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The Ultimate Family Guide to the Indy 500

  The end of May in Indianapolis smells like freshly cut grass, sun-warmed lilac, and race-fuel exhaust. It’s the time of year when spring hasn’t quite let go, but the excitement of summer shimmers on the horizon. At the heart of the buzz is what is largely...
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A Michigander’s Guide to the Tulip Time Festival in Holland, Michigan

  The Tulip Festival in Holland, Michigan, officially called the Tulip Time Festival, occurs annually in May. The festival brings to mind a special memory. One October in the late 1980s, my mom had a great idea. She was going to plant tulip bulbs all along the...
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Sun, Sand, and Suite Dreams at these 13 California Luxury Beach Resorts

  If you’ve ever attempted the high-wire act of planning a family vacation that keeps the kids entertained and the adults from losing their minds, you know it’s basically Olympic-level parenting. One hurried hotel reservation, and you’ll be scarfing down a sad...
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12+ Most Awesome Things To Do In Cleveland With Kids: Spring Edition

  Families might not think of "Cleveland" as the most obvious destination for a spring vacation, but that's part of the appeal. Cleveland is a good mix of educational attractions, outdoor spaces, and hands-on fun. It's easy to fill several days, but it isn't as...
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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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For Family Fun, Here Are The 5 Best Pools In Vegas For Kids

  One thing is for sure. Vegas knows how to party - pool party, that is! Vegas is known for its heat, among other things that we won’t mention here, but it’s easy to keep your cool because this town is on point for having some of the best swimming pools for...
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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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A Michigander’s Guide to the Tulip Time Festival in Holland, Michigan

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12+ Most Awesome Things To Do In Cleveland With Kids: Spring Edition

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

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For Family Fun, Here Are The 5 Best Pools In Vegas For Kids

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In the Footsteps of Winnie-the-Pooh – Things to do in Ashdown Forest, the Real Hundred Acre Wood

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7 Epic Family Adventures in California’s National Parks

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This Cruise From Los Angeles Is The Perfect Family Vacation With Teens 

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Our 10 Favorite California Wine Festivals!

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4 Unforgettable Costa Rica All-Inclusive Resorts for Families

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.
Our digimag provides guidance to make that happen.

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!

We are your one stop shop to plan and book your perfect family trip. Reach out to us through our Contact Us page if you need help planning your family trip!

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