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Family travel: What to consider and how to start planning a multi-generational trip
Family travel truly brings together the best of two worlds. Most people would agree – time spent with family and loved ones is the most valuable time there is. Whether it’s spent gathered around a holiday feast or simply meeting up for a shopping day, the opportunity to talk, laugh and experience things with the people who are most important to you is priceless. Imagine combining the pleasure of spending time with loved ones with the rewarding experience of travel. Everything you can do, learn and see while on a trip is enriched when it’s family travel.

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If you’re a frequent traveler, you know one of the biggest challenges is keeping in touch with friends and family while you’re on the road. Losing cell phone service or your high-speed Internet connection can feel like the end of the world, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you travel for work or pleasure, you can use the following tips to keep in touch with the people who matter most.

From lower air temperatures and falling snow to icy roads and even reduced visibility due to fewer daylight hours, winter driving poses a number of challenges. While you can’t change the driving conditions, you can help ensure your vehicle is prepared to navigate them safely.

Cold whether brings challenges for both car and driver. If you take time to prepare and protect your vehicle, you can save money and hassle later on. Follow these tips for vehicle winterization and safe travels this season.

As American students prepare to work in the global economy, many are leaving home to gain international experience and exposure. When living in a new country, students need to adapt to the culture, customs and being away from loved ones.

Skiers and snowboarders are an enthusiastic bunch. Even during last year's recession, more than 57 million people hit the slopes during the 2008-2009 season, according to the National Ski Association. And with record snowfall recorded throughout North America and the Winter Olympics starting in mid February, this season is slated to be even bigger.

Many families will be gathering this summer to share traditions and make new memories. More than seven out of 10 people agree that the best way to continue their family’s traditions is through gatherings and celebrations, according to a new survey by Kelton Research. With each passing year, however, 68 percent of Americans admit reuniting with family is becoming harder. To ensure that your family continues to build lasting memories, a little early planning goes a long way.

Everyone has their ideal “dream vacation” and as much as those dreams depend on location, they’re also made up of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. You might think that your dream vacation is far more fantasy than possibility, but the truth is, you might be closer to your ideal trip than you imagined. In fact, you don’t need to look beyond the borders of the United States to find a destination that can be all things to all travelers.