Articles for ‘Family Travel’ Category
Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Doodle & dine: Sketches dance on screens at Animator's Palate on the Disney Fantasy. Credit: Matt Stroshane.
By Tim Enstice
In advance of its first official cruise on March 31, yesterday the brand new Disney Fantasy embarked on an exclusive preview cruise to showcase all of the new features and amenities that families will experience throughout their vacation. From the AquaLab to the Disney Wishes stage show to the Bibbidi Boppidi Boutique, among many other additions, the Disney Fantasy is an entirely new vacation experience that builds upon the success of its sister ship, the Disney Dream. (more…)
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Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
Batter up to a budget vacation: Hit the diamonds in Arizona and Florida for spring break 2012.
By Jeanenne Tornatore
Families itching for a different kind of getaway are in luck. Check out these five spring break getaway ideas that will suit any lifestyle — from sports enthusiasts to the spontaneous traveler, with an affordability factor that appeals to everyone. (more…)
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Monday, March 12th, 2012
Holding court: The Courtyard by Marriott is in Washington D.C.'s fast-growing Capitol Riverfront.
By Mark Chesnut
The cherry blossoms are about to make their annual appearance in the nation’s capital, but business and leisure travelers will find an array of reasons to visit Washington D.C. year round, thanks to new hotels, meetings and event venues and urban renovation projects in the works. (more…)
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Thursday, March 8th, 2012
Look ma, there's a zebra in our window: The wildlife get up close at Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch.
By Orbitz Staff
This time of year, South Padre Island turns into a party capital, as college students look to blow off steam in the Lone Star State’s most pristine beach towns. But if you fall into that other camp – with young kids in tow – there’s still no reason to bypass a Texas vacation. (more…)
Tags: Beach Vacation
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Friday, February 24th, 2012
Bears know best: The Country Bear Jamboree -- one of the original acts at the park -- will fete the extra day.
By Deborah Bowen
Every four years, the calendar rewards us with an extra 24 hours to do with as we see fit. Some work, some play and some choose to immerse themselves in magic. Walt Disney World is exercising its option of giving us 24 straight hours of incredible fun and excitement with ‘One More Disney Day.’ On Feb. 29, Magic Kingdom will stay open from 6 a.m. through 6 a.m. on March 1. So what do you do with 24 extra hours of uninterrupted fun in the Kingdom? Here are five overlooked attractions that might be perfect for you to visit (or revisit, as the case may be): (more…)
Tags: Disney World vacations
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Monday, February 20th, 2012
Mom, did the painting just move? LCDs spark to life with animated art aboard the new Disney Fantasy.
By Jill E. Cooper
Building upon the phenomenal popularity of the Midship Detective Agency game introduced onboard the Disney Dream during its inaugural sailing last year, the newest Disney Cruise Line beauty, the Disney Fantasy, will offer a similarly enchanting mystery game when it sets sail this March. Although the game is called the Midship Detective Agency on both ships, the storylines are completely different. In fact, on the Disney Fantasy, an extra dash of Muppet magic and mayhem has been added to the ‘Case of the Stolen Show’ mystery guests are asked to solve. (more…)
Tags: Disney cruises, Disney Vacation
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Wednesday, January 25th, 2012
History in the making: Circa 1886 restaurant, at the Wentworth Mansion in Charleston.
By Mark Chesnut
The cities of Charleston, South Carolina and Savannah, Georgia are tourism magnets, thanks to their Southern hospitality and beautifully maintained historic attractions. But they can also be great places to hold a business meeting, as many of their most attractive landmarks are also available for private events. And that includes hotels in both cities, where Southern charm and stunning settings combine to create unique venues for a variety of gatherings. (more…)
Tags: Family vacation
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Thursday, January 19th, 2012
The haunting skies above the Misty Fjords make a perfect day trip. Credit: controltheweb.
By Rich Mahoney
One of the best perks of cruising is the view as you sail into incredible destinations like Alaska, Caribbean, Bahamas, Mexico and Bermuda. While the stunning scenery is great from the boat, shore excursions allow you to experience those unique and stunning locations first hand. From thrilling adventures like off-roading and zip-lining to wildlife tours and snorkeling, shore excursions help build the lasting memories and stories to pair with those million-dollar views. (more…)
Tags: Alaska cruises, cruises
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