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Albuquerque, N.M.
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My family and I keep returning to Albuquerque because of its mix of Native, Hispanic and Anglo cultures, intriguing hands-on museums and exciting adventures, all…
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Situated about five and half hours from Dallas and four hours from Albuquerque, New Mexico, Amarillo, Texas, was once a gateway to the West. It…
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Home to the University of Texas and the state capitol, the city of Austin is becoming an increasingly popular destination for families. Austin is no…
Read moreCaddo Lake, TX
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For nature-loving families looking for an affordable, authentic and rustic escape, Caddo Lake in East Texas may well be one of the south’s best kept…
Read moreCorpus Christi, TX
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Corpus Christi, Texas, offers families the unique opportunity to enjoy a beach and city in one destination. Located on the Gulf Coast of Texas, Corpus…
Read moreDallas, TX
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Dallas is the top-visited city in Texas, and with its array of family-friendly activities, it makes sense families are flocking to it. With attractions kids…
Read moreEl Paso, TX
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El Paso has several characteristics that make it a unique city in the U.S., and one that is definitely worth a family vacation. Geographically, El…
Read moreFlagstaff, AZ
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Flagstaff is hip. Home to Northern Arizona University, many of the city’s residents are college students who frequent Historic Downtown, where breweries, bookstores and boutiques…
Read moreFort Worth, TX
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Fort Worth, located about 30 minutes from Dallas, offers an authentic Old West Texas feel when compared to Dallas, which is considered more of a…
Read moreFrisco, Texas
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If you've got kiddos who are interested in sports (either traditional or esports), Frisco, Texas, is a great choice for a family trip. Frisco is…
Read moreGalveston Island, TX
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Located on a barrier island on the Gulf Coast of Texas, Galveston Island, Texas is situated with the city limits of Galveston. It is 50…
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Home to the Akokisa and Karankawa Indians since before 1528, when the first Europeans landed here, Galveston Island and the city of Galveston didn't receive…
Read moreGrand Canyon
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Located in northern Arizona in what has become one of the U.S.'s most popular National Parks, the Grand Canyon won't disappoint. Despite spring and summer's…
Read moreGrapevine, TX
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Did you know Grapevine is the Christmas Capital of Texas? The small town, located just outside of Dallas, hosts some 1,400 themed events in November…
Read moreHouston, TX
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Perhaps when you think of Texas, you envision endless desert plains, cowboys and hot, hot, hot temperatures. You'd have the heat right (if visiting in…
Read moreJerome, AZ
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As you wind up and through hairpin turns toward the cliff-side town of Jerome, Arizona, your family will be transported back to the 1880s, when…
Read moreLake Havasu, AZ
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Lake Havasu, Arizona is actually considered the southernmost community of Greater Las Vegas and is located 153 miles from Las Vegas and 193 miles from…
Read moreLake Tahoe, NV
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Lake Tahoe, Nevada, offers families water sports, ski resorts, hiking trails and more. It’s an outdoor lover’s paradise that can be enjoyed year-round. Beaches invite…
Read moreLas Vegas, NV
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A city that prides itself on its "Sin City" nickname may not exactly seem like the place to bring your preschooler. With its heady mix…
Read morePhoenix, AZ
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Phoenix is a vacation destination for some, and a short stopping point for others, as it houses the largest and most convenient airport in Arizona,…
Read morePort Aransas, TX
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Situated on Mustang Island, a Gulf of Mexico barrier island just north of Padre Island, is the small beach town of Port Aransas. Also known…
Read moreSan Antonio, TX
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Deep in the heart of Texas awaits one of its best cities. San Antonio is a combination of old and new, with towering skyscrapers resting…
Read moreSanta Fe, N.M.
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Full of heritage and culture, arts and outdoor recreation, Santa Fe, New Mexico, is the country's oldest capital city, dating back to 1610, and its…
Read moreScottsdale, AZ
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The southwestern city of Scottsdale -- just 23 miles from Phoenix -- creates a prime vacation spot and sounding ground for exploring both city and…
Read moreSeaWorld San Antonio, TX
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Many families who head to San Antonio are there to see more than The Alamo. One of the biggest family draws to the Southwestern city…
Read moreSedona, AZ
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Many families visit Arizona to see the Grand Canyon—an iconic attraction on almost everyone's bucket list. If you're planning a visit, be sure to also…
Read moreSouth Padre Island, TX
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Texas' South Padre Island is most often associated with spring break, when thousands of college students descend on the beach and then cross into Mexico…
Read moreSouthwest's Four Corners (Arizona)
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At some point in one’s life, a road trip through the Great American West may be taken. Most often, families who are on a trek…
Read moreTaos Ski Valley, N.M.
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Taos Ski Valley is one of the select few privately owned ski destinations in the country. Now run by third-generation family members, the true essence…
Read moreTucson, AZ
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The southwestern city of Tucson is the second largest in Arizona, located approximately 100 miles southeast of Phoenix and just 60 miles north of the…
Read moreTulsa, OK
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Located in the northeast corner of the Sooner State, Tulsa is an amalgamation of cultures and experiences. Sure, you’ll see lots of cowboy hats and…
Read moreWaco, Texas
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Waco, Texas, often gets short shrift as a stopover off Interstate 35 between the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and Austin. But in recent years the city…
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