Shayne Rodriguez Thompson
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10 Best Clothing Brands for Women and Moms
There’s definitely a lot of criteria to consider as a busy mom or hardworking woman on the go. Clothing needs to be practical, functional and…
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8 Unexpected Family Vacations to Try in the Mid-Atlantic
For many families, domestic travel is simply easier and more affordable than leaving the country. But once you’ve done all the American mainstays like Disney,…
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10 Family Bonding Vacations
The goal of every family vacation should be bonding rather than bickering, but between juggling transportation, schedules, demands and attitudes, it’s easy to forget why…
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10 Best Family Vacations in December
Once your kids reach a certain age, it becomes increasingly difficult to plan family vacations around their school and activity schedules. Many parents find themselves…
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10 Kids’ Travel Gadgets That Will Save Your Sanity
The gadgets you pack can make or break a vacation — especially a family vacation. Save your sanity with these essentials, guaranteed to keep the…
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10 Surprising Destinations With All Inclusive Family Resorts
When you think of all-inclusive resorts—particularly family-friendly all-inclusive resorts—you probably think of Mexico and the Caribbean. Destinations in these areas are the standard for…
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5 Expert Tricks to Sleeping Better in a Hotel
I’ll admit it: I’m not the best sleeper, whether I’m at home or traveling. But I’ve actually found that I sleep better in hotels now…
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