Grabbing some last-minute spooky fun
Scary or not-so-scary? Kitschy or upscale? It’s not too late for some Halloween season fun at a theme park, zoo, aquarium, a haunted house
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How to create memories on less than exotic trips
A lot of travel memories come when you get out of your comfort zone with those you love and don’t have to be far from home
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Festive Fall Fun at Walt Disney World Resort
Fall is a great time to visit Walt Disney World Resort because it’s less crowded, the weather is cooler and there’s plenty to experience
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Exploring local cuisine in a new way with the kids
The next time your family is bickering about where and what to eat on vacation, suggest a progressive dinner. And keep your walking shoes on.
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Halloween’s coming. Get your costumes ready — now!
There are over 1,200 haunted attractions in the country with some 300 amusement parks and fun centers offering Halloween events
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Ollie the Collie Takes the Big Apple
I was so happy when we arrived at the Kimpton Muse Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, where they are VERY doggy friendly!
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Family Travel Doesn’t Mean Always Taking the Kids
It might be Antarctica with grown kids; a river cruise in Italy with siblings in their 70s; afall trip to Cape Cod or to a Dude Ranch
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Taking the kids to a fall festival
Fall festivals are back big time across the country, offering the chance for an outdoor-oriented getaway from chores, soccer, swim meets
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MEOW WOLF Denver: an otherworldly experience
Meow Wolf Convergence Station in Denver is unlike a traditional museum; the art envelops you as you step into another world
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Flying into Denver? Check out the Stanley Marketplace
Stanley Marketplace sits the site of the previous airport – Stapleton Field (closed 25 years ago) and the old Stanley Aviation Hanger
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To Orlando in fall with young kids
If you think Orlando with toddlers and preschoolers is a nonstarter, think again. “The Magic outweighs the temper tantrums,” says one mom
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A visit to Lady Liberty and Ellis Island on a cold January day
Despite the blustery January weather, crowds of bundled-up tourists from around the world lined up to take the Statue Cruises ferry to Liberty Island, good-naturedly taking off belts and watches for the security screenings. The second stop would be historic Ellis Island
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Plenty free (and a deal) in the Big Apple
Even in a city like New York there is a limit to how many great sites, performances and museums you and the kids can take.
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Tips for traveling with babies and toddlers
Forget spontaneous romantic dinners. Ditto for any big adventures. When you’re traveling with babies and toddlers, expect the unexpected.
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Exploring the most kid-friendly art museums
If you could jump into a painting and walk around in it, what painting would you choose? It’s a good way to engage kids when visiting an art museum
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Taking the kids to ski country in summer
Free outdoor concerts, bountiful farmer’s markets, movies under the stars, unique museums, guided hikes, golf, tennis, festivals and more
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How to take the kids camping for the first time
Camping was the one segment of the travel industry that didn’t suffer during the pandemic. In fact, it enjoyed unprecedented growth.
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Celebrating with family on the Fourth of July
What was your best Fourth of July? A parade, a barbecue with your nearest and dearest, fireworks or perhaps an entirely new experience?
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3 Lessons RV Pros Taught a First Time RVer
My wife and I recently bought our first travel trailer. We had been waiting for months and we traveled from Colorado to Ohio to pick it up
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Eight great family vacation spots for summer
Whatever you’ve got on tap for summer vacation, plan to spend plenty of time outdoors. For kids, playing outside promotes curiosity, creativity and critical thinking, research shows.
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Engaging Kids with Art in Denver
If you could jump into an artwork and walk around in it, what would you choose? It’s a good question to ask kids visiting an art museum
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Saving the Galaxy at Walt Disney World
Ready to save the galaxy? Disney World’s newest and much-anticipated Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind adventure debuts at Epcot May 27
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The Big Apple is back!
Shops and restaurants are packed again! So are museums, especially now when there is a big exhibit on sharks to be seen.
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So much to see in Washington D.C.
Welcome to America’s front yard! We’re talking, of course, about The National Mall in Washington, D.C. Consider that The National Mall typically gets more than…
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The Curious Theatre in Denver
Live performances are springing back to life after two years and in Denver it’s great to have this “gutsy” little theater down the street
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It’s easy to travel more sustainably
Who really needs clean towels and sheets every day on vacation? Ditto for super-long showers. It’s not hard to travel more sustainably.
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Get out and smell the wildflowers this season
Wildflowers come in many colors. Whether you are hiking, biking, camping or visiting a city, the coming months are a great time to see them
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Understanding Autism and celebrating differences
Who hasn’t had a travel nightmare? The worst I’ve heard is angry passengers booing as you try to calm a child on the autism spectrum.
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Where the kids can blast off without leaving Earth
Very few of us can afford to be space tourists. But we’ve got more opportunities than ever to explore from Earth and to see what’s ahead for future space tourists.
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Planning a road trip as gas prices reach record highs
Just as we feel safe planning for spring and summer trips, gas prices reach record highs. And they may get higher despite crude oil prices dropping at the moment, AAA says
