The holidays are a good time for a family to go somewhere new and explore a place together. Especially if you have older kids who are prone to boredom when they’re home from school, planning a family outing or vacation can help make the holidays more fun and memorable for everyone. Taking a family holiday trip doesn’t have to be a long, expensive vacation. You don’t have to go to Disney World or Paris. Going someplace close to home can be equally fun, especially if it cuts down on your stress.  For inspiration, here are 5 family-friendly cities in the U.S. that are worth visiting during the holidays, all in different states. Hopefully one will be close to where you [...]

Texas is the 2nd largest state in the United States. Even so, you may not have any traffic troubles in the vast swaths of Texas that are sparsely populated. Our Texas travel tips for holiday travelers will help you navigate through the metropolitan hubs of Houston and Dallas, even smaller cities like Amarillo. In many of these cities, traffic can be challenging even on a good day. Over the holidays, you can forget about zipping along the Interstate or getting anywhere fast. Even though holiday travel can be a significant headache, here are some Holiday Travel Tips for Texas Travelers some ways to minimize your frustration and enjoy the holidays. General Holiday Travel Advice to Take with You Anywhere Holidays [...]

  If you’re thinking about traveling to Orlando this winter, you’re not alone! Florida, and Orlando in particular, is a popular destination for northern travelers wanting to escape the snow and get some sunshine. To stay ahead of this crowd, here are 7 things to keep in mind. The weather might be perfect – or freezing Florida can inspire thoughts of warm sunshine and beaches, but in fact, it can get pretty cold in Orlando through the winter, even dropping below freezing. It’s completely unpredictable, though. You may get hot days that feel like summer, or you might need a coat and gloves during your visit. But one thing’s for sure: you won’t have to survive torrential rain from a [...]