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The Ultimate Guide to Traverse City’s National Cherry Festival

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   No one can ever say that Traverse City is the pits. Even though every summer since 1925, the Cherry Capital of the World turns into a hub of family-friendly fun, attracting over 500,000 visitors to the National Cherry Festival celebrating the region’s rich cherry heritage. My three boys look forward to the annual festival, which […]
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From Coast to Coast, Celebrate America with these Fourth of July Parades

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Break out your red, white, and blue ensembles, fire up the BBQ, and practice your best star-spangled singing, Fourth of July isn’t just another holiday–it’s America’s birthday, and everyone’s invited. From small-town festivities to big-city productions, parades are as all-American as it gets when it comes to celebrating our nation’s birthday. So, whether you’re […]
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Newport Dunes: A Glamorous Way To Camp

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   There comes a time in many people’s lives when a great vacation involves a bed. Maybe not for everyone, but for this mom, even adventure has its limit. And by all this, I’m referring to camping. Camping is great, but glamping is better!  Luckily, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina has this mom covered. […]
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9 Memorial Day Weekend Getaways for the Whole Family

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   With warm days lingering longer into the afternoon and the sun shining brighter, everyone knows that Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial kick-off to the summer season. Show your gratitude for our veterans and relish in the freedom and liberties you enjoy with a Memorial Day weekend getaway with your family to one of […]
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Get Your Toes Wet at These 8 Best Turks & Caicos Family Resorts

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Here are the postcard perfect scenes that await families traveling to Turks and Caicos: Reefs with technicolor sea life floating between pink and orange fans visible a hundred feet away through crystal water. Sand so white, its reflection bounces off a sapphire sky until sunset, when the warm yellow sunrays melt into the ocean.  […]
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How to Plan the Ultimate Washington D.C. Trip with Kids

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   With free attractions and some of the world’s best museums, visiting Washington, D.C. with kids is one of the best family vacations. But somehow, despite all the benefits of this kid-friendly vacation spot, our family found ourselves wandering around the National Mall, two miles from our hotel, with no food in sight. This is […]
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5 Best Weekend Getaways in Washington State for Families

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   No matter how many times our family rides a ferry out of the Seattle area – across sparkling Elliott Bay in Puget Sound – we get excited. Even us weary parents feel like kids when the big boat comes to dock at the ferry terminal. As Seattle residents, our family is fortunate to have […]
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Rush Creek Lodge & Spa: My Favorite Way to Do Yosemite

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   My oldest son and I visited Rush Creek Lodge & Spa in Yosemite in late March for his birthday. He was turning 14! As an avid adventurer, mountain biker, and budding photographer, this trip was the ultimate birthday present. Before leaving, we were warned that snow might still cover the mountain trails, but we […]
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Room Reveal! Wine Stone Inn – Old Town Orcutt, Santa Maria Valley

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   When we visited Santa Maria Valley for our anniversary weekend, the Wine Stone Inn in Old Town Orcutt hosted our stay. Tucked into the northern part of Santa Barbara County, this was an unexpected modern oasis in a charming small town. The wine bar downstairs set the perfect tone for what awaited us as […]
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Hidden Santa Maria Valley: Wine Country Without Crowds

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   It’s not often that a wine region feels like it’s a secret, especially in California. Santa Maria Valley, in Central California, is tucked into the northern edge of Santa Barbara County. Somehow, this romantic oasis has managed to keep itself out of screaming headlines, allowing visitors to quietly enjoy Santa Maria wineries, the world’s […]
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at La Placita Olvera, Los Angeles

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Add color and culture to your family’s Cinco de Mayo celebration by visiting historic Olvera Street, the “Birthplace of Los Angeles.” Less than a block from Union Station in the heart of Los Angeles, Olvera Street (“La Placita Olvera”) is a conveniently located Mexican marketplace where you can find everything from handcrafted pottery to […]
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8 Best Beaches Near Charleston, SC Your Family Will Love!

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   To me, the beautiful beaches near Charleston, SC, signal the end of summer. I grew up in Indiana, and almost every August of my childhood, my brave mom and dad would pack up our car and drive our family 733.2 miles to South Carolina.  Confined to the backseat, my little brother and I quickly […]
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12 Unforgettable Cabo All Inclusive Family Resorts

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Ahhhh! Cabo San Lucas—a luxury resort city where the desert meets the mountains and rolls into the ocean. It’s one of the best places to visit thanks to its friendly atmosphere, large sandy beaches, snorkeling, scuba diving, and wildlife. With a quieter nightlife than other Mexico destinations, Cabo is perfect for the whole family. […]
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5 Must Visit Beaches in Michigan

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Driving north in the summer, my dad is at the wheel, and I’m riding shotgun. We are heading to one of the most beautiful beaches in Michigan – my grandparents’ home rests near it – it’s almost as far north as one can go in Michigan.  We are heading to the Upper Peninsula – […]
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Your Ultimate Guide to the Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in New Orleans

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Exploring the tastes of New Orleans with kids was challenging – but it wasn’t impossible. Let’s just say that the whole Creole cooking thing New Orleans is known for has a definite kick to it. And, while there are restaurants that have a dedicated kid’s menu, there are others that have kid-friendly foods even […]
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5 Fabulous Mother-Daughter Trips Perfect for Mother’s Day

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Mom, mommy, momma, ma, bruh!…she gets called A LOT of things, and some of ‘em can’t even make it onto this article. But, she’s way more than just “mom”; she’s a dish wrangler, an activities juggler, a tantrum moderator, and an unsolicited, nosy therapist. In other words, she’s the glue that holds everything and […]
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A Michigander’s Guide to the Tulip Time Festival in Holland, Michigan

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   The Tulip Festival in Holland, Michigan, officially called the Tulip Time Festival, occurs annually in May. The festival brings to mind a special memory. One October in the late 1980s, my mom had a great idea. She was going to plant tulip bulbs all along the fence in our backyard. I was 5, so […]
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Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Teens: Destinations That Even Eye-Rolling Teenagers will Love!

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   The dynamics of family vacations change as kiddos grow into teenagers. Many all-inclusive resorts focus on keeping young kids entertained so their parents can also have a great time – but what about older kids? By the teenage years, the average shoulder-shrugging, eye-rolling teen isn’t going to be entertained by scavenger hunts and face […]
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Bet on Las Vegas for the Best Romantic Couples’ Getaway

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Besides all the other things Las Vegas is known for, it’s also the one-stop-shop for all things romance, luxury and love.  Whether planning a honeymoon, a romantic weekend or…a surprise elopement, Las Vegas has all the best things for a good time. There’s glitz, glamour, and couples are bound to be enamored with these […]
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Best Mother’s Day Gifts For 2024

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https://lafamilytravel.com -   Let’s be honest. Moms this year are tired, tired of being tired, and ready for a break. What’s new, right? We think it’s actually in the job description. Mom may have endured anxiety (also in the job description), loss, uncertainty, and career transitions. So, for Mother’s Day, the least we can do is give […]
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