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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
The plusses and minuses of family reunions
Yhe YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, CO surrounded on three sides by Rocky Mountain National Park and set on more than 800 acres is very popular for reunions
Theme Parks Are Rocking This Summer
American travelers are planning to stay closer to home. And nearly American lives within driving distance of a theme park.
16 summer festivals guaranteed to please
Make the most of summer with 16 festivals guaranteed to please, whether you love outdoor concerts or local food festivals.
Plenty of ways to honor traveling dads
Celebrate traveling dads this Father’s Day with plenty of ways to honor their unique travel styles and adventures.