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    Native American Heritage Festival in MO Ozarks Sept 27-28

    ByEileen Ogintz September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

    Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium in Springfield MO will host the free two-day festival

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    New ski movie Pressure Drop premiers in Denver

    ByAndy Yemma September 23, 2025September 22, 2025

    Pressure Drop is an homage to three decades of jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring ski and snowboard film-making

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    Las Vegas Kicks Off The Fabulous 5-Day Sale

    ByEileen Ogintz September 22, 2025September 22, 2025

    From Sept. 22–26, travelers can access over 100 unique deals featured in The Fabulous 5-Day Sale

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    Free National Public Lands admission Sept 27

    ByEileen Ogintz September 22, 2025September 18, 2025

    Did you know that National Public Lands Day, established in 1994, is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort?

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    New virtual Niagara Falls experience is open

    ByEileen Ogintz September 21, 2025September 16, 2025

    The immersive, sensory-rich attraction uses the latest advancements in drone technology and a massive 180-degree domed screen to take passengers on a thrilling 56-kilometre journey

    Read More New virtual Niagara Falls experience is openContinue

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    Night at the Museum returns to NYC

    ByEileen Ogintz September 20, 2025September 16, 2025

    The sleepovers offer a unique and unforgettable experience for guests to explore the Museum after dark before drifting off to sleep underneath the Blue Whale or surrounded by other iconic Museum exhibits

    Read More Night at the Museum returns to NYCContinue

  • Essential Items To Bring When Hiking With Your Kids
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    Essential Items To Bring When Hiking With Your Kids

    ByEileen Ogintz September 19, 2025September 19, 2025

    Pack smart for your next family hiking adventure. Consider the essential gear, safety items, and age-specific tips to keep kids happy and safe on the trail.

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    Climate week NYC at American Museum of Natural History

    ByEileen Ogintz September 19, 2025September 18, 2025

    Eight of the Museum’s dioramas across three historic exhibition halls will be transformed through large-scale graphics and interactive media to highlight the effects of climate change

    Read More Climate week NYC at American Museum of Natural HistoryContinue

  • Northern Lights we saw on our recent Hurtigruten expedition in Norway
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    Fall getaways for new empty nesters

    ByEileen Ogintz September 18, 2025December 5, 2025

    Whether you are a solo parent or a couple, you deserve to reward yourselves for making it this far.

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    Magic of Jack O’Lanterns returns to Denver

    ByEileen Ogintz September 18, 2025September 16, 2025

    The event celebrates its fifth year of glowing Halloween magic with more than 7,000 hand-carved pumpkins, expanded trails, and brand-new interactive features

    Read More Magic of Jack O’Lanterns returns to DenverContinue

  • 5 Easy Outdoor Weekend Getaways for Families
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    5 Easy Outdoor Weekend Getaways for Families

    ByEileen Ogintz September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

    Discover 5 budget-friendly weekend destinations perfect for families. From Shenandoah National Park to the Catskills—adventure awaits closer than you think.

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    Fall festivities at Chicago’s Brookfield Zoo

    ByEileen Ogintz September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

    The zoo will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends until the start of Holiday Magic on November 21

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    Child seat safety declines after age 3 according to AAA analysis

    ByAndy Yemma September 16, 2025September 11, 2025

    A troubling trend persists: child seat use declines after a child turns three, despite the continued need for these safety devices.

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  • 8 Tips for Mastering Leaf Peeping in the Northeast
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    8 Tips for Mastering Leaf Peeping in the Northeast

    ByEileen Ogintz September 15, 2025September 15, 2025

    From Vermont’s sugar maples blazing red along winding country roads, to the Adirondacks’ golden tamaracks reflecting in pristine mountain lakes, the spectacle is breathtaking – but fleeting.

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    National Park Service wants your advice!

    ByEileen Ogintz September 15, 2025September 11, 2025

    The National Park Service is seeking public input to help identify ways to improve visitor services in national parks.

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    Universal Orlando Volcano Bay Nights through Halloween

    ByAndy Yemma September 14, 2025September 11, 2025

    Running every Friday through October 31, the exclusive, limited-capacity event features access to Volcano Bay’s popular attractions, live entertainment and – new for the fall season – appearances by Scooby-Doo and the Gang .

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    Museum of the American Revolution living history in Philadelphia

    ByEileen Ogintz September 13, 2025September 11, 2025

    The Museum of the American Revolution’s new living history interpretation event Revolutionary Philadelphia: 1775 will explore this on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 2., 2025, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  

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  • Fall decor at Fairmont Mission Inn and Spa
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    Our annual guide to the best fall festivals, events, destinations

    ByEileen Ogintz September 12, 2025October 5, 2025

    Fall is a great time to stay on budget whether you want to take the kids apple picking and leaf peeping. You can head to many (mostly) free festivals. And, if you’re an empty nester, you could do a trip to Europe when fares are lower, and summer crowds have gone.

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    Kids Free San Diego throughout October

    ByEileen Ogintz September 12, 2025September 11, 2025

    This October, families visiting San Diego can save up to $1,000 by taking advantage of Kids Free San Diego deals across the region.  

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  • Castles and vineyards and more on a Rhine River cruise
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    Castles and vineyards and more on a Rhine River cruise

    ByEileen Ogintz September 11, 2025December 5, 2025

    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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    Colorado Ski Country USA expands kids passport program

    ByEileen Ogintz September 11, 2025September 10, 2025

    With the addition of grades K through 2 to the program, the Ski Passport now welcomes all elementary-aged children—grades K–6—to experience the joy of skiing and snowboarding

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    Perth Scotland’s Cultural Heart Celebrates 125 Years

    ByEileen Ogintz September 10, 2025September 3, 2025

    Perth Theatre celebrates its 125th anniversary, while Perth Concert Hall marks 20 years as one of Europe’s most admired modern venues

    Read More Perth Scotland’s Cultural Heart Celebrates 125 YearsContinue

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    Elvis Presley’s Graceland Opens Two New Exhibits

    ByEileen Ogintz September 9, 2025August 27, 2025

    Controversial Colonel Parker’s World of Showbusiness and Graceland in Red 1974

    Read More Elvis Presley’s Graceland Opens Two New ExhibitsContinue

  • Pool and patio area at Airbnb Scottsdale
    Destinations | Families & Groups | Lodging | Travel Diaries

    In Scottsdale AZ, an Airbnb that exceeded expectations

    ByEileen Ogintz September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

    We moved to a terrific Airbnb managed by the husband and wife team whose company White Grape Homes manages some 15 vacation rentals in Scottsdale AZ

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    Telluride Autumn Classic for car enthusiasts Sept 25-27

    ByEileen Ogintz September 8, 2025August 27, 2025

    The annual 3-day festival amid Southwestern Colorado’s San Juan mountains brings together car enthusiasts of all makes and models

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    Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin hotel to open in French Alps

    ByEileen Ogintz September 7, 2025August 27, 2025

    Located in a prime spot in Courchevel 1850, one of the world’s most sought-after ski destinations

    Read More Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin hotel to open in French AlpsContinue

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    Sunset Pier Walks back at Birch Aquarium San Diego

    ByEileen Ogintz September 6, 2025August 27, 2025

    This 90-minute guided adventure offers rare access to the Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier — typically closed to the public — and features hands-on science activities

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    Free kids admission Kennedy Space Center in September

    ByEileen Ogintz September 5, 2025September 3, 2025

    Throughout September, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offers FREE, one-day admission to kids ages 3 – 11 as part of “Future Voyagers Month.”

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  • The world is scary enough.  Here’s a fun fall Pumpkin Patch train ride
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    The world is scary enough.  Here’s a fun fall Pumpkin Patch train ride

    ByAndy Yemma September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

    Join in the fun and ride behind a century-old steam engine full of games, pumpkins, beautiful scenery, vintage trains, and more! 

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  • Take the family out to a fall festival near you
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    Take the family out to a fall festival near you

    ByEileen Ogintz September 4, 2025December 5, 2025

    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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