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The One Travel Hack That Could Save You Hundreds
With the recent news that many airlines are increasing their checked baggage fee (from $25 a bag to $30), a family of four will now…
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6 Things You Should Never Buy Before You Travel
Traveling—especially with a family in tow—requires lots of advance planning and preparation. There are flights and hotels to book, excursions to be arranged, and movies…
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The One Vacation Photo You Should Never Post on Social Media
Ready to upload those family vacation photos? Not so fast. There are a few precautions–some you probably didn’t even think of–to take before sharing your…
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Ouch! What to Do If Your Child Gets Sick or Injured on Vacation
On vacation with a sick or injured kid? Medical professionals share their advice for dealing with the unexpected health care emergency while traveling.
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8 Best Swim Goggles for Kids
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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8 Secrets to Getting Cheap Broadway Tickets
The cost of Broadway tickets can be downright mind-boggling – especially when you’re trying to purchase them for an entire family! Here, we share the…
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The Best Times to Travel to Popular Family Vacation Destinations
Choose the best time to visit these popular family vacation destinations.
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The 5 Moms You’ll Meet on Vacation
These are five caricatures of moms you might meet – or moms you might BE – on vacation. Which one are you?
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The Secrets to a Kid-Pleasing Staycation
Considering a staycation? Choose one of these ideas in your neighborhood, town or even your home! Remember – it’s the memories that matter most, not…
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13 Holiday Travel Mistakes for Families to Avoid
‘Tis the season for turkey dinners, hot apple cider, snowy nights, decorating the house and seeing pure joy and holiday cheer on your kids’ faces.…
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Traveling Before Kids vs. Traveling After Kids
One mom shares her (very funny) vacation experiences before and after kids.
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It’s OK to Eat McDonald’s in Europe (and Other Family Vacation Real Talk)
One of my fondest memories of traveling as a kid was the day my parents let us have lunch at a McDonald’s in the Ginza…
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The Most Embarrassing Family Vacation Moments Ever (and What We Learned From Them)
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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How Traveling During Postpartum Depression Brought Me Back to Myself — and My Family
One mom shares her postpartum depression story and how travel (with and without kids) was and will always be the answer.
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11 Insanely Easy Hotel Hacks You Need to Try
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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8 Ways You Can Actually Relax on Your Next Family Vacation
Since I love to experience new things and because I have high-energy boys, we tend to pack in a lot on our family vacations. But…
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International Travel With Kids: What to Know, Tips & More
Ask some parents for their best tips for traveling internationally with kids and they’ll be quick to the point with a resounding, “Don’t do it.”…
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Tips for Traveling While Breastfeeding
Traveling with kids of any age can be trying on parents, and the added “bonus” of getting through airport security lines with kids is always…
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One on One Trips With Kids
It’s not always easy finding the time (or money) to take each child on a solo trip, but the end result makes it worthwhile. Consider…
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Finding Childcare When Traveling
Need some mom and dad time on your trip? (Hint: the answer is yes.) Use these resources to find the perfect sitter to keep an…
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5 Crafts to Commemorate Your Family Vacation
When you return from this year’s family trip, why not make some mementos of your time there so you’ll have a physical memory to treasure…
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The Thrill of Riding Amtrak
Not enthused about the expense and hassle of the airport, or the prospect of cramming energetic kids into the backseat for a road trip? A…
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6 Surprises About Virginia Beach
Planning a trip to Virginia Beach? Here are a couple things to know before you go.
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Can Babies and Kids Go in Hot Tubs?
We talked to Dr. Lara McKenzie, Principal Investigator at the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Hotels and Resorts Accommodate Food Allergies
Does your child suffer from food allergies? Many hotels and resorts are introducing allergy-friendly dining.
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