What to know about travel with Omicron
Just when we think we can start to plan a vacation, there’s a new variant (Omicron). Here is what we know now about family travel in early December 2021:
Visiting SUMMIT One Vanderbilt in NYC
Connected to Grand Central Terminal, the new super skyscraper Summit One Vanderbilt has fantastic views of the metropolis
On a cruise in Greece in the pandemic
How about traveling abroad during a pandemic, and then boarding a cruise ship, perhaps for the first time?
17+ things for your next road trip
A first-aid kit for the time one of my kids fell into a cactus while hiking, a rain jacket in a downpour, miles from the trailhead…
Heading (safely) to a fall festival
If your summer vacation plans got derailed — yet again — take the kids to a fall festival a drivable distance from home
Windstar Day One – Cruising through a pandemic in Greece
The Wind Star can accommodate 148 passengers in 73 staterooms and one larger suite. But it has typically been sailing with half that number since cruises resumed this summer
Are you ready to cruise again?
The CDC has lowered its health notice on cruise travel from Level 4 – avoid – to Level 3, which encourages travelers to get fully vaccinated before traveling
Returning to the (not always friendly) skies
No one — from airport shuttles to rental car companies to airlines – seems prepared, resulting in irritable employees and travelers
JetBlue and the Terrible Day at JFK
What should have been a simple 3 ½ hour direct flight from JFK Airport in Queens, NY, to Montego Bay, Jamaica, turned into an all-day and night travel odyssey
Back in the air but pandemic rules still apply
The United flight was packed, including with many kids and infants—not surprising that we were headed from Denver to Orlando in late April
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- Visiting the less-visited National Parks April 18, 2024Escape the crowds and explore lesser-known National Parks. Find your own piece of wilderness and experience nature at its best. The post Visiting the less-visited National Parks appeared first on Taking The Kids.Andy Yemma
- Not quite like herding cats on an Atlantic crossing April 18, 2024Cruise in luxury on the Regent Seven Seas Grandeur. Discover the stories and experiences of returning guests on this transatlantic sailing. The post Not quite like herding cats on an Atlantic crossing appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Universal Studios Hollywood Reissues Iconic Glamor Trams April 18, 2024Step back in time at Universal Studios Hollywood. Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Studio Tour and ride the iconic Glamor Trams. The post Universal Studios Hollywood Reissues Iconic Glamor Trams appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- LEGOLAND CA Dino Valley has opened April 17, 2024Step into the prehistoric world of LEGOLAND CA Dino Valley. Enjoy immersive experiences, thrilling rides, and larger-than-life LEGO creations. The post LEGOLAND CA Dino Valley has opened appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Food for every taste on Regent Seven Seas Grandeur April 16, 2024Embark on a culinary adventure on Regent Seven Seas Grandeur. Delight in a wide array of dishes crafted to perfection by skilled chefs. The post Food for every taste on Regent Seven Seas Grandeur appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Mix of new and old in Natchitoches LA April 16, 2024Visit Natchitoches, LA, where history and modernity intertwine. Explore the preserved brick streets and experience the town's rich past. The post Mix of new and old in Natchitoches LA appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- ‘Bloodsport’ on the transatlantic crossing April 15, 2024Get ready for an intense 'Bloodsport' on the transatlantic crossing. Join The Long Islanders and compete in the Daily Trivia game on Regent Seven Seas Grandeur. The post ‘Bloodsport’ on the transatlantic crossing appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Rockin and Rollin across the Atlantic April 15, 2024Embark on a rockin' and rollin' adventure across the Atlantic with Eileen Ogintz. Join the well-traveled seniors on Regent Seven Seas Grandeur. The post Rockin and Rollin across the Atlantic appeared first on Taking The Kids.user
- Brookfield Zoo Chicago Celebrates Earth Day with a Weekend of Special Events April 15, 2024Make strides toward a healthier world at Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s annual Party for the Planet recycling event and Earth Day Run. Drop off items, including electronics, textiles, and books at the Party for the Planet recycling event, presented by the Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program, on Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. […]user
- New Epic Pass features for 2024-25 ski season April 14, 2024Get ready for the 2024-25 ski season with the new Epic Pass features: My Epic Assistant and My Epic Gear. The post New Epic Pass features for 2024-25 ski season appeared first on Taking The Kids.user