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  • No need to dress for dinner – on a private island in Belize
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    No need to dress for dinner – on a private island in Belize

    ByEileen Ogintz January 22, 2018July 12, 2021

    When we arrive at the private island Caya Encanto, just two and a half miles from the resort town of San Pedro on Ambergris Cay, Belize’s largest island, the smiling staff is lined up to meet us

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  • Belize is home to more than 600 Maya sites and much more
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    Belize is home to more than 600 Maya sites and much more

    ByEileen Ogintz January 21, 2018July 14, 2021

    Belize, with more than 600 Maya sites, the largest concentration of Maya sites in all of Central America, is known as the Maya Heartland.

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  • Chaa Creek Lodge in Belize – home-grown adventure for all ages and budgets
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    Chaa Creek Lodge in Belize – home-grown adventure for all ages and budgets

    ByEileen Ogintz January 19, 2018July 14, 2021

    It started out as a hut, farm and campsite for backpackers. Now Chaa Creek Lodge in Belize is a resort for all ages and budgets and fulfill the vision of its founders

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  • Mini Kitchen in Wegman's Wonderplace at the Smithsonian
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    Celebrating women’s accomplishments on your next trip

    ByEileen Ogintz January 18, 2018June 29, 2023

    There is another important cue we can take from Oprah Winfrey’s words when we travel — show our kids the ways women have contributed and made a difference in our history.

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  • A Private Caribbean Island at the Renaissance Aruba Resort
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    A Private Caribbean Island at the Renaissance Aruba Resort

    ByEileen Ogintz January 15, 2018July 12, 2021

    Tourism is a big part of Aruba’s economic picture and locals aim to keep visitors satisfied. The people we encountered were overwhelmingly welcoming. The country’s slogan, “One Happy Island”, couldn’t be more appropriate.

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  • Celebrating Martin Luther King Day
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    Celebrating Martin Luther King Day

    ByEileen Ogintz January 12, 2018July 10, 2021

    As we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday this month, and African American History Month in February, there’s probably no better time to start that conversation with the kids. They’re likely studying Martin Luther King’s accomplishments in school — 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of his assassination on April 4, 1968.

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  • Stylish travel clothes – Toad & Co
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    Stylish travel clothes – Toad & Co

    ByEileen Ogintz January 11, 2018July 16, 2021

    I’m a fan of stylish travel clothes that are functional—quick drying, won’t wrinkle and wick moisture. But lately I’ve found myself reaching for my Toad&Co sweater and leggings at home too

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  • Visiting The Newly-Renovated Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
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    Visiting The Newly-Renovated Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort

    ByEileen Ogintz January 5, 2018July 6, 2021

    The Swan and Dolphin Resort just celebrated the completion of a major renovation. All 2,267 guest rooms have been refurbished along with the Dolphin lobby, grab-and-go restaurants, and more

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  • Having fun in the snow during Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month
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    Having fun in the snow during Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month

    ByEileen Ogintz January 4, 2018July 2, 2023

    Sometimes it’s a good idea to let the pros lead the way — especially with so many enticing deals during Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month

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  • New Year Getaway: SeaDust Cancun Family Resort For Your 2018 Travel Bucket List
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    New Year Getaway: SeaDust Cancun Family Resort For Your 2018 Travel Bucket List

    ByEileen Ogintz January 3, 2018July 10, 2021

    The brand new SeaDust Cancun Family Resort reopened its doors to guests late last summer. The property boasts tropical vistas, the sandy white beaches that Cancun is renowned for

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  • Adventure travel tragedy in Costa Rica
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    Adventure travel tragedy in Costa Rica

    ByEileen Ogintz January 2, 2018July 5, 2021

    I’m so sorry for all those who died and all those who are grieving their loss. I’m also sorry for the fallout this is bound to have for Backroads, as well as for Costa Rica

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  • Best Tips for a Family Cruise… Eileen on WGN Radio Chicago
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    Best Tips for a Family Cruise… Eileen on WGN Radio Chicago

    ByEileen Ogintz January 2, 2018July 16, 2021

    On WGN Radio (720 in Chicago)… Eileen Ogintz’s Best Tips for a Family Cruise!

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  • Crystal Caves: Bermuda’s Underground Treasure Chest
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    Crystal Caves: Bermuda’s Underground Treasure Chest

    ByEileen Ogintz January 2, 2018July 7, 2021

    While Bermuda offers plenty of above ground pleasures are wonderfully worthy, Bermuda’s don’t-miss family attraction is actually hidden underground

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  • Spending New Year’s with the whales in Antarctica
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    Spending New Year’s with the whales in Antarctica

    ByEileen Ogintz December 28, 2017July 16, 2021

    Everyone is busy getting ready for the black-tie New Year’s Eve bash. Here in Antarctica, it’s a giant penguin party, of course. Whales are invited too

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  • Gawking at giant gingerbread creations
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    Gawking at giant gingerbread creations

    ByEileen Ogintz December 21, 2017July 10, 2021

    Wherever you find yourself this holiday season, you are likely to discover ever bigger and elaborate gingerbread structures to inspire your home creations

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  • Holiday gifts for your favorite little traveler (and big ones, too)
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    Holiday gifts for your favorite little traveler (and big ones, too)

    ByEileen Ogintz December 14, 2017July 5, 2021

    Many think gift cards are the holiday-gift-of-last-resort, but when the card is chosen wisely, it just might turn out to be the most appreciated gift of the season

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  • Travel Industry Analysts Say Millennial Parents Are Key To Marketing
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    Travel Industry Analysts Say Millennial Parents Are Key To Marketing

    ByEileen Ogintz December 11, 2017July 16, 2021

    Travel Marketers should be paying special attention to millennial families as well as kids, especially on social media channels, according to new research presented at the 6th Annual TMS Family Travel Conference

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  • Our special place — Curtain Bluff Resort on Antigua
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    Our special place — Curtain Bluff Resort on Antigua

    ByEileen Ogintz December 11, 2017July 16, 2021

    “This is our special place,” said Gwen Larder. I get it. We honeymooned here 35 years ago and have returned 5 times. Curtain Bluff is our special place too.

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  • A day trip off Antigua’s beaches on a 65-foot catamaran
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    A day trip off Antigua’s beaches on a 65-foot catamaran

    ByEileen Ogintz December 10, 2017July 16, 2021

    We are on board the Mystic II, a 65-foot Catamaran sailing around a portion of the Antigua coast –a Tropical Adventures day trip popular with the many cruisers coming to Antigua.

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  • Returning to Curtain Bluff, still small and elegant after 55 years
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    Returning to Curtain Bluff, still small and elegant after 55 years

    ByEileen Ogintz December 8, 2017July 12, 2021

    Thirty-five years ago, we sat on the beach at a small Caribbean resort drinking champagne left from our wedding and talked about the kids we would have.

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