Staying at a hotel or resort with a water park, over-the-top pool area, or incredible lazy river can turn an average family vacation into one for the ages. And the good news is, these kinds of amenities aren’t just available when the weather is warm outside. Some of the best family resorts in the U.S. … [Read more…]
Many 50-somethings and seniors have an interest in staying active while traveling. Travel tour companies and others in the industry are taking note, offering both action-packed trips and soft-adventure options to appeal to Gen Xers and Baby Boomers. But even among tour companies that cater to the over-50 crowd, not every adventure is going to … [Read more…]
For the ultimate family beach vacation, nothing beats the clear blue water, white-sand beaches, and cooling tropical breezes of the Caribbean. There are lots of resorts to consider, but the best Caribbean family resorts are the ones that know how to cater to all ages with with spacious rooms, kids’ clubs, inclusive packages, and fun-filled … [Read more…]
I’ve been visiting the Disney theme parks since I was 4 years old. That means that, for most of my life, I’ve visited Walt Disney World in essentially the same fashion: book your resort, buy your theme park tickets, fly to Orlando International Airport, secure your Fastpass/Genie+/Lightning Lane reservation, eat popcorn. Rinse and repeat. Spaceship … [Read more…]
Whether you’re traveling with little kids, teenagers, or a mix of both, opting for an all-inclusive resort can be a smart move. But you’ll want to choose wisely to keep everyone in the group happy. My family has stayed at our fair share of all-inclusive resorts over the years, and I’ve learned a thing or … [Read more…]
2027 will be a big year for the cruise industry. Not only are nine new ocean ships and dozens of river and expedition vessels making their debut, but a handful of new cruise experiences are launching across brands and sailing styles. Think everything from expanded private islands and new itineraries to once-in-a-lifetime excursions and unique … [Read more…]
The screams. The jump scares. The movie-quality haunted houses. So many things about Halloween Horror Nights are similar, whether you attend the event in Orlando at Universal Studios Florida or on the West Coast at Universal Studios Hollywood. I can fly to Orlando in under two hours, so I attend Halloween Horror Nights there multiple … [Read more…]
Theme parks around come in all shapes, sizes, and themes. One of the newest to open in the United States is tucked away in a corner of the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) campus in Austin, Texas. Dubbed COTALAND, the park is themed around the thrilling world of high-speed car racing, which seems fitting since … [Read more…]
Disney Cruise Line is in the midst of an exciting era of expansion. Between now and 2030, the fleet will grow to 13 vessels, tripling in size since this current period of growth began with the launch of the Disney Wish in 2022. Three ships will launch in 2029 alone, including the first-ever Disney ship to … [Read more…]
Parents know that family vacations aren’t always the restful escape we hope they’ll be. When you’re trying to keep everyone in the family fed, entertained, and happy, there’s not a lot of time for relaxing. Trust me, I’ve been there. All-inclusive family resorts can make traveling with kids a lot easier by eliminating much of … [Read more…]