Is your family ready to discover domestic travel? If so, you’ll savor the convenience and ease of stateside exploration. And you won’t have to wrangle family passports, stand for hours in customs lines, or deal with language barriers. Yet, you’ll gain access to a broad selection of experiences in climates ranging from arctic to tropical. Which family vacations are you dreaming about? From the wilds of Alaska to the forests of Pennsylvania, the paradisiacal beaches of Hawaii to California’s picturesque Carmel Valley, check out these amazing destinations!

Whether you’ve got preschoolers or preteens, we’ve collected these 10 fun and simple Valentine’s crafts for kids. They’ll engage your family’s imaginations and inspire them to explore their creative sides. Best of all, nothing spruces up the dreary end to winter like celebrating a holiday devoted to love. So, gather the ribbons, construction paper, glue, glitter, and more, then get ready to make keepsakes that’ll brighten up your home and fill it with warmth and cheer this February.

Has your family ever made a family travel bucket list? It’s a wonderful way to get the older kids engaged and narrow down places to visit while the kids are still home. With that in mind, here are eight stellar bucket-list family vacation ideas to fuel your imagination, help you expand your horizons, and get you dreaming of the years to come.

When it comes to Africa for kids, where should you go? Nothing beats a “Big Five” safari on the search for iconic creatures like lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and Cape buffalo. Populations of these animals exist in parks across South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, and Botswana. You can up your odds of spotting these fantastic animals on a wildlife safari to one of these nations. Here’s a basic breakdown of what each country has to offer so that you can start narrowing in on the perfect destination for your Africa adventure.

Fun ways to help your kids engage with the world abound. Use these travel from home ideas as a jumping-off point for many exciting and educational adventures. While you enjoy the warmth and coziness of your home during the winter months, you and your kids can head out on countless imaginative adventures. Check out these travel from home ideas for curious families.

Whether you choose to swim with whale sharks in Baja, bicycle through the Loire Valley, or get the inside scoop during a sumo wrestling lesson in Japan, an active family adventure should connect you and your family with nature or local culture. It should also lead to the creation of wonderful memories you’ll treasure forever. Here are six kid-friendly ideas for inspiration.

Where to go in 2021? To answer this question, we’ve got new priorities and considerations to bear in mind, from cleanliness to access to local support. Monitoring destinations for changing restrictions and updates will also remain important. Here’s a look at some family adventure travel possibilities your family will love in 2021.

An African safari for families is an unforgettable bucket list destination. It comes with opportunities to show kids abundant wildlife and wilderness while instilling in them valuable lessons about conservation and sustainability. A life-changing experience that will create memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime, here’s what you need to know about planning a safari vacation in Africa.

Ah, the holidays! Black Friday Sales, Doorbuster Deals, and eggnog lattes. The season can feel hectic if we don’t set aside time to count our blessings. Now’s the perfect moment to acknowledge those who are less fortunate than ourselves by paying it forward. Fortunately, there are excellent gift ideas for kids that are meaningful, spread a little holiday cheer, and encourage global awareness. Here’s our top picks for 2020.

How do you alleviate cabin fever until you’re ready for your next international family vacation? Countless fun ways of taking some time for yourself and your family exist, from local vacations to new culinary experiences. Keep reading for unique ways to stay engaged this winter with virtual travel experiences, self care tips, exclusive events, and more.