It’s a joy to come together to feast and spend time with loved ones. But hosting Thanksgiving can also be a major hassle. These all-inclusive resorts will inspire your family to ditch the dishes in favor of a relaxing beach Thanksgiving vacation. Meliá Nassau Beach – The Bahamas Situated on a 1,000-foot stretch of spectacular […]
15 Best San Diego Attractions for Kids Plus Hotels & Restaurants for Families
September 6, 2018 120 Comments
San Diego County overflows with fun for families. There is plenty for all ages to enjoy in this sunny Southern California town. As a mom who lived in San Diego for 15 years and who returns regularly with her brood, here are my picks for the best San Diego attractions for kids. I’ve also included my favorite restaurants […]
Disney Aulani Pools and Water Features Will Wow Your Family
August 1, 2018 23 Comments
“Let’s build the greatest pool in the Hawaiian islands.” That’s the goal Disney CEO Bob Iger set when Oahu was chosen as the location for the first Disney hotel not adjacent to a theme park. Disney Aulani is home not only to one of Hawaii’s best hotel pools, but also the resort offers an array of […]
12 Fabulous Things to Do with Kids in Montpellier ~ France’s Most Youthful City
May 16, 2018 30 Comments
Montpellier is the best city in France that most North Americans have never heard of. This vibrant capital of the Languedoc-Rousillon region in Southern France bustles with fashionable college students and is home to the youngest population in all of France. I was once one of those young students. It’s been over 20 years since I […]
Oahu with Kids ~ Attractions the Whole Family Will Love
February 16, 2018 16 Comments
I’ve been visiting Hawaii since I was child, starting in the 1970s. I have many wonderful memories of Oahu in particular, many of which would never make it into any guidebook because they’re quite personal and meaningful only to me. I still smile when I think about the cute pedicab driver I had a teenage […]
Top 20 Things to Do at Atlantis Paradise Island Resort
November 20, 2017 18 Comments
Atlantis Paradise Island Resort is known worldwide for its amazing water adventures, white sand beaches, luxury accommodations and fine dining. Whether this resort on Nassau Paradise Island is on your bucket list or you’re planning a return visit, your vacation days will be packed with fun. Let’s countdown the top 20 things to do at Atlantis […]
The Best and Worst of Barcelona with Kids
November 1, 2017 84 Comments
Barcelona, the departure city for our 10-night Disney Mediterranean Cruise, just may be the friendliest ciy I have ever visited. Would I recommend a visit? Definitely! Would I go again? Probably not.
Sandy Toes Bahamas ~ Live the Luxurious Life on Your Own Private Island
October 25, 2017 36 Comments
Want to live the luxurious life like royalty, or at least like a Kardashian or professional football player? You can, for several days or hours at Sandy Toes Bahamas. Located on Rose Island, just three miles from Paradise Island and 20 minutes from Nassau by boat, this is where to go to truly escape it […]
10 Exciting Things to do in Alabama’s Gulf Shores with Kids
September 29, 2017 34 Comments
Okay, ladies. I have some brutal honesty that I need to share. We males need a little more excitement on family vacations. High tea at a swanky hotel? Not our thing. Character parades? They’re cute for a few minutes, but then it’s…meh. And don’t even get me started on shopping. We men desire something more. […]
10 Reasons to Choose Beaches Negril for Your Next Family Vacation
August 30, 2017 11 Comments
The array of relaxing and fun things to do at Beaches Negril Resort is almost overwhelming. Where do I even begin…the waterpark with lazy river and waterslides…the powdery beach and calm Caribbean waves…the Sesame Street character bedtime tuck-ins…the parades? Oh, I’ll just cover it all! Here are 10 reasons to choose Beaches Negril for your next […]
10 Best Beach Hotels for Kids ~ Recommended by Family Travel Experts
July 11, 2017 53 Comments
I asked some of the best family travel bloggers to tell us about their all-time favorite family-friendly beach hotels. From where to take a dip with babies and toddlers to the best beach hotel for active families, there’s sure to be something on this list that will appeal to you.
Friday Night Sound Waves ~ Free Music Concerts in Fort Lauderdale
June 16, 2017 3 Comments
Sandy beaches, good food, great hotels and incredible live music concerts are waiting for you in Greater Fort Lauderdale, Florida. If you like free music festivals, then you’ll love Friday Night Sound Waves. This 36-week live concert series in Fort Lauderdale is THE place to enjoy the South Florida tunes. Friday Night Sound Waves South Florida […]
10 Intriguing Things to Do Near Tokyo
April 28, 2017 41 Comments
Before I visited Japan, the images in my mind’s eye were mostly of bustling Tokyo. Busy intersections, hurrying business men in suits, neon signs, karaoke bars and Harajuku fashions are certainly an interesting part of modern Japan. But there’s so much more to experience just outside the world’s most populous metropolitan area. Check out these 10 intriguing […]
