Andrea Guthmann
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Develop Your Memories: A Snapshot of the 9 Best Portable Photo Printers
How often are you out with the grandparents or on a playdate when a picture-perfect moment happens? Then it lives on your phone forever, or…
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Relive Your Vacation Memories: 11 Best Online Photo Printing Services
Your vacation memories deserve a better home than your mobile phone. We’re giving some much needed exposure to the best online photo printing services that…
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Dive Into Adventure: 9 Resorts Where You Can Learn How to SCUBA Dive
Imagine having your children learn about the ocean ecosystems by swimming alongside a turtle, octopus or dolphin in their natural habitat. Not only does SCUBA…
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10 Best Travel Sandals for Kids
When it comes to travel sandals for kids, you want to make sure they do double duty so you’re not bringing your kids’ entire closet…
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13 Rain Gear Essentials to Bring on Any Vacation
Family travel requires being prepared for the unexpected. No matter your vacation destination, some rain may fall, but don’t let a fickle forecast get you…
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10 Ways to Take Better Vacation Photos
Our smartphones are increasingly doing it all. They’re our computers, TVs and stereos. They’re where we get our information and where we document our day-to-day. Yet,…
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15 Best Travel-Inspired Subscription Boxes for Families
Looking for a gift (or a good distraction while you’re socially distancing) that’ll bring a smile to someone throughout the year? Try thinking outside the…
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12 Best Holiday Gifts for Tweens 2019
Not sure what to get your hard-to-shop-for tween this holiday season? We’ve found some great gift ideas that’ll do the trick. These are the best…
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The Best Sun Protection for Babies Under 6 Months
While staying in the shade is always best for babies, here’s a rundown of sun-protective gear that will have your infant made in the shade,…
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The Best Sun Protective Clothing and Gear for Your Toddler
Make your life easier and keep the oceans healthy by choosing sun-protective clothes and gear. These are our favorite sun-protective products for toddlers.
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8 Unforgettable Family Tour Company Vacations
Tour group vacations provide engaging, cultural experiences for families — and memories to last a lifetime. Plus, there’s little planning involved! These are the most…
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Andrea Guthmann, Contributing Writer
A Midwest Emmy award-winning journalist, Andrea Guthmann loves a great adventure, especially if it helps her escape Chicago’s harsh winter! She spent most of her…
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10 Classic Midwest Lake Resorts for Families
Looking to disconnect with family? Consider a stay at one of these old-school Midwest family resorts.
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