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3 Unique Chicago Activities for a City Day Trip

Here’s what you may have missed, and what you should plan next during your stay in downtown Chicago...
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5 Countries with the Most Beautiful Beaches to Visit This Summer

Who doesn’t love the beach? The swift, blowing winds take the tension and worry away from you. The luring sunrises and sunsets present elegant and mesmerizing scenes. Beaches are probably the most visited places during the summer in many countries. Many families visit the beach to enjoy the summer holidays. The children play for hours
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5 Travel Tips for Immunocompromised Travelers During the Coronavirus Pandemic

COVID-19 has been a trying time for most of us, but particularly for people who are immunocompromised. Dealing with a weakened immune system means that you are more likely than most to not only catch the virus, and learning to navigate health precautions while traveling can be a big obstacle. As travel comes back on
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3 Simple Ways You Can Afford a Fun Vacation with a Limited Budget

Looking for a way to travel on a budget? Check out our three tips for getting a bang for your buck when planning your next vacation!
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Top 7 for la Famille à Paris

Paris, the city of light, has so much to offer all age groups. The city has something for everyone. Whether it be exploring the millions of parks, cafes, canals, museums, or just walking through the city itself, there are so many highlights. One of our writers, Lena Mobin, who currently lives in Paris has found
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Talking to Children About Being Judgmental: Judgmental Flower

As I travel throughout the U.S. and abroad almost weekly, I have the opportunity to do a lot of people watching. I am proud to say that the majority of the people that I have encountered and observed appear to be good, respectful, kind people. I am very concerned however that in the future that
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Tips for an Amazing Family Adventure in Muskegon, Michigan

Three hours from Chicago resides the hidden gem of Muskegon, Michigan. Located on Michigan’s west coast, this lakeside city is an ideal spot for your next family vacation. With plenty of dining, marine experiences, museums and, of course, Michigan’s largest theme park and water park, you and your family will find plenty of activities to
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Seeking Out Traditional Aruban Food

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1563559662563{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Seeking Out Traditional Aruban Food At tropical resorts, especially in colder seasons, the temptation is to stay put, grab a beach chair and chill, moving as little as possible and, usually, eating at one of the restaurants on the property. For those of us who live to eat, however, we like to
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A Portland, Oregon Family Vacation: Stop and Smell the Roses!

Looking for a unique location for your next family vacation? Then pack your bags for a trip to Portland, Oregon! Known as the “City of Roses” for its ideal climate to grow roses, this eco-friendly city is an ideal place to travel with your family. My sister, Catie Keogh, and I recently returned from a
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Cleveland: A Rockin’ Family Destination

Looking for a rockin’ good time for your next family destination? Look no further than Cleveland! Located on the Southern shore of Lake Erie, Cleveland is Ohio’s second largest city. Once known primarily for its manufacturing and industry, Cleveland has reinvented itself as a great family destination. From sports lovers to music lovers, this city
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4 National Parks To Visit this Winter

4 National Parks To Visit this Winter There are 4 National Parks you will want to visit in the USA this winter season. Often overlooked, Death Valley Park in California / Nevada is in my Top 10 list. Death Valley in winter is most pleasant, though crowded with baby-boom retirees. The vistas are unimaginable. Whether you lodge or
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5 Great Reasons to Choose Traveler’s Choice

Sponsored Post With a show called “Family Travel with Colleen Kelly” and another called “Trip Sisters”, it’s pretty clear that we do a lot of traveling. And what’s the one thing you simply can’t travel without? Luggage, of course! When you travel as much as we do, you learn pretty quickly that the quality and
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