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Hey fellow parents, ready to chase epic adventures without draining the vacation fund? This week we’ve rounded up some of the smartest, most family-friendly travel deals and openings hitting the scene for 2026. From a completely free Denali adventure tacked onto an Alaska cruise, to a resort that literally pays you back for your child’s first passport, to a stylish new NYC hotel offering serious opening discounts — these deals are designed to make unforgettable family memories way more affordable.
New York City Just Got a Fresh Family-Friendly Hotel with Big Savings!
Families heading to NYC in 2026, mark your calendars — the brand-new Kimpton Ashbel New York–Park Avenue opens this winter in Midtown Manhattan, and they’re celebrating with a fantastic Grand Opening Offer.
Book your stay through September 7, 2026 (with at least 3 days’ advance notice) and enjoy **up to 35% off** your room rates. That’s real money saved on a prime Park Avenue location, just steps from Grand Central Terminal — perfect for easy train rides to museums, Broadway shows, or Central Park adventures.
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This stylish new Kimpton feels like a chic townhouse: warm woods, cozy vibes, and playful details that won’t make kids feel like they’re in a stuffy hotel. The highlight? **Park & Bel**, their all-day café that serves fresh pastries and hearty breakfasts in the morning, then switches to cheeses, cured meats, and small plates with a fun bar cart in the evening. Plus, enjoy free morning coffee and the classic Kimpton afternoon wine hour in the lobby.
A relaxed, central base for your NYC family memories — at a nice discount.
Plenty of space for every family to spread out. Photo courtesy of Kimpton Hotels.
First Passport? Beaches Resorts Will Pay You Back $135 Per Kid!
Parents, if 2026 is the year your little one finally gets that shiny new passport, Beaches Resorts just made the whole “first international trip” thing way less stressful and more wallet-friendly.
Book a stay at Beaches Negril or Beaches Turks & Caicos before November 3, 2026 with kids five and under, show their brand-new passport at check-in, and you’ll get a $135 resort credit per child (up to two kids). Basically, they’re refunding most of the passport fee. Genius!
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Even better? Beaches Turks & Caicos is launching its brand-new Treasure Beach Village this March with spacious 2-4 bedroom suites and villas, a fresh pool, a cinema, and six new restaurants — perfect for families testing the international travel waters.
Between unlimited Sesame Street fun, killer water parks, supervised kids camps, and actual built-in childcare, you might even get to relax like a real vacationing adult.
Ready to make those first passport stamps count?
Only the good blues here. Photo courtesy of Beaches Resorts.
Score a Free Denali Adventure with Your Alaska Cruise!
Hey families, want to turn your Alaska trip into the ultimate “wow, we really did that” vacation without emptying the piggy bank? The Boat Company is hooking guests who book their weeklong eco-cruise between Sitka and Juneau from June 6-13, 2026, with a **completely free 3-day Denali Adventure Package** as a bonus!
Picture this: After spotting whales, kayaking, fly-fishing, and hiking with naturalist guides on their cozy small ships (just 20-24 guests), you hop on a glass-dome train from Anchorage to Denali for mountain views, wildlife spotting, and two nights near the park. It’s like Alaska said, “You liked the cruise? Here, have the greatest hits sequel for free!”
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These intimate luxury boats serve gourmet local seafood, let kids (and adults) forage berries, and even fund Tongass National Forest protection—because saving the planet while having the best family vacation ever is a flex.
Limited spots, first-come, first-served. Call 1-360-697-4242 or book online. Your future family photos (and wallet) will thank you!
A lone boat with a pioneering spirit. Photo courtesy of The Boat Company