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Eileen Ogintz's newest book "The Kids Guide to New York City" has been published. All of Eileen's Taking the Kids are now available for the NOOK and Kindle. Your kids will love the fun facts, games and puzzles!

Traveling with kids is messy, aggravating, frustrating and wonderful, just like raising kids. Taking the Kids is your best family travel resource for how to get the most fun-and memories-out of your family vacations as well as the most bang for your travel buck. Eileen Ogintz has over 20 years of experience as a journalist, writer and blogger tracking travel trends. She is also a mom who has traveled with her three kids and others in the family from Orlando to Yosemite, the Caribbean to Alaska, to Europe and beyond. Taking the Kids’ main purpose is to help you show your kids the world, have a good time in the process and build memories that last a lifetime.

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Orlando treats you like a VIP

May 11, 2012  |  comments
Universal Orlando's new Superstar Parade attraction opened May 8
Who doesn’t want to be treated like a VIP on vacation? We all do, of course, cutting lines, getting pampered, seeing what most tourists don’t. Orlando offers plenty of VIP options for the entire family—assuming you’re willing to pay extra for the privilege, of course.... more »


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Interacting with the Turtles at SeaWorld Orlando

May 10, 2012  |  comments
TurtleTrek the 3D movie at Seaworld Orlando
TurtleTrek is home to adult and juvenile sea turtles, including hawksbill, Kemp’s Ridley, loggerhead and green sea turtles — all of whom, like Grandma, have been deemed nonreleasable by the Florida government.... more »


Travel Diary

The Wild Side of Puerto Rico: Extreme Sports for Exploring Extreme Terrain

May 13, 2012  |  comments
Snuba in Puerto Rico
‘Snuba’ is not a typo, it’s one of the fastest growing aquatic activities that combines the best of snorkeling and scuba diving and allows you to explore coral reefs in the depths of the tropical seas without getting scuba diving certified. ... more »




Fun in the sun without danger to your skin

Summer holidays with the kids are the best time to get away as a family, but when it comes to keeping kids safe under the sun, putting on sunscreen on the beach can be a bit of a struggle  (promotional content)

Family Cruise Guide 2012

I’ve cruised with my family around the world. I’ve found along the way that key is to choose the right cruise for your family and kids. Here are some great options to consider:



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New kind of summer camp for girls in AZ

May 16, 2012
Looking for a different kind of summer experience for your daughter? Wings to Fly in Mayer, AZ, a national non-profit organization that promotes leadership and life skills in girls ages 12-15, will hold camps June 9-16 and June 16-23, 2012.

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