Category: Travel

Taking the Kids: And #Celebratedifferences

Who hasn’t had a travel nightmare when taking the kids? But the worst I’ve heard is having a plane of angry passengers booing your family as you try to calm a child on the autism spectrum. “People are very quick to judge,” explained Laurie Cramer, who now is executive director of the Autism Society of…


Zion National Park, Full of Formidable Landscapes Borne of Nature’s Dramatic Forces

There are extraordinary places in North America where the forces of time and nature have carved monoliths that form mysterious, sacred temples. These places captivate human beings from all walks of life by providing a connection to the grandeur and creative power of the natural world. Zion National Park in southern Utah has magnetized, and…


The Wondrous Mont Saint-Michel

Upon first glance it’s easy to see why Mont Saint-Michel is one of the most highly regarded historical monuments in Normandie and around the world. Not only is the architecture of this island commune gorgeous, but also its location on France’s northwestern coast is just as equally enchanting if not more so. While known for…


Vacation Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank

By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes FamilyTravel.com A family vacation doesn’t have to include fancy flights to far off places or ritzy resorts to reap meaningful rewards. So clear the calendar, craft a budget and consider these five ideas that won’t break the bank. 1.Go for it Plan to participate in a 10k, hike the canyon or…


Family Travel 5: Iconic American Road Trips

by Lynn O’Rourke Hayes FamilyTravel.com Rising gas prices may discourage some travelers from packing up the car in the weeks and months ahead. Yet, the American road trip remains an enduring tradition and in the end can provide an affordable vacation option. Here are five ways to hit the open road. 1. Colo-Road Trips The…


Mexico’s Coastal and Wine Regions Offer Culture, Cuisine That Will Call You Back Again and Again

by Marlise Kast-Myers Tribune News Service It had been 18 months since my passport had seen daylight. Travel restrictions, lockdowns and, frankly, some level of complacency were to blame for my silenced exploration. My husband, Benjamin, and I had traded in airline tickets and carry-ons for tents and fishing poles to take our pack of…


Knightsbridge, London: World-Class Dining and Shopping

When most people think of the posh area of Knightsbridge, London, they think of Harrods, but there’s more to it than the famed department store. With its luxury shops, quaint cafés, and fine dining, it’s a place to unwind and relax. Knightsbridge has been around since the 10th century. Previously known as St. Martin in…


Fears Grow Over Easter Travel Misery in England

Fears over Easter travel chaos are rising as more flights were cancelled and plans to boost cross-Channel ferry services were blocked. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps warned that travel networks will be “extremely busy” during the bank holiday weekend. On Wednesday, British Airways axed at least 53 flights planned for domestic or European routes to or…


How to Make Summer Travel Plans That Actually Happen in 2022

After two years of cancellations, deferments, and marathon sessions with airline customer service, many travelers are hoping to book summer trips that actually pan out this year. “I had the month of May 2020 completely off work,” says Katharine Ng, an engineering program manager in Los Angeles. Ng planned to visit Europe and Morocco but…


Lonely Planet Unveils 500 Ultimate Travel Destinations and Experiences in Australia

The Australian tourism industry is set to get a boost after iconic travel guide Lonely Planet released its list of the top 500 unmissable travel destinations and experiences down under. The guide, “Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Australia Travel List,” is a regional follow-up to the bestselling “Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel List” and invites readers to learn…