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Explore 63 Family Travel travel stories from Adventure Life, featuring expert insights, destination highlights, and firsthand experiences from ancient and culturally rich sites. Whether you’re planning your next adventure in 2026 or 2027, these stories offer inspiration for exploring ruins, archaeological wonders, and hidden historical gems across the globe. Learn from the journeys of fellow travelers and discover meaningful ways to connect with the past through thoughtful travel. Let these Family Travel stories guide your path into history.
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Henry's Trip to the Arctic

Traveling to the Arctic With Kids

Planning a family trip to Svalbard? Discover what it’s like traveling to the Arctic with kids, from slower hikes to wildlife encounters and ship life. This guide explores how an Arctic family vacation creates meaningful moments, builds stronger bonds, and turns an Arctic expedition for families into a shared adventure.
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Family traveling in Saint cirq lapopie, Lot, Occitanie, France

Tips for Traveling with Children

Practical tips for traveling with children, from documents and packing to keeping kids entertained, safe, and happy on the move.
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Brunei Darussalam, Borneo

A Taste of Indonesia: Culture, Cuisine & Exotic Adventures

Visit Indonesia and experience Asia cruises with local guides and a personalized itinerary. Discover Bali’s culture, cuisine, and have an adventure across Indonesia's stunning island landscapes.
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Father and son tour a traditional Balinese Hindu temple in Bali, Indonesia.

Why Southeast Asia is the Perfect Destination for Family Travel

Southeast Asia is perfect for family travel, offering culture, adventure, and relaxation. Explore temples in Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Discover Bali’s charm and Ubud’s nature in Indonesia. Southeast Asia in Asia is rich with family fun, making Thailand, Vietnam, and Bali must-visits.
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Me and my kids with some Massai

Family Safaris--Yes, You Can Go on Safari as a Family!

Whether you are thinking of taking the kids on an African safari or doing a multi-generational trip, with a bit of planning and some expert advice, you and your family can experience the joys of safari.
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Male Leopard in tree at Lower Zambezi National Park

Zambia

I had the opportunity to visit three incredible national parks in Zambia: Kafue, Lower Zambezi, and South Luangwa. All three were amazing! Read on to see what I found at each one.
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Family adventures in Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park

Choosing the Perfect Family Tour

Get tips for planning the perfect family tour. This guide helps you narrow down the options to plan a familyvacation that all can enjoy.
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Walking through the fields.

Returning to Thailand & Cambodia

A third trip back to two of my favorite destinations.
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Zodiac to Sea Adventurer

Mary's Mother-Daughter Greenland and Arctic tour!

With 4 kids I've tried to take them each individually to explore a corner of the world and have some one on one time. My daughter, the wildlife lover, and I traveled to Greenland for some of the best whale watching I've experienced anywhere as well as charming local villages. Across the strait on the Canadian side we spotted polar bears feeding on …
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The Herrons on the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall

The Herrons get a taste of China!

The Herron family travels from Montana to China to explore flavorful food and the historic Great Wall.
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Malecon of La Paz, Baja

Baja Turtle and Whale Conservation Trip

My seven year old loves camping so where better for a mom and son adventure than camping in Baja? We stayed at a lovely turtle conservation camp where we assisted with local turtle monitoring projects and went whale watching daily in search of gray whales in Magdalena Bay.
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Gazing into Alaska wilderness

Our Family Alaska Trip

We'll never forget our family trip to Alaska and all the adventure we enjoyed together. We spent time at Camp Denali and hiking the surrounding area. The boys enjoyed hiking up to the peaks and riding the Alaskan railway to explore the countryside. We covered so much ground and saw a Moose grazing with her calves. Later we viewed the mountain …
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Family Adventures in Peru: Inca Trail, Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca

Three generations with ages from 10 to 69 exploring Peru together. It was an awesome experience starting in Cusco then off to the Inca Trail all the way to Machu Picchu and finally Lake Titicaca. This was a trip-of-a-lifetime and it was challenging to fit so much into such a short amount of time. By the end of the tour we were enlightened and …
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10 Adventures in Belize at the Hamanasi Dive & Adventure Resort

The eco-lodge in Belize offers incredible dive and snorkel experiences, nature and cave hikes, and learning about the Mayan culture.
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Our family at a Bangkok temple

Our Thailand Family Adventure

The Skinner family traveled to Thailand in March of 2016. This trip was a true whirlwind of color, people, and culture. The best part was actually watching our boys immerse themselves in the culture, taste (and even cook) new foods, chat with new people, and truly embrace the whole travel experience.
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Sunset in La Paz

Bucket List Baja Adventure!

What do you do when a member of your family is unexpectedly diagnosed with Stage IV cancer? Hopefully... you help them make the most of every moment. Take along a vibrant six year old adventurer and you have the definite recipe for success! This was nothing short of adventurous, we did everything from snorkeling and paddle boarding to kayaking and …
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Balandra Bay in La Paz

Baja Adventures!

We went to Baja! We started our trip with kayaking, whale watching, snorkeling, fishing and cruising around the Sea of Cortez. I couldn't imagine a better way to spend my winter vacation! Enjoying the warm weather, eating amazing food and adventures was so much better then sitting in the snow!
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Mary in the Arctic

Cake, Candles, Gifts...and Antarctica?

Adventure Life Trip Planner, Mary, has unique plans for her upcoming birthday. Despite a cake, and a song, and well-wishes, this celebration will definitely be like none other she has ever experienced. Her 40th year will greet her on the Great White Continent of Antarctica! This might sound too good to be true, but it gets even better. Mary will …
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Mendenhall Glacier

Alaska Cruise on the Baranof Dream

I took my granddaughter to Alaska for her 8th grade graduation, we had an amazing time on our Alaska Cruise. We enjoyed delicious food, wonderful activities, and incredibly views. We I encourage any and everyone to take this Alaska cruise. Awesome!!!
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Neko Harbor

Amazing Antarctica

The beauty of the untouched continent: The effort of IAATO and the members involved in Antarctic research have proven that with good will and collaboration the world can be kept and nature can be saved. Antarctica has been kept pristine and untouched thanks to these entities for future generations. Pure air, clear waters and here animals and …
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Savegre River

Costa Rica

Our Amazing Family Christmas Vacation to Costa Rica
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Our family Adventure in Mexico

It is time again for our annual vacation and this time, we decide it is time to bring along the kids. Our oldest son has been learning Spanish in Pre-K for the last few years. I am so excited for him to practice his skills during our Mexico vacation. Knowing the kids will be in tow, we don't have a ton planned but I know all of us are looking …
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Belize Family Adventure Trip!
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Our Favorite Family Destinations

Costa Rica Costa Rica offers a breathtaking array of sights and sounds throughout its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and variety of wildlife. This dynamic country enthusiastically welcomes travelers to experience its treasured landscape and natural beauty. Colorful tree frogs, giant leatherback turtles, screaming howler monkeys, and crawling …
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