Family Travel Tips

7 Things You Should Never Do at Your…

by Amanda Norcross

Getting ready to book a hotel for your next family vacation? Avoid these common mistakes—provided…

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All-Inclusive Vacations

5 Ways to Ruin Your All-Inclusive Family Vacation

by Amanda Norcross

Booking an all-inclusive family vacation means you can pay for everything upfront and leave your…

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Family Travel Tips

5 Expert Tricks to Sleeping Better in a…

by Shayne Rodriguez Thompson

I'll admit it: I'm not the best sleeper, whether I'm at home or traveling. But…

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How to Return from a Family Vacation Without…

by Cynthia J. Drake

The phrase "post-vacation blues" doesn't even begin to cover the feeling that many parents have…

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Packing Tips

8 Things That Will Ruin Your Vacation If…

by Cynthia J. Drake

If there's something that could be forgotten while packing for a trip, I guarantee my…

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Cultural Vacations

How to Survive (and Actually Enjoy) a Family…

by Judy Koutsky

Let's face it -- even if you have the best relationship with your in-laws, seeing…

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The 10 Best Middle Grade and Young Adult Books for February 2019

by Josh Roberts

This month’s most exciting new middle grade and young adult books include a modern reimagining of Little Women in graphic novel form, a darkly hilarious…

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10 Things You’re Probably Forgetting to Pack—and How to Remember Them for Your Next Vacation

by Jackie Perrin

Packing up the family—and all the essentials needed for a group getaway—requires some organization, as well as finesse. Add these frequently forgotten items to your…

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10 Last-Minute Items to Pack Before Your Next Family Vacation

by Terry Ward

Any parent who was a traveler first can probably remember those easy, breezy days of packing just for yourself before a trip. Fast-forward to having kids,…

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8 Surprising Things You Can Get for Free at Your Hotel (and 8 Things You Can’t Forget to Bring)

by Judy Koutsky

The less you can pack, the better, so knowing ahead of time that a hotel offers free amenities means less pre-trip planning (and more room…

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10 Ways to Take Better Vacation Photos

by Andrea Guthmann

Our smartphones are increasingly doing it all. They’re our computers, TVs and stereos. They’re where we get our information and where we document our day-to-day. Yet,…

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11 Great Reads for Your Cruise Vacation

by Wendy Helfenbaum

If you’re anything like us, deciding what to read on a cruise is often more difficult than choosing which shoes to bring. That’s why it’s…

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The 10 Best Middle Grade and Young Adult Books for January 2019

by Josh Roberts

This month, the best newly released middle grade (MG) and young adult (YA) books feature “unteachable” kids, fairy tale retellings, historical heists, feminist epics, and…

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5 Easy Ways to Make Time for Exercise on Family Vacations

by Judy Koutsky

It’s not easy to stay fit while on vacation—especially when the buffet and all-you-can-eat ice cream bar are calling. But there are ways to stay…

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5 Common Hotel Problems You Might Face—and How to Fix Them

by Beth Luberecki

You’ve spent lots of time researching and invested plenty of money, so you want your family vacation to be a relaxing, fun-filled experience. But sometimes,…

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12 Mind-Blowing Vacation Hacks You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

by Wendy Helfenbaum

Before you had kids, you likely left for vacation with just one thing to do: relax. But once children come along, your days of winging…

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5 Easy Ways to Get into the Airport Lounge

by Terry Ward

You don’t have to be a million-miler with status on every airline to gain access to those bastions of airport tranquility. Remind the kids to…

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The 22 Best New Books for Kids and Teens in 2018

by Josh Roberts

No matter how much fun your family is having on vacation, there’s nothing quite like a good book for those moments when you all need…

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13 Healthy Road Trip Snacks Your Kids Will Actually Enjoy

by Judy Koutsky

Most kids want to eat junk, junk and more junk—especially on vacation. Trying to get them to eat healthy snacks—let alone something they enjoy and…

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7 Things You Should Never Let Your Child Do on the Plane

by Cynthia J. Drake

Airplane travel with children is often stressful for the whole family. You’re taking your kid out of his or her normal routine, possibly combating tiredness…

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7 Things You Should Never Buy at the Airport

by Beth Luberecki

We’ve all been there: You’re in the airport and suddenly your kids are starving. Or—dream scenario—you realize you’ll actually be able to read a book…

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The One Thing You Should Never Do on a Family Vacation

by Wendy Helfenbaum

Perched on the edge of the scuba diving boat about half an hour off the Bermuda shore, I wobbled in my floppy fins, struggling to…

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7 Surprising Benefits of a Kid-Free Vacation

by Cynthia J. Drake

My friend Jennifer and I recently found ourselves relaxing on a beach in Corsica, France, on a perfect October day during a two-week Mediterranean cruise.…

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The Surprising Item Everyone Has That Could Save You Hundreds on Your Next Vacation

by Jackie Perrin

Spoiler: Your library card is your free gateway to your next getaway! Yes, that’s right—complimentary (and discounted) admission to family-friendly museums, cultural attractions and state…

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6 Action-Packed Vacations for Kids Who Can’t Sit Still

by Judy Koutsky

While there are plenty of resorts out there, there are definitely those that appeal to kids who like to pack in A LOT of action…

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4 Ways to Avoid Getting a Dad Bod When Traveling

by Dave Parfitt

Once I became a dad, exercise became an even more important part of my life. My preferred form of exercise is running, and there are…

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How to Spot Bed Bugs in Your Hotel Room

by Karon Warren

Just the thought of these little creatures gives everyone the heebie jeebies. Bed bugs are a nightmare no one wants to deal with—especially during a…

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7 Things You Should Always Wear on the Plane

by Kimberly Tate

Many of us stress about picking the perfect seat or making sure our bags make it on the plane. But how much thought do you…

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12 Embarrassing Family Travel Mishaps (and How to Survive Them)

by Amanda Norcross

There’s the family vacations you see in photos—parents happily frolicking on the beach with their kids or climbing a mountain with way too much ease—and…

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7 Carry-On Bags That Take the Stress Out of Travel

by Cynthia J. Drake

In an era of tighter restrictions on carry-on luggage, families are often scrambling to come up with good solutions for toting all their necessities on…

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Why—and How Much—You Need to Tip Hotel Housekeeping

by Beth Luberecki

We all want clean hotel rooms when we travel, with crisply made beds and plenty of fresh towels ready for us at the end of…

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