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Looking for a memorable vacation for the family? The place to visit is Galveston, Texas . Situated forty miles south of Houston, Galveston is the perfect getaway for anyone and everyone. Whether you are taking a day trip or looking for a longer visit, this 32-mile-stretch of island is the ideal spot...
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CASA DEL MAR RESORT When we planned our family vacation to Galveston we wanted to stay somewhere close to the beach, with a beautiful view, yet still affordable. With Casa del Mar we got all three, plus it was easy to find. All we had to do was drive into Galveston, exit on Broadway, turn right on 61st...
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Why pack a suitcase--just stuff a few pairs of shorts, couple of t-shirts, sandals, tennis shoes and some towels and sunscreen in an overnight bag, and head off for sun, sand and surf! I live about 4 1/2 hours from Galveston , which is great when I want to take an impulsive getaway weekend. We try to...
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Getting to Galveston, Texas (an island jutting into the Gulf of Mexico) may require several methods of transportation. It really isn't that big of a deal, because you can fly, drive, hop on a bus, or if you're like the President of the United States fly aboard your own helicopter. One of the...
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Mention Galveston, Texas and many people would remember the name from one of the classic rock songs where it appeared. Mention that it's actually an island and some people may do a double take. Yes, Galveston is in fact an island, and not just that but an island with literally thousands of things...
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Galveston was discovered by Spanish explorers in 1523, but it's being re-discovered today by thousands of tourists who have flocked to its peaceful shores. Once they arrive, they find all kinds of activities just waiting for them, both on and off the water. Parakarting - Galveston has all the usual...
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When I say "Guess where we're going?" My kids don't yell Disneyland, they holler "Galveston! We're going to Galveston!" A little paradise that's synonymous to amusement park, beach, water rides, fishing, swimming, snorkeling, dolphin watching, and eating in the middle...
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When we start discussing vacation plans with our daughters they always talk about our vacation trip when we stayed at Casa del Mar . My wife is from Mexico so normally that is where we go to visit family and we use vacation as a chance to reconnect with them. However, one year we decided to be a bit...
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Traveling with young children can be fun if you plan ahead. The first thing you want to do is to book a suite with a full kitchen. This will not only save you money on eating out but will keep you sane. When your kids (or you) are tired you can go back to your condo and get a snack or rest so that you...
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Since Beaver Creek has been lauded as the "The consummate kid-friendly resort" by SKI Magazine, check out these especially fun things for kids to do on vacation in Beaver Creek, Colorado: Beaver Creek Village Ice skating on the ice rink in the middle of the Beaver Creek Village from 10a-9p...
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For months you've been planning to give your family the perfect beach vacation. Now you find yourself three days into your trip to Panama City, Florida and you're running out of things to do. Yesterday at the beach, little Suzy's inflatable octopus was caught in a gust of wind and blown out...
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Ah, Ft. Lauderdale, original home to that annual party fest known as Spring Break. And while many students still flock to its sunny shores, Ft. Lauderdale is also a great destination for a family vacation, with all sorts of activities for kids, from tots to teens. Adults will find plenty to do, too,...