Sea Kayak Adventures Delivers Close Encounters of the Whale Kind The parade started at sunrise. I was standing on the bluff watching the inlet's colors turn to violet when I heard the first "phoof." A mother California Gray Whale and her baby calf were making their way through the water, less than a stone's throw away. Suddenly, the colors of the sunrise took a backseat to what I was watching before me. Our little group of campers had front row seats for one of the most beautiful and inspiring shows on earth. (click here for more)
Four-Seasons of Family Fun at Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont
Smugglers’ Notch Resort is nestled at the base of three interconnected mountains in the heart of northern Vermont’s ski country. Yet the Green Mountain hideaway is much more than a family winter playground. Families travel here all year long to experience the homey family-friendly condominium lodging, the festive village atmosphere, the stellar children’s and teens’ programs, a wide variety of family activities, and the opportunities to get up close and personal with the natural surroundings. It’s rare for a family resort to be able to captivate kids of all ages, but Smugglers’ does this with ease. (click here for more)
Be Enchanted On A Short Family Cruise Are you looking for a family vacation getaway that fits your tight budget and time-crunched schedule? A short cruise on a family-friendly ship may be just the answer. Our family of four took a short cruise recently on Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Seas and came away hooked on the short cruising experience.(click here for more)
Celebrating Special Family Occasions with Memorable Travel Experiences As any parent of teenagers knows, teens are a tough audience to impress. So when my daughter Amy called her recent Sweet 16 celebration at Woodloch Pines in the Poconos the “best birthday ever,” I was feeling pretty proud of myself for picking such a perfect place for a party.(click here for more)
Revitalizing Vacations with Older Children It's great vacationing with older children. With a 16 year-old and a 23 year-old, we can visit places we never dreamed of traveling to before. While active vacations with kids in this age group can be fun, some of our most travel rewarding experiences have been ones that allowed us to slow down and revitalize our souls… (click here for more)
Hot Spots: Families Find Vacation Gold at Iberostar Costa Dorada Some parents like to check into an all-inclusive resort, put their wallet in the safe, and never leave the resort property. Others like to travel to family-friendly resorts where there is an abundance of things to see and do, both on and off the property. Iberostar Costa Dorada, an upscale family-friendly all-inclusive, satisfies both of these visions of the perfect family destination. It’s pure family vacation gold, especially for the Type-A family that uses travel as an opportunity to experience and explore… (click here for more)
A Family Reconnects in Paradise “On your left you’ll see Cloud Peak.” Maddy giggled in her saddle when Kirk gestured in the fog. After finally winding our way to the top of the mesa above Paradise Guest Ranch in Buffalo, Wyoming we could see … maybe 50 yards. All around us rose the aspen- and ponderosa pine-lined slopes of the Big Horn mountain range we had explored all week, but all we could make out was a cold mist. We didn’t care. With a simple kick we were off galloping, and Maddy’s face broke into a delirious grin. She was lovin’ it and so was I… (click here for more)
How To Afford Your Dream Family Vacation Ever wonder how your neighbor can vacation like a millionaire on a normal salary? We'll show you how. If you're busy planning your family's next summer vacation, these twelve money-saving tips and insider secrets will save big vacation dollars. ...(click here for more)
ROW Offers "Families Only" Travel Experiences This Summer If you're looking for a family adventure for this summer's family travel experience, consider a river rafting trip. River rafting trips offer great opportunities for adventure and family bonding, as well as a lifetime of family memories. The best trips are those that combine families, which allows children and parents to share the experience together. Family oriented rafting trips allow kids to travel and bond together on the river, enjoying time together with their family as well as new friends.....(click here for more)
Taking a Do-Good Vacation Looking for a change of pace for your next vacation? Want to make the world a better place? Try a "Do-Good Vacation", and help a worthy cause. .....(click here for more)
Amelia Island, Florida Combines History, Nature In Beach Setting
I made Florida's Northeast corner my focus, intrigued mainly by the 500-year history of St. Augustine, the oldest continuously occupied city in the United States and quaint historic districts in St. Augustine and Fernandina Beach. What we found was so much more: sprawling nature preserves; world-class museums; restaurants that ooze with atmosphere and culinary delights; and accommodations that enhance the visitor experience. (click here for more)
The Homestead Resort -- From a Teen's Perspective
This a family-friendly resort throughout. Go horseback riding along miles of scenic trails. Grab a snack or enjoy a gourmet feast the whole family will love. Indulge yourself at their award winning Spa where teens have their own menu of services.... Check it out!(click here for more)
Family Eco-Trips
Is your family looking for a different kind of vacation? Would you like to view animals in their natural habitat? Eco-Trips are a great way to get up close and personal with wildlife.
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Exploring Yellowstone -- How to Plan a Great Family Visit Visiting Yellowstone this summer? Whether by foot, hoof, boat or stagecoach, families planning to visit Yellowstone National Park should try to explore the park beyond the drive-up viewpoints. Getting out and exploring gets the kids out of the backseat and helps the park come alive for them...(click here for more)
Ask KidTravel
In this column, Nancy Schretter, Managing Editor of the Family Travel Network, answers some of our readers' family vacation questions. Q. We want to take the family on another week-long cruise to the Caribbean this winter, but we're tired of the usual ports and typical Caribbean cruise. Any recommendations for great family cruises that will take us to someplace different this year? (read more)
Colonial Williamsburg - Vacation Guide
Take a trip back in time to the 18th Century. See how the first American's lived and worked. There's tons to do here including a nearby theme park and water park.. enjoy!....
Grandparents
Intergenerational travel is a great way...
Phoenix Family Vacation Guide
Many families have discovered this combination of climate, culture, natural beauty, and attractions in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area.
Outlet Mall Shopping, One of America's Most popular pastimes
Outlet mall shopping is one of America's most popular pastimes for day trips and on vacations. What better time to go bargain hunting than autumn, with temperatures falling and the upcoming holiday season close at hand...
A Star in the Budget Caribbean
If you think "budget" and "Caribbean" are two words that don't go together, think again. Families looking for a low-price, high value Caribbean resort should check out the Starfish Trelawny.
Inviting a Friend Along
Instead of an oh-so-bored adolescent, we had two happy, often giggling young travelers...
