Wendy’s best tips, solutions, and ideas for family vacations—plus invaluable advice on travel logistics when you’ve got kids in tow.
Walking home from dinner in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Tim, Wendy, and their sons were unexpectedly pulled into a giant party. This is what happened next.
Wendy is just back from a family trip to Uzbekistan in Central Asia, and she’s sharing the highlights of her Silk Road adventure.
These photos of international ice cream sundaes, cones, and concoctions look so tasty, they'll serve as inspiration for your next trip.
August is one of the best times of the year to visit one of our favorite cities: London. This is why.
On Wendy’s recent family trip to Belize, while she was road-testing Belize trip-planning specialists and her 14-year-old was learning to scuba dive, her husband, Tim, went fishing. Here’s his story.
I chose Belize for a recent family trip because the best vacations are those where you try something new you’ve never done before.
Where and how do you find the perfect Paris apartment rental for families? My week in Paris taught me five important strategies.
Family travelers are late to the realization that Colombia is an excellent destination for parents and young kids. Here’s why.
A professional photographer, Wendy’s husband Tim offers advice on the best types of cameras travelers should bring on a safari trip.
How to take grown-up family vacations that your kids will love too.
After a recent family trip to Sri Lanka, I asked my 13-year-old, Doug, to write about his favorite day. This is what he wrote:
Victoria Falls, the world’s largest waterfall, spans two countries, so travel plans can be complicated. Wendy went with her family and returned with 7 tips.
Can you guess where I am right now? Deduce it based on the photo clues, and make your guess in the comment space!
For me an African safari isn’t just about game viewing. It’s about meeting new people from a totally different culture. And on any trip abroad with my kids, I want them to meet local children.
Because Zambia is still under the radar, you can enjoy a high-value-for-your-dollar safari there that will have you alone amid sweeping landscapes.
If you're looking for small-town Americana, a charming parade, and family fun for the July 4th weekend, you'll find it in Sonoma County, California.
Here are eight ideas for short, fun road trips and big-city escapes that work just as well for families as for solo travelers.
Too often, large beach resorts wall travelers off from their country’s culture. But Wendy found one that is an unusual blend of comfort and authenticity.
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