Tagged: family

'Paddington in Peru' Filming Locations: Follow the Beloved Bear's South America Adventure

In the third Paddington film (premiering in U.S. theaters Friday, Feb. 14), the beloved bear and London expat travels back to his native Peru to visit his Aunt Lucy, now living in the…

New Royal Caribbean Discount Codes: 60% Off Second Guest and Kids Sail Free

Cruise "wave season," the prime period for discounts, is here, and two worthwhile new deals from Royal Caribbean have just ridden the surf into vacationers' wallets.From now until…

Disney World Brings Back Free Meals in 2025, but Is Disney's Dining Plan Really Worth It?

Deal alert! Walt Disney World in Florida is bringing back its Disney Dining Plan for a limited period in mid-2025. Historically, the Orlando-area resort has whipped out its food plan…

How to Get Rid of Airplane Ear? You Could Try This "Hot Cup" Trick from TikTok

Clogged ears on a flight can be annoying at best and acutely painful at worst. A viral TikTok clip claims to have the solution.  Airplane ear, as the condition is known (or ear…

10 Great Fall Foliage Family Trip Ideas in 10 Different U.S. States

Think differently about family getaways this autumn. Instead of looking at leaves through a car window, find new ways to surround yourself with the brilliant colors of September,…

Discounts for Disney Due to Softer Bookings: See the Current Sales

Everyone knows a Disney parks vacation costs a lot. Disney was once a byword for whimsy and quality, but it seems like in our era, "expensive" has replaced "magic" as the single…

25 Incredible Free Museums in London

Last update: August 20, 2024London can be an expensive vacation. Thanks to landing fees, flying there hits hard, and once you arrive, high average nightly hotel rates do even more…

35 Great Places To Take Your Kids on Vacation

Late update: August 20, 2024In this selection of 35 destinations, we cover highlights from seven categories that will inspire even the most jaded child or world-weary parent. We'll…

Disney Is About to Gut Magic Kingdom, Fans Are Furious, and You Don't Have Much Time

We've had plenty of warning signs that the current management of the Disney brand doesn't understand or appreciate their roles as stewards of priceless Americana.  For the last few…

How We Helped to End Family Seating Fees, the Worst Airline Junk Fee Ever

About ten years ago, airline greed reached a new low when every carrier in the nation refused to waive seating fees for families with young children to sit together inflight.  I was at…

U.S. Forbids Airlines from Charging Families to Sit Together

There's been another big win for consumers at the U.S. airports.  On Thursday, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that it has proposed a rule that forbids commercial…

Which Disney Cruise Private Island Is the Best? Fans Warn One of Them Isn't Very Relaxing

By the end of 2024, Disney Cruise Line (DCL) will have six ships in operation, with two more in the pipeline. That's double the fleet the company had 12 years ago, when a single…

The Cost of Visiting Universal Epic Universe Will Gut Your Bank Account—and Disney's

There's a famous event from the history of architecture that serves as a warning to companies that assume competitors could never catch up. In the late 1920s, the Empire State…

Opening Dates for Orlando's Big Summer 2024 Attractions—and Should You Care?

This year, it's as if the USA's most popular tourist destination is holding its breath. Most summers, Orlando's theme parks construct a new blockbuster ride or two to attract families…

The 7 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make on a Walt Disney World Vacation

Underplanning In Disney's drive to increase profit centers, the company has changed its basic theme park experience. Now every visitor must plan somewhat or pay a price. To eat at the…

The Best Disney World Hotels and Resorts That Are Close to the Theme Parks

Disney resorts will never be worth what Disney charges for them. The idea of spending $600–$900 a night for a room with laminate floors, basic platform beds, and not even bathrobes…

Fall Family Fun at Orchards and Farms Across the United States

For many families, including mine, hauling the kids out to a farm in the autumn so they can get specks of itchy hay under their shirts, pick vegetables and fruits they won’t eat, and…

Airline Introduces Child-Free Zone So Grown-Ups Can Enjoy "Quiet" Flights

A European airline will cordon off the first 12 rows of its A350 aircraft to create an adults-only area where no one under the age of 17 may sit. “This zone in the aircraft is intended…

Martha's Vineyard for Families: Cool Things to Do with Kids and Teens

Martha’s Vineyard is generally thought of as a family vacation destination, and one that’s been written about a lot. At this point, you probably know that Mad Martha’s ice cream…

Can Kids Use TSA PreCheck with Their Parents? Sometimes. Here's How to Know

TSA PreCheck, that speedy blessing for frequent travelers, is also a boon for families. Nobody likes standing in line, least of all kids, and no parent looks forward to wrestling with…

Best U.S. National Park Lodges for Families

From erupting geysers at Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon in Arizona, America's best national parks feature some of the most beautiful sights that nature has to offer. These national…

What’s the Deal with Connecting Hotel Rooms—And How Can You Book Them More Easily?

Much like trying to book airplane seats next to each other, finding connecting rooms at hotels isn’t as easy as it should be. Families or groups with five or more people are often…

The Disney Wish Cruise Ship: Our Photos and an Honest Review

The Disney Wish is the fifth custom-built ship to join the Disney Cruise Line fleet, joining the smaller Disney Magic (1998), Disney Wonder (1999), Disney Dream (2011), and Disney…

Family Vacation in Puerto Rico! These Resorts are Good with Kids

Puerto Rico is back! After Hurricane Maria’s devastation and Covid’s exclusion, the best hotels have been rebuilt, refreshed, and reopened—and families are returning.  Some popular…

6 Crucial Things Parents Can Do to Childproof a Vacation

Once parents have planned and booked a family trip to a new destination, the next thing they should do is ensure every step will be childproof. That starts with using an approved child…