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Interval’s Top 20 Destinations for 2024
Interval is approaching its golden anniversary, and while benefits and program offerings have evolved over the course of the past few decades, the art of travel has always been the foundation of membership. In turn, Interval’s members continue to take advantage of exchange and other opportunities — Getaways, for example — to explore the world’s…
The Allure of All-Inclusive Vacations: Unveiling the Benefits
The concept of an all-inclusive vacation has gained immense popularity in recent years, offering travelers a hassle-free and immersive experience. These vacation packages cover everything from accommodations and meals to entertainment and activities, providing a comprehensive and stress-free escape. In this article we’ll explore the myriad of benefits of opting for an all-inclusive vacation and recall a…
Picturesque Punta del Este, Uruguay
Often overlooked in favor of its more well-known neighbors, Uruguay is a South American country of rolling plains, modest hill ranges, and mostly undisturbed coastline. Tucked between Argentina to the west and southwest and Brazil to the north and northeast, Uruguay is a quieter part of South America offering a multitude of experiences for culture…
Ocean City, Maryland
Just south of the Delaware-Maryland state line, Ocean City is a beach town on the Eastern Shore that’s perfect for families, couples, and travel with friends. Renowned for 10 miles (16 kilometers) of wide coastline, it features an array of outdoor recreational pursuits and exciting attractions, many of which are situated along its acclaimed wooden…
Cape Hatteras, North Carolina
A popular television series recently spotlighted the long chain of thin barrier islands arching out into the Atlantic Ocean, but North Carolina residents and visitors alike have long treasured the stunning 125-mile (201 kilometers) stretch and Cape Hatteras, where Ocracoke and Hatteras Island meet. Situated in the center of the roughly 70-mile-long (113 kilometers) Cape…
Family Time on Kaua‘i
The oldest and considered the quietest of the Hawaiian Islands, Kaua’i offers an appealing mix of history, accessible beaches, and family-friendly outdoor activities. Here are some fun day-trips and excursions in this picturesque slice of paradise. Hanalei Bay Head to the North Shore for a day of family fun. The peach-sandy beach and blue-green waters…
Breezy Point, Minnesota
Legend has it, Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes were created by the giant footsteps of lumberjack Paul Bunyan, and his blue ox, Babe, as they explored the state, enamored by its upper-Midwest charm. The town of Breezy Point sits adjacent to one of Paul and Babe’s largest footsteps, Pelican Lake. At 8,367 acres (3,386 hectares), the body…
Get Outdoors in Utah
Originally known as a mining boomtown, Park City, Utah, is enjoying new prosperity as an outdoor adventure capital. Located about 40 miles (64 kilometers) from Salt Lake International Airport, Park City is an accessible spot for nearly any mountain activity. Winter brings beloved annual events to Park City, like the Sundance Film Festival in late…
Good Times in Gatlinburg
The great outdoors seem even greater in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Here, among one of the nation’s oldest mountain chains, the tallest trees overshadow plentiful wildlife and blue skies brighten every mood. Originally the hunting grounds of the Cherokee people, the original settlement was founded in the early 1800s, and Gatlinburg continues to offer bits of history…
New Ships. New Amenities.
New Destinations.
From Neverland to Antarctica, cruising is back with exotic ports of call and countless fun features. There’s never been a better time to sail the seven seas. Cruises offer an all-inclusive vacation experience for the whole family with a backdrop that’s pure blue heaven. New ports of call and new adventures await each day! Book…
Sea Life Encounters in South Carolina
Whether you’re traveling with an aspiring zoologist or you all just love chance encounters with local wildlife, Hilton Head Island is a haven for nature-loving families. Treat the whole crew to a kayaking and dolphin nature tour with Kayak Hilton Head and look out for bottlenose dolphins as they surface the waters. There’s nothing quite…
Lakeland Adventures in England
Affectionately known as the Lakes, this mountainous British wilderness is wonderful for exploring — and it’s a perfect place for memorable family adventures. Jump right in with exciting water sports at Lake Windermere. Rent stand-up paddleboards or a rowboat for the whole family from Stoked Watersports and glide along tranquil waters while taking in the…
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Coastal Joy Ideally located on South Carolina’s Atlantic coast, families flock to this fun-loving hub of activity for its 60 miles (97 kilometers) of magnificent shoreline, oodles of entertainment options — WonderWorks, a water park, and Broadway Grand Prix to name a few — and state parks showcasing the area’s seaside beauty. Must-Do: After getting…
Phuket, Thailand
Underwater Magic From idyllic beaches and lush mountain interiors to spicy-hot flavorful food and a mesmerizing underwater world, Thailand’s largest island, Phuket, has so much to offer. Whether you’re looking to relax, be active, or indulge your foodie self — or a mixture of all three — Phuket is an island crowd-pleaser for the whole…
BabyLand General Hospital
Finally, a hospital you’ll never want to leave. Theodora Aretha and Crystal Lorraine — more than three decades later, I remember their names and the pure joy my sister and I felt when our parents gave us our very own Cabbage Patch Kids! In the 1980s, Cabbage Patch Kids, the adoptable dough-faced dolls (with birth…
North America, Europe, and Australia’s Scenic Byways
Mention a road trip and most people start thinking about sweet guilty-pleasure snacks, classic mixtapes, and perhaps a few of their favorite references to the greatest road tripper of all time, Clark W. Griswold. And while we also often associate road trips with traveling to and from your destination, sometimes taking an extended mid-vacation car…
A Day Away From the Parks
Your Orlando trip is going exactly as planned. You’ve patiently queued your way through all the major theme parks, felt your stomach drop while riding the latest roller coasters, savored an exorbitant quantity of cotton candy and ice cream, and made heartwarming memories along the way. The only thing missing from your family’s fun-filled theme…
Believe the Hype of San Diego
Some of San Diego’s most-well known attractions are worth a visit and the accolades. San Diego lives up to the hype. Sure, it can feel as though this (way) Southern California city is always included on annual “best places to live” lists and “best places to visit” directories, so it’s easy to be a little…
North Coast, New South Wales, Australia
An easy-going coastal essence emanates along New South Wales’ North Coast. After all, this is the country that epitomizes the laid-back lifestyle. Along Coffs Coast, surf culture is pretty much the city’s backbone, and surfers are forever in search of the perfect wave along Sawtell’s golden beaches. Adventurous spirits will love the abundance of outdoor…
Scotland Mountains
Nature flaunts her full beauty during the fall season in Scotland, when the wild landscapes become ablaze with color. Crimson red, rich green, fiery auburn, and golden yellow hues reflect against glittering lochs, and the scenery comes alive with an almost ethereal-like quality. The colors aren’t the only draw: It’s also the quieter season, meaning…
Northern Wisconsin
With woodlands, wildlife, and an incredible 15,000 — give or take — freshwater lakes peppered about, this section of the Midwest is the ultimate playground for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. And you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take full advantage of Northern Wisconsin’s natural gems, which include the 1.5-million-acre Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Whether it’s…
Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada
This Sierra Nevada wonderland presents a plethora of outdoor activities, from skiing, snowshoeing, and tubing in the winter to swimming, hiking, and kayaking in the summer. The largest alpine lake in North America, Lake Tahoe has impressive stats: 22 miles long, 12 miles wide, 1,645 feet deep, and 37 trillion gallons of water. Plus, the…
Williamsburg, Virginia
Time travel to a typical day in the 1700s, when Williamsburg was the capital of the Colony of Virginia. Stop by the Governor’s Palace, Capitol, Courthouse, Bruton Parish Church, an apothecary, wigmaker, and other fascinating attractions. One of the three legs of America’s Historic Triangle, Williamsburg, together with Jamestown and Yorktown, should be on everyone’s…
Britain’s Great Outdoors
The Broads National Park, Britain’s largest protected wetland, in Norfolk and Suffolk, is an idyllic family-friendly attraction. Rent a boat and explore some of the sanctuary’s vast waterways, visit The Museum of the Broads, and see a Sumatran tiger, snow leopard, and mangrove snake at Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens in Great Yarmouth. Then take the…
Family Fun in Branson
Want to win MVP of your family? Take the clan to this city in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. It’s chock-full of attractions and activities so everyone will get to pick their own personal favorite. Start your fun at 19th-century-themed amusement park Silver Dollar City®, famed in part for its enclosed steel Fire-In-The-Hole roller…
Fill Your Days With Fun in Santa Catarina, Brazil
This five-day itinerary will get you started: One day you’re hanging 10 at Praia Mole’s popular surf break and the next you’re sitting in the courtyard of a Fachwerk-style building, wearing a green felt Bavarian hat, and saying “prost!” while raising a stein of hefeweizen. That alluring juxtaposition sums up a trip to Santa Catarina,…
Say Aloha to Hawaiian Chocolate
There’s one place on the planet where you can find all-American chocolate, and it’s not where you might expect: Hawai‘i.
