Family Travel

Halloween is around the corner and the ghouls and goblins are coming for us whether we’re ready or not. This time they will be frightening us from a safe distance. But don't worry because your adrenaline will still run high.

Experience the extraordinary stories of children who have made and are making a difference in this world at the Power of Children exhibit in the Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

While many of these train activities are rooted in nostalgia, there are still plenty of modern-day travelers who not only enjoy trains as a means of transport but also the object of entire vacations.

Theme parks have a magical way of captivating us, from childhood thrills to adult adventures. While many parks offer the usual blend of roller coasters and water rides, some go above and beyond, delivering experiences that are truly out of the ordinary. Here are a few exceptional theme parks you won't want to miss.

Traveling during pregnancy can be both rewarding and relaxing, but it's natural for moms-to-be to have concerns about logistics and safety. To help alleviate these worries and highlight the benefits of a prenatal getaway, here are seven essential tips to consider:

On July 4th, the nation sings Happy birthday to the United States of America.  This summer day is Independence Day in the US and one of the busiest travel and tourism holidays in North America. Flights coming to America and from coast to coast are full.  Hotels in the top July 4th destinations are packed and restaurants are busy preparing for the influx of guests. Every city in the 50 United States celebrate the July 4th holiday with fireworks because of the importance of this day to America's history.

The 41st edition of the French Quarter Festival, taking place from April 11th to 14th, 2024, will once again enchant the French Quarter with a celebration of the city's music, art, and food. Over the course of four days, between half a million to a million people will gather in the French Quarter, making it one of the largest free music festivals in the country.

Mombasa is a sublime mix of cultures and one of the most popular destinations in East Africa for white powdered sands and five-star luxury resorts. At the same time, there is as much to experience for backpackers as there is for wealthy tourists and this is best seen in the variety of things to do in Mombasa.

When families think about European getaways, Belgium rarely tops the list—especially not the lesser-known southern region of Wallonia. But for travelers seeking cultural depth, historical resonance, and immersive nature experiences, Wallonia offers a compelling counter-narrative to the usual family travel and tourist trails. This isn’t just a detour from Brussels; it’s a portal into a richly layered region where forests meet fortified citadels, and artisan chocolate shares space with monastic brewing traditions.

As a Southern-born white woman, incorporating Black history sites into my travel plans never crossed my mind… until I married a Black man.

From botanical gardens to open-air museums with reconstructed villages, amusement parks have long been part of the mantra, ‘work hard, play hard’. They have been a place to escape the toils and responsibilities of everyday life (a sorely tempting offer, right now). The latest addition is Ghibli Park, scheduled to open in November 2022.

Disney World and Disneyland parks and resorts have long been called, collectively, “the happiest place on earth.” But the joy of Disney parks comes with a large price tag — at the time of print, Disney World Orlando’s Standard Theme Park Ticket is priced at $109.00 per day.