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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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Pre-holiday deals in Stowe, VT

November 30, 2011
A Pre-holiday escape is always a good thing, especially to a town as pretty as Stowe, Vt all decked out for the season. more →
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Get away from holiday madness with a Nantucket stroll

November 29, 2011
If you want a pre-Christmas madness getaway, Nantucket Island fetes the entire holiday season with Nantucket Noel, a month-long celebration organized by the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce. more →
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Bahamian lodge going green

November 28, 2011
Save money and be green at the Comfort Suites Paradise Island where you get free access to all of the attractions at adjacent Atlantis. more →
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Old holiday traditions give way to less drama this year

November 27, 2011
Nutcracker characters in action at Palace Hotel in NYC
There’s something to be said for creating a new holiday tradition with no drama, especially when new young friends are part of the equation. We were joined by 12-year-old Enesi Domi, who we got to know last summer when he spent some time at our home through the Fresh Air Fund. more →
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Free night’s stay in Bermuda

November 27, 2011
Free is good! The Bermuda Department of Tourism invites travelers to enjoy a free night stay with “Compliments of Bermuda.” more →
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Coming to New York? Get the “pass”

November 27, 2011
If you’re coming to NYC, check out the New York Pass that offers free admission or discounts to some of NYC’s top attractions in every borough as well as restaurants and Broadway shows. more →
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Explore Space at NY’s natural history museum

November 26, 2011
If you’re going to be in NYC for the holidays, don’t miss the new Beyond Planet Earth: The Future of Space Exploration exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History more →
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Winter makeover at Cal Academy in SF

November 25, 2011
The California Academy of Sciences is getting a winter makeover with the return of the popular ’Tis the Season for Science exhibit through mid January. more →
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Happy Thanksgiving! Keep your sanity today…

November 24, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving! Spread a big piece of butcher block paper on the kid’s table, get out the washable markers and let them decorate. Then shoo everyone out of the house more →
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Driving Smart with Kids in the Car This Holiday Season

November 24, 2011
Teenage driver
The best thing we can do when taking to the road this winter, especially with kids in the back, is be prepared. Make sure your cellphone is charged and the relatives know what time to expect you. more →
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