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Whether you’ve read Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat Pray Love or watched the movie adaptation starring Julia Roberts, nothing beats the heroine’s transformation through travel — and a hefty dose of yoga! At an ashram in India, she gains new insights about herself, the world around her, and (cliches aside) the meaning of life. Fortunately, you can […]

February 12, 2024

5 Sensational Yoga Vacations to Book Now

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Whether you want to add a thrill to family travel plans already in the works or you’re looking to plan something new, incorporating haunted history is a great idea. It brings your destination’s heritage to life. And even kids and teens who roll their eyes at lessons from the past will be engaged and entertained by these thrilling explorations. Keep reading to see which haunted history tours are right for your family.

October 24, 2023

7 Haunted History Tours to Thrill Your Whole Family

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From the streets and shops that inspired J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series in London to the eclectic bookshops of Buenos Aires and Tokyo, your family will never run out of fantastic spots to excite a lifelong love of reading when you head to the best cities for book lovers. Get ready for plenty of fun (and reading) to be had by all! Here’s our list of top choices.

July 18, 2023

5 Best Cities for Book Lovers and Their Kids

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Family travel is the ideal way to see some of the world’s most extraordinary art, whether it’s the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Italy or Anime and Manga studios in Japan. The vibrant murals of Peru and Argentina will call others, while France remains a solid option, especially for those interested in the masterworks of the Impressionists, Post-Impressionists, and beyond. Keep reading for five kid-friendly vacations for art lovers.

March 21, 2023

5 Kid-Friendly Vacations for Art Lovers

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When it comes to things to do in Paris with teens, you’ll find an endless array of potential activities. Some monuments and destinations are must-sees. They include icons like the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Elysées, and the Paris Catacombs. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting the “City of Lights” with older kids.

February 14, 2023

7 Amazing Things to Do in Paris With Teens

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Southern France with kids comes with countless opportunities to get back to nature while soaking up the local culture, from delicious country cuisine to fine wines and marvelous masterpieces by some of the world’s most famed artists. But don’t stop there! You’ll also want to step back in time to learn about Southern France’s Roman past or head to Les Baux de Provence to get your fill of medieval architecture. Here are 6 travel ideas to help you start planning your trip.

January 18, 2022

6 Irresistible Ideas for a Trip to Southern France With Kids

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There are countless things to do in Paris with kids, from savoring world-famous Maison Berthillon ice cream on the Île Saint-Louis to pony rides and puppet theaters at the Jardin du Luxembourg. Here’s our perfect 7-day Paris for families itinerary to get you started.

July 21, 2021

Paris for Families: The Perfect 7-Day Itinerary

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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.

December 31, 2020

6 Kid-Friendly Activities for an Active Family Adventure

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We all know our own limits when it comes to tasting and drinking wine.  And that’s obviously very important.  It’s just as important, however, to know your kids’ limits as well.  No, of course I don’t mean their limits with respect to tasting wine.  I mean their limits with respect to how many wineries they’ll […]

March 10, 2014

Know Your (Kids’) Limits – More on Winery Visits

You and your kids can enjoy a visit to wineries. You just need to know your kids limits and schedule other activities to keep them interested and happy.