This December, escape the chilly weather and snow and take a fun-filled family vacation to Miami, Florida. There’s plenty to do and see in the sunny city that the whole family will enjoy. Here are some key tourist attractions you won’t want to miss.

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Plan an extended stay at Mammoth Cave Hotel where guests enjoy a variety of comfortable accommodations including a hotel, cabins and rustic cottages. There’s a restaurant, coffee shop and fast-food eatery (open seasonally) and an award-winning gift shop featuring original Kentucky crafts and art.

Since 1816, Mammoth Cave has been astounding visitors with its enormity and incredible geologic natural wonders. With over 350 surveyed miles, Mammoth Cave is the most extensive cave system in the world. Year-round Cave tours (from 45 minutes to 6 hours) demonstrate the grandeur of the Cave’s diverse ecosystems, formed over eons by the slow action of water seeping downward through limestone. Mammoth Cave National Park spans nearly 53,000 wooded acres and features over 70 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails.

Call Mammoth Cave Hotel at 270-758-2225 for overnight accommodations and 800-967-2283 for Cave tour reservations. Visit MammothCaveHotel.com or nps.gov/maca for more information.

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Yes, it’s mid-September. And you know what that means? There are plenty of fun family vacation deals to be had!

Even though most people are gearing up for the holidays, we who are part of the travel industry understand how tourism really works. If you’ve been dying to see rural Tennessee or just get to Myrtle Beach (with or without a dip in the ocean), it’s time to start looking around for steals, and GuestQuest is a great way to begin!

Though it’s unusual to find hotel rooms for 90% off, you can find some deeply discounted by 30% or more. In fact, many places (especially those that could be affected by hurricanes or other inclement weather) seriously reduce their prices. Many other locales offer incredibly attractive family vacation destination packages.

Not ready to take the kids out of school for a week? Never fear! At GuestQuest, we routinely see special weekender offerings for families [...]

Summer was a blast and you and your brood enjoyed your fun family vacations to the fullest. But now you’re left in a quandary over what to do with all the photos you collected. Sure, you could dump them in a box, but isn’t there a better way to use them?

YES! Here at GuestQuest, we have four great recommendations for you! Never allow pictures of your family vacation spots languish in a cardboard tomb again!

1. Put the Photos in an Album — Though this isn’t exactly a new tip, it’s a good one nonetheless. Even if you’re busy, you can probably find time at night during commercial breaks to pop your family vacation spot pictures into an album. If you’re a scrapbooker, have at ’em!

2. Pick the Best Pics for the Wall — Isn’t it time to redecorate? Then buy some pretty frames and show off photos of your family beach vacations and [...]

It’s September 1. School’s back in session (or will be soon.) The holidays are just around the corner. But now is the PERFECT time to start planning for next year’s family vacation getaway! Here’s why!

1. There are steals to be had!

If you pay in advance for a cabin or house rental at your favorite family beach vacation, you may be eligible for a significant discount. This means you can save tons of money.

2. You’ll have time to investigate the best deal.

If you wait until the last minute, you’ll probably pay more than you’d like for your cabin or hotel room. Instead of spending a fortune on a fun family vacation, spend wisely. Begin collecting travel magazines and compare prices.

3. You’re (almost) guaranteed the cream of the crop.

Do you feel like every year you just can’t seem to get into the resort you want? Maybe you need to start planning [...]

Sure, you have to take that annual visit to see your great aunt Martha in Tampa Bay, but you don’t have to experience another boring trip! Instead, turn that potentially dull visit into a great family vacation getaway!

Now, you’ll definitely have to get creative on how you “sell” this experience to your relatives. You don’t want to be rude, after all! So why not try these hints to make sure no one’s feelings are bruised:

1. Offer to Take Your Relatives on Day Excursions

Nothing says “I love you” more than a generous offer to take your relatives to local family vacation spots. Don’t assume that just because they live in an area that they tour their own regions; most people have no clue what excitement lies in their own neighborhoods! This way, you can introduce your grandparents, aunts, uncles and nieces to local haunts. (And when you’re footing the bill, they’ll like it [...]

Babies are awfully cute when they gurgle, coo, laugh and sleep. But they aren’t known for being the best family vacation getaway companions. That’s why you need to be prepared!

“Baby’s Best Family Vacation” Travel Tips from GuestQuest:

TAKE TOYS! — No, wait. Make that “take favorite toys”. If Junior loves his old, beat-up teddy bear with the missing eye, you’d be wise to ensure it makes the journey from your home to your family vacation destination.

KEEP A ROUTINE — Okay, this can be tough, especially when you want your family vacation getaway to include lots of late nights exploring the moonlit beach or the thumping city nightlife. However, if you want to remember your journey with fondness, it’ll behoove you to stick to routines as much as possible.

AVOID TRAINING BABY DURING THE TRIP — Think you’ll introduce “the potty” during your visit [...]

If you’re sporting a belly bump (or will soon be a member of this ultra chic club), congratulations!

No matter what kind of family vacation getaway you’re interested in taking this year, make sure you indulge and enjoy before Baby comes.Of course, that’s easier said than done.

For many women, carrying around an extra 20 or more pounds is anything but relaxing. That’s why it’ll behoove you to plan your fun family vacations this year with the mama in mind.

Take it Easy on the Tourism

Pregnancy makes a gal tire fairly easily, especially during the last trimester. Her feet hurt, her back hurts and she probably needs a restroom more frequently than before she heard the good news.

Consequently, it’s important to make sure that wherever you go – whether it’s to a Florida vacation condo or one of those super fine New York [...]