Five Great Family Destinations for Fall 2021
Plan a family trip to destinations that are safe, less crowded, and less expensive this autumn—Disneyland Paris, Lake Louise, Colonial Virginia, and more.
Author: Elizabeth Heath
Elizabeth Heath is a freelance writer and editor whose work has appeared in The Washington Post, The Telegraph, Frommers.com, Thrillist, Frommer’s Travel Guides, and many other publications.
Travel Insurance: The 101 for Your Family Vacation
I first bought travel insurance only when I was forced to—a tour provider required it. Since then, I’ve regularly bought it for most of my family’s trips. Fortunately, we’ve never “needed” it. But while some people might consider the extra money I spent a waste of cash, for us it was a prudent decision.
6 Family-Friendly Alternatives to Airbnb and VRBO
Airbnb and VRBO offer almost 10 million vacation rentals around the world. But more isn’t always better. These six boutique booking platforms offer curated collections, high-touch service and in many cases, manage the listings they rent.
How to Plan a Great Multigen Reunion Vacation
This year, many families are combining vacations with post-pandemic reunions. Here are some of our top tips for how to plan a great multigenerational vacation that keeps everyone happy and engaged.
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These Are 2021’s Big Family-Travel Trends
What to expect in vaccine passports, vacation rentals, road trips, and more.
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Ready to Plan Post-Vaccine Travel? Proceed with Caution.
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Holiday Travel in Covid: Yes or No? And What to Do if You Have to Go
In a normal year, this would be the time to …
How to Make This the Fall of Field Trips
Staying home doesn’t always have to mean staying in the house.