Cynthia J. Drake

7 Most Underrated Mexico Family Vacations

by Cynthia J. Drake

These less-traveled Mexico destinations go relatively undiscovered by tourist throngs, though they still have plenty to offer intrepid family travelers. Choose one of these underrated…

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Where to Find the Best Family Vacation T-shirts

by Cynthia J. Drake

Searching for family vacation T-shirts for your next trip? We’ve found some great ideas, from downright hilarious shirts to DIY projects. Bonus: these shirts will…

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12 Best Luxury Caribbean Villa Resorts for Families

by Cynthia J. Drake

We’ve selected the best luxury Caribbean villa resorts for families, combing through the most exclusive accommodations and amenities. Go on and dream about your next…

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8 Family Vacation Destinations on the Rise

by Cynthia J. Drake

Maybe you’re tired of the same old destinations, or maybe your family just has a yen for adventure. Here’s a hand-picked list of rising hotspots…

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The Ideal Family Vacation, According to Kids

by Cynthia J. Drake

Make your kids’ imaginative vacation dreams a reality with one of these unique experiences, from sleeping in a pirate ship to dining with a real…

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The 5 Moms You’ll Meet on Vacation

by Cynthia J. Drake

These are five caricatures of moms you might meet – or moms you might BE – on vacation. Which one are you?

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How to Return from a Family Vacation Without Needing Another Vacation

by Cynthia J. Drake

The phrase “post-vacation blues” doesn’t even begin to cover the feeling that many parents have when returning from a weeklong jaunt with their kids. Use…

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Traveling Before Kids vs. Traveling After Kids

by Cynthia J. Drake

One mom shares her (very funny) vacation experiences before and after kids.

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The Most Embarrassing Family Vacation Moments Ever (and What We Learned From Them)

by Cynthia J. Drake

We had just settled into our booth at the popular Jewish deli we had been looking forward all week during our Florida vacation. A steaming…

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10 Coolest Brew Pubs for Families

by Cynthia J. Drake

These craft breweries provide entertainment, amenities and specialty menus for pint-sized kiddos while their moms and dads enjoy the actual pints.

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This Way to Walley World: 3 Ways to Recreate a Griswold Family Vacation

by Cynthia J. Drake

Throw on your Walley World T-shirts, tell Aunt Edna you’re en route, and take the long way down the “Holiday Road.”

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11 Insanely Easy Hotel Hacks You Need to Try

by Cynthia J. Drake

There’s an all-too-true internet meme that says parents don’t really go on vacations; they just take care of their children in a different city. And…

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12 Toddler Beach Essentials You Need This Summer

by Cynthia J. Drake

We hold these truths to be self-evident: that no kid in his right mind will keep a sun hat on, that applying sunscreen to a…

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13 Best Digital Detox Family Vacations

by Cynthia J. Drake

These tech-free locales are not situated in big cities, where access to technology is all too tempting, nor in destinations that will leave you fantasizing…

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