Fall is here, kids are back in school, but weekend trips are always fun, and it's time to start planning international trips for December holiday season. | |||
Kids love to pick apples, and enjoy apple treats - apple cider doughnuts, apple cake, warm apple crisp with ice cream. Two of our favorite areas are Apple Hill in California, and Lexington & Concord orchards outside Boston. |
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Christmas season in Europe is unforgettable. Check out out blog posts below. |
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Weather has become more extreme year round, causing travel disruptions. For your planned family vacation, make backup plans. |
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Be sure to have your airline app for notifications and changes in your plane schedule, and family carry-on bags with everything you need, in case flight is delayed. | |||
Another essential app for live flight information is FlightAware. | |||
If you have connecting flights, research hotels near the airport in advance, in case you are stuck overnight. Read our blog post Stay overnight at the airport. | |||
Tips for September 2024: |
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Before and during your trip, check the weather conditions for your destination. In the United States, website weather.gov has most accurate information. |
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Also, check the NPS website or app for alerts. Wildfires and bad air quality can cause park closures in US this season. | |||
See the World blog posts, find lots of travel tips, here's a selection: | |||
Christmas in Europe | |||
London: Christmas is Calling | |||
Sunny Sonoma and Napa | |||
Montreal Gardens of Light | |||
Highlights National Gallery of Art Washington DC | |||
California Gold Rush Museums | |||
Fun Books for Fall | |||
September 1, 2024 |
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