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06/18/2024

If we are rafting we always look into OARS - Whitewater Rafting. They have trips on many rivers we love and provide unique perspectives on journeys which we adore. Like the Stars and Guitars trips they take through Cataract Canyon is a fun way to admire the night while rafting the day in one spectacular canyon.

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06/17/2024

Do you have some ideas for overseas travel, but haven’t yet solidified exactly how you will travel? Have you heard of CroisiEurope Cruises? They provide unique river cruises around the world from Europe, to Africa, to Southeast Asia. On a river cruise you see the countryside and culture of where you are traveling in a way no other travel can compare to.

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06/15/2024

Breakfast at the Marriott Mena House Cairo is not to be missed! Clockwise from 6:00 am: a spoonful of baba ghanouge, fresh fattush salad, beetroot salad, feteer (a layered cheese pie of wheat and vermicelli pastry) with a drizzle of molasses and tahini as the chef suggested, Egyptian brown bread, a dollop of metable (a sesame eggplant salad) plus a scoop of labneh yoghurt in the middle.

Egyptian food may appear to have many cousins in Turkey, Greece and Iran but the cuisine encompasses more complex spices, aromatic herbs, sauces and a hand-crafted touch you rarely find in those countries. All healthy and delicious.

And the cost? This 5* hotel charges US$22 including all taxes and tips for its 24-hour, nonstop wonderful buffets. Outside restaurants cost us about US$6 each for dinner and a glass of Egyptian Rose. Come to Egypt, if only to dine well!!
Shukran to

06/13/2024

Father’s Day Weekend is here! If you haven’t yet found a present for that special Dad and you have a Father who loves to travel we have some ideas for you!

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When it comes to gifts for Moms and Dads, we try to find experiences or useful items that might make their days easier or brighter.

06/13/2024

Have you ever had a medical emergency on a trip? If you have you know how scary that can be, especially if you are in another country. To be protected in those situations is one reason we have travel insurance on all our trips. If you use Allianz Travel Insurance US and their Allyz app, not only are you covered but the app provides locations for emergency care centers where you are, and even helps translates for you in other languages. Peace of mind and help in need are a huge boon when traveling.

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06/12/2024

9-year-old Mohammed picked up some English at school and his insta-worthy photo and social media skills online. He works part time for his dad, Mohammed, who owns 20 camels at the pyramids of Giza. After we paid our $15 for a 20-minute ride on Mickey Mouse (L) and Michael Jackson(R), it was obvious why even the camels want to kiss him! Thanks for our trip.

06/12/2024

Wow! We are at peak runoff right now for whitewater. If you are itching to raft look into OARS - Whitewater Rafting. There is no better time than right now to get on a river.

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06/11/2024

View of the Nile from our room at the posh Ramses Hilton, Cairo.

Pros: The hotel is super convenient and has large guest rooms. The sumptuous breakfast buffet ranges from sushi to belila to quiche and granola. The pool deck has an outdoor playground and kids trampoline zone. The 30th floor rooftop bar has a view over the hip neighborhood of Zamalek. We are 5 minutes by Uber from the legendary Cairo Museum.

Cons: Days are quite hot, about 95F, but if you can cope with it, now is the time to visit Egypt. Tonight's Family Room rates start at US$120.25. Thanks to Amira for showing us around Cairo.

06/10/2024

Recently, we were speaking with someone who cruises a lot and loves to travel. They were looking for that next cruise and wanted a unique and quaint experience. We did not hesitate to recommend CroisiEurope Cruises. One because CroisiEurope Cruises really hones in the size of their cruises. Two though, they travel to some amazing places around the world.

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06/10/2024

Ramses 2, like Robert Moses after him, built temples all over Egypt. Today we're at Abu Simbel, the temple rescued from the rising Aswan Dam in the 1960s. It's one of his masterpieces cooled by the breeze off Lake Nasser... A gorgeous temple to his wife Nefertari, favorite of 162 wives, lies below his at the site.

06/09/2024

We are always looking forward to traveling. The funny thing about traveling is very quickly you hit the short list of places you want to go. That is where the beauty comes in and you discover all the places you never knew you wanted to visit until you knew more of the world. Then you are hooked.

Whether you are an avid traveler or you are looking for a vacation for the family, we have many ideas for the next trip. Read the 🔗 below to explore our travel ideas.
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06/08/2024

Top travel agency in Edfu offering flight and lodging packages to Mecca for the Hajj. June 14-19, 2024 are the holiest of days to make the Muslim pilgrimage this year. (Agency closed for siesta at our visit.) الحج 🇪🇬 via

06/07/2024

Right now is one of the best times of the year. The plants are looking healthy, the temperature begs to be basked in, and the water flow is perfect for rafting! We love this time of year. This is where all the hard winter days of cold and snow return us a favor and treat us to a fun cool down on our favorite rivers.

Are you looking for great day trips, or even better, multi-day trips to take the family on? Check out OARS - Whitewater Rafting

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06/06/2024

Temple of Luxor. How do you top a Day 1 like this? Our group of 14 includes grandparents with parents and 4 kids having a trip from Dallas, a school teacher from Sarasota, a marketing exec from Brooklyn, two mom-teen-daughters from Chicago celebrating a birthday and 2 boomers living their bucket list.

06/05/2024

Touchless backscatter security portals being trialed at Heathrow T5 are a welcome change for claustrophobic travelers! Additional human-supervised checks include a machine with foot and hand rests that detect explosives. ✈️

06/05/2024

Do you love good apps, especially travel orientated ones? You should check out the Allyz App by Allianz Travel Insurance US. It organizes flights, translates, gathers information on the areas you are traveling, and more. We are always looking for ways to improve our travel and having everything at your fingertips is a boon for any traveler.

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06/03/2024

Cruise with CroisiEurope Cruises and explore the Rhine Valley and Northern Europe on the Rhine River. Visit cities like Koblenz, see fortresses and castles, and marvel at the wonderful countryside. If you are traveling with the family, the kids get to cruise for free.

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06/01/2024

Rafting with kids provides all types of opportunities to combine learning and fun. In honor of National Dinosaur Day what better idea is there than booking a trip through the Gates of Lodore which passes through Dinosaur National Monument. Book with OARS - Whitewater Rafting and guarantee the kiddos have fun, play, and venture into the best of nature and geology.

We love family travel and are always looking for fun ideas for family vacations. Read our list of 51 ideas at
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05/31/2024

National Trails Day is tomorrow, the first Saturday of June. Here are some pictures from some of our favorite hikes over the past year. We are thankful for all the trails everywhere and grateful to those who care for them.

Here's to hiking tomorrow, this summer, and exploring the world through travel and adventure!

05/31/2024

When we travel a lot of time and energy goes into planning. Also, when we travel a lot of money goes into the trip itself. Then add in the time off. This is why it is disheartening when problems occur during a trip. Not only do we wrap expectations around a trip, but the worth of a trip becomes a factor when so many life variables are accounted for. You can't always prevent things from happening, but you can be prepared as best you can. One way to do so is with travel insurance. Having flights, emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances covered helps when so much energy goes into traveling.

If you are looking for travel insurance, we recommend and use Allianz Travel Insurance US

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05/28/2024

Few cities in the world hold the allure of Venice. It seems a city from of a mythical story which is built on water and out of magic. The city itself is a connection of over a 100 islands with more islands outside of that. Between its history, culture, and majesty Venice is just one of those places which we can't help but want to visit.

If you want to cruise the Venetian Lagoon and explore many of the historical cites think about booking with CroisiEurope Cruises. They provide luxury and quality trips and have the experience to leave you feeling that you truly explored Venice.

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05/26/2024

It's the time of year to hike, enjoy our moments in nature, and take in the flowers.

Getting out in nature is some of our favorite travel. We love visiting new cities and delving into different cultures, but there is something which completely warms the heart and fuels the soul when we get out and discover nature. Whether you are visiting one of the phenomenal National Parks or discovering a trail near your home town there is nothing like getting out on a fun hike.

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05/24/2024

Are you looking for taking the family on a rafting trip this summer? If you are look into OARS - Whitewater Rafting. They have curated family rafting trips on many rivers like the Salmon in Oregon, the Lower Salmon in Idaho, the Green in Utah, and even more trips around the country. The best part about OARS - Whitewater Rafting is knowing you are rafting with a quality and trusted outfitter.

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05/24/2024

Always, no matter how hard we try we inevitably will forget something on a trip. That is why we love organization tools. One we use is the TravelSmart App by Allianz Travel Insurance US. It organizes flights and plans, but what it does which is crucial for travel is it helps translate languages where you are traveling. It also has a list of important travel notifications and emergency centers near where you are. These are often forgotten or overlooked, but when needed, nothing is more important.

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05/23/2024

Are your kids infatuated in castles, knights, and secret courtyards? Do you want to cruise and eat delicious food? Combine both and you get cruising the Loire Valley through France with CroisiEurope Cruises. The best part of the whole trip is that the kids cruise for FREE!

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05/21/2024

💥 Unleash Summer Fun with The Family Vacationist - open for our top 51 ideas for 2024! https://mailchi.mp/familytravelforum/unleash-summer-fun-with-the-family-vacationist-2291532

05/21/2024

🏖️ Dive into Summer Fun with The Family Vacationist - it's time to start planning the ever

Welcome to this year’s “51 Great Family Summer Vacation Ideas” guide, your short list to the best experiences and destinations to sample this summer. From hiking Alaska to touring France beyond Paris and sampling Wisconsin’s waterparks, there are vacation ideas to thrill every member of the ...

05/19/2024

We love rating, but the chill nights after a fun day are the best. There is nothing like enjoying the river with the kids. Taking in nature and having the night to take in good conversations. It's the best.

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05/17/2024

Traveling is awesome, but let's be real, travel days can be a real test on our psyche. It is hard to be extremely excited on a trip we have been planning and be at the mercy of airlines and everything which can derail a trip. It can be mentally draining.

One way we combat the unknown is by ensuring we are insured for all of our travel. Because we travel often we use year-round insurance with Allianz Travel Insurance US, that way we know every trip is covered, large or small.

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