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Why sometimes the ship matters more than the ports When my husband and I booked our cruise with Explora Journeys, we weren’t chasing a bucket-list itinerary. In fact, the ports (Miami, Costa Maya, Belize, Cozumel, and Key West ) were places we’d visited before. What we were truly looking for was rest, reconnection, and an…
If you’ve been following TravelingMamas.com for a while, you already know I have a soft spot for Holland America Line. I’ve sailed with them more times than I can count…Alaska’s glaciers, Mexican coastlines, Caribbean sunsets, and every single cruise voyage has been a blend of comfort, culture, and that signature HAL warmth. So when I…
The best things to do in New York City during the holiday season, with stories from our own trips. There’s something wildly irresistible about New York City during the holidays. The lights, the windows, the music drifting down Fifth Avenue. It feels like stepping into your own Christmas movie. Over the years, I’ve visited with…
Traveling with family, tradition, and a little holiday magic No matter how you feel about Thanksgiving travel…love it, dread it, tolerate it with strong coffee, it’s become part of modern American life. Planes are packed, highways are full, and somewhere in the mix are families like mine who still chase a little holiday sparkle. And…
Many people travel to New York City for family vacations and during holidays. A frequent question we get from readers is: What are the best hotels along the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Route? Visitors are already planning a trip for the next Thanksgiving holiday, and we want to make sure our readers have the information they need…