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Want to win a Costa Rica family adventure or a sponsored trip to Washington D.C.? The National Geographic International Photography Contest 2014 for Kids launched on August 1st and runs until October 15th. The contest will be open for all…

Kids seem to fall into three categories when it comes to flying: excited little balls of curiosity who can't sit still or terrified drama queens who morph into squealing ninjas able to turn the back of someone's seat into kickboxing bag.…

Looking for a sweet vacation or just a place to stop and be a kid again? These places have become landmarks for amazing candy shops and sweet tooth indulgences. Economy Candy, New York This Lower East Side landmark has been satisfying…

You don't have to fly to Africa to go on a safari. The abundance of wildlife is, without doubt, amazing to witness, but America is home to many animals roaming free. Zoos are a wonderful and easily accessible way to observe these…

Every year millions of families embark on the tradition of going on summer vacations.  These months out of school for kids don't mean they can't continue learning.  Here is How To Make Your Summer Vacation Educational without making it feel…

I love going on adventures. Whether it is swimming with dolphins, skydiving or camping with a gaggle of children, I am always up for something new. So, when I heard about Geocaching, I had to try it. No matter where you are, no matter…

With Summer right around the corner many of you are beginning to plan for your family vacation.  While flying is becoming more and more affordable, there is nothing quite like packing up the car and heading out on the road for an…

As the economy is seemingly bouncing back, the travel and tourist industry is growing at an annual rate of 6.8%. That makes it the one of the fastest growing sectors in the United States! Billions are being spent on food, accommodations,…

My idea of "roughing it" is staying at a hotel without a Concierge, but my family loves camping, hiking and enjoying the wilderness. Typically, I become Melman the second I come in contact with the great outdoors. "Ah! Nature! It's all…

Travel anywhere in the south and you will find rich history and southern hospitality. Nowhere is this more true than in beautiful Raleigh, NC. Home to the “Research Triangle” and some of the top colleges in the country, Raleigh and its…