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Big Family? Big Fun! |8 things to do on Oahu with kids
Have you ever tried to order pizza for a crowd? It’s near impossible to make everyone happy and someone will always pick the mushrooms off their slice. The same goes for picking excursions when on vacation with a total of 9 people over 3 generations. On a recent ‘big’ family
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Dr. Seuss is on the Loose! A Seuss-tastical Voyage on the Carnival Freedom
Congratulations! Today is your day. You’re off to Great Places! You’re off and away! The cheerful, hopeful words of Dr Seuss’ Oh the places you’ll go! resonate as we step from the port of Galveston, TX onto the deck of the recently refurbished Carnival Freedom. A happy sign invites us
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Embassy Suites Waikiki Beach Walk: Large Families Welcome
Nobody told me that planning a vacation for a family with 4 kids would be a huge challenge. As anyone with more than 2 kids knows, many hotels require families to book 2 rooms (at twice the cost) to accommodate 6 people. Not the Embassy Suites Waikiki Beach Walk! The second
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Disneyland Glitters for its Diamond Anniversary
60 must be the new 30, because Disneyland is turning 60 years old this year and looking better than ever! The gates to this beloved theme park were first opened by Walt Disney on July 17, 1955 and, in the 60 years since, over 3 billion magical guest visits have taken
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The Phoenician: Arizona Sun for the Winter Weary
When it comes to winter getaways, Western Canadians are spoiled for choice, particularly when it comes to Arizona. Easy to get to, with a myriad of daily flights from most major Canadian cities, Phoenix is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts and families looking to reconnect with nature and each other.
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Kingston Plantation Resort: A Family Paradise
When you have kids, everyone assumes you want to plan every family vacation around amusement parks and restaurants that only serve chicken fingers and French fries. Luckily, cities like Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offer something for everyone in our family. A golfer’s paradise, the region features more than 100 courses
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Family Fun in the Flathead Valley: Kalispell Montana
The Flathead Valley in northwestern Montana lies between Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake, which holds the distinction of being the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River. More than that, it’s a piece of paradise. Between the valley and the lake, the area offers a plethora of outdoor recreation opportunities year-round,
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California Dreaming on a Monday, Monday
On rainy grey Monday, Monday, I know I’d be safe and warm if I were in LA (with respect to The Mama’s and The Papa’s!) and I’m definitely California Dreaming. Whether you’ve got a case of the Monday’s, or a case of the February’s or are just counting down the
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Couples Retreat at Lighthouse Court: A Historic Key West Inn
Every once in a while, if the stars align and negotiations are successful, parents can, after months of careful planning, take a trip without their kids! It’s a rare and glorious occasion when you can choose a location based on your desires rather than the needs of the children. Traveling
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4 Things You’ll Love about Key West!
Key West was on this girl’s bucket list for a long time. What’s not to like about a place with practically perfect weather, a vibrant history, legendary nightlife, plenty of family attractions and epic people watching? Here are my 4 favorite things about Key West. The Chickens Say what?
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