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Destinations

Hi Traveling Mamas,
I am taking a trip to Europe, mostly Italy, for a month. I had planned on buying a rail pass and take the bus, but (if I can do this?!) I would rather buy a scooter as soon as I get there and sell it when I leave. How plausible do you think [...]

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There is a place like no place on Earth….. ~ The Mad Hatter
When Lewis Carroll (Rev. C.L. Dotson) penned the literary tales of a young girl named Alice and her fantastical adventure of following a white rabbit, I wonder if he ever imagined the story would become such a well-known treasure, much less Disney and Tim Burton’s Alice [...]

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Where will US travel consumers been spending their vacations this year? ASTA, the American Society of Travel Agents, recently released results of its annual survey of hot travel destinations. The best part about this top destination survey is the information is based on actual vacations booked by consumers, not a list made up by so-called experts.
Here [...]

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Cancun is one of the top spring break destinations, but not necessarily the best time of year for a family-friendly visit. This travel ritual is one that US college students may experience at least once in their lives, if for anything more than to observe the craziness. As spring break lovers graduate from college, get married and start families, they [...]

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Just before the Olympic Opening Ceremonies NBC aired a Tom Brokaw segment on the relationship between the US and Canada. I watched the beautiful scenery play before my eyes and the history of a country that is so close, yet to some of us, so far away.
Canada is a beautiful country inhabited by the nicest [...]

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Las Vegas isn’t really a top family destination, but with family road trip planning, many families opt to overnight in Sin City on their way to a final stop. Las Vegas tried to market as a family travel spot, but let’s face it, Vegas is really an adult destination. We’re not saying you shouldn’t take your [...]

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Located at the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria offers a taste of how life used to be. This charming and intimate town offers the perfect location for a romantic getaway. Its strong British influence is all things romantic with its gardens, afternoon tea and antique shops. Victoria also offers golf for those in search of [...]

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Harry Potter fans will be excited to see the progress at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort. This just-released image of Hogwart’s Castle will add to the anticipation of this soon to open theme park within a theme park.
If this image has piqued your interest, then be sure to pick up [...]

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The Whodat Nation will be showering Miami with black and gold goodness on Feb 7. New Orleans has cancelled Family Gras and fans all over will be watching the Saints at their first of hopefully many more Superbowl appearances.

The Superbowl for the Whodat Nation isn’t just about football or a game. It’s about believing in something [...]

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Wine tourism has become a popular aspect of almost any destination. In fact, it isn’t just a pastime for the wealthy anymore. Moms just like me are learning about color, bouquet, and taste, all while taking some time for themselves and learning how to choose affordable wines to serve when entertaining.
The TwitterMoms Wine Club hosts [...]

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