Skip to content
Facebook Instagram Pinterest
Taking The Kids
  • DESTINATIONS
  • GETTING THERE
  • BEST OF TAKING THE KIDS
  • TRAVEL POWERED BY
  • TRAVEL TIPS AND TRICKS
  • SEASONAL TRAVEL GUIDES
  • FOOD AND DINING
  • COOL TRAVEL GEAR
  • WEEKLY COLUMN
  • BEACH VACATIONS
  • BACKYARD VACATIONS
  • TRAVEL DIARIES
  • FAMILIES & GROUPS
Taking The Kids

Bags Packed?

Adventure Starts Here.

Every journey brings you closer to new places, to people you love, to family, and to yourself. Let’s make your next escape unforgettable.

About Us
  • In Jamaica, a man on a mission to promote tourism
    Beach Vacations | Destinations | Families & Groups | Travel Diaries | Volunteer & Service

    In Jamaica, a man on a mission to promote tourism

    ByEileen Ogintz November 22, 2011July 16, 2021

    Wolde Kristos is a man with a mission—and a vision. He hopes to bring the sleepy Jamaican town of Bluefields Bay into the 21st century—tourist wise.

    Read More In Jamaica, a man on a mission to promote tourismContinue

  • Interviewed by a Gnome!
    Eileen in the Media

    Interviewed by a Gnome!

    ByEileen Ogintz November 21, 2011July 16, 2021

    Eileen is interviewed by Travelocity’s Roaming Gnome on the Window Seat Blog

    Read More Interviewed by a Gnome!Continue

  • Exploring the area around Bluefields Bay in Jamaica
    Beach Vacations | Destinations | Families & Groups | Lodging | Parks & Outdoors | Travel Diaries

    Exploring the area around Bluefields Bay in Jamaica

    ByEileen Ogintz November 21, 2011July 16, 2021

    Our driver Percy Baldwin first takes us to the Black River—at 44 miles the longest navigable river in Jamaica. We’re only going to cruise for about an hour down the pristine river where Crocodiles and birds live and mangroves grow.

    Read More Exploring the area around Bluefields Bay in JamaicaContinue

  • A holiday tale: grandma’s house and travel insurance
    Destinations | Families & Groups | Getting There | Taking the Kids Blogs

    A holiday tale: grandma’s house and travel insurance

    ByEileen Ogintz November 21, 2011July 17, 2021

    See how many travel preparation errors you can spot in this holiday tale, then check your answers and find out how things might have gone more smoothly at InsureMyTrip.com.

    Read More A holiday tale: grandma’s house and travel insuranceContinue

  • Bluefields Bay Jamaica — an unresort-like resort
    Beach Vacations | Destinations | Families & Groups | Food and Dining | Lodging | Travel Diaries

    Bluefields Bay Jamaica — an unresort-like resort

    ByEileen Ogintz November 18, 2011July 16, 2021

    Welcome to Bluefields Bay Villas—the most unresort-like resort I’ve ever visited — in Jamaica, about an hour and 15 minut4es drive from Montego Bay in the small community of Bluefields Bay.

    Read More Bluefields Bay Jamaica — an unresort-like resortContinue

  • Surviving the Relatives This Thanksgiving
    Backyard Vacations | Families & Groups | Weekly Column

    Surviving the Relatives This Thanksgiving

    ByEileen Ogintz November 17, 2011July 16, 2021

    Honestly, I don’t know how we all do it over the holidays — with a smile no less — even when the guests are oh-so-annoying, the visiting toddler grinds cracker crumbs into the carpet, the tween refuses to eat anything she’s served and the uncle falls asleep on the couch, snoring loudly.

    Read More Surviving the Relatives This ThanksgivingContinue

  • Silverton Mountain is not your typical ski resort
    Parks & Outdoors | Snow Vacations | Taking the Kids Blogs

    Silverton Mountain is not your typical ski resort

    ByEileen Ogintz November 13, 2011July 5, 2021

    This isn’t any ski resort. For one thing, there is only one lift and no bathrooms–just an outhouse. Apres ski means a beer or a coke in the chilly tent that serves as a base lodge. It’s heated by a wood stove.

    Read More Silverton Mountain is not your typical ski resortContinue

  • When a hotel is more than just a place to sleep
    Destinations | Families & Groups | Food and Dining | Lodging | Weekly Column

    When a hotel is more than just a place to sleep

    ByEileen Ogintz November 10, 2011July 16, 2021

    Where you sleep, eat breakfast and meet other travelers, after all, can be just as memorable as what you’ve seen that day and that doesn’t necessarily mean the hotel has to be the most expensive one in town either. It could be a hostel, or even a tent…

    Read More When a hotel is more than just a place to sleepContinue

  • There’s more to Puerto Rico than the beaches
    Beach Vacations | Destinations | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors | Taking the Kids Blogs | Volunteer & Service

    There’s more to Puerto Rico than the beaches

    ByEileen Ogintz November 7, 2011July 10, 2021

    It is pitch black and we are kayaking through red mangroves, trying to dodge the roots, on our way to the Bioluminescent Bay Laguana Grande at Las Croabas, Fajardo in Puerto Rico—one of three on the island, I learn from our guide Joel from GSI Adventures.

    Read More There’s more to Puerto Rico than the beachesContinue

  • Have grown-up kids, will travel
    Eileen in the Media

    Have grown-up kids, will travel

    ByEileen Ogintz November 4, 2011July 16, 2021

    Eileen’s guest blog “Traveling with Grown-up Kids” now posted on Four Seasons’ Have Family Will Travel

    Read More Have grown-up kids, will travelContinue

Page navigation

Previous PagePrevious 1 … 352 353 354 355 356 … 420 Next PageNext

Explore Freely, Travel Smart

Inspiring Places
READ MORE
Travel Better
READ MORE
Dining Destinations
READ MORE
Traveler Stories
READ MORE

POPULAR NOW

The Georgia Backroad Locals Say You Should Never Drive After Dark

Deep in the Georgia mountains, there’s a road that locals whisper about when the sun starts to set. GA-180, known as Wolf Pen Gap Road,…

9 North Carolina Restaurants That Stay Packed Without Ever Advertising

North Carolina hides some of the best food secrets in the South, and you won’t find them on billboards or flashy commercials. These restaurants don’t…

This Hidden California Lake Might Be The State’s Prettiest Secret

California is packed with popular lakes that draw massive crowds every summer. But what if you could find a place where the water sparkles like…

Pennsylvania’s Forgotten Park, Frozen In Time

Deep in Pennsylvania’s woodlands lies a place where history whispers through overgrown paths and crumbling stone foundations. Rock Point Park Natural Area once thrived as…

Haven’t Found Your Dream Destination Yet?

Still deciding where to go? Let us help you with handpicked ideas for unique destinations, outdoor escapes, and culinary delights.
  • Escape & Recharge
  • Lost In Nature
  • Flavorful Escapes

Where To Go Next

Browse through a selection of travel ideas for cities, countries, and unique regions that offer memorable experiences for every type of traveler.

The Pennsylvania Ridge Village That Feels Like A Forgotten Storybook Setting

The California Cliffside Village With Sunsets Locals Don’t Want Tourists Crowding

The Pennsylvania Coal Country Town Slowly Turning Into A Traveler’s Secret Spot

The Pennsylvania Countryside Village That Locals Call Their Quiet Retreat

Browse All Travel Spots

Nature’s Retreat

Escape to the outdoors where lush parks, scenic trails, and serene natural retreats provide the space to relax, recharge, and experience the world in its purest form.

Why Locals In This Pennsylvania Small Town Won’t Tell You About Its Secret Waterfall

Why Locals In This Idaho Town Don’t Want You To Know About Its Hot Springs

This Unique Pennsylvania Bridge With A Backstory You Won’t Believe

This Forgotten New York Fishing Lake Is A Quiet Mountain Escape Waiting To Be Found

Start Your Outdoor Adventure

Plates Worth The Trip

Every destination has its own flavor. Let the food take you on a journey through local traditions, and unforgettable meals.

13 Washington Seafood Hotspots You Have To Book Before They Disappear

This Texas Drive-In’s Ground Beef Taco Will Live Rent-Free In Your Mind

The Texas Small Town Where Barbecue Lines Start Before Sunrise

10 Hole-In-The-Wall Breakfast Taverns In Virginia Locals Quietly Love

Browse Dining Options

The Seasonal Edit

See what’s trending for travelers this time of year.

10 Michigan December Getaways Locals Return To Year After Year

Michigan transforms into a winter wonderland every December, offering cozy towns and snowy adventures that locals can’t resist visiting again and again. From charming…
Read More 10 Michigan December Getaways Locals Return To Year After Year

13 Pennsylvania Small-Town Getaways That Turn Magical In December

12 North Carolina Day Trips That Make November The Best Time To Explore

10 Florida Escapes That Combine Sandy Shores With November Fall Charm

Stay Connected With Us

Catch up on the latest travel tips, adventures, and inspirations. Follow us on our social media platforms to connect, share your experiences, and never miss an exciting update!

About Us | Privacy Policy | Terms | Contact

© 2025 Taking The Kids

  • DESTINATIONS
  • GETTING THERE
  • BEST OF TAKING THE KIDS
  • TRAVEL POWERED BY
  • TRAVEL TIPS AND TRICKS
  • SEASONAL TRAVEL GUIDES
  • FOOD AND DINING
  • COOL TRAVEL GEAR
  • WEEKLY COLUMN
  • BEACH VACATIONS
  • BACKYARD VACATIONS
  • TRAVEL DIARIES
  • FAMILIES & GROUPS
Search