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Wine In The Clouds: Weekend Getaway At Ojai Mountain Ridge Estate

  It took a winery set almost 3000 feet in the sky to make our weekend trip a reality. For over a decade, our writers’ group has talked about a girl’s getaway. But we’re moms, and some of us work outside the home as well. We appreciated the idea of a weekend...
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14 Fabulous Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio with Kids: Spring Break Edition

Some of our favorite spring break trips have been close to home. As long-time Ohio residents, Columbus is a familiar and reliable destination for our family, whether visiting for the day or staying overnight to explore more of central Ohio.  With a mix of hands-on...
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Kings Island With Kids: A Real Parent’s Guide

  I buy Kings Island tickets with the confidence of an Olympic athlete, but my physical readiness is more like a Victorian child who needs a fainting couch. There’s a lot of walking. I’m careful with sunscreen. We eat plenty of theme park food. Somehow, even with...
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In the Footsteps of Winnie-the-Pooh – Things to do in Ashdown Forest, the Real Hundred Acre Wood

  Like many people, I have fond childhood memories of curling up at bedtime to A. A. Milne’s Pooh stories of Winnie-the-Pooh and his adventures with Christopher Robin, Piglet, and the rest of their furry (and feathered!) friends. As a parent, these stories have...
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7 Epic Family Adventures in California’s National Parks

  If you’re planning a family adventure in the Golden State, buckle up: California’s national parks are nature's ultimate adventure park—no tickets (or minimum height) required. The California national park system stands as a giant outdoor playground spanning...
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12 Awesome And Affordable Places to Go for Spring Break

  Spring break doesn’t have to mean expensive resorts or cross-country flights. Some of our favorite family trips have been ones that were quick to plan (and easy on the budget). From road trips along the West Coast to beach destinations and even international...
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at La Placita Olvera, Los Angeles

  Add color and culture to your family’s Cinco de Mayo celebration by visiting historic Olvera Street, the "Birthplace of Los Angeles." Less than a block from Union Station in the heart of Los Angeles, Olvera Street (“La Placita Olvera”) is a conveniently located...
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Things To Do In Brighton – The Seaside Town For A Perfect London Day Trip

  Brighton is a vibrant small city on the south coast of the English Channel. Just a short hop from London, it only takes around 50 minutes to get there by train from London Victoria. If you are looking for a bit of variety beyond what the capital has to offer,...
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This Cruise From Los Angeles Is The Perfect Family Vacation With Teens 

  Right away, our cruise seemed doomed. First, my husband couldn’t make it (work), then my older teen bailed for a soccer tournament. I know. First-world problems, but this left me with the younger teen who still lives in his surly stage for our three-day sailing...
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Our 10 Favorite California Wine Festivals!

  I’m a wine fanatic, and even though wine isn’t always his thing, my partner is always happy to tagalong for my wine festival adventures. He enjoys a sweeter pour, and I love bold reds. The variety available is exactly what makes these festivals work for us.  We...
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L.A. Family Travel articles help Southern California families plan their best family trips.

You want your family vacation memories to be the highlights of their childhood.
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L.A. Family Travel has lots of great international, domestic, weekend and day trip ideas from Los Angeles. However, our itineraries can be used for families everywhere.

But. Traveling with children can be tough. Our writers share tips on survival as well. Look for new stories on Tuesdays (or Wednesdays) and Fridays (or Saturdays! We are juggling kids after all!)  Many Friday stories come with videos from our YouTube channel!

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