PLACES TO GO

Not many parents plan for a Walt Disney World date night when they visit the resort, and we think they’re missing out. I hear it all …

NCL’s Harvest Caye offers shopping, adventure sports, an enormous pool and pool bar. But to get off the island and explore the real Belize, book a shore excursion or a ticket on the ferry to Placencia, a charming beach town. Here’s how to enjoy 1 day in Harvest Cay, Belize with kids.

I had the good luck to be invited down to Lafayette, Louisiana for Mardi Gras and I made a few excellent discoveries while I was …

I review the Fairmont Southampton and the Hamilton Princess. Their beaches, restaurants, pools and more. I also tell which is better for a Bermuda vacation with kids.

Here are 7 surprising winter vacations with kids: Choose to embrace the cold,escape to someplace warm or take advantage of off-season discounts.

On any city vacation we take, admission fees to museums and other cultural institutions are one of our biggest expenses. For art, history and even …

Bellaeyre is a great Catskill Mountain resort for learning to ski. Here is where to stay, what to do and where to eat on Hudson Valley ski weekend with kids from NYC.

These 13 U.S. hotels have beautiful Christmas decorations and fun activities From Thanksgiving to New Year. Book a night in one as a gift to your whole family.

Bahia Principe Sian Ka’an is an upscale all-inclusive resort on the Mayan Riviera that is perfect for some kid-free couple time and a good value, too.

A Lake Tahoe weekend with kids: Off-Season ski resort fun, more things to do + hotel recommendations.

Heading to Disney World or Disneyland soon? Here are tips on how to avoid lines using Disney’s incredibly handy FastPass service. First-timers and Disney veterans …

Nemacolin Woodlands, in Southern Pennsylvania offers 2 luxury hotels and private houses, great kid-friendly restaurants, adventure activities and a huge pool. It’s perfect for an upscale family vacation.

In a bookstore in Portland, Oregon we spotted a book called This is Portland: The City You’ve Heard You Should Like. It pretty well summed …

Cruise review: My family took the NCL Getaway from Miami to the Western Caribbean. Here is what we liked and didn’t, plus 11 tips for enjoying the ship with kids.

Prague has become one of the most popular travel destinations in Europe. It’s high on the list of young single travelers, retirees and backpackers, but …

Here are 5 things to do in Miami, Florida with kids and tweens. They’ll give you an authentic taste of this colorful beach city on a weekend or pre-cruise vacation.

My family recently visited Cuba for the first time, and as with most of our vacations, we did so by cruise ship. Since we’ve come …

Tween Traveler headed off on a two-night camping adventure with her scout troop trip in early June, leaving Rich and I free to take our …

Queensland should be on the top of every family’s list of things to do on a vacation to Australia. With its pristine beaches, the iconic …

The Berkshires are one of those regions that looms in my mind as a summer vacation paradise.  The region stretches along the spine of Route …

I love Canada for family vacations. It offers a taste of French, Scottish, Irish and British cultures without the long flight to Europe. It also …

Print the only Caribbean Vacation Packing List You’ll Ever Need. Tips for planning and packing for a Caribbean getaway with kids. Plus a printable packing list so you don’t forget anything

Thinking of a Royal Caribbean cruise vacation with kids? Here are 5 expert tips for choosing the best ship, cabin and packages for your family.

For a low-key Caribbean vacation with teens or tweens, head to the West End of Grand Bahama Island, which offers sport fishing, eco tours & delicious seafood.

Chicago is a popular weekend destination for families, but the city has more than enough things to do to fill a four-to-six day trip. And …

London is full of great activities for families with any age kids. Here are 20 things to see and do, including 5 Palaces and 2 Harry Potter Activities.

With its reliably warm weather and wide open spaces,  Australia is a prime spot for a family vacation with bicycles. In case you’re headed Down Under …

Yes, a child changes your life in a big way, especially in the first few years. So getting a last chance to spend quality time …

Hanoi, Vietnam is an easy city to visit with kids. Here are our top 10 things to do, see and eat. Plus a visit to Halong Bay.

Disney Cruise Line vacations cost more than other similar cruises. Here are 9 resourceful tips to plan, book and enjoy the best cruise possible with your Kids.