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  • Sunglasses from Spyder keep down the sun and snow glare anywhere
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    Sunglasses from Spyder keep down the sun and snow glare anywhere

    ByEileen Ogintz December 15, 2020July 16, 2021

    These sunglasses from Spyder keep down the glare of snow and sun for anyone who skis, boards, XCs, snowshoes or is just out for a winter walk.

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  • Ski Mitts and gloves from Mountain Hardwear feature latest technology
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    Ski Mitts and gloves from Mountain Hardwear feature latest technology

    ByEileen Ogintz December 15, 2020July 16, 2021

    These mitts and gloves from Mountain Hardwear meet every expectation for skiing, boarding, XC, and snowshoeing on the coldest days.

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  • Taking the kids: Missing the cheer of the Europe’s Christmas markets
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    Taking the kids: Missing the cheer of the Europe’s Christmas markets

    ByEileen Ogintz December 10, 2020July 10, 2021

    Germany normally has some 2,500 holiday markets Most are canceled or virtual this year and no one is cruising

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  • 20+ holiday gifts for travelers that they can use at home this strange holiday season
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    20+ holiday gifts for travelers that they can use at home this strange holiday season

    ByEileen Ogintz December 3, 2020March 10, 2022

    As public health officials urge us to stay put this holiday season, I was thinking about how much fun it could be to whip up some of those dishes or drinks we enjoyed on travels past

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  • What is Japan famous for?
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    What is Japan famous for?

    ByEileen Ogintz November 27, 2020February 12, 2024

    One of the best things about Japanese culture is unquestionably the food, but the country is also well known internationally for a variety of other products such as robotics, computers and electronics, and unique artwork.

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  • Lighting up your holidays, safely, 12 new drive-thru displays
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    Lighting up your holidays, safely, 12 new drive-thru displays

    ByEileen Ogintz November 27, 2020July 10, 2021

    There are plenty of socially distanced options at zoos, botanic gardens and museums across the country, though you need to make reservations and purchase tickets in advance

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    Remember This About Keeping Kids Entertained On Road Trips

    ByEileen Ogintz November 24, 2020February 13, 2024

    The most important thing to remember about keeping kids entertained on road trips is that every single child is different.

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  • Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals on maintenance free air purifiers
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    Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals on maintenance free air purifiers

    ByEileen Ogintz November 19, 2020February 13, 2024

    Save big on maintenance free air purifiers from AirFree during Preview, Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales

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  • Fun in the snow, despite COVID-19
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    Fun in the snow, despite COVID-19

    ByEileen Ogintz November 19, 2020July 16, 2021

    Ski resorts hope that just as Americans flocked to the mountains to enjoy the outdoors safely this summer, they will this winter too and with remote school and learning, may opt to stay longer

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  • 10-plus Black Friday travel deals worth considering for 2021
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    10-plus Black Friday travel deals worth considering for 2021

    ByEileen Ogintz November 12, 2020July 2, 2023

    As the holidays approach, there’s no better time to think about where we want to go next, once it is safe. Cheer up the family by planning a trip for next year

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  • BLACK FRIDAY/ CYBER MONDAY — 49 travel deals for 2021
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    BLACK FRIDAY/ CYBER MONDAY — 49 travel deals for 2021

    ByEileen Ogintz November 9, 2020July 7, 2021

    With promising news on the vaccine front, this is an opportune time to book great travel deals for 2021. Black Friday/Cyber Monday (Nov. 27 & 30) traditionally offer some of the best deals of the year

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  • Utah’s Alta Lodge Welcomes Generations of Skiers with Free Kids Programs
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    Utah’s Alta Lodge Welcomes Generations of Skiers with Free Kids Programs

    ByEileen Ogintz November 5, 2020May 9, 2022

    Alta Lodge has long hosted generations of skiers on family ski vacations in Utah. Family time on and off the slopes is at the core of who we are.

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  • What about family Thanksgiving gatherings this year?
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    What about family Thanksgiving gatherings this year?

    ByEileen Ogintz November 5, 2020July 10, 2021

    I’d give anything for a traditional Thanksgiving, all hassles included. This pandemic, of course, has made us all rethink holiday planning and traditions

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  • Planning for ski season during the pandemic
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    Planning for ski season during the pandemic

    ByEileen Ogintz October 29, 2020December 5, 2021

    Many ski areas will open before Thanksgiving, promising to be ready with additional pandemic protocols to keep us safe.

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  • Professional advice on Preparing for a Pandemic Holiday Season
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    Professional advice on Preparing for a Pandemic Holiday Season

    ByEileen Ogintz October 27, 2020December 5, 2021

    Is it safe to even get together? What do we do if families aren’t on the same page about public health guidelines? How do we decide what is the right thing to do?

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  • To Olympic City USA
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    To Olympic City USA

    ByEileen Ogintz October 22, 2020July 10, 2021

    Welcome to the new 60,000-square-foot U.S Olympic and Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs, Colorado, located at the base of Pikes Peak

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  • Overcoming physical disability and discrimination: The true stories of a new spy thriller
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    Overcoming physical disability and discrimination: The true stories of a new spy thriller

    ByEileen Ogintz October 19, 2020October 4, 2023

    A new IFC movie, A Call to Spy, celebrates the accomplishments and bravery of the young women who were enlisted as spies by Winston Churchill’s Special Operations Executive during World War II

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  • Steak, lobster, chicken, trout: Gourmet fare at a dude ranch in Colorado Springs
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    Steak, lobster, chicken, trout: Gourmet fare at a dude ranch in Colorado Springs

    ByAndy Yemma October 18, 2020November 10, 2025

    By Eileen Ogintz COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — We are at over 8,000 feet up a steep gravel road from Colorado Springs in the Pike National…

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  • The Ranch at Emerald Valley – history, charm, family-central by The Broadmoor
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    The Ranch at Emerald Valley – history, charm, family-central by The Broadmoor

    ByEileen Ogintz October 18, 2020October 4, 2023

    Today, all that is left of the Nanny’s cabin is the foundation and a huge stone fireplace after a fire many years ago. Camp Vigil is now The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley.

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  • Taking the kids – and leaf-peeping safely
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    Taking the kids – and leaf-peeping safely

    ByEileen Ogintz October 17, 2020July 16, 2021

    Whenever you head out to unfamiliar climes, you need to be prepared for the unexpected — a tumble on the trail, a rainstorm, a road so bumpy it leaves the back seat passengers queasy

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  • 10 Tips to Plan the Perfect Ski Trip with your Kids
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    10 Tips to Plan the Perfect Ski Trip with your Kids

    ByEileen Ogintz October 13, 2020June 29, 2022

    Nothing beats a good ski trip, it involves adventure, fun and it gives you a chance to connect with your family and mentor them.

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  • Dreaming of a Sustainable Trip to Norway In 2021
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    Dreaming of a Sustainable Trip to Norway In 2021

    ByEileen Ogintz October 13, 2020July 6, 2021

    We might not have been doing much traveling this year with our families because of Covid-19, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start bookmarking some of our favorite spaces and places for 2021.

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  • A quick fall getaway to Vail. Forget something? The Antlers can substitute most anything
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    A quick fall getaway to Vail. Forget something? The Antlers can substitute most anything

    ByEileen Ogintz October 9, 2020July 16, 2021

    Unlike most rental condos, The Antlers at Vail come equipped with aluminum foil, plastic wrap and containers, a fully equipped kitchen and more. The location also can’t be beat—at the Lionshead base area a short walk on a pedestrian path from Vail Village.

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  • 10 ways to celebrate Halloween safely in these strange times
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    10 ways to celebrate Halloween safely in these strange times

    ByEileen Ogintz October 8, 2020July 8, 2021

    This will be a different Halloween experience with virtual or socially distant outdoor costume parades, face coverings, socially distant trick or treating, frequent hand washing and the necessity to sanitize treats, if trick or treating is allowed at all

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  • Fall road trip: exploring Utah’s Grand Staircase
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    Fall road trip: exploring Utah’s Grand Staircase

    ByEileen Ogintz October 1, 2020July 6, 2021

    We’re looking at the famous tall, red and pink hued Hoodoo rock formations in Bryce Canyon National Park in southern Utah

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  • Hemp blend socks from Royal Robbins
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    Hemp blend socks from Royal Robbins

    ByEileen Ogintz September 29, 2020July 16, 2021

    We walk and hike a lot, and like socks that are lightweight, wick away moisture and don’t bunch up inside our shoes.

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  • Coffee on the go from Wacaco
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    Coffee on the go from Wacaco

    ByEileen Ogintz September 29, 2020July 16, 2021

    Whether you’re on a road trip, camping or around the house, you can enjoy your favorite flavors of coffee with these products from Wacaco. Just bring your own grounds and hot water.

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  • Sailing the BVI: stopping for lobsters in Anegada on a chartered catamaran
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    Sailing the BVI: stopping for lobsters in Anegada on a chartered catamaran

    ByEileen Ogintz September 25, 2020February 13, 2024

    We’ve been sailing around the BVI on a chartered catamaran. We sail to Anegada for the lobsters as well as the beautiful empty, wind-swept beaches

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  • A bucket list in the U.S. that few take
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    A bucket list in the U.S. that few take

    ByEileen Ogintz September 24, 2020July 10, 2021

    With cruises and many trips canceled, national parks have been jammed, but not on the Colorado River deep in the Grand Canyon.

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  • 12 must-haves for gearing up for a fall outdoor adventure
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    12 must-haves for gearing up for a fall outdoor adventure

    ByEileen Ogintz September 17, 2020July 16, 2021

    This fall, with remote work and school, many families are taking the opportunity for a fall getaway focused on the outdoors where we feel safest. The right gear will help keep you comfortable — and confident — on your adventures.

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