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7 Things You Should Never Do at Your…

by Amanda Norcross

Getting ready to book a hotel for your next family vacation? Avoid these common mistakes—provided…

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All-Inclusive Vacations

5 Ways to Ruin Your All-Inclusive Family Vacation

by Amanda Norcross

Booking an all-inclusive family vacation means you can pay for everything upfront and leave your…

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Family Travel Tips

5 Expert Tricks to Sleeping Better in a…

by Shayne Rodriguez Thompson

I'll admit it: I'm not the best sleeper, whether I'm at home or traveling. But…

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How to Return from a Family Vacation Without…

by Cynthia J. Drake

The phrase "post-vacation blues" doesn't even begin to cover the feeling that many parents have…

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Packing Tips

8 Things That Will Ruin Your Vacation If…

by Cynthia J. Drake

If there's something that could be forgotten while packing for a trip, I guarantee my…

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Cultural Vacations

How to Survive (and Actually Enjoy) a Family…

by Judy Koutsky

Let's face it -- even if you have the best relationship with your in-laws, seeing…

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8 Best Water Shoes for the Beach

by Terry Ward

Inspecting tidal pools for critters and splashing in the waves is more enjoyable when nobody’s complaining about sore feet. Enter the water shoe—the go-anywhere footwear with…

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11 Best Road Trip Games for Families

by Jackie Perrin

Play these old-fashioned (and free!) games to pass the time on your next family road trip.

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11 Best Kids Headphones for 2021, According to Expert Advice

by Jeff Bogle

Buying your child a pair of earphones ensures you don’t have to listen to Baby Shark on repeat. But it’s important to distinguish which kids’…

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The 6 Best Travel Tips for Families of Children With Disabilities

by Samantha Facciolo

Some of the best family memories are made on vacations together. For families who have a child with disabilities, additional factors need to be considered…

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The 9 Best Aquariums to Visit in the U.S.

by FVC

New England Aquarium – Boston, MA  If watching thousands of aquatic animals wasn’t enough, the New England Aquarium, located on Boston Harbor offers Whale Watches,…

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The 10 Best Family Vacation Destinations in the U.S.

by Lauren Dana

School’s out for summer — which means it’s time for another fun-filled summer vacation. And, while this year’s trip may look and feel a bit…

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The 8 Best Portable Potties and Toilets

by Megan Johnson

Summer is here, and with it comes road trips and day trips, and when you have kids, it means that, almost inevitably, at least once…

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The Incredible Amazon Prime Perk That Can Improve Your Next Vacation

by Cynthia J. Drake

Amazon Prime is a useful subscription for a lot of things, but it can be a lifesaver for families on vacation. The $119-per-year subscription grants…

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11 Best Sunglasses for Babies and Toddlers in 2021

by Amanda Norcross

Looking for a pair of sunglasses for baby? We recommend these baby and toddler sunglasses for their durability, comfort, and protection from the elements (and…

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The 10 Best National Parks for Families

by FVC

America’s natural wonders were chosen to be national parks to preserve their majestic beauty. However navigating these famous locales with children in tow at the…

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What Will Family Travel Look Like in 2021?

by Caroline Morse Teel

Families face a dilemma this summer—although the teens and adults may be vaccinated, the under-16s won’t be. For a lot of families, this will impact…

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6 Secrets for Packing Light for a Family Road Trip

by Meg St-Esprit

The first time we traveled as parents, with our oldest son, we completely overpacked for the weekend trip. I acted as if the mountain resort…

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8 Best Swim Goggles for Kids 2021

by Cynthia J. Drake

Keeping common complaints in mind, we set out on a mission to find goggles that keep kids happily exploring the underwater world (while also keeping…

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14 Items Under $25 That You Should Never Travel Without

by Tamara Gane

Who says essential items have to be expensive? When we’re traveling, it often seems the things we rely on the most come with the smallest…

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10 Ways to Amuse Kids at the Airport

by Lissa Poirot

Airport delays are all too common and can quickly bring on temper tantrums and arguments when traveling with children. Whether your flight is delayed by…

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14 Best Gifts for New Moms (and Dads!) 2021

by Tamekia Reece

When someone is expecting a baby or had one recently, it can be difficult to choose the perfect gift to give for the special occasion.…

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6 Best Scavenger Hunt Games for Kids 2021

by Jackie Perrin

Scavenger hunts can rescue a rainy day on vacation, keep the kids busy on the road, or help them learn geography or get to know…

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8 Best Sunscreens for Kids 2021

by Amanda Norcross

With the growing popularity and importance of natural sunscreens for the environment, many of us are wondering: does natural sunscreen (also known as reef-safe sunscreen)…

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Beyond the Diaper Bag: 9 Best Daypacks for Traveling Families

by Wendy Helfenbaum

Chances are, your family vacation will include at least one day of adventure—think hiking, cycling, kayaking, or horseback riding. That means your carry-on just won’t…

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12 Best Stroller and Car Seat Toys for Babies and Toddlers

by Jackie Perrin

A busy baby is a happy baby, Keep baby busy—and happy—while on the go with these stroller and car seat toys, which include plenty of…

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11 Best Ways to Preserve Your Family Vacation Memories (and Get Excited About Your Next Trip)

by Beth Luberecki

You’ve taken an amazing trip, and you want that vacation feeling to last forever. Luckily, there are lots of ways the whole family can preserve…

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8 Best Portable Wi-Fi Hotspots

by Courtney Elko

Traveling with limited internet (or without it entirely) can be difficult. Sure, you may want to unplug from work emails and social media, but you…

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7 Best Travel Sites for All-Inclusive Vacations

by Beth Luberecki

There are a lot of different components when planning a family vacation. After you pick your dates and destination, you still have to choose a…

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8 Best Car Rental Booking Sites for Families

by Tamekia Reece

As exciting as it is to go on vacation, the planning, like renting a car, can be time-consuming and frustrating. Sure, you could call a…

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16 Travel-Inspired Books Dads Will Love

by Jeff Bogle

Not only do travel-inspired books make great gifts, but they also give dad inspiration to explore new places (with his kids, of course). Below is…

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