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5 Things to Do in Chile on Family Vacation

South America is a continent of unmatched diversity. Across its vast landscapes, travelers can take in the lush rain forest of the Amazon, the spectacular ruins of the Incas and the dizzying peaks of the Andes. Even alongside the wonders of the wider landmass, Chile is blessed with incredible experiences suitable for adventurers of any age. With a little help from our friends, we offer these 5 things to do in Chile on a family vacation.

Family road trip tips include stopping to take photos of all the state line signs.

Are We There Yet? 7 Simple Family Road Trip Tips and Tricks

Are we there yet, Mom? How many times on one road trip will you hear those (whiny) little voices from the back seat? Too often. Cramped into a stuffy car for 5 hours traveling to your next destination is one of the drawbacks of road trips.  Add a 20-plus-hour — one way – cross country road trip, as we’ve done, and the scenery might change, but the “are we there yets” never seem to end.  Our simple family road trip tips and tricks to make the journey almost as much fun as the destination.

Let's get tasting and sipping with these 5 best restaurants in Denver, including this going-to-be-legendary downtown Denver restaurant. Photo: Brass Tacks Facebook

5 Delicious Restaurants in Denver, Colorado

Denver is fast-becoming THE place for dining, and Bravo’s Top Chef let the Mile High City’s secret out. Yes, we have an amazing restaurant scene. It’s constantly changing and adding new restaurants. The Mile High City attracts new chefs from around the world, even creating new home-grown Colorado chefs. Looking for something different, from sushi to Salvadoran, get ready to sample and taste these 5 oustandingly delicious restaurants in Denver.

Explore the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado

Family travel. Car road trips. Motorcycle road trips. National parks are the perfect vacation, no matter who you travel with or how you get there…and that’s why I’m a fan of national parks. Lucky for me, my backyard of Colorado has four national parks, including the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Explore Fremantle, West Australia with this 1-day itinerary.

How to Spend 1 Day in Fremantle, West Australia

If you haven’t added Fremantle, West Australia, to your travel bucket list, now is the time. Welcome to this lively port city, just 30 minutes southwest of Perth in Western Australia, where the Swan River meets the Indian Ocean. The pedestrian-friendly city of Fremantle has something to offer visitors of all ages at any time of the year, with its unique winding streets — and great ocean and river beaches. And if you’re unsure how to start exploring, our guest author will get you started with these tips on how to spend one day in Fremantle, West Australia.

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge opened May 31, 2019, at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California, and Aug. 29, 2019, at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. At 14 acres each, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge will be Disney's largest single-themed land expansions ever, transporting guests to live their own Star Wars adventures in Black Spire Outpost, a village on the remote planet of Batuu, full of unique sights, sounds, smells and tastes. Guests can become part of the story as they sample galactic food and beverages, explore an intriguing collection of merchant shops and take the controls of the most famous ship in the galaxy aboard Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. (Disney Parks)

Star Wars Land at Disneyland Opening on May 31, 2019

One of the newest attractions at Disneyland and Disney World this year is Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Everyone has been waiting for years to find out what these expansions will include. My partners at Get Away Today always have the inside scoop, and they’re here today to tell us what they know about the opening date for Star Wars Land Disneyland — and Galaxy’s Edge attractions, food, and merchandise.

From spring savings to Mickey & Minnie Mouse, we have 4 magical reasons to visit Disneyland in 2019. Photo credit: Disneyland & Anaheim Marriott

4 Magical Reasons to Visit Disneyland

When you hear Disneyland, you may think it’s just for kids. And while it has an obvious appeal to little ones, there is a lot about the Disneyland Resort that makes it a wonderful vacation destination for adults! My friends at Get Away Today are stopping by to share the reasons why you should consider visiting Disneyland in 2019, no matter your age or who your travel companions are.

Visit Italy: 1 of 5 must see places includes Rome's Trevi Fountain.

Visit Italy: 5 Must See Places

One of the most popular travel destinations in Europe is Italy. But Italy can be overwhelming with all the endless possibilities things to do and see. To make the process easier, consider these 5 must-see places to visit in Italy, from Rome’s Colosseum to the city of Venice.

Ah New York City! And we have 8 irrestible things to do in the Big Apple.

8 Irresistible Reasons To Visit New York City

New York City is one of those destinations that seems to naturally land on everyone’s travel bucket list.  But yet it’s big, dirty, noisy –and the same time irresistible.  Perhaps that’s why our guest author brings us these 8 irresistible reasons to visit New York City?

No better place to sample a Guinness than at a pub in the Temple Bar area of Dublin, Ireland

The Beer-Swilling, Wine-Guzzling Capitals Of The World

If travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer, then surely one important component of your vacations have to be beer and wine tours.  If your perfect vacation includes touring a country’s top beer and wine travel destinations, then cheers to you.  Our guest author offers a tongue-in-cheek look at the beer-swilling, wine-guzzling capitals of the world. And if that isn’t enough reason to pack your bags and your beer or wine glass, what is?

Known as the covered bridge capital of the world, Winterset, Iowa area featues six covered bridges inspired the novel and movie, Bridges of Madison County.

Why You Should Visit Winterset, Iowa

Historic covered bridges. Birthplace of John Wayne. Storybook downtown. Good ol’ fashioned Iowa home cooking (and oh the pies!). This and more awaits you in this Iowa small town, and these are only a few of the reasons why you should visit Winterset, Iowa.