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Sightseeing Tours in New York City
With so much to see and do in the Big Apple, it's not a bad idea to pay for a sightseeing tour to pack in several landmarks in a short amount of time.
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Three Best Family Activities in Indianapolis
There are world-class attractions for the entire family to enjoy in the capital city of Indiana, where kids can have fun on vacation, and even learn a little, too.
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DesBarres Manor Inn & Osprey Shores Golf Resort
Travelers planning to explore Atlantic Canada, should consider staying at this luxury B&B or oceanfront golf property from Authentic Seacoast Resorts.
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Miami's EPIC Hotel Beckons Sophisticated Guests
A new-build, high-rise property, EPIC Hotel has a premier spot on the edge of the Miami River and Biscane Bay. The Kimpton property has 411 rooms and a private marina.
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Oregon Beach Vacation for Families
With a nine-mile stretch of beach, Cannon Beach invites families to fly kites, build sandcastles and play in the ocean on a summer vacation in northwest Oregon.
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What's New in Branson, Missouri, for Summer 2009
Branson, Missouri, offers entertainment for the whole family, from live shows to outdoor fun in the Ozarks to a world-class theme park. Here's what's new this summer.
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New Rides and Attractions at Orlando Theme Parks
Families hitting the major Orlando theme parks this summer will enjoy some brand-new attractions and rides at Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and Walt Disney World Resort.
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Bioluminescent Bay Kayaking Tours in Puerto Rico
Vacationing in Puerto Rico? Don't miss the otherworldly experience of kayaking through Laguna Grande to view glowing organisms.
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New Klutz Activity Books for Summer Travel
Just in time for summer road trips and plane rides, activity-book publisher Klutz unveils some fun new products for school-age kids. Here are three favorites.
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Fun Easter Morning Activities for Children
Here are three things the Easter Bunny can do to entertain and surprise children on Easter Sunday morning.
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Varied Fitness Classes at Rancho La Puerta Spa
At Rancho La Puerta destination spa in Tecate, Baja California, easy to challenging fitness classes are offered to guests on the hour throughout much of the day.
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Family Summer Vacation in Colorado
Colorado is known for stellar skiing in its Rocky Mountains. But summer is an ideal time for families to visit, with all the exciting outdoor activities available.
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Family Summer Vacation on Hilton Head Island, SC
Named one of the country's top 10 family beaches by MSN.com, Hilton Head Island attracts families not only for its sandy beach, but its myriad of other activities.
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Gourmet Organic Cuisine at Rancho La Puerta Spa
At Rancho La Puerta destination spa in Tecate, Baja California, three gourmet, mainly vegetarian meals a day, plus snacks, are included in the package price.
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Hiking at Rancho La Puerta in Baja California
Guests at Rancho La Puerta destination spa can choose from eight different daily guided hikes up sacred Mt. Kuchumaa, along the river basin and to the organic farm.
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Three Great Restaurants in Aruba
From a casual meal on the beach to a locals' hangout to an intimate and romantic dining venue, here's where to eat on Aruba in the Southern Caribbean.
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Springfield, Illinois Marks Lincoln Bicentennial
Abraham Lincoln spent 24 years in Springfield, Illinois. Visitors can trace his life here at key historic sites in 2009, the 200th anniversary of his birth.
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New Terminal 5 at JFK Airport Delights Travelers
When JetBlue's Terminal 5 (T5) opened last fall, it blew the socks off of frequent travelers with its design, features and amenities. Here's a look at the highlights.
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Lincoln's Boyhood State Marks Bicentennial
All eyes are on Indiana in 2009, which marks the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. He spent formative boyhood years in Spencer County.
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New Indoor Water Park Resorts Debut in Late 2008
It's no wonder the concept of indoor water park resorts has exploded in popularity in recent years. They feature entertainment for all ages, no sunscreen required!
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What's New at Beaver Creek, Colorado
Beaver Creek Resort welcomes guests with a host of new attractions this ski season. Here's a peek at what awaits visitors at the luxury ski area and village.
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Kids Go Free at Attractions throughout the U.S.
With the economy on a downward spiral and travel sales sluggish, Trusted Tours and Attractions, a discount ticket agency, is offering attractive incentives nationwide.
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Top Four Winter Holiday Activities in Aspen
Christmastime is festive and bright in the chic ski town of Aspen, Colorado. Visitors and locals alike look forward to a handful of wonderful tried-and-true traditions.
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Top 10 New Attractions in Snowmass, Colorado
The family-friendly resort of Snowmass, Colorado (just 10 miles down the road from Aspen), offers visitors loads of new amenities and attractions this ski season.
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Holiday Family Travel in Grapevine, Texas
Two resorts in Grapevine, Texas, roll out the red carpets for families during the holiday season with huge ice sculptures, a giant gingerbread house and indoor snow.
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Celebrate Holidays at California Theme Parks
The mega theme parks in Southern California roll out the red carpets for family holiday travel in December, with special decorations, events, parades and fireworks.
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Hiking Cathedral Lake Trail in Aspen, Colorado
On this three-mile journey, a steady incline through aspen groves and a boulder field leads to a series of switchbacks, then your reward: emerald-green Cathedral Lake.
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Halloween at Legoland California
In the four weekends leading up to Halloween, Legoland theme park gives kids a chance to trick-or-treat safely and holds festive Saturday Brick-or-Treat Party Nights.
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Sea Life Aquarium Opens at Legoland California
A 175,000-gallon ocean display filled with dozens of sea creatures, as well as Legoland's signature little-brick sculptures, are highlights at Sea Life Aquarium.
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Halloween at Cedar Point Amusement Park
Every weekend from mid-September through Halloween, Cedar Point marks the spooky holiday with scary walk-through attractions, parades, and fun treats just for kids.
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Shopping on Lanai, Hawaii
On the tiny, laid-back island of Lanai, visitors can stroll the six-block downtown area of Lanai City and shop at locally owned boutiques and galleries for fun souvenirs.
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Hiking American Lake Trail in Aspen, Colorado
Gorgeous mountain vistas, high-alpine meadows dotted with wildflowers and a pretty emerald green lake are features on this half-day hike in Aspen, Colorado.
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Top Attractions and Activities on Lanai, Hawaii
Though Lanai is tiny (the sixth largest of the Hawaiian Islands) there are some great natural attractions to see and fun things to do on this peaceful island.
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Five Top Things to Do on Lanai, Hawaii
Tiny Lanai is sparsely populated, laid back and peaceful -- no traffic lights and only one gas station here! Top attractions center around the island's natural beauty.
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Budget Hotel, Cheap Eats on Lanai, Hawaii
While "Hawaii" and "budget travel" aren't terms you typically hear together, the low-key island of Lanai offers some cost-conscious options for your Hawaii vacation.
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Family Restaurants in Carlsbad, CA
Families who travel to oceanfront Carlsbad, California, will find a number of kid-friendly eateries. Here are three of the best spots to dine close to Legoland.
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Best Free Things to Do in Boston
Traveling to Beantown on a budget? No worries! The historic city offers loads of sightseeing attractions and outdoor pursuits that won't cost you a cent.
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Free Things to Do in Jacksonville
Enjoy live music, museum admission, downtown trolley rides and loads of water play for the kids at various sights in Jacksonville, Florida -- all for free!
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Six Free Things to Do in Denver
No need to spend a mint when you visit Denver, Colorado, since some of the best activities and sightseeing in the Mile-High City are absolutely free.
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Eat Cheap in Denver
From February 23 to 29, 2008, more than 100 participating restaurants in the Mile-High City offer multi-course meals for only $52.80 a couple ($26.40 for one).
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Quebec City Marks 400 Years
if you've ever considered visiting Quebec City, 2008 is the year to do it! The city celebrates its 400th anniversary with special festivals, concerts, exhibits and more.
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Family Spring Break Trip in Texas
Dozens of family spring break vacation destinations abound in the Lone Star State. But San Antonio stands out for its downtown beauty, history and mega amusement park.
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Romantic Getaways in North Georgia
These intimate cabins, friendly inns and romantic B&Bs roll out the red carpet for couples around Valentine's Day, but they make great couples-only getaways all year.
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Disney's Year of a Million Dreams
If you've been putting off a family vacation to Disney World in Florida or Disneyland in California, 2008 is the year to take your trip to the land of Mickey Mouse.
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What's New at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World--with its mega theme parks, resorts and shopping areas--unveils loads of new experiences, rides and attractions in 2008.
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Family Spring Break in Virginia
Take your family spring break vacation in Virginia at the beach, or visit exciting Busch Gardens and Colonial Williamsburg. Better yet, split your time in both locales.
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U.S. Consumer Travel Shows
Consumer travel shows are held annually in convention centers throughout the U.S. They are one-stop shopping marketplaces for vacation information.
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Cheap X Games Accommodations
Last year Aspen's WInter X Games drew 75,000 fans. If you haven't booked your accommodations yet, check the availability at these hotels in nearby Glenwood Springs.
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Family Spring Break in Florida
Instead of battling the crowds in Orlando, make fun family memories in Jacksonville or Daytona Beach (which is not just for college-age spring breakers anymore).
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Top Spots for Family Spring Breaks
Avoid the crowds at Disneyland! Instead, have some fun on the beach while vacationing at one of these family-friendly California locales during spring break.
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First Night New Year's Eve Fests
The original First Night celebration took place in Boston in 1976. Since then, the family-oriented, non-alcoholic events have spread to other cities in the United States.
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Rustic Lodging near Vail, Colorado
Couples who don't mind sharing accommodations, or families who want to rent out an entire cabin for a reunion, should consider this remote lodge in the mountains.
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German Christmas Markets
Combine a trip to Europe and holiday shopping with an escorted vacation package that highlights Christmas markets in Germany, as well as other Old World countries.
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Best NH Ski Resorts for Children
Many of New Hampshire's ski areas offer lots of amenities and programs for the whole family, but Bretton Woods and Pat's Peak, in particular, stand out among the rest.
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Nannies at Tropical Resorts
These three resorts go beyond "kids' camps" to offer complimentary personalized babysitting and enriching children's activities--even for babies and toddlers.
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Best Colorado Ski Resorts for Kids
Many of Colorado's ski mountains are great for families, but two are especially inviting because of their variety of trails, top-notch ski schools and recent upgrades.
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Springtime Tulip River Cruises
Escape bleak winter weather with a springtime river cruise in Holland and Belgium, with stops at quaint towns to photograph windmills and fields of tulips in full bloom.
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Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
If you're looking for an intimate campus with rigorous academics, close contact with professors and incredible foreign-study opportunities, consider Dartmouth College.
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Salt Lake City, Utah for Kids
Here are four attractions for families visiting Salt Lake City, including an aquarium "in the making," a new children's museum, a super-fun amusement park and a top zoo.
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Family Ski Vacation Packing List
Packing for a ski vacation with children can be overwhelming. Use this handy checklist and you won't forget a thing!
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Resorts with the Best Spas
Modern Bride magazine unveiled its top 50 honeymoon destinations in the 2007 August/September issue. Subcategories include a list of the top five hotel spas worldwide.
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Boston's Five Best Annual Events
Historic Boston, Massachusetts, hosts a number of longstanding annual traditions for wine lovers, gardeners, elite runners, families and interested spectators.
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Save Money by Thinking Ahead
If you are able to think ahead and plan your purchases instead of buying things on impulse, you can keep a lot more money in your pocketbook.
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New Hampshire's 5 Best Events
Here are five annual events that take place throughout the small state. Among them, you'll find the oldest craft fair in America and the New England's oldest family fair.
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St. George, Utah Destination Spas
It's no wonder St. George, Utah, is home to three destination spas. The desert landscape is inspiring and offers endless opportunities for outdoor fitness.
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North Georgia for Families
In and around Dahlonega, Georgia, families can find plenty to keep them entertained for a weekend or a week. Here are top attractions, plus tips on where to stay and eat.
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Santa Fe, New Mexico for Kids
Known for its sophisticated cuisine, marvelous art galleries and boutique shopping, Santa Fe is a playground for grownups. But there's plenty appealing for kids, too.
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RV Packing Checklist
Pop-up campers, or "folding camping trailers," make for hassle-free camping, especially for families. Here's what you can keep stored in your camper at all times.
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Family Beach Vacation Packing List
Packing for a major beach vacation with children can be overwhelming. Use this handy checklist and you won't forget a thing!
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Telluride, Colorado’s 5 Best Fests
Visitors from all over the world descend upon the mountain town of Telluride for events as varied as the highly regarded Film Festival and the unusual Mushroom Festival.
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Southern California Theme Parks
Southern California is a mecca for major theme parks, zoos and water parks. Here's what's new at Legoland, California Adventure, Six Flags Magic Mountain and more.
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Beaver Creek, CO for Families
This upscale ski resort is a gem for families in winter or summer. The best place to stay if money is no object? The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek.
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Houseboating on Utah's Lake Powell
Lake Powell is 186 miles long, stretching across southern Utah and dipping into Arizona. Renting a houseboat is the best way to explore and enjoy this vast body of water.
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Denver's 5 Best Festivals
The Mile-High city of Colorado celebrates its western heritage, art, food, beer and the winter holidays with special events that draw visitors from all over the world.
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2007 Summer Festivals in Aspen
The chic ski resort of Aspen, Colorado, morphs into festival central as soon as June arrives in the Rocky Mountains. Mark your calendar with these key dates.
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Mazatlan, Mexico for Families
Here are some kid-friendly accommodations and activities for families traveling to Mazatlan, Mexico's largest Pacific port.
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New Hampshire Attractions for Kids
Besides simply hiking, biking and otherwise playing in the scenic NH mountains, families on vacation here can enjoy a number of major attractions. Here are six faves.
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Family Friendly Denver Hotels
Six centrally located Denver, Colorado, lodging options that offer great amenities for families.
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Travel Activities for Kids
Whether your family is traveling by car, bus, boat or plane, these portable travel activities will help your kids as young as age 2 pass the time--and help you stay sane.
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Maui, Hawaii Activities
The slice of heaven that is "The Magic Isle" offers visitors plenty of options for sightseeing and outdoor fun on your next Maui vacation.
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Aspen, Colorado on a Budget
Here are eight free and discounted ways to enjoy the tony ski town of Aspen, including cheap dining, lodging, activities and more.
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Denver Activities for Kids
If a family vacation takes you to Denver, Colorado, you'll want to spend some time enjoying one or more of the capital city's major kid-friendly attractions.
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What is Letterboxing?
Letterboxing is a child-friendly hobby that can be enjoyed outdoors; try it on your next family vacation!
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Hiking in Moab, Utah
Moab, Utah, is a mecca for mountain bikers. But if you have no intention of hopping on a two-wheeler, hiking is an ideal alternative. Here's one visitor's experience.
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Hurricane on the Bayou - IMAX Film
A movie about the epic storm that hit New Orleans also acts as a call to action to halt the degradation of the area's wetlands. It opens in March at the IMAX in Denver.
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Aspen, Colorado for Kids
On an Aspen vacation, kids can leave their parents behind with fun camps and classes targeted to the shorter set. Plus, activities the entire family can enjoy together.
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Summer in Aspen
The chic ski resort of Aspen, Colorado, offers even more variety of activities in the glorious warm-weather months.
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Palm Springs, California for Kids
This desert resort for retirees actually has lots of fun indoor and outdoor tourist attractions for children, too.
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Glenwood Springs Attractions
A visit to Glenwood Springs, Colorado, isn't complete without a soak in the gigantic hot springs pool and a steam in natural vapor caves.
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Durango, Colorado for the Family
With upbeat restaurants, museums, parks and railroads, there are plenty of attractions to keep the kids entertained in this historic mountain town
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