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30+ Good Places for Family Vacation in the USA, Canada and Mexico

There are lots of good places for family vacations but it can be difficult to choose from so many options. We've put together 30+ ideas for family trips around North America for every season and budget, from camping trips to beach vacations. See what our favorites are and which destination YOU would pick!

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East Coast Maine

Winter in Maine: the Beautiful Trip You Didn’t Know You Needed

Maine in winter is more fun than you might realize. From the beautiful ski slopes to visiting lighthouses while ice drifts by, there are tons of great things to do in Maine in the winter months. See our recommendations for where to visit and activities, including information on how cold it gets and road conditions.

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Florida Travel Southeastern US

25+ Cool Places To Visit In Florida

There are more cool places to visit in Florida than you can plan for in a year, but you can see a lot in just one visit. From beaches to historic neighborhoods and beautiful cultural communities, see what towns and destinations we most recommend for planning a trip to Florida.

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East Coast Maine

The Ultimate Winter Sports Trip to Maine – Skiing, Snowshoeing and More

A winter sports trip to Maine is a great way to have a blast in the snowy months, with beautiful views and lots of skiing opportunities. Whether you're looking for alpine skiing, cross country trails, snowshoeing or even snowmobiling, this is the plan for you. And you get to finish off with a spa stay to help your body recover. Our week of fun in the snow is a great way to enjoy the Maine outdoors in winter.

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Florida Keys Florida Travel Southeastern US

Awesome Things to Do in the Florida Keys with Kids

There are tons of awesome things to do with kids in the Florida Keys, and we've picked 25 great activities that you can enjoy on your trip too. From Key Largo to Key West, we've got free and cheap things to do as well as the coolest family friendly tours in the Florida Keys.

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East Coast New York

NYC in Winter: Having the Best City Break Possible in the Coldest Months

Visiting NYC in winter is a really smart way to get to experience the best of New York, and even good on the budget. From what to expect with the cold weather to indoor activities and ideas for planning a great trip, we've got lots of tips for an unforgettable winter visit to New York City.

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Alaska Pacific Northwest

Visiting Anchorage, Alaska in Winter: Fun Things to Do and Unique Adventures

Visiting Anchorage, Alaska in winter might seem crazy but it's actually tons of fun and absolutely beautiful. See what it's actually like to travel to Alaska in the winter months, including all of the great things to do in the Anchorage area. It's an unforgettable trip and worth planning!

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Alaska Pacific Northwest Travel Planning

Alaska Winter Vacation: How to Have an Incredible Trip (and things to do)

Have you wanted to visit Alaska in the winter but weren't sure if you should? You SHOULD! We've answered all the questions about visiting Alaska in winter from how to pack to where to go, temperature concerns to fun things to do in limited daylight. Check it out and start planning your own amazing Alaska winter trip today!

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Florida Keys Florida Travel Southeastern US

Unique and Memorable Florida Keys Vacation: How To Plan, What to Do

Whether it's your first or your tenth trip to the Florida Keys, you want it to be a unique vacation experience. We've been many times and try to choose memorable things to do with each visit, so we've put together our tips for how we plan a different sort of trip that allows us more time together enjoying not-the-usual Florida Keys trip.

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Florida Keys Florida Travel Southeastern US

The Blue Flamingo Resort: Key West’s BEST Family Hotel

The Blue Flamingo Resort Key West is a great option for a budget visit to the Florida Keys, and it's the most family-friendly hotel in Key West. From the largest pool in KW to a free shuttle to downtown see why we like the Blue Flamingo Resort for a family vacation. (This is formerly the Gates Hotel & 24 North Hotel, but is much better now as a larger renovated resort).

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Arizona Colorado Nevada

Denver to Las Vegas Road Trip Loop: the Breathtaking American West

The road trip from Denver to Las Vegas and back is one of the most epic journeys in the American West. Check out this plan to visit up to 7 National Parks, iconic towns, Route 66 and more on our 10 day road trip including Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada and Utah.

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California SoCal Southwestern US

Enjoying Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley: Great Things to Do and See

Palm Springs is known for being THE place to go for sunshine in winter, but it's more than that, including being one of the most inclusive destinations in the USA. See our top picks for a fun, active trip to Palm Springs including hiking, museums, Joshua Tree National Park and more.

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Disney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Best Things to Do in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Just One Day

If you've only got one day in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, do you know how best to spend your time? We've picked our favorite things to do in the park and what we think is worth waiting for (and what are okay wait times) to make the most of getting to spend a day in the Magic Kingdom.

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Florida Travel Southeastern US

Visiting Beautiful Sarasota and Venice, Florida: a Gorgeous Weekend Trip

Visiting Sarasota and Venice, Florida is a great idea for an inclusive, welcoming destination with amazing beaches and great opportunities for museums and the outdoors. Check out our weekend plan or turn it into your whole vacation. Sarasota County is gorgeous and a really fun place to explore with kids.

Taylor Family with David Statue in Sculpture Garden at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Sarasota Florida 1

Florida Travel Southeastern US

The Amazing Ringling in Sarasota: Awesome Art and Circus History

The Ringling in Sarasota, Florida is more than the estate of the famous circus man. With several buildings dedicated to circus history, the Ringling Museum of Art, beautiful gardens and the historic Ca' d'Zan residence, you'll be amazed at all that awaits you here. See how to plan a day and what to expect when you visit the Ringling.

East Coast Maine

Kennebunkport Weekend Plan: Great Things to do in Maine’s Quaintest Town

Kennebunkport, Maine is a beautiful town and makes for the quintessential New England weekend trip. Full of fun things to do and really good food (lots of lobster), Kennebunkport can be an active getaway or perfectly relaxing. See our tips for visiting and recommendations for where to stay.

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Parenting

Best EASY Camping Science Activities For Kids

We love camping with our kids and getting to do fun science activities while we're camping is awesome. We've got a handful of easy science lessons you can mix into a camping trip that don't require a ton of knowledge or supplies. Perfect for ages 5-11, add some learning to your camping trip!

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East Coast Maine

Fall in Maine: Beautiful Road Trip with Changing Colors and Lighthouses

The fall road trip through Maine is everything you need to get the beautiful fall colors, hiking in Acadia National Park, and experiencing the beautiful of the Highlands in Millinocket and Baxter State Park. See our picks for leaf peeping, apple picking and small towns that exude the beauty of Maine in autumn.

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Alaska Pacific Northwest Travel Planning

Juneau or Anchorage for an Alaska Trip Home Base? We’ve Got the Answers

If you're not sure if you should be based out of Juneau or Anchorage for an Alaska trip, we've got answers and the simple things to consider to decide where you should make your hub for a great Alaskan adventure. And remember, you can always go back to the other option for a future trip...

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Florida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

Epic Universe at Universal Orlando: a Complete Rundown, Opinions and Cost

Epic Universe at Universal Orlando has been much anticipated, but does it meet the hype? We've got the full scoop on what we thought was good and what was a let down, including tips to make your visit worthwhile. Universal Orlando is really cool and fun, but should Epic Universe be the highlight for you? Honest opinions ahead...

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Alaska Pacific Northwest

Visiting Haines, Alaska: Great Things to Do and AWESOME Wildlife Encounters

Visiting Haines, Alaska is a totally different sort of trip with lots of things to do and so much wildlife to see. We've put together activities and sights enough for at least three days of fun, likely five days and suggestions for how to plan this adventure.

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Alaska Pacific Northwest

Great Things to do in Ketchikan, Alaska: Spending Several Days Exploring

There are so many things to do in Ketchikan, Alaska than you can fit into a single day from a cruise ship. We have the full scoop on planning a trip specifically to Ketchikan and a great plan to have a fun visit to Southeast Alaska.

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Alaska Pacific Northwest Travel Planning

Alaska’s Inside Passage WITHOUT a Cruise Ship – How to Enjoy Southeast AK on Your Own

Exploring Alaska's Inside Passage without a cruise ship is a fun, beautiful adventure that no many people get to experience. See how you can get from port to port on your own, what sights and activities you'll find, and even a great itinerary for your trip to Southeast Alaska.

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East Coast New York

Fun Weekend in New York City – Iconic Sites and Things to do for Any Age

Spending a weekend in New York City is a blast, whether you've got kids or you're doing it on your own. See what we recommend for a fun weekend trip to NYC and how to plan a great adventure for any interests.

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Peru Travel Planning

Epic Amazon Rainforest Trip: the Treehouse Lodge in the Peruvian Amazon

Staying at the Treehouse Lodge in the Amazon Rainforest is the single most unforgettable experience our family has had. Located in the Peruvian Amazon, this all-inclusive treehouse resort is small, beautiful and more affordable than you expect. See what we loved and why this is our top pick for an epic family adventure in the Amazon jungle.

Florida Travel Southeastern US

Florida Road Trip from North to South: 2 Weeks, Jax to Miami Plan

This Florida road trip plan can be done over a 2 to 3 week period, covering the beaches, history and nature from Jacksonville the Gulf Coast, the Everglades and Miami. Choose the best road trip stops and plan for an unforgettable family vacation to Florida.

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Hawaii Travel Tips and Plans

How to Spend a Fun Weekend in Honolulu: adding Oahu to a Hawaii Trip

Spending a weekend in Honolulu as part of a trip to Hawaii is a fun and different sort of experience. There's much more to a visit than just Waikiki Beach including history, hiking and great food. See our recommendations for how to spend 2-3 days in Honolulu on Oahu.