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111 DESTINATIONS

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A boardwalk over the dunes to the Gulf beach along Florida's 30ABeaches & Islands

30A & Rosemary Beach

White sand, bike rides, and easy beach-town evenings.

Best May–Jun, Sep–Oct
A fishing boat moored in clear turquoise water off AnguillaBeaches & Islands

Anguilla

Quiet, powdery beaches and some of the calmest water around.

Best Dec–Apr
Sailboats anchored in a green-hilled Antiguan bay at golden hourBeaches & Islands

Antigua

A beach for every day of the year and a deep sailing history.

Best Dec–Apr
Thatched umbrellas and palms on Arashi Beach, Aruba, at sunsetBeaches & Islands

Aruba

Sunny, breezy, and usually south of the storms.

Great year-round
Turquoise shallows of the Exumas in the BahamasBeaches & Islands

Bahamas: Exumas & Harbour Island

Sandbars, swimming pigs, and Harbour Island's pink sand.

Best Dec–May
Cane Garden Bay on Tortola, British Virgin Islands, from aboveBeaches & Islands

British Virgin Islands

Island hopping by boat, The Baths, and beach bars by the water.

Best Dec–Apr
Boat on blue water along the Guanacaste coast in dry seasonBeaches & Islands

Costa Rica, Papagayo

Rainforest adventure and beach days in one trip.

Dry season Dec–Apr
Boat anchored in turquoise water off a palm-fringed white-sand beach in FijiBeaches & Islands

Fiji

Warm welcomes, great kids' clubs, and reef snorkeling off the beach.

Best May–Oct
The Seven Mile Bridge crossing turquoise water in the Florida KeysBeaches & Islands

Florida Keys

Snorkeling, boat days, and Key West sunsets.

Best Dec–May
The hilltop village of Èze above the Mediterranean on the French RivieraBeaches & Islands

French Riviera

Nice, Cannes, and Monaco on one glittering coast.

Best May–Jun, Sep
Aerial view of a Grand Cayman beach and turquoise seaBeaches & Islands

Grand Cayman

Stingray City, Seven Mile Beach, and easy, calm water.

Best Dec–Apr
The summit of Mauna Kea above a sea of clouds on Hawaii's Big IslandBeaches & Islands

Hawaii: Big Island

Volcanoes, manta rays, and black sand beaches.

Best Apr–May, Sep–Oct
Boats bobbing in the turquoise water at Negril, JamaicaBeaches & Islands

Jamaica

Waterfalls, reggae, and all-inclusive ease for every age.

Best Dec–Apr
Aerial view of the lush Na Pali Coast on KauaiBeaches & Islands

Kauai

Green cliffs, quiet beaches, and canyon views.

Best Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
A palm tree leaning over the turquoise sea on Koh SamuiBeaches & Islands

Koh Samui, Thailand

Palm-lined beaches, island temples, and warm, easy water.

Best Jan–Apr
El Arco rock formation where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific at Cabo San LucasBeaches & Islands

Los Cabos

Desert meets sea: whales, resort pools, and swimmable coves.

Best Nov–Apr
Aerial view of overwater villas in a turquoise Maldives lagoonBeaches & Islands

Maldives

Overwater villas, seaplanes, and lagoons made for first snorkels.

Best Dec–Apr
Turquoise water at the Caló des Moro cove in MallorcaBeaches & Islands

Mallorca

Turquoise coves, mountain villages, and a vintage train.

Best May–Jun & Sep
Aerial view of Napili Bay on Maui's west coastBeaches & Islands

Maui

Beaches, sea turtles, and a sunrise above the clouds.

Best Apr–May, Sep–Oct
Aerial view of Le Morne peninsula and lagoon in MauritiusBeaches & Islands

Mauritius

Calm lagoons, green mountains, and a warm Creole welcome.

Best Apr–Jun, Sep–Dec
Waikiki Beach and the Honolulu shoreline on OahuBeaches & Islands

Oahu

Waikīkī mornings, North Shore afternoons, and history.

Best Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Colonial waterfront of Old San Juan, Puerto RicoBeaches & Islands

Puerto Rico

Old San Juan, rainforest hikes, and glowing bays, no passport.

Best Dec–Apr
Aerial view of a seaside town on Mexico's Riviera Nayarit coastBeaches & Islands

Punta Mita

Calm bay beaches, surf lessons, and humpback season.

Best Nov–May
Mayan ruins of Tulum above the Caribbean SeaBeaches & Islands

Riviera Maya

Easy flights, cenotes, and all-inclusive ease.

Best Dec–Apr
Clear turquoise water at Valle dell'Erica beach, SardiniaBeaches & Islands

Sardinia

Caribbean-clear water, boat days, and soft white sand.

Best Jun, Sep
Granite boulders and clear water on La Digue, SeychellesBeaches & Islands

Seychelles

Granite boulders, giant tortoises, and island-hopping by boat.

Best Apr–May, Oct–Nov
Sunset over a yacht-filled harbor on St. BartsBeaches & Islands

St. Barts

French style, calm coves, and bakery breakfasts by the sea.

Best Dec–Apr
The Pitons rising above the sea in St. LuciaBeaches & Islands

St. Lucia

The Pitons, rainforest hikes, and warm volcanic mud baths.

Best Dec–May
Turquoise lagoon and white-sand beach in Bora Bora, French PolynesiaBeaches & Islands

Tahiti & Bora Bora

Overwater bungalows and a lagoon full of rays and reef fish.

Best May–Oct
Patong Bay and beach on Phuket's west coastBeaches & Islands

Thailand: Phuket

Andaman beaches, island boat days, and Phang Nga Bay cliffs.

Best Nov–Apr
Aerial view of a white-sand beach and turquoise water in Turks and CaicosBeaches & Islands

Turks & Caicos

Calm, shallow water that's perfect for little swimmers.

Best Dec–Apr
A traditional dhow sailing past the beach at Jambiani, ZanzibarBeaches & Islands

Zanzibar

Spice island beaches, Stone Town alleys, and a safari finale.

Best Jun–Oct, Dec–Feb
Pastel houses of Positano stacked above the sea on the Amalfi CoastEurope

Amalfi Coast

Lemon groves, boat days, and dinner with a view.

Best May–Jun, Sep
Boats moored along a tree-lined canal in AmsterdamEurope

Amsterdam

Canal boats, bikes, pancakes, and tulip fields in spring.

Best Apr–Sep
Barcelona skyline at sunsetEurope

Barcelona

Gaudí, tapas at golden hour, and city beaches.

Best May–Jun & Sep–Oct
Hot-air balloons over Cappadocia's rock formations under a clear blue skyEurope

Cappadocia

Sunrise hot-air balloons, cave hotels, and fairy chimneys.

Best Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct
Terracotta rooftops of Dubrovnik's old town beside the AdriaticEurope

Dubrovnik & Dalmatian Coast

Walled old towns, island hopping, and clear Adriatic water.

Best Jun & Sep
A stream winding through a green Highland glen in ScotlandEurope

Edinburgh & the Highlands

Castles, steam trains, lochs, and four seasons in a single day.

Best May–Sep
Snow-laden forest under a pink sky in Urho Kekkonen National Park, Finnish LaplandEurope

Finnish Lapland

Santa, husky sleds, reindeer, and northern lights over the snow.

Best Dec–Mar
The Ponte Vecchio over the Arno in Florence, seen from the western hillsEurope

Florence & Tuscany

Renaissance art, hill towns, and long lunches among the vines.

Best May–Jun, Sep–Oct
Blue church domes above the caldera in Oia, SantoriniEurope

Greek Islands

Whitewashed villages and the bluest water.

Best late May–early Oct
Skógafoss waterfall in southern Iceland at dawnEurope

Iceland

Waterfalls, geothermal pools, puffins, and northern lights.

Best Jun–Aug; auroras Sep–Mar
The green-topped Cliffs of Moher above the Atlantic, IrelandEurope

Ireland

Sea cliffs, castle ruins, cozy pubs, and green as far as you can see.

Best May–Sep
The Süleymaniye Mosque above the Istanbul skyline and harborEurope

Istanbul

Mosques, bazaars, and ferries between two continents.

Best Apr–May & Sep–Oct
Aerial view of a lakeside village and mountains on Lake ComoEurope

Lake Como

Villa gardens, ferry hopping, and dinners on the water.

Best May–Sep
Golden cliffs and a sheltered beach on the Algarve coastEurope

Lisbon & the Algarve

Hilltop trams, pastel tiles, and golden Atlantic cliffs.

Best May–Jun & Sep
Honey-stone cottages in Castle Combe, the CotswoldsEurope

London & the Cotswolds

Palaces, double-deckers, then honey-stone villages and country walks.

Best May–Sep
A Norwegian fjord framed by steep green mountainsEurope

Norway's Fjords

Fjord cruises, mountain railways, and waterfalls around every bend.

Best Jun–Aug
The Eiffel Tower rising over ParisEurope

Paris & London

Two capitals, one train ride, endless memories.

Best Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Charles Bridge and Prague Castle at golden hourEurope

Prague & Budapest

Castles, river cruises, and steaming thermal baths.

Best May–Jun & Sep, Dec for markets
Rows of lavender in Valensole, Provence, under a soft pink skyEurope

Provence

Lavender fields, village markets, and Roman ruins.

Best Jun–Sep
Whitewashed trulli with conical stone roofs in PugliaEurope

Puglia

Whitewashed towns, trulli, and turquoise coves.

Best May–Jun, Sep
The Colosseum in Rome at morning blue hourEurope

Rome

Gladiators, gelato, and fountains on every corner.

Best Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
The Giralda and Seville Cathedral above the rooftops of Seville at sunsetEurope

Seville & Andalusia

Flamenco, orange trees, and the Alhambra at sunset.

Best Mar–May & Oct–Nov
The seaside town of Cefalù, Sicily, seen from aboveEurope

Sicily

Greek temples, Mount Etna, and warm sea into October.

Best May–Jun, Sep–Oct
Gondolas moored along a canal in VeniceEurope

Venice

Canals, gondolas, and a city with no cars at all.

Best Apr–May, Sep–Oct
Hohensalzburg Fortress above the baroque old town of SalzburgEurope

Vienna & Salzburg

Palaces, pastry, Mozart, and alpine views.

Best May–Jun & Sep, Dec for markets
Camps Bay and the Twelve Apostles mountains near Cape TownAfrica & Safari

Cape Town & Winelands

Table Mountain, penguin beaches, and family-friendly wine farms.

Best Oct–Apr
Pyramid of Khafre at Giza under a clear skyAfrica & Safari

Egypt & the Nile

Pyramids, temples, and a slow cruise down the Nile.

Best Oct–Apr
Hot-air balloons drifting over the Maasai Mara in early morningAfrica & Safari

Kenya Safari

Big cats, balloon rides, and the Great Migration in the Masai Mara.

Best Jul–Oct
Koutoubia Mosque minaret in Marrakech with the snow-capped Atlas Mountains beyondAfrica & Safari

Marrakech & Morocco

Riads, souks, Atlas mountain villages, and Sahara camps.

Best Mar–May and Oct–Nov
Morning on the still waters and grasslands of the Okavango DeltaAfrica & Safari

Okavango Delta

Mokoro rides, floodplain wildlife, and quiet, remote camps.

Best Jun–Oct
Mountain gorilla in the forest greenery of RwandaAfrica & Safari

Rwanda Gorilla Trekking

Mountain gorillas in the misty Virunga volcanoes.

Best Jun–Sep and Dec–Feb
Leopard resting on a tree branch in the South African bushAfrica & Safari

Sabi Sands & Kruger

Leopards up close in South Africa's private reserves.

Best May–Oct
Wildebeest herd crossing the Mara River in Serengeti National ParkAfrica & Safari

Tanzania Safari

Serengeti herds and the wildlife-filled Ngorongoro Crater.

Best Jun–Oct and Jan–Feb
Victoria Falls at sunrise framed by lush green foliageAfrica & Safari

Victoria Falls & Zambia

Thundering falls, Zambezi sunsets, and river safaris.

Best May–Nov
Lush Tegallalang rice terraces and palms near Ubud, BaliAsia & Pacific

Bali

Rice terraces, temples, waterfalls, and easy beach days.

Best Apr–Oct
Tiger's Nest monastery (Paro Taktsang) clinging to a cliffside in BhutanAsia & Pacific

Bhutan

Cliffside monasteries, mountain festivals, and the Tiger's Nest hike.

Best Mar–May, Sep–Nov
The ancient Wat Chedi Luang temple in Chiang MaiAsia & Pacific

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Golden temples, night markets, and ethical elephant sanctuaries.

Best Nov–Feb
Burj Khalifa and the Downtown Dubai skyline at sunriseAsia & Pacific

Dubai & Abu Dhabi

Desert dunes, beach resorts, and over-the-top family fun.

Best Nov–Mar
Boats among limestone karst islands on turquoise Ha Long BayAsia & Pacific

Hanoi & Ha Long Bay

Old Quarter street food and an overnight cruise among limestone isles.

Best Oct–Apr
Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong skyline seen from Victoria PeakAsia & Pacific

Hong Kong

Harbour ferries, dim sum, and city views from the Peak.

Best Oct–Dec
Birds over Lake Pichola in Udaipur, RajasthanAsia & Pacific

India: Rajasthan

Pink City palaces, lake views in Udaipur, and hilltop forts.

Best Oct–Mar
Red pagoda with Mount Fuji rising behind it, JapanAsia & Pacific

Japan: Tokyo & Kyoto

Bullet trains, temple gardens, and the best convenience-store snacks.

Best Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Geunjeongjeon Hall at Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul under a blue skyAsia & Pacific

Seoul, South Korea

Palaces in hanbok, K-food markets, and very cool kids' museums.

Best Apr–May, Sep–Nov
Marina Bay skyline in Singapore at sunsetAsia & Pacific

Singapore

Supertrees, hawker centres, a night safari, and Sentosa days.

Best Feb–Apr
Aerial view of Sigiriya rock fortress rising above green forest in Sri LankaAsia & Pacific

Sri Lanka

Leopards, tea country trains, temples, and whale-watching coasts.

Best Dec–Apr
Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge on Sydney HarbourAsia & Pacific

Sydney & Great Barrier Reef

Harbour city days, then snorkeling the world's largest reef system.

Best Sep–Nov
Aerial view of the Great Blue Hole off the coast of BelizeLatin America

Belize

Maya ruins, jungle rivers, and the barrier reef in one trip.

Best Feb–May
View over Cartagena's colonial old town from the city wallsLatin America

Cartagena

Colorful walled city, Caribbean breezes, and island days.

Best Dec–Apr
The Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico CityLatin America

Mexico City

World-class museums, parks, food, and colorful neighborhoods.

Best Oct–Apr
Lenticular clouds over the granite towers of Torres del Paine at sunriseLatin America

Patagonia

Granite towers, glaciers, guanacos, and serious wind.

Best Nov–Mar
The ancient stone ruins of Machu Picchu among green Andean peaksLatin America

Peru: Machu Picchu

Inca ruins, Sacred Valley villages, and big Andean views.

Best May–Sep
Rio de Janeiro and Sugarloaf Mountain at sunsetLatin America

Rio de Janeiro

Famous beaches, mountain views, and big-city energy.

Best May–Oct
Pastel historic houses of Rainbow Row in Charleston, South CarolinaUSA & Canada

Charleston & Kiawah Island

Historic Southern city days paired with wide, quiet island beaches.

Best Apr–May & Oct
The Snake River winding below the Grand Tetons in WyomingUSA & Canada

Jackson Hole & Yellowstone

Bison, geysers, and Teton views in summer.

Best Jun–Sep
Brant Point Lighthouse on Nantucket at sunriseUSA & Canada

Nantucket & Martha's Vineyard

Bike paths, gray-shingled towns, and lazy New England beach days.

Best Jun–Sep
Vineyard rows on a sunny Northern California hillsideUSA & Canada

Napa & Sonoma

Vineyard picnics, pool days, and farm-to-table dinners.

Best May–Jun, Sep–Oct
The Manhattan skyline across the Hudson River at golden hourUSA & Canada

New York City

Museums, Broadway, Central Park, and pizza on every corner.

Best Apr–Jun, Sep–Dec
Red rock buttes of Sedona, Arizona, from Schnebly Hill RoadUSA & Canada

Scottsdale & Sedona

Resort pools, red rock trails, and big desert sunsets.

Best Feb–Apr & Oct–Nov
Sunlight streaming over a canyon overlook in Zion National Park, UtahUSA & Canada

Utah National Parks

Zion, Bryce, and Arches: canyons, hoodoos, and stone arches.

Best Apr–May & Sep–Oct
The Lincoln Memorial at sunset on the National Mall, Washington, DCUSA & Canada

Washington, DC

Free museums, monuments at night, and American history up close.

Best Mar–May & Sep–Oct
Maroon Bells reflected in Maroon Lake near Aspen at sunsetMountains & Ski

Aspen & Vail

Ski school mornings and cozy après afternoons.

Best Dec–Mar
Turquoise Moraine Lake beneath snowy peaks in Banff National ParkMountains & Ski

Banff & Lake Louise

Turquoise glacier lakes, mountain gondolas, and easy summer hikes.

Best Jun–Sep
Snow-covered slopes and a ski lift in the French AlpsMountains & Ski

Courchevel Ski

Ski-in, ski-out chalets in the vast Three Valleys of the French Alps.

Best Jan–Mar
Snow-covered Annupuri ski area seen from Kutchan, NisekoMountains & Ski

Niseko, Japan

Deep powder, steaming onsens, and ramen after ski school.

Best Jan–Feb
Downtown Park City, Utah, with snowy ski slopes behindMountains & Ski

Park City & Deer Valley

Easy airport access, great ski school, and a cute Main Street.

Best Jan–Mar
Chalets on green meadows below the cliffs of Lauterbrunnen, SwitzerlandMountains & Ski

Swiss Alps in Summer

Lake swims, cogwheel trains, cowbells, and snow-capped summits.

Best Jun–Sep
The Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks in the DolomitesMountains & Ski

The Dolomites

Alpine meadows, cable cars, and pink peaks at sunset.

Best late Jun–Sep
A wooden dock on a calm mountain lake in British Columbia's Coast MountainsMountains & Ski

Whistler

Two huge mountains and a walkable village made for ski families.

Best Jan–Mar
The snow-covered Matterhorn above Zermatt under a blue skyMountains & Ski

Zermatt Ski

Car-free village, Matterhorn views, and skiing over to Italy.

Best Dec–Apr
A cruise ship among the mountains of Glacier Bay, AlaskaCruises & Expeditions

Alaska Cruise

Glaciers, whales, and rainforest ports along the Inside Passage.

Best Jun–Aug
A blue iceberg with a natural arch off Portal Point on the Antarctic PeninsulaCruises & Expeditions

Antarctica

Penguins, icebergs, and Zodiac landings on the White Continent.

Best Nov–Mar
Cruise ship at sea off the coast of the Cayman IslandsCruises & Expeditions

Caribbean cruise

Sun, sea days, and a pool deck for everyone.

Best Dec–Apr
The Hungarian Parliament on the banks of the Danube in BudapestCruises & Expeditions

Danube River Cruise

Vienna, Budapest, and Wachau Valley vineyards by riverboat.

Best May–Jun & Sep–Oct
A cruise ship at sea under open skiesCruises & Expeditions

Disney Cruise

Character-filled sea days, kids' clubs, and island beach time.

Best Mar–May & Oct–Nov
Volcanic hills and twin bays of Bartolomé Island in the GalápagosCruises & Expeditions

Galápagos Islands

Sea lions, giant tortoises, and snorkeling from a small ship.

Best Dec–May
A cruise ship sailing across calm blue seaCruises & Expeditions

Mediterranean cruise

A new port every morning, unpack only once.

Best May–Oct
The Eiffel Tower against a blue Paris skyTheme Parks

Disneyland Paris

Two parks, a pink castle, and Paris down the line.

Best May–Jun & Sep
Palm trees beside blue water under a Florida skyTheme Parks

Orlando

Walt Disney World and Universal, done gracefully.

Best Jan–Feb, Nov
Palm trees above the beach at Laguna Beach, California, at sunsetTheme Parks

Southern California

Disneyland Resort days and easy beach afternoons.

Best Apr–May, Sep–Nov
Your packing edit

Turks & Caicos

Kristina's notes on Turks & Caicos

  1. Grace Bay's water is so calm and shallow that toddlers can splash safely. For boat days, bring a properly fitted life jacket.
  2. Sun is strong year-round. UPF swim shirts mean less sunscreen battle.
  3. Restaurants are pricey, so bring favorite snacks from home for picky eaters.
Best timeDec–Apr
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MoneyUS dollar
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    Carry-on8

    Carry-on suitcase per personOur pick
    Packing cubes, one color per personOur pickEveryone knows exactly which cube is theirs.
    Kids' headphones, volume-limited
    Tablet with downloaded shows
    Snack box with dividers
    Reusable water bottles
    Change of clothes for each kid
    Car seat travel bag

    Clothing4

    Daytime outfits8 per person
    Pajamas2 per person
    One nicer outfit for dinners and photos
    Underwear and socks9 per person

    Shoes1

    Sandals

    Beach & pool9

    Swimsuits2 per person
    UPF rash guardsOur pick
    Mineral sunscreen
    Wide-brim sun hats
    Swim diapers
    Hyperlite life jacket for boat and ocean daysOur pickA properly fitted life jacket for boats and open water.
    Lightweight beach tote
    Goggles
    Kids' snorkel maskBight Reef is an easy beginner snorkel.

    Little ones4

    Diapers and wipesenough for 3 days, buy the rest there
    Portable sound machineOur pickMakes every hotel room feel like home.
    Travel blackout shades
    Favorite lovey, plus a backup

    Health & toiletries4

    Travel first-aid kit
    Kids' fever reducer and allergy medicine
    Bug spray
    Hanging toiletry bag

    Documents & tech2

    Portable phone chargerOur pick
    Passports for everyone, valid 6+ months past your trip
    The outfit edit

    Island whites

    White, sand, sea glass, coral

    For the grown-ups

    • Linen shirt or linen set
    • A white cover-up dress
    • Leather slides for dinner

    For the kids

    • Seersucker or linen shorts
    • Matching-print swimsuits
    • Soft cotton sundress

    For photos

    • Everyone in white and one pop of coral
    • Shoot at golden hour on the sand
    What we travel with

    The family travel edit

    The pieces that earn their place on every trip. Tested on long flights, early mornings, and more than a few hotel naps.

    Carry-on spinner

    One carry-on per person keeps everyone moving fast.

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    Packing cubes

    A color per person, so no one digs through anyone else's.

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    Portable sound machine

    Naps and bedtime anywhere in the world.

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    Compact travel stroller

    Folds small enough for overhead bins on many flights.

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    Orlando, beautifully

    The theme park trip, done gracefully

    Walt Disney World and Universal can be calm, comfortable, and full of magic. It mostly comes down to where you stay and how you plan your days.

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    Stay somewhere that feels like a vacation

    A resort with a great pool turns your off-park afternoons into the best part of the trip. Four Seasons Orlando and club level at the Grand Floridian are two of our favorites.

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    Plan for the afternoon slump

    Go early, head back for naps and the pool, and return for the evening. Little ones last longer, and so do parents.

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    Know when a private guide pays off

    For big family groups or short trips, a VIP tour can mean more rides and far less waiting. We'll tell you honestly if it's worth it for your family.

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    Pack for the parks

    Our Orlando list adjusts for the month you're going, from cooling towels in July to sweatshirts in January.

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    I'm Kristina, and planning family trips is what I do.

    As a luxury travel advisor with KM Luxe Travel, I plan the hotels, the flow of the days, and the little details, often with perks like breakfast and upgrades when available.

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