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 Those who have been there know: the Acadia region of Maine is unlike anywhere else in New England -- or anywhere ... |
 If mountains were children, the Berkshires would be just the right size -- big enough to be exciting, but not ... |
 You can hardly call Block Island "undiscovered" -- thousands of tourists disembark there every year to explore the ... |
 As far as cities go, few are more kid-friendly and manageable than Boston. Parents can take comfort in knowing the ... |
 Many towns in New England are built around their ski area the way a college town like Champagne, Ill., is built ... |
 Having lived in Boston for much of my adult life, I spent my summers on Nantucket, Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard, ... |
 Shaped like a bent arm with a big bicep, the peninsula that is Cape Cod offers so much more than a great beach ... |
 Growing up on the southern coast of Maine, I'll admit I harbor a little prejudice; but from my point of view, it's ... |
 Other families will try to dissuade you from venturing to Killington. They'll talk about the four-mile access road ... |
 It's not officially a Great Lake, but you'll be hard-pressed to believe that standing on the shores of New ... |
 While Martha's Vineyard may seem like a small island off of the southeastern tip of Cape Cod, don't let its dot on ... |
 Location, location, location. That's what sets Mount Sunapee apart from similar ski areas in the East. A scant ... |
 The seaside village of Mystic, Connecticut, may be the Holy Grail of historic vacation destinations -- perfectly ... |
 Named by the native Wampanoag Indians, members of the Algonquin family, named this island 30 miles off the coast ... |
 Good, clean family fun. That's what New Hampshire has been in the business of for generations -- ever since the ... |
 With its lengthy history as host of the America's Cup sailing race, most people associate Newport with the water. ... |
 Best known as the home to Okemo Ski Area, Ludlow sits at the base of the Green Mountains in the south-central part ... |
 Most people think Stowe is simply a ski area in northern Vermont. And yes, Stowe is one of New England's finest ... |
 Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Stratton, the highest mountain peak in southern Vermont, has come a long way ... |
 The drive north on Vermont's Route 100 to the base of Sugarbush is one of the most exquisite stretches of road in ... |
 Sugarloaf is big -- very big. Okay, it's downright huge. That's likely to be your first impression driving up ... |
 In a word, Sunday River is about one thing: Snow. It's got it -- and often more of it, and sooner, than any other ... |
 My own memories of traveling to Vermont as a child are as fond as any I have -- camping under the stars in the ... |
 In a region better known for its rolling hills and rocky coastline, the White Mountains thrust violently into the ... |
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- OverviewCabinsDiningActivitiesTravel Tips All About the Extras Sail & Sign Card Carnival ships feature Sail & Sign cards, which make life so much easier. All you do is link a debit card or credit card to your Sail & Sign Card at Guest Relations or a kiosk on the ship. You'll then use your Sai...
- OverviewCabinsDiningActivitiesTravel Tips Carnival is known for its plethora of onboard activities, and the Miracle is no exception to this. Listed in the Fun Times, the ship's daily newsletter, activities include beanbag tosses, trivia, bingo, games, dance classes (including a "Thriller" class) ...
- OverviewCabinsDiningActivitiesTravel Tips During the cruise, I quickly learned that cruise food is every bit as big of a deal as the cruise itself. And when it comes to dining, the Carnival Miracle does not disappoint. Bacchus Restaurant Thousands of purple, bubble-like lights embellish Bacc...
- OverviewCabinsDiningActivitiesTravel Tips Carnival Miracle's rooms are simple, yet comfortable and clean, with flat-screen TV's, phones, complimentary bathrobes and stocked mini-bars. Anything consumed from the mini bars, which offer alcohol, sodas and energy drinks, will cost you an extra fee. ...
In what seems like the blink of an eye, the kids you've raised are all grown up and off to college. As parents, you're worried. More importantly, you're anxious to visit them!
Lucky for you, we here at Family Vacation Critic know what it means to be concerned parents. With that, we've taken the t...- OverviewCabinsDiningActivitiesTravel Tips One of four Spirit class ships, Carnival Miracle made its magical debut in 2004. While it's certainly not Carnival's grandest ship, it's definitely something of a "miracle" for families, who find an ample amount of amenities and activities on board. Amid ...
With a state (New York) that offers more ski resorts than any other place in the country and the entire region of New England to boot, the East Coast hardly lacks for quality ski resorts, making the task of listing the best areas a difficult one. Nevertheless, these are our favorites, in no particul...
You've unpacked your boxes full of gloves, ski masks and snowsuits. You've repaired your ski poles and sharpened your skis. Now, where should you go? More importantly, where will you find a good deal, preferably one that packages lodging and lift tickets? We've uncovered the best early (and even win...
So, you've got one day to see the most popular theme park in Walt Disney World. Twenty-four hours to conquer The Kingdom, the holy grail of family entertainment, all 107 jam-packed acres. Can it be done? Should it be done? I've read a lot of articles on how to see the Magic Kingdom in one day, m...- No doubt about it: Walt Disney World puts Orlando on the tourism map. Additional major theme parks, like Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld Orlando and LEGOLAND, Florida have only added to the region's lure as a family vacation destination. But there's more to see in Central Florida, both in Orland...