The Best Family Winter Getaways for Every Budget
The days are shorter, the nights longer in the Northern Hemisphere this time of year. What’s your preference for a winter family getaway? Sun or Snow? Or something else?
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10 Hidden Texas Canyons So Stunning, You Won’t Believe They’re Real
Texas is famous for cowboys, barbecue, and wide-open spaces, but hidden beneath its vast landscape are canyons that rival the beauty of any natural wonder in America. These secret gorges showcase towering cliffs, colorful rock layers, and desert wildlife that seem almost too magical to be real. Whether you’re an adventurous hiker or just someone…
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16 New York Soul Food Joints Serving Up The Flavors Grandma Would Swear By
Soul food carries the warmth of family recipes passed down through generations, bringing comfort with every bite. In New York City, you can find incredible restaurants that cook up dishes just like grandma used to make, from crispy fried chicken to creamy mac and cheese. Whether you’re craving collard greens or sweet potato pie, these…
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Discover 10 Hidden Underground Gems In Kentucky You Can Actually Explore
Beneath the rolling hills and scenic landscapes of the Bluegrass State lies a world of hidden underground wonders waiting to be discovered. From vast cave systems to abandoned mines, Kentucky is home to some of the most captivating subterranean spaces in the country. These underground gems offer more than just stunning formations, they hold history,…
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10 Secluded Michigan Islands That Will Transport You To Another World
Imagine stepping off the mainland and onto an island where time slows down, the air is crisp, and the only sounds are the rustling of leaves and the gentle lapping of waves against the shore. Michigan is home to a collection of secluded islands that feel like worlds of their own, each offering its own…
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Are you ready to score excellent travel deals over Thanksgiving weekend?
Maybe this year is the time to give travel as a holiday gift. Research suggests people now prioritize experiences over acquiring more things – 72 percent, according to a recent survey from Longwoods International.
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Visit Park City for a unique family experience in Winter
This is the perfect time to visit the Utah Olympic Park, with the 2026 Winter Olympic games taking place in February in Italy. Park City guests can even ride the Comet bobsled on the track that was used in the 2002 Olympic games
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Airbnb: US travelers seeking lesser-known destinations this winter
Families are leading the way in domestic and local winter travel this year in the US, with 80% choosing suburban and rural locations for their getaways.
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Think Chicago this holiday season: cold is good!
Chicagoans never let the cold cramp their style. There are holiday markets and spectacular light displays, culinary celebrations, and much more
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12 Missouri Restaurants Where Every Morning Starts With Fresh, Homemade Pie
Missouri takes its pie tradition seriously, and some restaurants prove it the moment the sun comes up. Across the state, kitchens buzz at dawn as bakers roll out dough, whip up fillings, and pull steaming pies straight from the oven. Fruit pies, cream pies, custards, and towering creations fill display cases long before the breakfast…
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You Won’t Believe This Ancient-Looking Megalith Park Exists In Pennsylvania
Tucked into the quiet hills of eastern Pennsylvania lies a destination so magical, you’d swear you stepped into the Scottish Highlands. Columcille Megalith Park in Bangor is a world of towering stones, hidden pathways, and mystical structures that spark the imagination the moment you arrive. Every turn feels like discovering a secret realm, offering visitors…
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14 New York Soul Food Spots So Good, Grandma Might Get Jealous
New York City isn’t just about pizza and bagels, it’s also home to some of the most mouthwatering soul food you’ll ever taste. From crispy fried chicken to collard greens that melt in your mouth, these restaurants serve up comfort on a plate. Whether you’re a lifelong New Yorker or just visiting, these spots will…
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11 California Taco Spots Locals Would Rather Keep To Themselves
California’s taco scene is legendary, but the best spots aren’t always the ones with long lines or fancy Instagram pages. Locals guard their favorite taco joints like precious secrets, knowing that once word gets out, everything changes. T hese hidden gems serve up authentic flavors that’ll make you forget about those trendy fusion places, and…
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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 a bustling Victorian resort, drawing crowds with music, dancing, and breathtaking river views. Today, nature has reclaimed what humans built, leaving behind a hauntingly beautiful landscape frozen between past glory…
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Explore 11 Abandoned Arizona Ghost Towns With An Eerie Kind Of Beauty
Arizona’s desert landscape holds secrets from a bygone era—crumbling buildings, dusty streets, and whispers of lives once lived. Ghost towns scattered across the state tell stories of boom-and-bust mining dreams, Wild West adventures, and communities that vanished almost overnight. Exploring these eerie yet beautiful places is like stepping into a time machine, where history comes…
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Food is central to the experience in Lyon France
We were at the famous Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse, the fantastic indoor food market that has been in operation since the mid-19th century, but was moved here to this sleek building in the center of the city’s business district in 1970 and is a popular stop for tourists
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9 Forgotten Arizona Ghost Towns With An Unforgettable, Haunting Beauty
Arizona’s desert landscape holds secrets that time nearly forgot. Scattered across the state are ghost towns that once buzzed with miners, merchants, and dreamers chasing fortunes. Today, these abandoned settlements stand as haunting reminders of boom-and-bust days, offering visitors a chance to step back into the Wild West and experience history frozen in time. 1….
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11 Colorado Prime-Rib Buffets That’ll Have You Climbing Back For More
Colorado has a special respect for a good roast. Across the state, from casino towns tucked into the mountains to elegant resort dining rooms, prime rib holds its own kind of ceremony. The carving stations shine under warm light, knives glide through tender meat, and the first slice releases that unmistakable aroma that fills the…
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14 Texas Restaurants Where The Brisket’s Gone By Sundown
In Texas, brisket sits somewhere between craft and devotion. Before sunrise, fires spark to life, smoke begins its slow dance, and the day shapes itself around the patience that good barbecue demands. Across the state, Austin’s bustling pits, tiny roadside shacks, quiet corners of the south, pitmasters tend to their work with steady rhythm and…
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These New Jersey Restaurants Don’t Advertise, But Locals Keep Coming Back
New Jersey is packed with restaurants that skip the flashy ads and billboards, yet somehow manage to stay packed with loyal diners. Word of mouth is their secret weapon, and once locals discover these hidden gems, they keep returning for more. From legendary burgers to authentic Portuguese seafood, these spots prove that great food speaks…
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Inside California’s Creepiest Abandoned Theme Park
Out in California’s Mojave Desert, alongside Interstate 15, sits the ghostly remains of what was once a thriving waterpark. Lake Dolores, later rebranded as Rock-A-Hoola, first opened in 1962 and finally shut its gates for good in 2004. Today, empty pools, foundation remnants of slides, and sun-scorched buildings create an eerie landscape that has become…
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10 Secret California Getaways Locals Don’t Want Tourists To Find
California isn’t just movie stars, red carpets, and the chaos of theme parks, it’s also full of hush-hush hideaways that locals treat like top-secret treasure maps. Beyond the billboards and beach crowds lie quiet coves, wild trails, and mountain getaways where the Wi-Fi fades and the real magic begins. These off-the-beaten-path escapes offer the kind…
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10 Toughest Restaurant Tables to Book in Iowa (That Foodies Chase Every Weekend)
Iowa might surprise you with its thriving food scene that rivals coastal cities. From sizzling steakhouses to inventive farm-to-table spots, the Hawkeye State has earned serious culinary cred. Getting a weekend reservation at these hotspots requires ninja-level planning and lightning-fast fingers on your phone because tables disappear faster than free samples at a grocery store….
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How to plan an affordable family snow vacation
However you envision your getaway to the snow, there have never been more options – and that includes overseas, which despite the cost of flights, can be less expensive than a comparable trip to the snow in the United States or Canada.
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About Us Taking the Kids started with her son, a cat and a goldfish pond. Eileen Ogintz is a leading national travel expert. She has reported and written the nationally syndicated column “Taking The Kids™” (Tribune Content Agency) for more than three decades. Her website contains a rich repository of content focused on family travel. “Travel…
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10 Legendary BBQ Festivals In North Carolina You Can’t Miss
North Carolina’s barbecue scene isn’t just food, it’s folklore written in smoke. From whole-hog roasts to shoulder-chopped pork, every festival becomes a living museum of Southern cooking styles that have shaped the region’s cuisine for generations. Each pit carries its own signature, whether it’s vinegar tang sharp enough to make lips pucker or slow smoke…
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The Lesser-Known California State Park That’s Picture-Perfect
Up in the Sierra Nevada, where pine air smells sweet and crisp, Plumas-Eureka State Park waits like a love letter from the earth itself. Wild meadows open into streams that sparkle like scattered diamonds, while mountains cradle skies so blue they almost hum. Among the whisper of tall pines, echoes of Gold Rush history linger…
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Scottsdale AZ in fall for all ages
Scottsdale is a great bet for a fall getaway with or without the kids. Many come for golf, spa, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding
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Oboz Footwear for day hiking
We’re not giving up our more rugged hiking boots for steep, rocky trails, and longer duration treks. But for everyday hiking on smooth trails and sidewalks, these shoes are great.
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Why Utah Is the Ultimate Winter Vacation Destination
Do you want to have an unforgettable winter vacation with the family? Consider Utah! Here, we explain why Utah is the ultimate winter vacation destination.
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What was the best part of your family vacation?
Ask three people who have shared a vacation – even in the same family – and they will each likely have a different answer.
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Celebrating Halloween throughout October
Halloween events and celebrations these days have already begun in many places from theme parks to themed festivals to haunted houses and hotels.
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Ultimate Multigenerational Adventure: African Safari Cruise
For the ultimate multigenerational adventure, set your sights on an African safari cruise. View animals in the wild from small tenders and dusty 4WD vehicles. Listen to their call from luxurious waterfront safari lodges and stylish river cruisers.
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What the government shutdown is doing to travel and tourism
It is already resulting in some flight delays that experts say will grow worse the longer the shutdown.
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Merino Wool clothing for all seasons
Merino wool is not only soft but it can wick moisture, regulate temperature, and resist odors. In fact, a reviewer for the New York Times Wirecutter noted that he wore one shirt for three+ days straight.
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Why Rainy Days Can Make the Best Travel Memories
Create magical family memories on rainy vacations. Our simple tips help you embrace unexpected indoor adventures and bond together, no matter the weather.
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Sweden’s ICEHOTEL 36 – Opening December 12
Imagine sleeping in the eye of the storm in the art suite Sweep Me Off My Feet, floating inside a bubble-filled world in Soap Bubbles, or feeling the cosmic power of a black hole in Spaghettification.
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It’s time for the Balloon Fiesta again in Albuquerque NM
Balloon Fiesta (the 53rd) has become the world’s largest and premier international ballooning event. This year, it includes 543 registered Primary Pilots
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Experience Cowboy Core in Cartersville GA
Cartersville, GA, which comes alive in October with an authentic Western experience at Booth Western Art Museum’s highly anticipated annual event, West Fest on Oct. 25
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10th Mountain Division and how it founded the US ski industry
In 1944, they fought in some of the toughest terrain in World War II – northern Italy. Then they came home and created ski mountains.
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54th Kentuck Festival of the Arts in Tuscaloosa AL
As fall colors sweep across Alabama, Tuscaloosa will once again transform into a hub of creativity and culture as the 54th Kentuck Festival of the Arts takes center stage. Taking place October 11–12, 2025 at Snow Hinton Park, the nationally acclaimed festival draws more than 15,000 visitors from across the country and is consistently recognized…
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How about a Haute Chocolate?
This Haute Chocolate at the Vail Four Seasons Resort in Vail CO is rich chocolaty goodness poured over a house made marshmallow and a lace of dark chocolate into a giant cup.
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Arts and Fall Colors in Vail CO
Cristoff Keyonnie couldn’t have picked a better time to visit Vail for the first time—it was peak weekend for leaf peeping… glorious yellows and oranges everywhere you looked.
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Grand County is a Year-Round Mountain Biking Destination
Biking trails combine with bike parks and even fat biking to keep wheels spinning year-round.
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Pet Rock festival in Lancaster MA Oct 5
The 27th annual Pet Rock Festival is set for Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Lancaster MA Fairgrounds. Following a successful inaugural year at this spacious, animal-friendly venue (pond, shade, grass!), the festival returns on a musical high note. Headlining the live entertainment is David Cook, winner of Season 7…
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Save on Jackson Hole lift tickets – buy before Oct 1
Secure your spot early and save on an unforgettable season.Capacity will be managed again this winter
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Hike Glenwood’s Stairway to Heavenly Hanging Lake
Hiking to this Colorado icon is back and better than ever!
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Enjoying fall foliage 21st-century style
Whether you are in the country and whatever your budget, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy fall colors
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Native American history in Culture in Philly Oct 11-12
The weekend will include once-daily public programs led by living history interpreters, educator talks, a discovery cart, and more family-friendly activities.
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Native American Heritage Festival in MO Ozarks Sept 27-28
Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium in Springfield MO will host the free two-day festival
