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Get ready to reduce your expenses and increase your experiences with these road trip tips for families

Pack the Car: Road Trip Tips for Families

Traveling is one of the things we look forward to most in the year, but unfortunately, the cost of those family vacations don’t always fit into our budget. It will cut the cost tremendously, and it’s actually a far better experience! After all, whether you’re staying at an RV Park or pitching a tent within a national park, camping gives you the chance to spend real, quality time with your family. You aren’t split off into separate rooms or distracted by your phone screens – you’re connecting with each other on a deeper level. It also means that excitement and adventure lie just a few feet away from where you are sleeping, whether you’re spending the days between destinations hiking, sitting by the lake, or catching up on sleep. 

That’s why we often opt-in for road trips. Whether short weekend getaways and long bucket-list road trips, we’re all in as there are so many ways you can pack the car and the kids while saving money.  So here you go with our road trip tips for families to help create your next family vacation on the road.

Get ready to experience LEGOLAND California theme park with this family guide to rides and attractions.

LEGOLAND California Theme Park Family Guide

Have you ever been to LEGOLAND California Theme park? It’s such a fun experience for all ages! From rides to building blocks, there’s quite a bit to discover. But where to start? Which rides and attractions are best for what age groups? We’ve got everything you wanted to know with our family guide to LEGOLAND Calfornia including recommended ages for rides and attractions. And to make it even better, my friends at Get Away Today have all the details on LEGOLAND deals for 2019!

From picking the right cruise to dining options, here are your answers...first time cruise tips

6 Essential First Time Cruise Tips

While many have experienced the joy of cruising, there are still others who have not experienced the amazing adventures of a cruise. If you are looking to set sail for the first time with you and your family, make sure you know these essential first time cruise tips.

Stay in Jackson Hole and enjoy the Grand Tetons in the fall with Cabin Rentals in the Mountains.

10 Great Destinations for Cabin Rentals in the Mountains

Summer or winter, any season is the perfect time to plan your next family vacation, but definitely as cool weather approaches (hello fall colors!) and winter sports, plan your next vacation cozying up to these 10 great destinations for cabin rentals in the mountains.

From England to Italy, The Maldives to South Africa, these are the 21 best international family vacations for multigenerational travel. #familyvacations #multigenerationaltravel #internationalfamilyvacations

21 Best International Family Vacations for Multigenerational Travel

For this Grammie, there is nothing more exciting than the thought of traveling with your family. Even better, when that trip includes international family vacations. Although I love the planning part of the family vacation, how do you decide WHERE to go? And how on earth can you get ALL your family members to agree on one international destination? Read on to be inspired by these best international family vacations for multigenerational travel, as recommended by top family bloggers.

Kauai beach vacations are the perfect family vacation.

Best Beach Vacations for Families

No matter where you are now, who doesn’t imagine the perfect family vacation on the beach. The calming sound of waves washing against the sandy beaches. Children splashing in the ocean. Building sandcastles with your kids. Whether your family prefers the beaches of California or tropical beaches of Hawaii or Mexico, we’ve got the best beach vacations for families, courtesy of our friends at Get Away Today

If you visit Miami, Florida, chances are you'll want to know the things to do in South Beach too!

5 Things to Do at South Beach Miami, Florida

The Sunshine State tops the list of places to visit for all ages from families to seniors,  and just as often on the list is a stop in Miami. Of course, if you’re in Miami, you most certainly need to take the time to visit South Beach. Not sure where to start?  How about with these 5 things to do at South Beach Miami, Floria.

During Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure Park, a new pulsing party will rock the Backlot area of Hollywood Land inspired by the popular “Descendants” franchise from Disney Channel. As the DescenDANCE begins, a spell is cast, summoning the greatest dance crew from the Isle of the Lost to throw down and lead everyone in moves that are set to the biggest hit songs from the “Descendants” movies. Once the DescenDANCE crew returns to their realm, the Backlot DJ continues to spin tunes that will make any “villain kid” proud, inviting everyone to step onto the dance floor into the night. Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party is offered on 20 select nights this fall, starting Sept. 17, 2019. Photo: (Disneyland Resort)

Family Vacation Guide to Disneyland Halloween Time

Have you ever been to Disneyland during Halloween Time? So many people say this is their absolute favorite time of year to visit the Disneyland Resort. And this year — the Disneyland Halloween Time is kicking off early with ride overlays to experience, villains to meet, new treats to taste, and Halloween events that are fun for all ages. Read on for our simple family guide to Disneyland Halloween Time — and book your visit now.

Fitzroy Beach, Fitzroy, New Zealand

7 Things to do in Cairns, Australia

Cairns is one of the most beautiful regions in Australia and this is reflected in the number of visitors it has every year. In fact, Cairns is one of the top destinations in the country among international tourists, despite its distance from other major cities like Sydney and Brisbane. From waterfalls to rainforest, our guest author offers travelers these things to do in Cairns, Australia — or a short road trip away.

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Summer Disneyland Pass Deals – Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge is OPEN!

Can you believe it? After all this anticipation, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now OPEN at Disneyland. To celebrate, we’ve brought these deals from our partner, Get Away Today. The best Star Wars deals include Adults at Kids’ Prices for travel this summer (but hurry must book by June 7! Read on and may the force be with you!