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Tips for Choosing Hotels when Traveling with Infants & Toddlers
Not all of us can afford to travel with nannies (we wish) so sharing your room with young children makes your choice of hotel extremely important.
Hello, Mr. President: Nice Place You Have Here
From Jefferson to LBJ, six presidential birthplaces, homes, mansions and plantations that are perfect for any family roadtrip.
Leaf Peeping Beyond New England: The Country is Bursting with Fall Foliage
Traditionally, we think of New England when we think of fall, but the seasons change throughout the country. We've picked a few less-than-obvious destinations for fall foliage travel…
Sticking Around NYC for a While? Where to House the Family
The pros and cons of hotels, furnished apartments and other long-term options for an extended stay in Manhattan.
Spending a Night in a National Park: Lodge, Tent or Open Sky?
A national park vacation can be one of the cheapest or one of the most expensive you can choose. Here are some of the considerations in deciding how you want to visit.
11 Day Hikes the Entire Family Can Do
There's really no perfect age for a trip to a national park, but here are eleven day hikes that are suited for families of all ages.
Nature, Food and History: A Weekend in the Hudson River Valley
Time and time again we at Frommer's are reminded that the majority of the traveling that Americans do is just within a few hours drive of home. After a three-day weekend to Hudson…
Park of the Week: Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park takes up more than 47,000 acres, and is perfect for hiking, biking, kayaking, bird watching, carriage rides and dozens of other activities. There are more than…
Take Me Out to the Ball Game (and Golf Course, Too)
Pitchers and catchers reported to spring training camps all over Florida and Arizona this week, meaning golf courses and sports bars all over both states are about to experience busy…
What Happens on a Long-Haul Flight with a Toddler in Tow?
My mission was to survive a 17-hour non-stop flight from New York to Bangkok -- in economy class -- with my toddler daughter Ella. The tactic was simple -- just wing it and hope her…
Mickey Does Hong Kong Proud, Mom Does Same for Kids
If you're heading east with the family, definitely don't miss a day at Hong Kong Disneyland. Though the year-old park has had its share of bad press in the region -- from rants about…
The Best Cruise Ships for Families with Children
Take it from the mouth of babes -- in this case, my almost four-year-old twin boys. They've been on 12 cruises and counting, the first at the ripe old age of nine months. Between us,…
Theme Pork: Prices Rise (Again) at Walt Disney World & Universal Orlando
Disney has once again raised the price of admission. It's the second time the Mouse has done this within a single year -- a rather unprecedented move even for them. Universal quickly…
From the Mountains to the Beaches to the Zoo: Pack up the Family for Three Days from $279
Ah, summertime. Time to head to the beach, head to the mountains, or head overseas, depending on what your family is like. Steering clear of Disney, we found a few deals for…
Swim in a Crater, Hike a Desert and Dig for Fossils: All Possible at a National Park
It's said that the United States is blessed by geography. Two coasts flanking an extraordinary mountain range called the Rockies; great, fertile, plains in the Midwest; and lush…
Washington, D.C. with Kids: Family-Friendly Restaurants
When it comes to food, kids can be as particular as a food critic, but less 'traditional' in giving their ratings. Our restaurants' selection will sure get four stars from all your…
Washington D.C. with Kids: Family-Friendly Accommodations
Some rooms are bigger than others -- see which hotels in Washington, D.C. can accommodate your family.
Family Travelers: A Compendium of Trip Planning Resources
An exhaustive list of tips, books, Web sites and other resources that will help you plan a getaway for the whole family, however defined.
Surprise Mom with Trip to Just About Anywhere with Boffo Bargains
She brought you into the world, so why not show her around the place? Several companies are currently promoting packages good for travel over Mother's Day -- this year falling on May…
Tag Along with the Kids to a Family Camp this Summer
Promising fun for the entire family, camp programs combining sports, science and nature programs put parents and their kids together for educational and physical adventure.
No Fleabag Stays for Fido: Resources and Deals for Traveling with your Pets
People love their pets -- so much so that there is an entire sub-industry out there of pet related leisure wear, accessories and travel gadgets. There is also a plethora of travel…
Take the Stress Out of Big Group Travel
Family reunions should be full of more hearty laughs than hassle. It's the planning, though, that usually turns out to be more of a pain. Not so much anymore. There are some excellent…
Expectant Mommies Start Packing: Time for a Babymoon
A new craze has hit the pre- and post-natal travel industry. Defined as a romantic getaway or quiet time spent together by expectant parents or parents and their new-born babies, say…
Generation Map: Summer Camps for the Entire Family
Who says sleep away camp is just for kids? Water skiing, archery, nature walks, every color punch you can think of, bug bites and Friday night pizza doesn't just have to be for the…
Giddyup! Dude Ranch Vacations for Your Own Home on the Range
Brush up on your slipknot-makin,' fire-startin', and S'mores-eatin' skills and get in touch with your inner cowboy or cowgirl. Any way you slice it -- even if you call it a "guest…