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Eileen Ogintz's newest book "The Kids Guide to Orlando" will be published in November. "The Kids Guide to New York City" has been published and, coming next Spring, "The Kids Guide to Washington, D.C." 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!



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To sky country in summer

May 31, 2009
A family takes a break on a hike at Keystone Resort, Colo. North Peak looms.
Yes, ski resorts in summer. They might just be the best vacation value going in this summer of great vacation values. Ski instructors around the country whisper that they came to the mountains for the snow but stayed because of the glorious mountain summers. more →
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TO PRAGUE

May 24, 2009
Mel Yemma leaves her message on the wall of peace.
Another day, another castle. But no one's complaining. Not in Prague, which many now call The Paris of the East. It's crowded with tourists on this brilliant summer day. more →
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Checking out 21st-century resort kids’ programs

May 17, 2009
Native American kids share their culture with visitors.
Hyatt heralded the movement toward kid-friendly resorts 22 years ago when it started the Camp Hyatt program here... Today you'll find innovative programs at resorts across the country and beyond more →
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LET’S CELEBRATE!

May 10, 2009
Frances Taylor, 100 years old, celebrated her birthday at Disneyland
Birthday, anniversary, wedding, good report card, Mother's Day, being back home safe after a military deployment ... whatever you want to celebrate on your next vacation, you'll not only get feted like a VIP but also save some significant bucks more →
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Staying healthy right now away from home

May 3, 2009
Quarantine activities at Tokyo Narita Airport after swine flu outbreak
The swine flu news is making us nervous -- very nervous -- just when millions of us are planning our much-needed summer vacations. But that doesn't mean we should grab the kids and huddle under the covers. more →
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Historic Broadmoor in Colorado offers Summer Celebration packages

May 23, 2013
The historic Broadmoor in Colorado Springs is offering a variety of Summer Celebration Packages as well as specials for families visiting on Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day weekends. Summer is the perfect time to explore the beauty of the Rocky Mountains with the endless activities at The Broadmoor and in the Pikes Peak region.

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