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Thailand’s Top Three Beaches for Families
Thursday, October 25, 2012 – 10:00 am | 5 Comments
Thailand’s Top Three Beaches for Families

I’m so excited to offer this guest post from fellow travel blogger Bethaney Davies of FlashPackerFamily.com!  She shares some fantastic tips on taking kids to Thailand… one of my bucket list locations.  Thank you, Bethaney!!
A …

Top 10 (Plus Two!) Family Travel Guides to Walt Disney World Orlando
Saturday, October 20, 2012 – 10:00 am | One Comment
Top 10 (Plus Two!) Family Travel Guides to Walt Disney World Orlando

There are so many travel guides out there for Walt Disney World, it’s hard to wade through the lists.  We typically buy 2-3 travel guides no matter where we go, and over the years I …

Family Hotel Deals Roundup 10-17-12
Wednesday, October 17, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Family Hotel Deals Roundup 10-17-12

Book a fall family getaway or plan ahead for Spring Break and catch some great deals this week!
Make Fall Break an Education Vacation in Washington DC!
 
Head to the Bahamas for a Fall Family Beach Getaway!
 
Treat …

Outdoor Activities for Kids in Gatlinburg
Monday, October 15, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Outdoor Activities for Kids in Gatlinburg

This guest post comes to us from Andy Gladstein of Elk Springs Resort — Thank You Andy!
Gatlinburg is a resort town that has become host to thousands of visitors every day. Its wide range of …

Where the wild things are: Animal attraction in Costa Rica – Americas – Travel – The Independent
Sunday, October 14, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Where the wild things are: Animal attraction in Costa Rica – Americas – Travel – The Independent

 

I have never been much of an adventure traveler, but reading about the adventures of Mike Unwin and his 9 year-old daughter in Costa Rica tempts me to give it a try.  If it’s safe …

Hotel Spotlight: Daily Deals Roundup 10-10-12
Wednesday, October 10, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Hotel Spotlight: Daily Deals Roundup 10-10-12

Whether you like your family vacation tropical, historical or touristy, there’s something for all types of families in this past weeks hotel deals!  And even though they’re from last week, there’s still time to claim …

Top 10 Maya-Themed Family Activities — National Geographic
Tuesday, October 9, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Top 10 Maya-Themed Family Activities — National Geographic

 

We are headed to Cancun in January for a family vacation… the first so far that requires a passport!  So I am in full-on research mode.  I’ve been there before without kids, so I know …

Review: Eyewitness Travel Guides – Spain
Saturday, October 6, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Review: Eyewitness Travel Guides – Spain

The Dorling Kindersley (DK) Eyewitness Travel Guides are always a must-buy for me before any trip.  We use these books months before heading out on a trip to get a general sense of the area …

2012 World’s Best Family hotels | Travel + Leisure
Monday, October 1, 2012 – 11:19 am | No Comment
2012 World’s Best Family hotels | Travel + Leisure

 

2012 World’s Best Family hotels | Travel + Leisure results are in!!  Travel + Leisure rated the 50 world’s best family hotels
Here are the top 10 in the US. As you can imagine, lots of …

Family Vacation Ideas: Daily Deals Roundup 9-12-12
Wednesday, September 12, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Family Vacation Ideas: Daily Deals Roundup 9-12-12

 

Fall break is coming up sooner than we think! Now is a great time to start planning your fall family vacation!  Many of these deals are good over MEA Weekend, Thanksgiving weekend, and some are …