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Cara is the jack of all trades. She started in fashion, but found her true passion in writing. After mixing the two into a fabulous cocktail of freelance writing about all things style, she started a family. Her 3 kids keep her Prada pumps moving as they explore the world one adventure at a time.

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Will the Government Shutdown Impact Your Family Travel Plans?

Cara HarringtonOct 4, 2013 9

Ah, the government shutdown...whatever your personal views, it is growing into an extremely messy situation for many people. There are stories pouring out of every facet of life. My heart goes out to all those people who are being…

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October is the Best Time To Travel – With or Without Kids

Cara HarringtonOct 3, 2013 30

I am not a fan of summer. I believe I have mentioned the things that ruin my personal trifecta of happiness - hot, hungry or tired. The warm weather violates at least one of those at every moment. It is also one of the peak times for…

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How to Avoid Family Sized Travel Fees

Cara HarringtonSep 30, 2013 16

Traveling for one can be filled with fees, taxes and inflated costs. Traveling with kids has always been a bit of a head-scratcher for me. I've heard many horror stories when it comes to flying with children and most of it had nothing to do…

Accommodations

Travel Discounts and Sales Aren’t Always Family Friendly

Cara HarringtonSep 27, 2013 6

Everyone loves a great deal. Who would pass on a saving a bundle? "Keep more money in my wallet? No thanks!" said no one ever. So, the promise of flash sales and discounts are a lure for us all and when you are trying to accommodate a large…

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Top 5 Tips for Cruising with Kids

Cara HarringtonSep 27, 2013 22

I have been lucky enough to go on several cruises in my life. My first was in 2004 for my honeymoon. It was a Royal Caribbean boat and, while I had a great time, it was a bit boring for me. Since then, ships have progressed to amazing…

Travel Tips

Top 5 Vacations Every Kid Should Experience

Cara HarringtonSep 25, 2013 18

I recall my parents dragging me on a trip to the east coast to see my aunt, who I adore, in my tweens. I didn’t want to leave my boyfriend at the time, nor did I want to spend ten hours in a car to see some giant cracked bell. I was…

Accommodations

Unique Accommodations and Hotels to Spice Up Your Travels

Cara HarringtonSep 23, 2013 19

I love an adventure. There is something about the thrill of experiencing something new, and maybe even a little daring, that can make a vacation even better than your average summer jaunt. My family makes a yearly pilgrimage to Florida to…

Travel Tips

Vacationing With Friends: Avoid the Drama

Cara HarringtonSep 20, 2013 20

I am picky to an annoying level, I am rather cheap but prefer quality over quantity, I have a strong distaste for chain restaurants (with the exception of Jimmy Johns which is home of the #14 and is like meat candy on a delicious baguette),…

Accommodations

How to Get the Best Hotel Rate

Cara HarringtonSep 19, 2013 26

By now, I am sure you know what a nerd I am for deals…and Harry Potter. And ‘The Walking Dead.’ And wine. You get the crazy picture. I thank my Great Aunt Yetta for passing down the discount hunting gene. She taught me that you should…

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Crocodile Found Under Hotel Bed – PHOTOS

Cara HarringtonSep 18, 2013 66

I have heard of finding odd and random things under hotel beds, but a crocodile?! That brings an entire new meaning to monsters under the bed. A man in Zimbabwe, Guy Whittall, got a large and dangerous shock when he woke up this morning.…

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