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Orlando Is Getting a New Water Park

Yes, Orlando is getting yet another water park — this one on Lake Nona. The inflatable water park will feature the world’s first solar-powered...

New Roller Coaster to Launch at Darien Lake

Darien Lake has confirmed it will open a vertical drop roller coaster in 2018. The name? Tantrum. Sign. Us. Up. The new roller coaster...

You Can Now Celebrate Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

What’s more magical than the Wizarding World of Harry Potter? The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Christmastime! For the first time ever, you...

Two Budget Hotels Are Opening at Universal Orlando Resort

Not one, but two new budget hotels are scheduled to open at Universal Orlando Resort. Loews Hotels & Co. is developing the properties, which...

Club Med Is Opening an All-Inclusive Ski Resort in Canada

Club Med has announced it will open its first all-inclusive resort in Canada. It will be the brand’s first four-season mountain resort. Major details...

Beaches Resort to Open in Tobago

Sandals Resorts International has announced plans to open two all-inclusive resorts in Tobago: Sandals Resort (adults-only) and Beaches Resort (family-friendly). Details have not yet...

Austin Adventures Announces New Tours for 2018

Thinking about your next family vacation? Austin Adventures has announced 11 new domestic and international tours for 2018: – Hawaii Cruise – Montana &...

Jacksonville, FL Announces Kids Free November

Jacksonville, Florida, has commenced its annual Kids Free November, when select attractions provide free admission and/or discounted activities for children under age 12. Attractions...

St. Maarten to Launch Zipline Attraction

A new zipline attraction is opening in St. Maarten, despite damages caused by Hurricane Irma. Rainforest Adventures at Rockland Estate will open in November,...

Disneyland Announces New Hotel

Disneyland has announced plans for a fourth resort hotel. The 700-room hotel, which hasn’t yet been named, will be the first four-diamond hotel to...

National Park Service Considers Price Hikes

The National Park Service is considering price hikes at 17 of its parks, attributing a strong need for improvements. National park entrance fees —...

Gaylord National Resort Announces Holiday Events for 2017

The Gaylord National Resort in Maryland’s National Harbor has announced its theme for this year’s holiday spectacular: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Families are invited...

You Can Now Bring Your Pets to Four Disney Hotels

The entire family can now travel to Disney World. The theme park resort has announced it’s testing a pet-friendly program at four of its...

You Won’t Believe What’s in the New Family Suite on Symphony of the Seas

Picture this: a two-floor suite with a slide (that goes between the two floors)… on a cruise ship. That’s exactly what families will find...

Southwest Airlines Announces 3-Day Flash Sale

Looking for an excuse to plan a last-minute family getaway? Southwest Airlines has one. The budget carrier has announced a 72-hour winter sale that...

You Can Now Buy Butterbeer Doughnuts

First there was Butterbeer. Then there was Butterbeer ice cream. Now there’s… Butterbeer doughnuts! Sugar Shack Donuts is featuring the Butterbeer Donut at its...

Palladium Announces New Family Resort in Cancun

Palladium Hotel Group has announced plans for two all-inclusive resorts in Cancun: the family-friendly Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa, and TRS Coral...

Scandinavian Airlines Announces Kids Fly Free Sale

Been thinking about a family vacation to see Anna and Elsa? Now is the time to go. Scandinavian Airlines has announced a flash sale...

Sesame Place Announces New Roller Coaster

Sesame Place — the only theme park of its kind — has announced plans for its first wooden roller coaster, Oscar’s Wacky Taxi. The...

Mexico Resort Unveils New Spa Treatments for Kids

The all-inclusive Barcelo Maya Grand Resort has unveiled updates to its U-Spa Wellness & Fitness Center — including new spa treatments for kids. Following...

LEGOLAND Florida Announces Virtual Reality Experience

Virtual reality experiences are popping up everywhere — including LEGOLAND Florida Resort. The park has announced plans for The Great LEGO Race, a virtual...

Mexico Resort Announces Wellness Program for Families

The all-inclusive Grand Velas Riviera Maya has announced a new Wellness Getaway, specifically designed for families that are looking to rest and recharge. The...

Blackberry Farm Announces New Hotel

Walland, Tennessee’s Blackberry Farm has announced plans to build another hotel on its property: Blackberry Mountain. Blackberry Mountain will offer 13 cottages and six...

Six Flags Announces New Line-Up of Rides for 2018

This summer may be coming to a close, but Six Flags has already turned its attention to next summer. As is tradition, the amusement...

LEGOLAND California Announces Submarine Ride

Yes, your family will soon be able to ride in a submarine at LEGOLAND California. The kids’ theme park, based in Carlsbad, California, has...

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