20 May, 2026

Do you want to stay at the New Villatel Orlando Resort? Here’s what you need to know

Millions of families visit Orlando each year, making visits once alive or return trips to the capital of the theme park. For large families who want amenities to a hotel or a complex with the space to spread with a rental house, Villel Orlando Resort offers a best -time stay of the two. I recently […]

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Kids Stay Free at These 11 Resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean (2025)

Family vacations can be far from relaxing for parents, but staying at an all-inclusive family resort can change that by removing much of the stress and decision-making that comes with traveling. From meals to activities, these resorts take care of the details, allowing you to focus on creating memories. Even better? Some all-inclusive resorts offer […]

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Here’s why I loved my stay at Mackinac Island’s Inn at Stonecliffe

Michigan’s Mackinac Island had long been on my travel bucket list. As a New England native, I was drawn in by the historic charm of the car-free northern Michigan island, and I sensed the Victorian-era vibe there would have similarities to Martha’s Vineyard, Cape May, and other coastal Northeast destinations I love. A past visit […]

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What it’s like to stay at one of the cheapest luxury resorts in the United States

It’s usually for my four-year-old son Jimmy that I pull out the stain stick, but on my family’s flight to Arizona, the stain stick went straight to my husband, who juggled with “Bluey” on an iPad with a cup of coffee. After all, traveling early in the morning with a toddler is hard work. We […]

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South Florida-based mom and cruise expert’s 5 favorite hotels to stay at before sailing from Miami or Fort Lauderdale

Any cruise that requires you to fly (or even drive several hours) to your home port warrants an overnight stay. Trust me on this: Flight delays and other unexpected hiccups, especially when traveling with kids, happen no matter what type of planner you are. Besides, when you’re taking a cruise from Florida, do you really […]

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