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Families can enjoy sailing and racing on island of Anguilla

May 19, 2013 | comments

Sailboats ready for racing at the Anguilla Youth Sailing Club

Sail racing is the island of Anguilla’s national sport dating back to the early days of the 20th century when Anguillan men on their way back from working in sugar cane fields in the Dominican Republic would race their schooners home. In fact, the unique design of the racing boats here evolved from fishing boats that would fish as much as 40 miles off shoe... more »

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Take your kids and check out all the new rides at a theme park this summer

May 16, 2013 | comments

You’ll have your pick of thrills — wet and dry — this summer when nearly 200 new rides and attractions open at more than 80 theme parks, water parks, family fun centers, zoos, aquariums and museums in the United States and Canada, according to the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.... more »

Travel Diary

Learning all about Junkanoo, the festivals kids love most in the Bahamas

May 21, 2013 | comments

Learn a little Bahamian culture with Junkanoo parade at grand Bahama resort where we stayed

What began with programs for school kids in the Bahamas in 2000, now attracts cruise ship passengers and other visitors for workshops in Junkanoo costume making. And what amazing costumes they are, put together with thousands and thousands of strips of brightly colored crepe paper adorned with feathers and gold and silver buttons. ... more »

OUR VERY BEST FAMILY SUMMER VACATION IDEAS

Here are some of the places TakingtheKids and Family Travel Forum recommend for a stupendous summer vacation, whether you’re traveling with kids of any age, friends, partners or others. If you plan smart, you may even snare a bargain.

Taking the Kids Cruise Guide 2013

Welcome to our Taking the Kids Cruise Guide for 2013, researched and updated by our intrepid intern Becca Tash. More kids than ever are cruising with their parents in the Caribbean, Europe, Alaska or far flung destinations like the Galapagos Islands and even the Arctic.

The First Family Travel Summit: family travel is big and getting bigger

The first-ever TMS Family Travel summit brought together national travel media with top marketers to brainstorm how we could work together to improve and de-stress the family travel experience.

Take a Walking Tour of NYC with the TakingTheKids APP!

We are delighted to announce the new TakingTheKids app that provides fun and education for families touring New York City on several walking tours. Try it out on the Brooklyn Bridge, in Times Square or in Central Park on your next visit to the Big Apple.

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Taking the Kids publishes two e-newsletters per month, filled with information and advice for families traveling with children as well as tips on destinations and special travel offers from sponsors.

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New Crayola Experience debuts this weekend in PA May 21, 2013 On Memorial Day weekend, an all-new Crayola Experience will be unveiled, just in time for summer! Located in Easton, PA, the newly renovated facility features 4 floors of new interactive, one-of-a-kind attractions. more »

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