Earth Day 2026: Dozens of Ways To Get Involved
Ready to get your hands dirty? Earth Day 2026 is April 22 with dozens of ways to get involved cleaning up our planet – and helping to make it healthier – whether you are home or traveling.
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Get ready to celebrate America’s 250th Birthday: Plenty to do and see in Washington DC
Ready to get to center stage? Not at a concert. We’re talking about America’s 250th birthday celebration.
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What if political violence upends your family’s vacation?
Registering for travel alerts, purchasing travel insurance are essential for international trips today
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What are your family vacation goals this year?
Maybe you simply want to unplug and spend some unfettered time with your family. Maybe you want to climb a mountain or visit every Major League baseball stadium.
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Celebrating women during Women’s History Month
The aim this year is to celebrate the diverse contributions of women leading sustainability efforts across environmental, economic, educational and social justice movements and at the same time empowering others to act. Exploring what women have accomplished throughout our history is a great way to start.
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Savoring an Iftar and more in Jordan during Ramadan
In Jordan, Iftar has become the way many local families break their fast during Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar observed by Muslims around the world by fasting, prayer, reflection and community
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Last minute ideas for your family spring break
You will likely find tempting deals wherever you want to go this spring season. Frontier and Southwest are among the airlines offering spring deals.
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How to find the perfect romantic getaway with or without the kids
Experts say it is important for kids to see parents have a life beyond being parents. And your getaway can be just as much an adventure for the kids, whether they are staying with grandparents, their best friends or a favorite babysitter.
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How you can participate in the Winter Olympics closer to home
There are plenty of options in North America where you can try on your winter Olympian.
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Wave Season: How to get the best cruise deals of the year
During Wave Season, the cruise lines really roll out the perks to help sweeten the deals and encourage booking. For travelers, it’s a great time to compare deals
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Kids learn about farm and ranch life at the annual Denver Stock Show
The National Western Stock Show in Denver is celebrating its 120th anniversary this year. The huge two-week event every January draws ranchers, farmers and city folk from all 50 states and 33 countries, typically more than 700,000 people.
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Bonaire: Small Caribbean island beloved by divers
Bonaire has long been known for divers as it has one of the earliest national marine parks that rings the entire coast
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Book your travel and accommodations early for the best deals
If you are hankering for a cruise, consider that January is the start of Wave Season when you can book some of the best deals of the year, with kids free, upgrades, on board credits and more.
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Let travel be part of your New Year’s resolutions
Despite the political and economic turmoil that affected family travelers in 2025, I hope you are planning family getaways for the new year.
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Bergen: The city in Norway that inspired the movie Frozen
Bergen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located on the west coast of Norway in the heart of the famous fjords
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There’s plenty to do besides skiing off the slopes
These days, heading to a snow resort offers a lot more than skiing and riding wherever you find yourself looking for some fun in the snow. And even the fittest person will likely need a day off from the slopes.
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The best holiday gifts for your favorite travelers
Holiday gifts they’ll appreciate from socks to first aid kits to merino wool garments to comfy boots…
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Family Holiday Fun on a Budget
Many of us are forgoing expensive vacations or flying this holiday season. But we could enjoy holiday traditions – or make new ones without spending a fortune by visiting a big hotel’s gingerbread display or seeing light displays at local zoos and botanic gardens.
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Where to take the kids to see the best and brightest holiday lights
The good news is there are holiday light displays in small towns, as well as big cities across the country and many are free. And for those who have had to forgo an expensive holiday vacation this year, spending the money to see the terrific holiday lights displays at local botanic gardens and zoos will not only be fun but an affordable holiday splurge.
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Wishing and helping you have a stress-free Thanksgiving
Believe me, I’ve been there – the oven that conked out Thanksgiving morning; the relative who stormed out in a huff mid-dinner; the complaints about sitting at the kids’ table
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Are you ready to score excellent travel deals over Thanksgiving weekend?
Maybe this year is the time to give travel as a holiday gift. Research suggests people now prioritize experiences over acquiring more things – 72 percent, according to a recent survey from Longwoods International.
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Food is central to the experience in Lyon France
We were at the famous Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse, the fantastic indoor food market that has been in operation since the mid-19th century, but was moved here to this sleek building in the center of the city’s business district in 1970 and is a popular stop for tourists
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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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Celebrating Halloween throughout October
Halloween events and celebrations these days have already begun in many places from theme parks to themed festivals to haunted houses and hotels.
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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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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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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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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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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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Lost empire of Cambodia at Denver Museum
Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia enables kids to design their own temple starting with rusty “red stone,” using “sandstone” for the walls and towers, adding statues and gold on the rooftops. The real towers were nearly 200 feet tall.
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How to be a respectful tourist on summer vacation
It’s tough in these cities where locals can’t find an affordable place to live, to eat, to shop in the central cities. It doesn’t help that so many tourists are blind to those concerns.
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Travel lessons learned over decades that still apply
The Wisconsin homeowner couldn’t have been nicer on the phone. First travel lesson learned. Don’t just rely on a phone call.
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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?
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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How an ambitious kid helped find King Tut
Discover how an ambitious kid helped find King Tut’s tomb in Luxor. A tale of determination and archaeology awaits on a tour of ancient Egyptian antiquities
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To an all-inclusive without kids
Experience the freedom of traveling to an all-inclusive without kids—perfect for relaxation, celebration, and adult adventures.
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Fun but frugal family summer vacations
Make the most of summer with fun but frugal family summer vacations. Create cherished moments without overspending this year amid national economic anxieties
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Pet friendly lodging is gaining favor with families
Discover why pet friendly lodging is gaining favor with families traveling with furry companions on road trips.
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Learning to cook mideast like the locals
Join a cooking class and immerse yourself in the culture by learning to cook Mideast like the locals at Beit Sitti in Amman Jordan
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Choosing the right Mothers Day gift for the traveling mom
Find the perfect Mothers Day gift for the traveling mom. Discover thoughtful options she will love and appreciate on her journeys.
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Who knew campers prefer dogs over family?
Discover why campers prefer dogs over family according to the latest camping trends report by Kampgrounds of America.
