13 May, 2026

Disney Theme Park & ​​Cruise News: Disney World Launches 2027 Vacation Packages, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Reopening Date Revealed

What a busy week in the world of theme park news! As the weather warms up, all eyes are on summer travel, but Disney World is already looking ahead to next year with the release of 2027 vacation packages. This week’s news also included a surprise reveal about what the Disney dining plan will look […]

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Walt Disney World Vacation Packages 2027 Available Now: What’s New and Back

If you’re like me, then you’re the Type A Walt Disney World vacation planner who has at least five trips in the works at any given time. If so, you’ll be happy to know Disney World just released vacation packages for most of 2027, available to book now. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort (Photo: Carly Neil, […]

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Planning a cruise vacation in 2026? Here are the new cruise experiences everyone will be talking about

As cruises continue to grow in popularity, cruise lines are constantly competing to attract potential passengers on board. While new ships are the shiny objects that attract the most attention (and headlines), major lines are constantly innovating with new family adventures, high-end cultural voyages, ship deployments and port calls as well. If you’re considering a […]

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Planning a summer vacation? 15 great trip ideas for families (2026)

If there’s one thing everyone can agree on, it’s that summer is made for vacations. For families, the long sunny days and cool summer nights offer a special kind of freedom from the daily grind of school and work schedules. If you’re on the hunt for summer vacation ideas recommended by real travelers, consider one […]

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Finally, a vacation just for you: New hotels and resorts opening in 2026 for an adults-only getaway

Have you scheduled any kind of grownup getaway for 2026? If not, now’s your chance to grab a calendar and pencil in some time to reconnect as a couple, plan a girls or guys trip, or just escape for a bit from the daily grind of child-rearing and work responsibilities. Better yet, pair your trip […]

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10-step guide to planning a Walt Disney World vacation in 2026

So, you decided to plan a trip to Walt Disney World. Whatever brings you to Disney World, there is no time like the present to start organizing your thoughts and act on making reservations! As someone who writes and talks about theme parks for a living, I’m almost always in Disney World vacation planning mode, and […]

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Your theme park vacation could look a lot different in 2026. Here are 4 reasons why.

If you haven’t visited one of America’s major theme parks in a while, you might be surprised by how much things have changed in recent years. Even if you’ve seen videos on social media about trends (hello Epic Universe mac and cheese cones!), trust me when I say these only scratch the surface. Theme park […]

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This adults-only Catskills resort invites families to vacation

The Catskills’ mosaic of mountains, forests, and lakes has provided rural respite for generations of East Coast residents, including my own family. This summer, my husband and I vacationed at an adults-only hotel and spa, Hemlock Neversink. We were surrounded by serenity by the pools and enjoyed calming activities such as yoga classes and forest […]

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