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Beach Vacations

10 Best Family Beaches in the U.S. 2020

by Beth Luberecki

A summer trip to the beach is a classic way to spend a vacation for…

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Beach Vacations

The Ultimate Beach Bag: 9 Best Beach Bags…

by Amanda Norcross

Searching for the ultimate beach bag? Whether you're loading up for a day trip to your…

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Beach Vacations

12 Best U.S. Beach Boardwalks for Families 2020

by Lissa Poirot

Sometimes, the boardwalk is even better than the beach! An iconic part of summer vacations,…

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Beach Vacations

4 Best Natural Sunscreens for Babies, According to…

by Amanda Norcross

When it comes to sunscreen for babies, not all products are created the same. So…

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Beach Vacations

8 Genius Beach Hacks You Didn’t Know You…

by Amanda Norcross

Going to the beach with kids is a lot of fun. It's also a lot…

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Beach Vacations

8 Best Baby Beach Tents 2021

by Courtney Elko

Beach tents are a summertime necessity for babies. You want to protect them from the…

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8 Best Swim Floaties for Kids 2023

by Courtney Elko

Whether you have an infant, toddler or a young swimmer, floaties for kids are a fun and a safe staple for any day in the…

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8 Best Beach Wagons and Carts for 2023

by Wendy Helfenbaum

What’s more relaxing than a day of sand and surf? The sea breeze, the warm sun, and best of all… the unimaginable amount of family…

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Man sliding down sand dune on sand sled

The 6 Best Sand Sleds

by Adele Chapin

Sleds aren’t only for snowy days and freezing weather. Towering sand dunes are just calling out for kids (and kids at heart) to slide down,…

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Two children drinking juice on the beach in beach chairs

10 Best Packable Beach Chairs for the Whole Family

by Liz Alterman

When you’re headed to the beach, lake, or pool with your family, you probably already have plenty to transport. So when it comes to beach…

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Sandcastles and sand toys on the beach

Best Beach Gear 2021: 9 Must-Haves for Families

by Courtney Elko

The days of conveniently carrying one beach chair, a towel and a cute beach bag to the beach are mere memories of your time before…

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Mother and two children playing in the ocean

11 Swimsuit Cover Ups You Need in Your Closet Now

by Cynthia J. Drake

Let’s be real: for some of us, anything related to bathing suits can be an event on par with, say, a root canal. But once…

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The 7 Best Beach Cruiser Bikes for the Whole Family

by Megan Johnson

Biking is a great way to get around while you are on vacation. Beach cruiser bikes are lightweight, and allow you to ride on a…

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21 Best Swimsuits for Moms That’ll Make You Look and Feel Good

by Cynthia J. Drake

When it comes to swimsuits, moms bring a lot of demands to the dressing room. We want a bathing suit that hides our stretch marks,…

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7 Best One Piece Swimsuits for Moms

by Cynthia J. Drake

Like most moms, I know that whatever photo shows up on the product model is not necessarily what is awaiting me in the dressing room…

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The 9 Best Florida Vacation Destinations for 2020

The 9 Best Florida Vacation Destinations for 2021

by Terry Ward

If you’re dreaming of escaping the cold for a winter family vacation in Florida, you’re not alone. Floridians like me will tell you that our…

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10 Best Baby and Toddler Swimsuits 2021

by Terry Ward

While sun protection is obviously the most important factor in the equation, it sure doesn’t hurt when your toddler’s togs are as fun-loving and cute…

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12 Best Flip Flops for Kids 2021

by Keryn Means

Warm-weather fun means those little toes need to be free to roam. The kids’ feet have grown once again, so you’re looking for the best…

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Family on Beach at Wild Dunes Resort in South Carolina

12 Best U.S. Beach Resorts for Families 2021

by Candyce H. Stapen

Ready to plan your next beach escape? Choose one of these family beach resorts, with pools, water sports and and kids’ activities for your youngsters,…

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10 Best Beach Umbrellas for 2021

by Dave Parfitt

We were having a great time in Bethany Beach, Delaware, visiting the grandparents until “the incident.” A gust of wind picked up our beach umbrella, blew…

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7 Best Beach Coolers 2021

by Cynthia J. Drake

Whether you’re heading to the pool or beach – or if you’re taking off on that family road trip – you’ll need a sturdy, easy-to-transport…

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The Best Baby Beach Gear 2020

by Cynthia J. Drake

Our favorite baby beach gear includes some out-of-the-box ideas from parents who have already beach-tested these items with their own babies. Bonus — you likely…

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8 Best Beach Blankets For Families

by Megan duBois

Whether you’re heading to the sandy shores for a weekend family getaway or soaking up the sun at a rental home, you’ll need to pack…

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The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun

8 Best Non-All-Inclusive Resorts in Cancun

by Terry Ward

Cancun is more or less synonymous with the all-inclusive vacation. So it might surprise you that Mexico’s most famous stretch of Yucatan coastline is also…

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10 Best Beaches in San Diego

by Jamie Moore

San Diego’s 70 miles of sparkling beaches include lots of great places to sink your toes into the warm sand. Read on to find San…

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7 Best City-to-Sea Getaways

by Amanda Norcross

Want to expose your kids to the culture and history of a city, but also enjoy some downtime at the beach? In these destinations across…

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9 Best Family Beaches in New Jersey

by Courtney Elko

The tradition of going “down the shore” for summer vacations goes back decades for folks who live in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey. Families…

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Kids at Wild Dunes Resort in Isle of Palms, SC

9 Best Beach Resorts in South Carolina

by Amanda Norcross

From water park hotels in Myrtle Beach to vacation rental resorts in Hilton Head, South Carolina offers a variety of beach accommodations for families. Whether…

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Family in the Bahamas

6 Best Bahamas Family Vacations

by Amanda Norcross

Parts of the Bahamas—namely Grand Bahama Island and the Abacos—were devastated by Hurricane Dorian in 2019. But did you know most of the islands are…

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10 Best Beaches in California for Families

by Jamie Moore

California’s beaches are a picture-perfect setting for any vacation. But when you’ve got kids in tow, you’ll need more than just a great view. These…

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9 Best Beaches in Texas for Families

by Cynthia J. Drake

Texas is known for barbecue, Tex-Mex and live music, among other things, but perhaps lesser known for its beaches. One visit and you’ll wonder why.…

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