Taking The Kids

Weekly Column

Eileen’s weekly column has been syndicated nationally since 1990. It has been read by millions in newspapers and news websites . Eileen’s column covers family travel topics including unique and popular destinations, tips for avoiding travel hassles and much more.

Getaways & Virtual Guides

With our partners at The Family Travel Forum, we present 2020 Fall Getaway ideas for this autumn, and some for the future. With our Virtual Fall Vacation Guide, the kids can plan to see destinations that intrigue them with you—and Eileen’s Kid’s Guide Series to major American cities and parks can help.

Travel Diaries

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Weather can't spoil a trip to remember down the Grand Canyon

Finally! Five hours after we were scheduled to leave, the helicopters started to fly again, taking two or three passengers at a time rather than four because of the conditions

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Better and best: Thoughts on our last day rafting the Grand Canyon

Everyone is glad to have been unplugged from the news for a week, didn’t mind the mitigations that are the result of the Pandemic and are genuinely glad to be here

Travel Guides for Every Season:

Cunards Queen Elizabeth near the Hubbard Glacier in Alaska — Annual Family Cruise Guide

Mountaineering at YMCA of the Rockies — Best Winter Getaways

Snowtubing, Camelback Mountain Resort — Fun in the Snow

Christmas Market at Domane Dahlem — Holiday Lights

Fall colors in Breckenridge CO — Fabulous Fall Getaways

Rafting the Green River with O.A.R.S. — Spring Break Ideas

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Cushy comfort for long walks: Clifton 7 from Hoka One One

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What you really need to pack: From New Headings

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SUN SMARTS: NRS LAYERING SYSTEM

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SOCKS TO GET WET AND MORE

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Eileen's Blogs

YOU NEVER KNOW WHERE A SUMMER JOB WILL LEAD

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I last rafted the Grand Canyon 40 years ago on a trip where we paddled, following the guide’s shouted directions. I was glad for the opportunity to go again, confident that we could raft safely and stay healthy with Western River’s comprehensive COVID-19 mitigation plan

As our #CovidSummer2020 Road Trip winds down, more and more masks everywhere – including Jackson Hole WY

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Certainly, there is a lot to feel anxious about this summer whether you are at home or traveling with spikes in COVID-19 cases in many states. Locals in Wyoming, like elsewhere, say they are nervous seeing so many out of state license plates

Weekly Syndicated Column

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Taking the kids: And 12 must-haves for gearing up for a fall outdoor adventure

This fall, with remote work and school, many families are taking the opportunity for a fall getaway focused on the outdoors where we feel safest. The right gear will help keep you comfortable — and confident — on your adventures.

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Taking the kids: Tips for the first time RVers this fall

Because of COVID, plus the desire to get outside safely with your own bathroom and kitchen, many Americans are turning to RVing

Algarve Golfing Courses – a great place to try something new with your family.

Daily Travel Tips

OREGON COAST AQUARIUM

The Oregon Coast Aquarium reopened to visitors on August 24. Now there is a reservation admission only policy in place.

NATIONAL WWI MUSEUM AND MEMORIAL

A special exhibition Silk and Steel: French Fashion, Women and WWI will open on September 25, at the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, MO.

QUAD CITIES KAYAKING

Kayak Guided River Tours in Illinois will run until the end of September, 2020. People of all ages and paddling skills are welcome.

T. RIFFIC NEWS IN NYC

The American Museum of Natural History in New York City reopened on September 9, 2020. Take the kids to see T. rex: The Ultimate Predator, an iconic dinosaur.