So you’re the generous type… and that means you have decided to wow your relatives (and perhaps a few very close friends) by giving them family vacation packages as holiday presents.

As beautiful a sentiment as that can be, it’s important to exercise a little caution when engaging in this kind of gift-giving.

After all:

– Most people tend to enjoy choosing their own family vacation destinations; having someone else dictate where they should go could be irritating.

– Some folks like receiving “stuff”, not experiences. If your Auntie Betty fits that category, she might not feel that tickets to one of those gorgeous Delaware resorts fits her expectations.

– If you go overboard on your spending, recipients could wind up feeling as if you’re trying to “one up” them (e.g., throwing your money around) even if that isn’t your intention.

However, this doesn’t mean that giving family vacation packages for Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanzaa [...]

Most people hear about Salem, Massachusetts, early in their school careers (usually during a social studies or history class.)

1692.

The witch hunts.

The trials.

The accusations.

The hangings.

The hysteria.

It’s enough to make anyone shiver with horror (and perhaps a bit of eerie interest.)

This autumn, why not make a trek with your loved ones to Salem and enjoy one of the best family vacation spots in gorgeous New England?

There, you can experience one of the most memorable family vacations you’ve ever taken by exploring this old city on foot.

Take in the incredible architecture and ambiance which has been kept up-to-date by townspeople who are proud of their past.

In the evening, indulge in a horse drawn carriage ride or harbor cruise. Or take a journey back [...]

A new day, a new chance to play GuestQuest’s family vacation spot trivia!

This time, we’ll choose a state south of the Mason-Dixon line where you and your kinfolk can discover the following cool locales:

Okay, so where are all these fantastic places?

Where can you find the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi, a cute-as-a-button otter and an amazing steam locomotive?

Sure as you’re born, it has to be South Carolina!

Yesirree, South Carolina offers more in the way of family vacation getaway possibilities than merely sunny beaches (though staying at a seaside South Carolina resort isn’t a bad way to spend a week or two!)

Try South Carolina on for size it. You’ll like [...]

It may already be August, but “sun and fun” season is still in full swing!

If you’re planning to head to the shore anytime soon, it’s a good idea to put some thought behind packing for your family beach vacations.

Packing Tip #1. Leave Something Behind

Your house needn’t look vacant after you pack up your car or van. Regardless if you’re headed to a Florida vacation condo or similar family vacation spot, plan to only take what’s necessary. Often, that means merely a few changes of clothing (especially if you’ll have access to a washer/dryer) per person, minimal amount of toiletries, just necessary prescriptions, towels and bedding (perhaps) and one or two personal items (e.g., books, magazines.)

#2: Don’t Bring Mega Bottles of Certain Items

Why bring a full-size bottle of shampoo or conditioner to your Virginia lodging destination? Invest in travel-sized containers, buy “sample” products, or simply purchase these types of items when [...]