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  • The great American family holiday – on a dude ranch
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    The great American family holiday – on a dude ranch

    ByEileen Ogintz March 25, 2017June 28, 2023

    There can be plenty of time in the saddle when you take the kids to a dude ranch. But these days, there’s plenty else to do. In fact, ranch goers acknowledge, they often spend less time riding than they expected because of so many other activities and so much land to explore.

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  • Eileen in NY Times – entertaining kids on the road
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    Eileen in NY Times – entertaining kids on the road

    ByEileen Ogintz March 24, 2017July 16, 2021

    Eileen offers tips for keeping children entertained on road trips in The New York Times

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  • A Quick Spring Getaway to Aspen
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    A Quick Spring Getaway to Aspen

    ByEileen Ogintz March 23, 2017July 14, 2021

    Hank and I went on short spring getaway to Aspen. Although only 12 miles as the bird-flies from where we live in Crested Butte, in the winter it takes about 4 hours to drive around the mountains.

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  • Montreal Celebrates 375th Anniversary
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    Montreal Celebrates 375th Anniversary

    ByEileen Ogintz March 20, 2017July 14, 2021

    In 2017, the city of Montreal is celebrating its 375th anniversary, and the festivities run all year long! With activities ranging from festivals, shows and more, there is always something new to explore

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  • On the Russian River in Sonoma County CA
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    On the Russian River in Sonoma County CA

    ByEileen Ogintz March 16, 2017July 14, 2021

    We’re kayaking in the mouth of the Russian River in Jenner, CA as one harbor seal after another pops up his head. We see Egrets, Great Blue Herons, Ospreys with fish in their mouths, going to their nests presumably.

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  • Keeping kids water safe on cruise ships over spring break
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    Keeping kids water safe on cruise ships over spring break

    ByEileen Ogintz March 16, 2017July 10, 2021

    It’s easy — far too easy — to lose track of kids in a crowded pool, especially on a big cruise ship. Drownings happen silently in a matter of seconds. How to keep them safe.

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  • Sonoma County CA: a foodie paradise
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    Sonoma County CA: a foodie paradise

    ByEileen Ogintz March 15, 2017May 13, 2024

    There are about 500 restaurants in Sonoma County—places to get fresh crab and sandwiches on just-baked bread, freshly made soup and all varieties of cheese.

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  • Three days in Sonoma County – a birthday treat at a special spa
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    Three days in Sonoma County – a birthday treat at a special spa

    ByEileen Ogintz March 14, 2017July 14, 2021

    I’m soaking in a natural thermal pool that’s heated to more than 90 degrees. Even better, the setting couldn’t be more bucolic—flowering shrubs all around. We’re at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn Willow Stream Spa,

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  • Eileen in the Media

    Eileen interviewed by Reward Expert.com

    ByEileen Ogintz March 14, 2017July 16, 2021

    Eileen is interviewed by Rewardexpert.com

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  • Tips and pleasures for late season snow fun on and off the slopes
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    Tips and pleasures for late season snow fun on and off the slopes

    ByEileen Ogintz March 9, 2017July 10, 2021

    Wherever you opt to ski this spring break, expect plenty of sunshine, great deals and packages, even at the poshest resorts.

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