Best Moments | Europe | Featured | Spain
Unforgettable Things to Do in Granada, Spain
Discover the best things to do in Granada, from exploring the Alhambra and Mirador de San Nicolás to tapas bars and flamenco shows in Sacromonte.
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Best Christmas Markets in Europe for Families
For years, visiting a Christmas market in Europe has been on my bucket list. It is a magical experience I’ve always wanted to have. There’s just something about twinkling lights, the scent of roasted chestnuts, and rows of charming wooden stalls selling festive treats and handmade crafts that feels like stepping into a fairytale. Now that my kids are a little older, I finally feel ready to make this dream a reality and explore the best Christmas markets in Europe as a family. We’re currently planning it for the holiday season in 2025, and now is the time to start planning it with how competitive and pricey flights and hotels can be for this popular tourist season.
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7 Best Things to Do in Positano With Kids
Positano might just be the most postcard-perfect town in Italy, but is it doable with kids? I visited a few years ago (pre-kids!) and have dreamed of going back ever since. Now, with a family in tow, I’m planning a return trip and researching everything to make Positano doable, fun, and family-friendly.
If you’re wondering how to make the most of this iconic destination with your family, here’s everything you need to know. From easy beach days and gelato breaks to boat rides and nearby towns, these are the top things to do in Positano with kids, parent-friendly tips, and a little firsthand perspective.
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Abroad | Advice | Canada | Caribbean | Europe | Family | Featured | Florida | How to | North America | United States | USA
First-Time Family Cruise Tips: How to Book the Perfect Trip
There’s a moment—usually when hearing the ship’s horn echo across the harbor—when it hits you: you’re officially on your family cruise vacation, and everything is taken care of. That “all-in-one” magic is exactly why more parents like us decided to swap another road-trip for a first family cruise. Meals appear without grocery shopping, stateroom stewards transform towel squares into elephants, and the kids’ club team somehow makes your 6 year-old’s day. In this guide, I’m sharing the cruise tips you need to plan your family’s stress-free high-seas vacation.
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Advice | Europe | Family | Featured | How to | Hyatt | North America | Rewards Travel | United States | USA
Why Hyatt Hotels Is the Best Brand for Family Rewards Travel
When it comes to finding the perfect hotel for our family vacation, Hyatt consistently stands out. With an amazing rewards program, family-friendly accommodations, and unbeatable perks, Hyatt hotels makes it easier to travel with our family for way fewer points than other hotel brands (sorry, Marriott and Hilton!). When it comes to rewards travel, brand loyalty always pays off. Here’s why Hyatt has consistently been the best hotel brand choice for our family, for redeeming points at the best value, earn rewards, and stretching our travel budget.
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Best Moments | Featured | Fiji | Greece | Italy | Maldives | New Zealand | Portugal | Thailand | United States
Best Moments: Beaches
In the doldrums of winter, sometimes you just need a little pick-me-up. To combat the dull, gray world you’re currently seeing outside your window, here are some of the best beaches in the world that we’ve visited. So many places have beautiful coastal vistas, but to be a best beach, it had to meet a…
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Road Trip through Tuscany, Italy
I said it before, and I’ll say it again: every time I plan a vacation, I always wonder why I’m not going back to Italy. Italy was my first big international trip, and my family is half Italian. Thus, Italy always feels like the most amazing place in the world. When I set out to…
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Santorini, Greece
Is there anywhere more magical in the world than Santorini? The whitewashed buildings with their bright blue roofs just scream to be photographed, and there’s a sense of relaxation that flows in with the soft caldera breeze. Just glance out over the rugged landscaped cliffs, and it feels like you can see the curvature of…
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Athens, Greece
There’s something inherently sensual about Greece—maybe it’s the culture that grew around idolizing beautiful and powerful gods and goddesses; maybe it’s the warm weather and the delectable dishes; or maybe it’s the fact that any culture seems sensual in comparison to the Puritans that founded America. Regardless, Greece is bringing sexy back, and Athens is where it all…
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Capri, Italy
I dare you to find someone who has traveled to Capri and comes back home saying it was any less than perfection. (Side note: if you do find that person, maybe you don’t listen to their travel advice because they are loco). There’s adventure, glamour, mountains, ocean, signature dishes named for this mighty little island (insalata…
