Theme Park News: New 2026 Discounts Coming to Walt Disney World
Welcome to first round-up of theme park news for 2026! The first few weeks of a new year always seem a little quiet to me, almost like we’re in some sort of holiday hangover. But you only need to look ahead to the month of January to know that the world of theme parks isn’t […]
4 Theme Parks Where Families Can Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in 2026
America’s 250th birthday will be in 2026, and states, cities and attractions across the country offer an exciting lineup of events for families to join in the celebration. If you want to include theme parks in your 2026 travel plans to celebrate America 250, there are several options you can explore from sea to sea. […]
Want to learn something new while traveling? Try a skillcation.
Sometimes, lounging on the beach is all you need for a perfect vacation. But vacation bliss can also come from hands-on travel experiences. If you, like me, love that feeling of learning something fun and new, allow me to introduce you to the “skillcation.” A skillcation combines all of the usual elements of a vacation […]
Parent-approved travel screen time options that keep toddlers entertained
Screen time brings up a lot of Big Feelings for parents. We know screen time is objectively bad for kids under 5—the WHO recommends no screen time at all, and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no screen time for children under 18 months, and then 1 hour max after that. But if you’ve got a […]
How to use play to prepare toddlers for your next trip
When thinking about what makes a trip successful, most of us turn to planning. If only you could do enough research… book the best hotel… find the best places to eat… then everything would be perfect, right? I think this manual works when traveling with adults, but not with children. Take a Disney trip, for […]
The Most Expensive Hotels at Disney World: What You Need to Know
A Disney World vacation is a luxuryclear and simple. Even the cheapest Disney hotels cost hundreds of dollars per nightand the cost of admission increases every year. Even though a Disney World vacation is very expensive, families come from everywhere to discover the most magical place on the planet and set aside money for months, […]
Best Resorts In Maldives For Families
Posted on By Flying Squirrel Holidays Who says the Maldives is just for honeymooners? This island country has a lot of scope for family fun. Imagine your children laughing and playing in shallow blue lagoons, teenagers experiencing adventure sports in the water and grandparents enjoying the sunset views from luxury beach villas. There are activity-packed […]
From shorter trips to ‘hushpitality,’ these travel trends will shape your 2026 vacations
If you’re dreaming of a family beach vacation, road trip, or national park adventure in 2026, you’re right on trend. A growing sense of nostalgia and a desire to slow down will shape how families travel, along with trips inspired by favorite TV shows, books, and movies. And if a big getaway isn’t in the […]
What Americans can learn from the French on vacation
This article was originally published on Interesting Stranger Substack, written by our own Christine Sarkis. Stop by to read and subscribe! I don’t know how to say this in a way that isn’t creepy, but I’ve observed French people on vacation. Since my job is to think and write about travel, I’m curious about how […]
Disney World’s low-cost hotels: what you need to know
You’ve decided to vacation at Walt Disney World this year – hooray! One of the first choices you need to make during the vacation planning process is where book your hotel accommodation. Not only will it provide you and your travel group with a place to rest your weary heads at the end of a […]