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Our reviews of the top family vacation destinations and trip ideas organized by keywords (Italy, Caribbean, teens, etc) and topic (snowsports, spa, etc) to make your research easier.

Jazz at Kitano

Asian Fusion Meets Jazz at Kitano

The Kitano New York on Park Avenue at 38th Street has long been the preferred and preeminent destination for discriminating Asian corporate travelers who appreciate the hotel’s quiet location and close proximity to Midtown Manhattan, and it’s quickly going to become a favorite of the...

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Obama's painting at his Barber Shop

Touring The Obama Neighborhoods Of Chicago

We walk through the Obama family's most cherished neighborhoods in Chicago, with Chicago Greeter Tours... There it is, a corner house on Hyde Park Boulevard, half hidden by trees and across a side street from a Byzantine-style synagogue: the home of the President of the United States. Chicago...

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Miami, Florida Attractions

Miami, Florida Attractions

For all the fun things to do in south Florida with any age in every season, check out this comprehensive Miami attractions guide. Miami, Florida -- once the playground of grandparents and later, European super models -- is also a great family destination. See what there is to do in the sunny city...

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Chefs on Break, Rome

When In Rome for the Second Time

With two vacation days there is only so much a family can do in Rome, but having been to the city once before, we chose modestly, only stopping at attractions that we could absorb in a short visit. A Centrally Located Hotel is Key to the City of Rome Landing at Fiumicino, we took a car service...

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New York City architecture

The Big Apple: My Trip to NYC

It was in April of 2011 that I visited New York City. I went with my grandmother (Mimi) and my best friend Hilori. We initially decided to make the trek from Orlando to New York because of a theater troupe that was performing in New Hampshire, but our travels brought us to the big city. Hilori and...

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View from the Top of the Rock of NYC

Taking a Bite Out of the Big Apple

Take a bite of the Big Apple simply and cheaply. Contrary to popular belief, it’s quite possible. Take the initiative and make this trip your own. I explored Manhattan. My advice: Think like a resident. Buy a weekly Metro card—I made the mistake of paying as I went. You’ll use...

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Mardi Gras Parade in Pensacola, Florida

Top Family Mardi Gras And Carnival Celebrations Around The World

February and March are the time for party-loving cultures and Catholics everywhere to celebrate Carnival, Carnaval, Carnevale, Mardi Gras and other pre-Lenten festivals. With the winter season comes Carnival. New Orleans' Mardi Gras, Rio de Janeiro's Carnaval and Venice's Carnevale...

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Time Square Plaza on a weekday evening

I <3 Hong Kong

My sister, Gladys, and I have traveled to a handful of places in Asia during the summer, and Hong Kong (HK) is by far our favorite place to visit. While the shopping and the food in HK are absolutely stunning, my favorite part about HK is the culture specific to the area that we stayed at, which...

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Washington DC Attractions

Washington DC Attractions

There are hundreds of free and low-cost attractions in Washington DC, America's capital, the place to celebrate all presidents and their legacies. One of DC's unique perks for families is Children's Concierge (877/888-5462), a special service that plans individual, supervised...

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Memphis, Tennessee And Martin Luther King Jr.

Memphis, Tennessee And Martin Luther King Jr.

With all the excitement about the new Martin Luther King Memorial in Washington DC, families should not miss an opportunity to visit "his" museum: The National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee. Each winter, this fascinating collection runs several special family programs in honor...

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