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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.

Istanbul's Istiklal Caddesi - Street of Cafes

Istanbul Family-Friendly Hotels And Restaurants

In the past decade, tourism to Istanbul, Turkey has increased significantly, with families from around the world crowding its hotels and restaurants. The year 2011 saw more than 31.3 million visitors pour US$23 billion into the Turkish economy. With a steady flow of dollars, the latest technologies...

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Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia Hotels And Resorts

Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia Hotels And Resorts

For a classic or colonial multi-generational getaway, select from one of Colonial Williamsburg's official hotels or review other Williamsburg area family-friendly lodging in historic southern Virginia.  Although there are numerous hotels and motels in Williamsburg to accommodate the more...

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Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort, Lake Placid

Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort, Lake Placid, New York

Families and outdoor enthusiasts alike will enjoy the down-home feel and state of the art eco-friendly accommodations at Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort in Lake Placid, New York. The town of  Lake Placid, a longtime favorite of families and adventure vacationers alike, is the heart of Adirondack...

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B and Bs Test Political Humor to Showcase Their Styles

The B&B industry has pulled out the boxing gloves and, with a totally tongue-in-cheek approach, is poking fun at the very symbol that has haunted them for years: the doily.  Can we help them dispel negative doily stereotypes?  Doily Decision 2012 was born this summer to bust the myths...

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The Canyons/ Grand Summit Resort Hotel

The Canyons And The Grand Summit Resort Hotel

Whether it's summer or winter, Utah's The Canyons / Grand Summit Resort Hotel offers a unique family adventure. Canyons is one of a trio of desirable mountain resorts in the Park City, Utah area that includes Deer Valley (posh, for skiers only) and Park City Mountain Resort (a snowboarder...

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RIU Hotels, Cancun, Mexico

Riu All-Inclusive Family Beach Resorts Of Cancun Mexico

We like the European style of the Riu Resorts brand, and the four Riu all-inclusives in Cancun like to have family vacationers enjoy their beaches, outdoor activities, and endless supply of really good food. Four resorts? The three current Riu Resorts in Cancun were joined by a new one in May...

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Paradisus Esmeralda Pirate Themed Pool

Paradisus All Inclusive Resort Brings Kid Butlers to Playa del Carmen

At Paradisus La Esmeralda, butlers welcome kids with a new “Freedom for Everyone” option that parents will love for their Riviera Maya family beach resort vacation.   Paradisus, La Esmeralda, a new family brand for the Melia portfolio of resorts around the world, has changed what...

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How to Pick A Vacation Rental Site: We Compare Homeaway and VRBO

As many condo-seeking families know, both Homeaway.com and Vacation Rental by Owner (VRBO) are widely used vacation rental sites. Homeowners who want to rent their homes and make a few bucks like to put their listing up. And holiday or vacation-seekers who'd rather rent a home in a preferred...

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Safety Tips For Hotel And Resort Vacations

Safety Tips For Hotel And Resort Vacations

Wondering how safe it is to let the kids wander around? The pros discuss how to make your resort vacation a safe, risk-free, stress-free experience. When travelers are surveyed about what is most important to them when planning a family vacation, the No. 1 answer isn't sunshine, a wealth of...

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Keswick Hall, Virginia

Keswick Hall, Virginia

A historic hunt country estate caters to tastefully upscale families seeking civilized rural getaways and scenic drives. Combine a century-old, Tuscan-style villa with the land of Thomas Jefferson called the “Eden of the United States” under the careful hand of new owners, and what do...

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