Heading to the mountains for the fall colors and festivals
If your kids aren’t in school yet, or you are empty-nesters, late summer and fall is a great time to get away, especially to mountain towns.
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When unforeseen events disrupt your travel plans
Whatever the circumstance that has derailed your trip, it’s key to remain calm and explain what has happened to the kids
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Getting ready for the next big solar eclipse
The three states with the largest population inside the path of the annular solar eclipse are Texas, New Mexico, and Oregon
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A fall getaway with or without the kids
Whether for a long weekend hiking and biking trip amid changing leaves or a longer break, perhaps overseas
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Take the family out to a fall festival or two near you
If you can’t make it to Munich, Fredericksburg, Texas, considers itself the polka capital of the Lone Star State
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Go See Washington’s Giant Pandas While You Still Can
During a 9-day celebration, visitors can dive into free panda-themed fun, including hashtag-worthy photo backdrops, hands-on arts and crafts
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Playgrounds can be as important as museums when traveling with kids
If you are lucky, you’ll discover playgrounds offering unique experiences and challenges. Take San Francisco for example
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Heading to the mountains for the fall colors and festivals
If your kids aren’t in school yet, or you are empty-nesters, late summer and fall is a great time to get away, especially to mountain towns.
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When a grown daughter and her pooch join the fun
SLO has bountiful outdoor space, dozens of Central Coast wineries, public art, great restaurants and dog-friendly lodgings
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A very family friendly dude ranch in Southern Wyoming
There are scavenger hunts, horseback rides, treasure hunts, while grown-ups enjoy a five-course farm-to-table meal at the Cheyenne Club
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Grown-ups going out to play and out their comfort zones on a whitewater raft trip
There are 22 of us on this bona-fide adults-only adventure. The group includes five former guides. Most of us have been on rafting trips
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How to a visit to a National Park without stressing out
When you visit any of the national parks, there are some easy hacks to make your first visit with kids easier, more fun and less stressful.
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The “Daddy of ’em All” in Cheyenne Wyoming
Frontier Days, celebrating its 107th year, attracts a half-million people to see championship bull riding, country music stars and much more
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Who knew Vail CO could be a value destination for families?
Summer rates begin at $159 and there are plenty of free activities as well as memory-making adventures at the top of the mountain
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Inflation is squeezing summer vacations but don’t give up!
I’m talking about the always difficult conversation about vacation finances and how much the kids can spend on souvenirs and snacks
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Theme parks and swimming pools; camping trips, city sights and a history lesson!
This summer, you can effortlessly inject a little American history with the fun, even if the Independence Day celebrations are over.
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How to cope with yet-another holiday air travel mess
Sad that this is what we need to consider as we plan for summer vacation — for many the first “big” trip since before the pandemic
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Keeping the kids safe on vacation this summer
Uou want to kick back. It’s summer vacation, after all. But the reality is when you are vacationing with kids, you need to be extra vigilant.
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Fifteen-plus festivals to brighten your summer
Some last just a few days; others all summer. Some are free, others can be pricey. You will find them all over the world. Meet the locals!
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Think outside the box for the dads who like to travel
How you can give dad things he could use on his next Great Adventure or vacation. Maybe a tennis or golf lesson? A cooking class?
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Why you should include museums in your summer plans
Whether it’s a rainy day, or too much sun, or you want the kids to learn something on vacation, you won’t go wrong with a museum visit
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Where are your summer adventures going to take you?
The economy is uncertain; air travel delays add stress, but AAA reports that 42.3 million Americans are expected to travel for Memorial Day
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Camping, RVing, or Glamping this summer?
Camping now accounts for one-third of the leisure travel market with campers spending more than $52 billion last year.
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Touring Alaska far from the crowds but close to wildlife
Our small UnCruise ship, known for Alaska wilderness experiences, enabled us to kayak and hike away from crowds, but get close to the bears
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What Moms and Grandmoms Really want for Mothers Day
They will tell you they’d prefer a little time for themselves – sleeping late, time for a leisurely bath or at the gym.
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Virgin Voyages: No kids but a lot of families
The cruise line just swept all five awards in the Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards, the first brand to do so
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Take the Family To a National Park During Parks Week
National Park Week, April 22 through April 30, is a nine-day celebration of everything “parks.” Entrance fees will be waived on April 22
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How families can travel more sustainably
Got your reusable water bottle? That’s one of the easiest things you can do to reduce your environmental footprint when you are traveling.
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Washington DC is a perfect family destination anytime
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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Playgrounds or museums? It’s not a competition
New York Ccity is full of museums, zoos, as well as playgrounds. “Go to the parks, they are always relaxing,” suggested Sam, 13
