Cities

CityPASS

Available in 12 North American destinations, CityPASS® provides families with an easy way to see the best attractions at a significant savings, typically close to 50%.

An Eye-Opening Family Visit to a Chinese Migrant Workers’ School

Ethan Gelber

An eye-opening account of the complex context and experience of an American family’s visit to a Chinese migrant workers’ school.

Discover Lisbon as a Family with Martinhal Chiado Family Suites

Family Travel Association

Set in the center of Lisbon’s historic and fashionable district of Chiado, Martinhal Chiado Family Suites is the world’s first elegant city-centre family hotel.

Why Your Next Family Vacation Should Be on a Train

Amy Tara Koch

For children, trains are not simply a mode of transport, they’re an experience. Factor in a sleepover and you’ve got magic, part Hogwart’s with a side of Polar Express. Here are five family travel train journey favorites.

Beyond Family Cruises: 10 New Multigenerational Vacation Ideas

U.S. News and World Report

A multigenerational vacation is more popular than ever, but how about something other than a cruise? Here are 10 outside-the-box ideas to consider as a family.

Family-Friendly Activities in Las Vegas

Travel Pulse

It might surprise you to learn that there are almost as many fun family-friendly activities in Las Vegas as there are fun things only for adults.

Family Holidays: 10 Places You Wouldn’t Think to Take Your Family

Telegraph UK

Offbeat and unusual destinations for a family holidays, from beach breaks in Colombia and Zimbabwe, to museums in Manchester.

Top 5 Multigenerational Vacations for Every Budget

U.S. News and World Report

Here are five top multigenerational vacations suited for a wide range of budgets, interests and traveler types.

FTA Spotlight: Re/Defining Family Travel > How Travel Can Change a Family

Jessie Voigts

In our daily lives, we settle into our roles. That’s one reason why traveling is so important, especially when you think how travel can change a family – expanding our worldviews, global knowledge and experience, and offering unlimited learning opportunities. (This is the 11th of our 12 FTA Spotlight: Re/Defining Family Travel topics.)

City Tours Becoming More Children-Friendly

The New York Times

City tours can be yawn-inducing for kids. Fortunately, companies are creating interactive and entertaining versions for those between the ages of 6 and 12.

Living History in Athens

National Geographic

Visit Athens with kids for a living history lesson. Discover how modern is juxtaposed with ancient, and art is featured throughout the city.

A New Family Tradition: the 24-Hour Layover

National Geographic

Forget about making the trip in one day and embrace the inconvenience by spending a 24-hour layover somewhere en route, like Barcelona, Spain.

Say Hueque Argentina & Chile Journeys

Say Hueque is a travel company providing customized tours to independent travelers throughout Argentina and Chile´s national parks and cities.