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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Castles and vineyards and more on a Rhine River cruise
There are about 130 passengers aboard the AmaSerena (the maximum is 164) and a very accommodating crew of 50 from around the world.
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In Scottsdale AZ, an Airbnb that exceeded expectations
We moved to a terrific Airbnb managed by the husband and wife team whose company White Grape Homes manages some 15 vacation rentals in Scottsdale AZ
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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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Happy Birthday to Me at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
The resort is not only Arizona’s largest AAA Five Diamond hotel but boasts the largest spa in Scottsdale, which is spa central with more than 50 spas.
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Cozy up with your pooch at the ARRIVE Albuquerque Hotel
Albuquerque is famous for its public art and ARRIVE Albuquerque continues that tradition with an exterior mural by Nani Chacon, a local artist.
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Museums in Amsterdam know how to engage with kids
Do a little time travel through several centuries at museums in Amsterdam that really know how to engage kids, whether we are talking art or history.
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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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In Lyon France, a hotel that meets every expectation
Lyon is at the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers (our room at the Sofitel overlooked the Rhone) and can be explored by foot, bike or on the water.
