2023March 14, 2023

    Dogs and their owners can shop, eat, stay, and play at any number of dog-friendly businesses throughout the destination.

    Read More Dogs are welcome visitors in Williamsburg VAContinue

  • Stowe Ski Resort in Vermont, view to the mountain slopes
    Weekly Column | Backyard Vacations | Destinations | Families & Groups | Snow Vacations

    To a snow resort when you don’t or can’t ski

    ByEileen Ogintz March 16, 2023March 16, 2023

    Maybe you just don’t like snow sports. It’s not necessary to sacrifice your vacation to please your family.

    Read More To a snow resort when you don’t or can’t skiContinue

  • A lively dance at the wedding in Fiddler on the Roof
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    What Fiddler teaches us about the past and present

    ByAndy Yemma March 15, 2023November 10, 2025

    Fiddler is entertaining and a sobering reflection today’s events as Russia tries to brutally subjugate Ukraine and antisemitism is rising

    Read More What Fiddler teaches us about the past and presentContinue

  • Eileen offers child airline safety tips on Denver TV
    Eileen in the Media

    Eileen offers child airline safety tips on Denver TV

    ByEileen Ogintz March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

    Recent incidents of air turbulence makes it important for parents of children under 2 to buy them a seat, not holding them on their laps

    Read More Eileen offers child airline safety tips on Denver TVContinue

  • Dubrovnik Croatia
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    CroisiEurope Launches Special European Family Cruise Program

    ByEileen Ogintz March 11, 2023March 13, 2023

    This year, cruise together safely in Spain, Portugal, Italy, on the Rhine or the Adriatic Coast. Discover the beauty of Europe

    Read More CroisiEurope Launches Special European Family Cruise ProgramContinue

  • AmSafe CARES plane seat.
    Weekly Column | Families & Groups | Getting There

    Flying with babies and toddlers safely

    ByEileen Ogintz March 9, 2023March 9, 2023

    The safest place for your child under the age of two on a U.S. airplane is in an approved child seat, not in your lap.

    Read More Flying with babies and toddlers safelyContinue

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    Advantages of parenting portals that you need to remember

    ByEileen Ogintz March 5, 2023March 16, 2023

    How do they help parents, and what features make these websites indispensable in the terms of searching for an opportunity?

    Read More Advantages of parenting portals that you need to rememberContinue

  • View of Myrtle Beach SC from pier.
    Weekly Column | Backyard Vacations | Beach Vacations | Cruises & All-Inclusive | Destinations | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors | Snow Vacations

    Spring Break is Upon Us – Have You Made a Plan?

    ByEileen Ogintz March 2, 2023March 2, 2023

    There are lots of options – new theme park rides, city visits, skiing of riding in spring sunshine or bask on the beach, frothy drink in hand

    Read More Spring Break is Upon Us – Have You Made a Plan?Continue

  • Eileen talks #SpringBreakIdeas on Denver TV
    Eileen in the Media

    Eileen talks #SpringBreakIdeas on Denver TV

    ByEileen Ogintz February 28, 2023February 28, 2023

    Eileen talks Spring Break 2023 ideas with morning news hosts on Denver Station KDVR. Lots of great #springbreakideas!

    Read More Eileen talks #SpringBreakIdeas on Denver TVContinue

  • Sardinia Chef Bike Tour.
    Weekly Column

    Romance any time you can make it happen

    ByEileen Ogintz February 23, 2023February 23, 2023

    A romantic trip doesn’t have to be to a far-off and exotic destination. Maybe the place you first met or recreate your first trip together

    Read More Romance any time you can make it happenContinue

  • Victoria House Resort and Spa on the edge of the Belize Barrier Reef
    Taking the Kids Blogs | Backyard Vacations | Beach Vacations | Cruises & All-Inclusive | Destinations | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors | Snow Vacations

    Plenty of options for your best Spring Break

    ByEileen Ogintz February 23, 2023February 23, 2023

    According to new research, 41 per cent of US consumers say they are planning a spring break, even prioritizing ahead of other trips.

    Read More Plenty of options for your best Spring BreakContinue

  • San Diego Museum of Art.
    Weekly Column | Backyard Vacations | Beach Vacations | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors | Volunteer & Service

    Visiting San Diego all year round

    ByEileen Ogintz February 16, 2023April 10, 2023

    February is the 34th annual San Diego Museum Month when more than 60 participating cultural institutions offer half-priced admission

    Read More Visiting San Diego all year roundContinue

  • Searching for Airline Tickets? Two New Sites Make It Easier
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    Searching for Airline Tickets? Two New Sites Make It Easier

    ByEileen Ogintz February 14, 2023March 27, 2023

    Searching for the best airline tickets? New sites Directflights.com and Flightroutes.com make your search easier and more fun!

    Read More Searching for Airline Tickets? Two New Sites Make It EasierContinue

  • Photo Feb 11 2023, 12 34 54 PM
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    The Sand Creek Massacre – Echoes of the past reverberate

    ByAndy Yemma February 13, 2023November 10, 2025

    There were many atrocities committed in our nation’s 19th Century quest for “Manifest Destiny.” The Sand Creek Massacre was one of the worst.

    Read More The Sand Creek Massacre – Echoes of the past reverberateContinue

  • New places to explore Black history this month
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    New places to explore Black history this month

    ByEileen Ogintz February 9, 2023February 9, 2023

    Across the country, there are new exhibits highlighting the contributions of African Americans to our nation’s history and culture.

    Read More New places to explore Black history this monthContinue

  • Pool Deck on a Princess ship
    Weekly Column | Cruises & All-Inclusive | Families & Groups

    Get ready to ride the cruise wave

    ByEileen Ogintz February 2, 2023February 2, 2023

    There are perks, upgrades and enticing deals to encourage cruisers to book – from deeply discounted deposits, free flights…

    Read More Get ready to ride the cruise waveContinue

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    4 Strategies to Save for Your Next Family Trip

    ByEileen Ogintz January 30, 2023April 10, 2023

    Looking at finances and making smart choices can make your trip more affordable. The key is to combine several strategies and to be patient.

    Read More 4 Strategies to Save for Your Next Family TripContinue

  • A Seabourne cruise
    Eileen in the Media

    Eileen’s satellite media tour on cruise wave season

    ByEileen Ogintz January 30, 2023January 30, 2023

    More than 20 television and radio stations across the U.S. interviewed Eileen about cruise wave season. Here are four clips

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  • Richard Thomas as Atticus Finch and Yaegel T. Welch as Tom Robinson (Photo by Julieta Cervantes)
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    To Kill a Mockingbird on the road in Denver

    ByAndy Yemma January 27, 2023November 10, 2025

    To Kill a Mockingbird is an enduring story of justice and injustice, racism, closed minds, coming of age, grief, compassion, and change

    Read More To Kill a Mockingbird on the road in DenverContinue

  • Ian Fleming's villa, where agent 007 came to life, is part of the GoldenEye resort in Jamaica.
    Weekly Column | Backyard Vacations | Beach Vacations | Cruises & All-Inclusive | Destinations | Disney | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors | Volunteer & Service

    How anticipation enhances vacation fun

    ByEileen Ogintz January 26, 2023January 26, 2023

    Whether it’s a honeymoon or a trip to Orlando, the anticipation — and planning — can be nearly as much fun as the trip itself.

    Read More How anticipation enhances vacation funContinue

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