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Are you planning your first family trip to Israel? Then you’ll want some Israel travel tips from someone who knows the country inside out. Israel is the size of that …

Kenai Fjords National Park in Seward, Alaska is a National Park unlike any other. With road access to only Exit Glacier, the remainder of the park is accessible only by …

Bison wander through your campsite. Stars shine above your tent. The sound of waterfalls lull you to sleep. What better way to experience the world’s first national park than camping …

Whether just for one night or for the month of August, there’s an Eastern Shore getaway option for every family, every budget, and every vacation style.

Four years ago, my family left California for Washington DC. I can’t decide if I miss the mountains or the beaches the most. No, the Appalachian Mountains aren’t the same …

When people plan a trip to Orlando, it is usually to visit Disney. Universal Studios is also a big priority. As a family, we are a pretty driven, goal-oriented sort. I …

Travel in West Virginia is unique. It’s not about the museums at the next destination. It’s not about how many water slides are at a resort. Exploring West Virginia is a …

…it’s important to get the information you need in order to make reservations for the more crowded National Parks. Many of them have campsites that fill quickly with reservations on the first day they are opened. Here’s the information you need in order to plan for your summer and get the reservations you desire.

A few remaining groves of old California redwoods stretch like a ribbon along the northern coast of California where the giant trees have been growing for over 1,000 years. Redwood …

Cancun’s Hotel Zone has a seemingly unlimited number of accommodation opportunities. From all-inclusive high-rises to smaller, boutique hotels and luxury Cancun resorts, choosing one of the many hotel options can …

Every time I return to West Virginia, the beauty of its mountains and the friendliness of its people strikes me anew. What a pleasant change from my carefully-managed, packed-full daily …

It’s no secret that I love to travel with my kids. We’ve shared adventures from the Alps of Switzerland to the coastline of California. However, as much as I enjoy …

I watched her sky blue rain poncho ascending up and up. With her short legs, my little girl tackled each stair with a fearless determination as we ascended high into …

Can you find Slovakia on a map of Europe? No. Apparently you aren’t alone; Americans traveling to Europe seemingly haven’t discovered this hidden gem packed with national parks, towering mountain …

Visiting Atlanta doesn’t have to be expensive. A multitude of adventures await those who want to keep their wallet tucked away. The following is a list of our family favorites in the city-proper, the metro area, and beyond.

If you’re headed to Portland for a weekend with the kids, you’re in for a treat. It’s truly one of the country’s great towns, known for funky neighborhoods, food truck, …

Is your family looking for something more besides laying by the pool for your next getaway? How about infusing some adventure into your vacation? Then Costa Rica adventure travel is …

From the interstate, either I-79 or I-68, it’s easy to see that north central West Virginia is a beautiful area with heavily forested mountains along the Monongahela River. Living in …