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My Florida vacation do-over in Key ...

As a Florida native, I've been lucky enough to visit Key West three times. And in to be honest, I never tire of experiencing the tropical, authentic flavor of Key West.

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Planning a kid-friendly Florida vac...

I learned a lot about the St. Petersburg-Clearwater area, where I grew up, the first time I planned a vacation there. This was no longer just a retirement destination.

YOLO boarding on your Florida beach...

Originating in California and inspired by historic Hawaiian surfboards, YOLO paddle boarding is a popular sport in Florida and growing in popularity on many other beach vacations.

Summer beach delights in St. Pete, ...

Traveling off peak definitely has its benefits, especially when you're talking about a Florida vacation in the summertime. In fact, summer is perhaps the best time to find beach vacation deals in Florida , and this year, the beaches of St. Pete

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Top 10 "something for everyone" fam...

As parents planning a family vacation, it's our job to find something that will make everyone happy. We may not be able to keep everyone happy at every moment, but you can bet that we'll always look for family vacations that offers a "little

Taking Miami by marathon

By Joanna Citarella Earlier this year I ran the ING Miami Marathon. If you like to run and you’re considering […]

Tags: Florida Vacation, Marathon, miami hotels, Miami Vacation

World’s best theme park resorts

Whether you're planning a visit to Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or any other major North American theme park, give this hotel list a whirl and enjoy some stress-free family vacation planning.

Tags: Disney, family, Hotels

Celebrate Mardi Gras at Universal's...

By Pete Gruenthal Living in Orlando and having never stayed at New Orleans hotels for anything other than business meetings, […]

Tags: Mardi Gras, New Orleans hotels, Universal's Orlando Resort

Virgin adds Orlando flights, Delta ...

The never-ending soap opera that is Virgin America took a few more twists recently. The airline, which has been pummeled by losses and ownership chaos since long before its 2007 launch, is overhauling its route network again. Out is John

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How to budget for family dining at ...

How much can a family of four expect to spend on food at Disney World? I’ll give you an answer based on my family of four, which consists of two adults and two boys. Such a family could generally expect to spend anywhere between $70 to $200 or

Tags: Disney, family, food and wine, Travel Tips

Top Disney World hotel recommendati...

Staying on Disney property is a must for my family and luckily, Disney provides a range of hotel options for every taste and budget, from value resorts to deluxe grand villas. Families with young kids will be able to choose a wide range of

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New hotels in Florida, California a...

From Marriott: Residence Inn Fort Lauderdale Plantation, which is actually a redo of the existing Ocean Sands Resort; an 878-room JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. Live at Olympic and Figueroa in Los Angeles; and a 168-room Fairfield Inn that is part

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See who won a Disney vacation for b...

See which @Orbitz Twitter follower just scored a 7-day Disney vacation for best Disney travel tip our Twitter giveaway.

Orbitz Twitter giveaway: Win a 7-da...

We’re giving away a 7-night vacation package to Walt Disney World® Resort in Orlando, Florida! Prize includes airfare for four, 7-night hotel stay in a Disney property, four 7-day Magic Your Way® theme park tickets with Park Hopper® and Water

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Spring Break vacations: where to sa...

From Florida to Hawaii to Mexico, if you want to plan a Spring Break vacation on a budget, check out this list. Our top 10 list shows vacations destinations with the biggest hotel savings this year compared to 2009.

Tags: Hotels, Mexico vacations, spring break vacations

Top 10 Spring Break vacation destin...

Whether you're planning a Spring Break vacation for your family, or want a getaway with plenty of nightlife, this list has something for everyone.

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Disney vacation: Tips for traveling...

Planning a Disney vacation with small children? It can be daunting, but don’t let it intimidate you; Disney World has plenty to offer kids of all ages. Here are some tips and recommendations for traveling with toddlers.

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Florida vacation: St. Pete hosts Ho...

Every spring, St. Petersburg, Fla., is temporarily transformed into a speedway as the city plays host to the prestigious Honda Grand Prix. The chic downtown area overlooking the bay with its laid-back atmosphere, sidewalk cafes and luxury

Dealing with the young and the rest...

There are several areas in the Magic Kingdom that are dedicated for little ones to run around. Our favorite is Pooh’s Playful Spot, a 6,300-square-foot play area located in Fantasyland. This area features a kid-sized house, log slide, crawl

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Tips on eating healthy at Walt Disn...

Eating at a Disney counter-service location doesn’t mean your family has to eat unhealthily. In addition to traditional park fare such as great burgers, chicken fingers, and french fries, we’ve also found that counter-service locations have

Tags: Disney, family, food and wine, Travel Tips