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Bandelier National Monument in northern New Mexico provides a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy nature while learning about the civilizations that lived in the region for over 10,000 years. Kids will love climbing ladders into ancient cliff dwellings - but there are some things you need to know before you go!
Tamara Gruber
This guide requires train travel as it is 100% the best way to get around Italy as a family. You will be surprised at how modern, affordable, and efficient the high-speed trains are! So, let’s dig into this classic Italy itinerary, perfect for families booking their first trip to Italy seeking the best experience possible.
Kirsten Maxwell
Many families think a place like Fiji just isn’t for them. They picture it as a place for couples, not for kids. In reality, it’s both. We’ve visited over 30 countries with our kids, and we found Fiji to be extremely welcoming. In particular, for families traveling with young children. Here are ten reasons why Fiji is an obvious choice for your next family vacation:
KyAnn Lewis
Up until 2022, you may have never heard of the tiny country of Qatar on the Arabian Peninsula. It was the unlikely (and controversial) host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. However, what really put Qatar on the map was its immense reserves of liquified natural gas — the third largest in the world — and the resulting riches. Make no mistake about it — Qatar is a wealthy nation with the fourth highest GDP per capita in the world. But it’s also a place rich in architecture, culture and innovation.
Shellie Bailey-Shah
AAA Central Penn, through its AAA Cares program, has donated free copies of a children’s book about a globe-trotting kitty cat to local public libraries.
Shannon JonesNaia Resort & Spa in Belize Review
Belize is appealing for lots of reasons – beautiful weather, fascinating history, lush landscapes and easy access from the US. There’s also no need to worry about a language barrier, as English is the official language.
KyAnn Lewis
After visiting close to 20 of the best Christmas markets in Europe, I’m often asked about the best Christmas markets in Germany for kids. There are endless choices, and each one offers something a little different from the others, but we found some of our favorites that kids are sure to love.
Kirsten Maxwell
In the aftermath of the Maui fires, the need to reshape how visitors experience Hawai’i has become more apparent.
Tykesha Burton
You only have 18 years of vacations with your kids so you want to make each one count. Family Travel Passport helps you do just that. Amy Short with AAA Travel joins us on this episode to talk about this great free new tool to help families create their family vacation plan.
Shannon Jones
Are you ready for a New England summer? Picture sunburnt noses, beach hair, lobster rolls, and cute New England coastal towns awash in the blues and purples of hydrangea blooms and pinks of meandering beach roses. Imagine walking by the ultimate cottage core aesthetic with cedar shingles, colorful lobster buoys, and crushed shell pathways.
Tamara Gruber
With attractions like Jurassic World VelociCoaster — which tops out at an eye-watering 70 miles per hour — and spine-chilling annual festivities like Halloween Horror Nights, it can be easy to think that Universal Orlando is only meant for thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies. While Universal has certainly perfected the formula on their hair-raising rides and events, the park also has plenty to offer to families with young children.
Tarah Chieffi
Elevate your experience at picture-perfect destinations, including Yosemite, Joshua Tree and the Grand Canyon
Kate Loweth
When you think of cruising with kids, most families look to cruise lines like Princess, Disney, or Royal Caribbean, which offer huge ships with roller coasters, waterslides, nightly shows, and massive 24-hour buffets. While these ships certainly have lots to offer families, there’s something magical about the relaxed atmosphere and personal attention provided by small-ship cruises.
Kate Loweth
Every winter, photos of snow covered Lapland Finland fill my Instagram feed. While winter looks absolutely stunning, and staying in an ice hotel sounds amazingly cool (literally), I’m more of a warm weather gal. Fortunately for me, summer’s also a magical season to visit Finland. Here’s 8 reasons to consider a visit to Lapland Finland during midnight sun season instead.
KyAnn Lewis
Perhaps no other US location has the diversity of Alaska when it comes to hiking. From casual strolls to hardcore alpine scrambling, the state proves itself over and over again as a destination of choice for trekkers. Those seeking solitude should venture out of the main city centers and tackle trails not usually traveled by the casual Alaska visitor.
Erin Kirkland
There’s something familiar, cozy and laid-back about Florida. It often draws me in when I want to get away for awhile. It’s familiar and breezy to navigate, yet feels far enough to be a tropical getaway. I usually spend time on the Gulf coast for trips, or near Daytona Beach to see family. But this time I checked out a new destination.
Eileen Cotter Wright