Loews Hotels Puts A New Spin On Family Travel With Loews Loves Families
Focusing on the Art of Togetherness, the revitalized program at Loews Miami Beach Hotel celebrates parents and kids of all ages – from newborns and toddlers to tweens and teens
Llegacy kids program with the launch of Loews Loves Families, focusing on kids of all ages, from infants to teens. For more than two decades, Loews Hotels has been a brand known for catering to children with Loews Loves Kids. Beginning this summer, Loews Loves Families will elevate the experience for the entire family, parents and children alike, with a tiered rollout throughout 2019.
engaging experiences that can be shared among different generations.
“As a leading family-friendly Miami resort, we understand that family needs and anticipa tions continue to evolve,” said Alex Tonarelli,
Managing Director for Loews
Miami Beach Hotel. “Our goal is to meet those needs, exceed expectations and inspire parents and children to experience travel together. Loews Loves Families draws inspiration from the ways families interact, allowing us to curate memorable, engaging experiences for all.”
No two families are alike, which is why Loews Loves Families’ distinctive pillars are designed to focus on different audiences and attend to their unique needs. The Comfort pillar offers convenience and peace of mind, especially for new parents and young children (ages 0-3). The Imagination pillar dreams up charming opportunities for parents and children (ages 4-10) to open their minds, unleash creative potential, and create memorable shared experiences. The Exploration pillar encourages a spirit of independence and discovery with programming for tweens and teens (ages 11-15) to enjoy on their own.
With a phased approach in developing Loews Loves Families across properties, parents and children can expect new programming, elevated food and beverage experiences and new partnerships to be announced later this year. Here are some ways “Loews Loves Families” can be enjoyed now at
• Leave it to Loews – printed list of amenities available at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, upon request, that offers conveniences for families from bottle warmers to outlet covers to everyday necessities. Leave it to Loews has everything families may need while traveling. Items include baby bathtubs, pack and play cribs, nightlights, foam corner bumpers, electrical outlet guards and other family-friendly necessities.
• Checking in – new arrival experience for each age group, from welcome amenities such as Miami-inspired toys to free scoops of locally-churned Azucar Ice Cream and our new Loews traveler pin for kids ages 4-10, Loews is changing the way kids, teens and tweens check in to hotels.
• Congrats You made it! – Loews Miami Beach Hotel recognizes that parents of younger kids go through a lot to get to the hotel, and they want
offering 25% off an appetizer at any of the resort’s food and beverage outlets including Bar Collins restaurant and lounge, in addition to the hotel’s poolside eatery, Nautilus.
• Tween/Teen Supper Club – piloting at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, resorts are inviting tweens/teens to join their peers for a shared culinary experience, without their parents.
To jumpstart summer travel and celebrate Loews Loves Families, Loews Hotels invites parents to book their next getaway with the Family Road Trip package.* From now until September 30, 2019, guests can book a stay at a Loews Hotels property through the Family Road Trip package and receive a second guest room at 50 percent off, complimentary breakfast for up to two children, a $30 food and beverage credit and complimentary parking for convenience.
For additional information or to make a reservation at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, please call 305-604-1601, toll-free 800-23-LOEWS or visit loewshotels.com/miami k
family destinations Experience The World of Possibilities of Orlando World Center Marriott
This Fall, families planning a trip to Walt Disney World® can experience the world of possibilities of Orlando World Center Marriott. The property, situated in the most visited destination in the nation, and only minutes from the Disney theme parks, offers an array of family-friendly amenities and activities to do during the stay.
Relax and recharge in spacious hotel rooms that feature feather beds, minirefrigerators, reading chairs, large desks and Wi-Fi. Many rooms offer balconies with views of the nightly light show or the pools. Upgrade to a family-friendly suite for expanded living and dining space. Play 18 holes on a challenging golf course, work out in the modern gym, take the plunge in
the outdoor pools, relax in one of the private cabanas or explore waterslides fun!. Experience full-service spa to rejuvenate yourself and indulge at one of the exceptional hotel restaurants. Marriot Orlando resort is also ideal for large-scale corporate events and special celebrations, boasting more than 338,000 square feet of sophisticated event space.
Entertainment & Activities
Children, teens and adults staying at this family-friendly hotel can spend some energy with sand volleyball games, or pick and choose among the four pools and four spas to float, soak and swim the day away. The renovated video arcade room is where the kids are drawn to exciting, familiar sights and sounds. Incredible recreational activities including nightly poolside laser shows, visits from Gatorland®, holiday fireworks, BBQs, movie nights, and much more.
The Falls Pool Oasis Recreation Department
The Falls Pools Oasis at Marriot Orlando is the center of a "World of Fun." It includes a slide tower featuring two 200-foot winding slides and a 90-foot speed slide, an interactive game room and kid's activity center, a zero entry pool and childrens' water playground with fountains, bubblers, a small water slide and so much more.
• Daily scheduled shuttle service to Disney Parks for up to 4 guests.
• Nightly scheduled shuttle service to Disney Springs for up to 4 guests.
• Daily credit for up to 2 pieces of clothing per room towards dry cleaning.
• Daily bucket of practice balls at the driving range.
• 15% discount on retail pricing for spa services (excludes merchandise).
• 15% discount off retail green fee rates.
is also located only 1.5 miles from Walt Disney World and offers complimentary shuttle service to and from the parks. Additionally, the property is also located just minutes from SeaWorld® Orlando, Discovery Cove®, Aquatica™ and Universal Studios® Orlando.k
For additional information or to make a reservation at World Center Marriott call 1- 800-380-7931 or visit www.worldcentermarriott.com.
The Confidante Miami Beach rolls out poolside service for families family destinations
The first-of-its-kind amenity cart, available exclusively at the hotel, will feature the brand’s premium, plant-based products designed for fun in the sun while keeping travel light for families
The Confidante Miami Beach, a playful oceanfront oasis located in Miami Beach’s popular mid-beach neighborhood, has partnered with Hello Bello, a premium, plant-based family brand co-founded by parents Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard, to unveil the company’s first-ever amenity cart at the hotel. Currently available, the Hello Bello cart is conveniently stationed at the hotel’s two heated pools and comes stocked with all the essentials that are inspired by families but practical for all guests, including mineral sunscreen, premium lotions, plant-based wipes, natural bug spray, hair detangler and more. Whether poolside, on the beach, or tucked away in a cozy cabana, guests can enjoy all the perks of an uncomplicated, retro-cool vacation in the heart of Miami Beach without the hassle of having to overpack.
“For traveling families who don’t want to skip out on the glam vacation, this is the hotel for you,” said Amy Johnson,
General Manager at The Confidante Miami Beach. “We pride ourselves on providing a hassle-free experience so guests can immediately go on vacation mode. This collaboration is not only designed to lighten the load for families, but also deliver trusted plant-based Hello Bello products so parents can worry less about what to pack and focus instead on what matters most: time together.”
Hello Bello is driven by one simple goal: to eliminate the choice many parents have to make – deciding between what’s best for their kids and best for their budget. They are committed to giving every parent access to high-quality, better-priced everyday essentials that are better for babies, budgets and the planet. Each product is expertly formu lated with safe, effective ingredients and organic botanicals when possible.
The mobile cart is styled in colors to match the retro-glam look and feel of the hotel’s outdoor spaces and features playful signature images from the Hello Bello brand, topped off with a vibrant yellow tassel canopy umbrella to complete the look. Priced from $3-11, the products available via the custom cart include: SPF 50 mineral sunscreen, premium plant-based lotion, plant-based wipes, natural bug spray, hand sanitizer, premium detangler and many more.
The Confidante’s popular outdoor hangout, The Backyard, features two pools, one pool exclusively for families. In addition families can enjoy: pool and beachside food and beverage service; an on-demand floatie menu, serving up inflatable fun in the form of an avocado, rainbow cloud and more; and a sweet treats cart serving up daily delighters including cold towels and frozen grapes as well as hand-crafted, all-natural popsicles.
Fall is a great season to save on family travel, with rates starting at $119/night. The Confidante Miami Beachis is located at 4041 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, Florida, United States, 33140. For more information visit www.theconfidantehotel.com
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Cocoa Beach Resort Westgate Spring Family Fun!
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most popular destinations, for families choosing the perfect spring break vacation and looking to spend a week enjoying life in the sunshine, Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort will get you all of the fun that your family deserves!
Conveniently located just an hour east of Orlando, Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort offers a relaxing, beachside retreat for travelers to bask in the sun on Florida’s Space Coast. Designed with families in mind, this one-of-a-kind, luxury Cocoa Beach hotel features spacious two-bedroom luxury suites fit for the whole family, in addition to endless exciting activities to be found on-property – which include the Wakulla Falls Water Park, Makua Lanai Adult Relaxation Zone, private beach access, and the historic Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier.
Not to mention, the resort is located just a few miles away from the Kennedy Space Center, allowing space enthused travelers a convenient location to kickback while enjoying all that Florida’s Space Coast has to offer.
Lanai Adult Relaxation Zone
After a morning at the beach, guests can head back to the resort for a great time at the Wakulla Falls Water Park and the Makua Lanai Adult Relaxation Zone. While the kids are spending their excess energy at the splash pad and mini water slides, the adults can decompress by enjoying a cocktail in the Adult Relaxation Zone or by floating their cares away down the relaxing Lazy River. The Lazy River is a 335-foot loop through an endlessly tranquil and tropical landscape – providing a refreshing and serene escape. The park area also features a kid’s activity center with fun games for the little ones to enjoy such as giant checkers, Jenga and Connect Four.
Westgate Iconic Cocoa Beach Pier
A historic landmark on Florida’s Space Coast, the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier, with a recently $4 millions renovation is home to restaurants, bars, shops and live music. The renovated world-famous pier stretches 800 feet over the Atlantic
Ocean, and features some of the best dishes and cocktails along the East Coast. Guests can access the pier by the Cocoa Beach Pier Trolley, which is free of charge for Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort guests.
Signature Two-Bedroom Luxury Suites
As one of Cocoa Beach’s premier luxury resorts, Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort features all-new renovated two-bedroom suites. These luxury suites were renovated with families in mind and can accommodate up to 12 people. Each suite features two spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, a full-sized kitchen and dining area, a living room and a patio or deck. These suites make for a great vacation along the Space Coast for the whole family to enjoy!
Private Beach Access
When it comes to relaxing beachside or exploring the Atlantic coastline, Westgate has you covered for an exceptional time. Guests of the resort can access the private beach through the boardwalk area. Every day, the resort offers wonderful beachside concierge and cabana services which includes comfortable chairs with umbrellas, Bluetooth speakers, ice chests, and towels provided by staff.
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Looking for Resorts With Water Parks
Take Travel Online This Summer 5 ideas for a Virtual Family Summer Adventure
Source: Vrbo
Adream vacation is the perfect antidote to stress and the monotony of daily life. When a getaway isn’t in the cards, you can still escape and explore new places virtually.
A virtual trip can be a great way to explore destinations you might consider for a future vacation, or it may be a chance to see remarkable sights around the world that you wouldn’t get to experience otherwise. Virtual travel can also engage kids in learning when you pair the experience with lessons on culture, geography or even a homemade take on local culinary treats.
Add authenticity to the experience with special touches that mimic the ambiance. If you’re visiting the beach, kick up the
heat and turn on a fan for some breeze. Light a coconut-scented candle and enjoy a bowl of ice cream while you take in the sights.
Get your virtual adventures underway with these selections from the travel experts:
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Look around the Louvre in Paris. Explore the Egyptian Antiquities, remains of the Louvre’s Moat and Galerie d’Apollon by virtual museum tour as you head inside this iconic art lover’s institution.
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Sneak inside the San Diego Zoo. Get up close and personal with the resident apes, penguins, pandas, giraffes, elephants and tigers
in real time via one of the many live cams positioned to spot wildlife from the comfort of your couch.
3
Walk the Great Wall of China
Make your Great Wall goals a reality. Get a glimpse of this 300mile wonder of the world with a cyber stroll before dreaming up your own future family trip.
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Watch big wave surfing in Maui. Transport yourself to the beach as you watch white-knuckle surfing at its most surreal. Whether you’re a super fan or first-time spectator of the sport, it’s a compelling beach-cam watch and a welcome escape from the everyday.
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Travel 352 million miles to Mars. Feel a world away as you explore Mars from aboard NASA’s Curiosity Rover. Learn as you roam between its different mission sites for a virtual, yet realistic, view of the Red Planet’s remarkable landscape.
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For families who miss traveling together, you can share the joys of your virtual journey through videoconferencing and adding some extra ambiance and a change of scenery by downloading a travel wallpaper for your meeting background. If the virtual destinations inspire you to visit in person someday, use resources like Vrbo's Trip Boards to create a list of places to stay as soon as you can get away, and keep the dream going by sending the link to family members and asking them to vote and comment on their favorites.
Loews Miami Beach Hotel is “Welcoming You Like Family”
Loews Miami Beach Hotel confirms its commitment to making guests feel safe, protected and cared for with “Welcoming You Like Family,” a fresh brand position which defines Loews as more than simply a collection of hotels, but a brand deeply rooted in welcoming and caring for guests like family.
“Welcoming You Like Family” captures the powerful feeling of familiarity and comfort, which characterizes the Loews guest experience and is a philosophy that guides service and operations at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, while uniting the 26 Loews hotels and resorts across North America. For a guest at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, this means experiencing intuitive service that meets their individual needs with a certain level of
informality, just like family. And, for a Loews team member, it means delivering personalized service and being empowered to go above and beyond to ensure each guest leaves feeling part of the Loews family, whether it is their first stay or their tenth.
“There couldn’t be a better time to stand behind what makes Loews Miami Beach Hotel distinctive in the region, and we understand that currently the future of travel is contingent on how our guests feel and are cared for,” said Mutluhan Kucuk, Managing Director, Loews Miami Beach Hotel. “While important, guest comfort needs to go beyond communicating cleaning protocols and statistics. Our team members within the Loews Miami Beach Hotel family are well versed in finding opportunities to connect with and care for guests, even in our currently physically distanced environment. Through ‘Welcoming You Like Family’ we look forward to serving our guests and each other thoughtfully and intuitively, just like family.”
Loews is further defining its positioning through a revision of messaging across the brand website, digital advertising, within the hotel guest experience and via earned media channels, as well as through a refreshed visual identity. Additionally, “Welcoming You Like Family” will become the name of Loews Miami Beach Hotel’s new and enhanced protocols and standards. On property the new positioning is further reflected as part of the “new normal” with thoughtful signage, touchpoints and services which guide guests safely, and comfortably, throughout their stay. For example, in order to support physical distancing without sacrificing human connection at the hotel, Chat Your Service is a hotel-wide texting service that makes it easy for guests to request whatever they might need during their stay. Whether a guest needs a restaurant reservation, the AC turned up, or extra hangers, they can be in touch with a team member immediately via text.
To jumpstart travel and experience
“Welcoming You Like Family,” Loews Miami Beach Hotel invites families to book their next getaway with the Third Night Free offer, which features a complimentary third night when booking a two night stay. k
Brick or Treat with Safe, Spooky Fun at LEGOLAND® FLORIDA RESORT
Trick-or-Treating and Exclusive Character Moments Every Saturday + Sunday Through Halloween at the Family-Friendly Event
Located just 45 minutes from Orlando and Tampa, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is the ultimate vacation destination for families with kids. The resort includes an interactive, 150-acre theme park with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions inspired by popular LEGO® brands and characters, LEGOLAND Water Park and two uniquely themed accommodations: the LEGOLAND Hotel and LEGOLAND Beach Retreat.
Starting this October through Halloween, families will experience the spooky, kooky fun of one of the only kid-friendly Halloween events in Central Florida! At LEGOLAND® Florida Resort’s Brick or Treat, guests will enjoy safe, contactless trick-or-treating with plenty of candy, seasonal shows and exclusive LEGO® characters in the ultimate kids Halloween celebration—and, it’s all included in general admission.
Safety First.... And Always!
• NEW! Virtual line launches on the official LEGOLAND Florida® Mobile App this weekend! Now, guests can join the virtual line for some of our most popular attractions and build some extra play into their day – save their space in line and be free to enjoy the rest of the theme park until they get a notification that it’s time to return and ride! Social distancing has never been easier or more fun.
• Our trick-or-treating locations have been thoughtfully planned to allow extra spacing for families and contactless distribution of candy.
• In addition to social distancing, all employees at these stations will wear face coverings (masks and/or face shields) and gloves, and all character/ performer interactions will be staged using generous spacing, of six feet or more, and elevated platforms.
• Since our reopening on June 1, LEGOLAND Florida Resort has safely welcomed families to play in our parks and stay in our resorts with enhanced health and safety measures, including more than 200 hand sanitizer locations, cashless payments, temperature checks upon arrival, and consistent cleaning practices.
Event Dates with Extended Hours
Brick or Treat runs Saturdays and Sundays in October through Halloween: Oct. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 and 31.
Trick-or-Treating
NEW! Candy chutes make trick-or-treating even sweeter this year! Trick or treat yo' self to some candy from a distance!
Spooky-Fun Shows
The fun keeps coming with the spirited performance of fanfavorite shows with throughout the day on all nine event dates.
The Groovin’ Graveyard
A graveyard comes to life with ghoulish delight, after musical spirits are awakened from their eternal slumber. Get ready to groove as this haunted group drums up some skele- fun!
A Candy-Coated Curse
It’s Halloween night, and some curious trick-or-treaters have ventured into City Hall to find themselves in sticky situation. Join them as they sing and dance their way through solving A CandyCoated Curse in this live show!
LEGO® Monster Moments
This year’s event also celebrates the return of character experiences to LEGOLAND Florida with a spooky squad of characters that guests can only see during Brick or Treat.
LEGO® Builds and Don’t-Miss Photo Stops
LEGO fans can help craft an enormous LEGO® mosaic masterpiece
brick by brick in LEGO® Kingdoms or challenge their friends in a ghostly pirate shipwreck-themed competition build to win LEGO® prize packs! k
For more information, visit LEGOLANDFlorida.com
Guests can read more about how LEGOLAND is making it safe to play at https://www.legoland.com/florida/ways-we-are-making-it-safe-to-visit/
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Holidays at Trump International Beach Resort Miami
Resort unveils full lineup of holiday offerings and festivities starting with celebratory menus for Christmas and New Year’s
The independently owned and operated Trump International Beach Resort Miami, nestled on the upscale enclave of Sunny Isles Beach, invites traveling families and locals to celebrate the holidays Miami style. The resort continues its tradition of creating incredible holiday memories with a variety of specially-curated culinary offerings, annual traditions and festivities.
Trump International Beach Resort offers a home-away-from-home with all of the amenities and conveniences of a luxury resort retreat. Its elegant and spacious guest rooms and suites all feature a furnished balcony to enjoy the ocean breeze. Suites have in-room washer and dryer, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. Safe, outdoor fun is readily available for guests,
who can partake in a variety of family friendly activities, expertly designed by the resort’s recreational team. Onsite watersports include everything from paddleboards to kayaks and jet skis for unforgettable adventure on the water. For those wishing to slow down the pace, Trump International Beach Resort offers a much need respite from everyday life with everything from world-class dining to pampering spa treatments and refreshing poolside cocktails.
Christmas Day Brunch at Neomi's Neomi’s Grill / 12-4 p.m.
Santa will make an appearance at our holiday brunch! A seasonally-inspired, elegant buffet brunch featuring traditional holiday favorites as well as signature dishes created by Executive Chef Devon Batson. Our holiday brunch includes Christmas ham, butter-basted turkey along with decadent holiday desserts.
Price: $45 adults / $20 children ages 5-12 (children 4 and under, complimentary) |$20 for unlimited champagne, mimosas and Bellinis.
DECEMBER 31
New Year's Eve Beachside Bash at Gilis' Beach Club Starting at 8 p.m.
Trump International Beach Resort
Miami invites everyone to join its New Year’s Eve Beachside Bash at Gili’s Beach Club from 8 to after the ball drops with special Happy Hour drink pricing. The family friendly event will include games, face painting, s’mores and live entertainment. The Bash will be held outdoors, on the beach, with enhanced social distancing in place.
For a casual New Year’s dinner, celebrate with a special beachside buffet and complimentary champagne toast at midnight.
Price: $75 adults | $35 children ages 5-12 (children under 4, complimentary)
For Families Traveling with their Furry Friends.
Now Dog Friendly! The resort has announced its new pet friendly policy, which now allows guests the opportunity to stay with their furry companions at the luxurious 360-room beachfront resort.
Upon arrival, each pooch receives a welcome gift with key amenities to make for a “puptastic” stay, including a food mat, waste bags and a city guide to nearby walking paths. Though guests are encouraged to bring their own dog beds, food and water bowls, these items are available upon request, if needed.
“We know it’s difficult for families to leave their four-legged friends behind when traveling,” said Managing Director
Danny Williams. “We are excited to be able to launch our new pet policy that not only makes traveling a breeze for both guests and their canine companions.”
The resort’s dog friendly policy allows up to two dogs of no more than 40 pounds each, per guest room. Pets must be leashed during walks and are not permitted in the pool, beach, fitness center or spa. There is a $25 per pet, per night fee, exclusive of tax. k
For more information or hotel reservations, visit www.trumpmiami.com or call 855-807-1933. Restaurant reservations are strongly suggested and can be made by calling 305.692.5771.
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Ultimate Guide: Enjoy the Benefits of Florida Living with a Family 'Staycation’
Living in a vacation destination has its perks, especially for Florida families this spring/summer
Florida families are surrounded by pristine beaches, worldclass attractions, and family-friendly entertainment, but how often do they take advantage of what’s in their own backyard? The spring/summer season offers an incredible value for Floridians to enjoy a ‘staycation’ in their home state. Resort destinations such as Trump National Doral Miami offer something to entertain every member of the family and all within reach.
Florida Resident Rate
Taking a vacation doesn’t have to break the bank, as families can take full advantage of local hotel deals. Trump National Doral, for instance, offers a special Florida Resident rate, which provides up to 30 percent off nightly rates on deluxe guest rooms or suites. Locals also enjoy added perks* like late check out; exclusive golf green
Warm Up to Cool Down
Families will find plenty of opportunities to cool down on their staycation. Private pool cabanas provide a retreat from the heat as well as the perfect place to reapply sunscreen! At Trump National Doral’s Royal Palm Pool, guests can rent one of 18 pool cabanas lining the zero-entry pool. Each cabana offers a fully stocked mini-fridge and a 55-inch flat-screen TV. But with a 125-foot super slide, you won’t have any trouble prying the kids away from the tube while on your staycation!
Golf, Tennis and More
Although synonymous with great golf, the resort offers much more for active families. Beyond the 72 holes spread across four championship courses and world-class practice facilities, Trump National Doral also features four Har-Tru tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, fitness classes, and family-friendly programming. The resort is also home to the Trump Spa, which features an extensive selection of spa services and rituals to energize, calm and restore.
Locals can also savor signature dishes at Champions Bar & Grill perfect for a post-tee time treat, family lunch, or catch-up with friends. The poolside restaurant and bar, Palm Grill provides the perfect respite to enjoy sunny Miami. Finally, the charming Marketplace Cafe offers a convenient grab and go menu of items including specialty Lavazza beverages, a selection of Trump signature wines, French-style pastries,
breakfast sandwiches, made to order smoothies, fresh salads, gelato, cheese, and charcuterie.
Don’t Forget Your Fur Baby!
There’s no reason to leave your pet behind – he’s part of the family too! Trump National Doral’s Trump Pets program pampers pooches with gourmet treats, a plush doggie bed, and other exclusive amenities. k
For more information or reservations, please call toll-free (800) 71-DORAL (36725) or visit www.trumpnationaldoral.com.
A Holistic Approach to Dentistry
For over 30 years, Assure A Smile has been the leading dental care provider to all of South Florida. Our holistic dentistry is led by Dr. Ted Herrmann and based in Miami, Florida. Assure A Smile’s mission is to ensure healthy teeth and gums for life!
Schedule your appointment today and ask about our New Patient Special.
Payment plans and financing available
Assure A Smile is located at 9220 SW 72nd Street, Suite 205 Miami, FL 33173
Tel: 305.274.0047
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This Fall, enjoy the Florida Keys
so it is the perfect time to visit.
Private Vacation Rentals with Resort Amenities
Marlin Bay Resort & Marina in Marathon Florida is a fantastic destination for families as it offers spacious upscale residences in a tropical setting. These 3-
the Keys and include open layouts, full kitchens, terraces, high-end décor, and luxe linens.
The resort’s amenities include a stunning beach-entry heated pool, hot tub, pool bar, clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor games, state-of-the-art marina, and onsite concierge services.
The resort setting offers amenities and comforts you can’t experience at home. Extended vacation rentals are the current popular trend in travel. Because of Covid, so many more parents and children are working and studying from home with newfound flexibility to travel in offseason. This Fall, Marlin Bay can provide all the privacy and amenities you can dream of without the unwanted crowds.
The Gulf-side waterfront location and private marina are perfect for families who want to bring their boat or rent from a local company so they can explore the area’s natural beauty and experience the world-famous fishing and lobstering spots.
Family Friendly Laidback Luxury
The resort is offering special rates for the Fall in their upscale, family-friendly residences. If you are looking for a place that is perfect for families, with 5-star reviews…yet quaint and private, Marlin Bay Resort & Marina is a wonderful option
for families and groups looking for time to create memories and connect.
“Families love our location because of the privacy and easy access to all the resort amenities.” Says Claudine Williams, General Manager at Marlin Bay. “We are also located right in the middle of all that the Keys has to offer whether you want to fish, eat, explore, or simply just lounge by the pool – it is an ideal place for all ages.”
Several popular restaurants are within walking distance from the resort including Overseas Pub & Grill, Keys Fisheries, and Florida Keys Steak & Lobster House. Local favorites include indulging in homemade pizza, subs, and salads from Upper Crust Pizza and eating breakfast at The Stuffed Pig.
An Underrated Island - Marathon Florida It may not be as bustling as Key West, or as familiar as Key Largo, but Marathon does offer something unique – authenticity and lots of family-oriented attractions and adventures. Families can explore Sombrero Beach and Bahia Honda State Park and area attractions including the Dolphin Research Center, The Turtle Hospital, and the Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters. You can discover so many iconic sites and activities. For instance, Key West is only an hour drive away, and the drive alone is an experience all by
Either out on the water or a short drive away you really can experience it all in the Keys. You can stop by Big Pine Key that is filled with spectacular ecology; from freshwater ponds with alligators to the Keys’ world-famous miniature Key deer. The kids will love a stop at the Sheriff’s Animal Farm just before you arrive in Key West: they can check out rescued emus, pot-bellied pigs, ferrets, alpacas, tortoises, and even sloths.
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Rides + Attractions Revealed for the World's Firts Pig Theme Park
Six rides, six themed playscapes, a water play area and even more oinktastic experiences have been revealed for the World’s First Peppa Pig Theme Park. These all-new attractions will create an unforgettable day of adventure at the new standalone theme park, opening in 2022, just steps away from LEGOLAND® Florida Resort.
Designed to be the ultimate day for little ones, the new theme park combines interactive rides and themed play grounds with character shows and an indoor cinema
charming new park is crafted with preschoolers in mind, from their first roller coaster rides with their parents and free fair games for the whole family, to an all-terrain course where they will pedal tricycles through a sensory-rich trail and a colorful splash pad that celebrates “muddy puddles” jumping fun! Through every experience, families will snort, giggle and create their family’s first theme park memories together with Peppa and her friends.
Fun Rides.
Families will ride, soar and set sail together in six new rides. No child swap is needed at this park, as families can experience almost every ride together!
Daddy Pig's Roller Coaster, Peppa Pig's Balloon Ride, Grandad Dog's Pirate Boat Ride, Grampy Rabbit's Dinosaur Adventure, Mr. Bull's High Striker, Peppa's Pedal Bike Tour and George's Tricycle Trail
Play Spaces + Additional Attractions. Splash, climb and crawl! The fun keeps coming with water play, games and justmy-size playscapes.
Of course, we have even more surprises to share as we get closer to opening the ultimate theme park for “little ones.” Stay tuned for more details on the all-new shopping, dining, enhanced accessibility and other family-first experiences.
Vacation Packages Now on Sale.
Families can now start creating their preschooler’s best vacation ever by booking their spring getaways to be among the first to step into and experience Peppa Pig’s playful world. Special offers, including an All-Inclusive and an early booking incentive that gives families a third night free when they book two nights, are now on sale for travel dates starting April 1, 2022.
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Disney Cruise Line Reveals New Destinations and Itineraries for Summer 2022
Disney Cruise Line will offer families exciting adventures around the world in summer 2022, including voyages to new destinations and favorite ports of call in the Greek Isles, Mediterranean, northern Europe, Alaska and the Caribbean. Plus, first-ever summer departures from Miami will take guests to Disney’s enchanting private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay.
“While we prepare for a return to sea just as soon as the time is right, we continue to look to the future and develop more cruising options for families,” said Thomas Mazloum, president of Disney Cruise Line. “Offering this diverse new line-up of itineraries for the summer of 2022 shows our commitment to taking more guests to more destinations around the world as we plan for additional ships in the years ahead.”
For the first time ever, families can sail out of Miami during the summer season.
First-Ever Summer Cruises from Miami
For the first time ever, families can sail out of Miami during the summer season, enjoying even more opportunities to visit Castaway Cay. Every cruise from Miami in the summer of 2022 features a stop at Disney’s private island paradise.
The June 7 voyage marks the Disney Dream’s inaugural cruise from Miami, as the ship has previously only homeported in Port Canaveral, Florida.
In addition to visiting Castaway Cay, three- and four-night cruises from Miami will call on Nassau, Bahamas, while fivenight cruises include a stop at either Grand Cayman or Cozumel, Mexico. One special five-night sailing features two stops at Castaway Cay, along with a call on Nassau.
Tropical Vacations from Port Canaveral Tropical vacations to the Caribbean and Bahamas continue aboard the Disney Fantasy from Port Canaveral near the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Each Disney Fantasy voyage features a visit to Castaway Cay.
The Disney Fantasy will embark on an assortment of itineraries to the eastern and western Caribbean throughout the summer of 2022, including seven-night voyages,a special five-night sailing and an extended nine-night cruise.
The nine-night Disney Fantasy cruise features a first-time call on Roseau,
Dominica, an eastern Caribbean destination filled with natural hot springs, exquisite waterfalls and tropical rainforests. This mountainous island is bordered by pristine beaches and crystal clear water perfect for aquatic activities.
enchanting storytelling and unparalleled service that only Disney can deliver.
Even More Magic Aboard the Disney Wish
As previously announced, the Disney Wish is scheduled to sail its maiden voyage in summer 2022. Information on itineraries and bookings for this ship will be released at a later date.
The Disney Wish will showcase the immersive family entertainment,
The ship will be powered by liquified natural gas, or LNG, one of the cleanestburning fuels available. At approximately 144,000 gross tons and 1,250 guest staterooms, the ship will be slightly larger than the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy.
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New York's Biggest Indoor Water Park The Kartrite!
Get ready to be amazed as you enter the reclaimed conservatory full of rich and lush vegetation and New York’s best water adventures. Covered entirely by the world’s largest texlon transparent roof, it’s 84 degrees of summer perfection – all year long. Don’t forget the sunscreen (even in the middle of winter). It’s the ideal Catskills waterpark adventure. And it’s all included with your stay at The Kartrite!
the Kartrite. All of the one, two and three bedrooms suites feature luxurious amenities, dazzling décor, and chic furnishings.
Thrilling Water Rides for the Kiddos
Adventure-seekers fly down the dueling Jiggerty-Jaggerty slides, racing, bouncing and splashing all the way. (42” minimum height).
The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark opened in 2019, cheekily blending fun with style, contemporary with nature, and thrills with relaxation for the ultimate new family adventure. Bringing modern to the mountains, The Kartrite transports guests to a place like no other – a 324 all-suite resort boasting New York’s biggest indoor waterpark, palate-pleasing dining, and endless adventures for both kids and adults.
The stories go back in seafaring lore for centuries; a massive creature with mighty arms and suctions. The experience has been recreated for thrill seekers on
The Krakken's high-speed, splash-tastic waterslide featuring saucers that create a drop and dive sensation. (48” minimum height).
The Endless Summer Flowrider surf simulator creates the perfect wave
The Nor'Easter takes four riders soaring for a moment of weightlessness before flying back down to earth to banked curves, dips and turns. (48” minimum height).
With more than 100 water adventures, slides and a massive dump bucket, Kartrite Island is a wonderland of water exploration.
For the littlest water explorers, the Puddle Ducks shallow adventure lagoon is a zero-entry interactive pool with slides and water featuresgalore.
The heated, indoor/outdoor Affinity Springs offers a quiet respite from all the action, just three feet deep and perfect for soaking it all in.
The Kartrite offers eight bars and restaurants serving New York’s finest house made cuisine sourced from upstate farms and craft purveyors and fisheries who share the resort’s farm-to-table beliefs. Families can also experience relaxing cabanas, outdoor adventures, wellness, retail therapy, celebrations and more!
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The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark is located at 555 Resorts World Drive Monticello, NY 12701. For more information, rates and reservations visit www.thekartrite.com
I Fall Camping at Jellystone Park
f this summer’s high travel prices took a toll on your family’s vacation plans, this is the perfect time to book a last-minute camping, glamping or RV trip to a Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park location.
There are more than 75 Jellystone Park locations nationwide that are known for their fall and Halloween activities and events. You can enjoy trick-or-treating, magic pumpkin patches, costume and site decorating contests, arts and crafts, haunted hayrides and, of course, interactions with Yogi Bear, Boo Boo and Cindy Bear.
This year, many families are finding that camping, glamping and RVing are the cure to “vacation inflation,” as they are a great value compared to other types of trips. Most Jellystone Park locations are located within a two-hour drive of major cities, making access easy and affordable.
Most families choose to stay in glamping cabins which feature all the comforts of home, including kitchens, heat and air conditioning, bathrooms, flat panel TVs and Wi-Fi. The cost of a
Jellystone Park cabin compares favorably to a hotel room. With most activities included in the price of a cabin or RV site rental, there is no need to leave the campground to visit other attractions, saving you time and money. According to family camping expert and outdoor TV host Jack Steward, fall is one
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of the best times of the year for families to camp. “Temperatures are cooler, there are fewer bugs and campgrounds are less crowded,” he said. “And all the activities are so much fun. Campers really know how to get into the spirit and celebrate Halloween!”
Steward noted that in addition to the Jellystone Park activities included in the cost of a cabin or RV site, you can avoid the high cost of eating out by cooking at your campsite or in your cabin or RV. Fall also brings lower rates, especially on weekdays, which are ideal for parents who are working from home
With more than 75 locations across the United States and Canada, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts feature fun attractions such as pools and water slides, non-stop family activities, up-close fun with Yogi Bear characters, and glamping-style accommodations. For more information about Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, please visit www.jellystonepark.com.
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Visiting Boston In The Fall 5 Activities to do with CityPASS
If you are planning a family vacation in the months of October or November, visiting Boston, Massachusetts in the Fall is a fantastic choice! The city comes alive with beautiful autumn foliage, crisp weather, and a variety of family-friendly activities.
Boston is a popular tourist destination, offering a blend of history, culture, and modern amenities. Visitors come to explore its historic sites, enjoy its cultural offerings, and experience the unique atmosphere of this vibrant city. Boston is one of the oldest and most historically significant cities in the United States, with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1630.
The Boston CityPASS program bundles deeply discounted, prepaid admission to visit four top attractions into one easyto-use mobile ticket. Visitors can now save 45% on combined admission to:
• New England Aquarium
• Museum of Science
• Plus, the ticket holder’s choice of any two of the following:
• Boston Harbor City Cruises
• Franklin Park Zoo
• Harvard Museum of Natural History
• View Boston Observation Deck
Here are some of the top options:
Boston Harbor City Cruises
Take a break from seeing Boston by land to see it by sea! Discover the
historic and contemporary sites and nuances of Boston Harbor during this fun, informative, and fully narrated 60-minute Historic Sightseeing Cruise. Enjoy the sea breeze, spectacular skyline and, ocean views, plus a full cash bar. With heated indoor cabins, you'll be comfortable in any season. Reservation is required for this tour. For more information visit www.cityexperiences.com/boston
Franklin Park Zoo
Explore 72 acres of wildlife habitat in Boston’s historic Franklin Park. See wild faces from wild places—from fuzzy forest dwellers to winged wonders.
Visit Serengeti Crossing to see zebras and ostrich, experience farm life, and visit the tropics with ring-tailed lemurs and gorillas. Be inspired by the Zoo’s mission
to protect and sustain the natural world and learn how you can contribute to wildlife conservation. For more information visit www.zoonewengland.org
Harvard Museum of Natural History
Spark your curiosity about the wonders of the natural world at Harvard University’s most-visited attraction. The Harvard Museum of Natural History is located steps from the historic Harvard Yard and offers sixteen galleries, including the world-famous Blaschka Glass Flowers, thousands of rare minerals and sparkling gemstones, dinosaurs, whales, and hundreds of wildlife specimens from around the world. For more information visit www.hmnh.harvard.edu
Just imagine getting up close and personal with a 65-million-year-old Triceratops fossil, witnessing an indoor lightning storm, and taking a journey inside the human body. With 700 interactive exhibits, exciting temporary exhibitions, daily presentations, and live animals, there is something for everyone! Create, experiment, and have fun at the Museum of Science! Reservations are recommended. For more information visit www.mos.org
New England Aquarium
With more than one million visitors a year, and home to over 10,000 marine animals, the Aquarium is one of the premier visitor attractions in Boston. Come see the boisterous sea lions, waddling penguins, majestic sea turtles, and more during your unforgettable
Aquarium adventure. Reservation required. For more information visit www.neaq.org
View Boston Observation Deck
The newly opened View Boston Observation Deck is the city’s preeminent observatory experience, offering unrivaled 360-degree views of Boston’s breathtaking city skyline. The 59,000-squarefoot destination features indoor and outdoor panoramic views of the city, an open-air roof deck, two dining destinations, state-of-the-art immersive experiential exhibits, and more. For more information visit www.viewboston.com
Choice attractions do not need to be selected at the time of ticket purchase and can be visited in any order.
Boston offers a wide range of kidfriendly activities and attractions that are perfect for families traveling with children, from Boston Children's Museum to Tea Party Ships & Museum, rest assured your kiddo will be occupied! Visit www.meetboston.com to learn more. k
The tickets cost $79 for adults and $67 for children ages 3-11. Once activated at the first attraction visited, Boston CityPASS tickets are valid for nine consecutive days starting with the first day of use. (Should travel plans change, City Pass, Inc., offers a risk-free, 365day return policy on nonactivated tickets.) For more information, visit www.CityPASS.com.
Westgate Town Center Resort is the Ultimate Destination for Family Fun in Orlando
Nestled in the heart of Orlando, Florida, this resort offers a wide range of activities and amenities that are perfect for families looking to create unforgettable memories together.
Westgate Town Center Resort offers the perfect locale where you can reset, regroup and rejuvenate while on your family vacation to Kissimmee, Florida. This full-service resort has it all! Splash around at the Shipwreck Island Water Park, take in a Disney movie in the cozy movie theater, savor made-to-order dishes at multiple
onsite restaurants, or simply kick back and relax in your spacious villa.
Shipwreck Island Water Park
Ready to make a splash? Embark on the ultimate water escapade at Orlando's premier water park resort! Shipwreck Island offers an expansive, multilevel water playground centered
around a fun-filled Black Beard's pirate ship. The park features a huge zero-entry pool, lagoon splash pad, water fountains and water cannons, an expansive sun deck, dueling water
slides, an enclosed Pirate's Plunge drop slide, and a lazy river complete with mysterious caves, splash zones and outlets to stop and play along the way. Here, you will indulge in an abundance of family-friendly enjoyment.
Dining Options
The Resort offers a wide selection of dining delights, good food is part of the fun that comes from being on vacation. Choose from the wide selection of delectable dishes, delightful desserts, and delicious drinks to satisfy your craving. Whether you are in the mood for an elegantly prepared meal at Villa Italiano Chophouse, quick lunch at Drafts Sports Bar & Grill, Sid’s Bistro, and Cordovano Joe's, bright bites at Los Amigos Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar, or a sweet treat at Hershey's® Ice Cream Shop, there are plenty of choices to feast on and enjoy.
Whether it's a weekend retreat, or a super summer getaway with the family, there's no better place to stay than Westgate's destination resorts! Even better – you can take advantage of a wide range of
discounts and packages from Westgate Town Center Resort to help save money on your next Florida vacation.
Florida & Georgia Resident Rate
Already just a short drive from major theme parks like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, and SeaWorld Orlando, Florida and Georgia residents are invited to enjoy an exclusive discount of up to 10% off the best available rates at Westgate Town Center Resort!
Book Early & Save
With the Book Early & Save deal, members of the World of Westgate Loyalty Program (WOW) are rewarded for planning vacations at least 21 days in advance with up to 20% off the
best available rates at Westgate Town Center Resort. WOW is a COMPLETELY FREE loyalty program that offers members exclusive discounts to make vacationing with Westgate Resorts even more enjoyable. With no annual fees or blackout dates, it's easy to see why WOW is one of the most popular loyalty programs around. So, if you're looking for a rewarding vacation experience, be sure to sign up for WOW today!
Westgate Town Center Resort is located at 7700 Westgate Boulevard, Kissimmee, FL 34747. To make a reservation visit www.westgateresorts.com or call the resort 407-396-2500.
Unleash Family Fun and Adventure at Great Wolf Lodge This Spring!
First South Florida Resort Grand Opening
The first South Florida's resort offers year-round family attractions and amenities for all ages, including completely NEW elements that debuted as part of the “next generation” Great Wolf Lodge experience.
The 500-room Great Wolf Lodge in Naples marks the indoor water park resort’s 22nd location in North America. This impressive property boasts a massive 92,000-square-foot indoor
water park, a 61,000-square-foot adventure park, and a variety of dining and shopping options—all conveniently located under one roof. Great Wolf Lodge South Florida delivers a “next-generation” resort experience with exciting new features, including a water-coaster slide, a regional family raft adventure called Breakaway Bay, a multi-level ropes course with a thrilling zipline, and an innovative virtual reality attraction where families team up to
unlock magical powers in the resort’s signature interactive MagiQuest game.
Some of the highlights include:
• A 92,000-square-foot indoor water park, heated to a comfortable 84 degrees and featuring a variety of body slides, tube slides, raft rides, activity pools, and splash areas for every member of the family and level of thrill seeker.
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With an indoor water park kept at a warm 84 degrees year-round, your pack can enjoy a world of fun—all under one roof.
NEW! Rapid Racer and Breakaway Bay. Rapid Racer is an exhilarating tube slide where riders race each other side-by-side and experience a thrilling water coaster element where high velocity water forces the tube up a hill, immediately after riders plunged down. Breakaway Bay is a family raft adventure unique to the Naples resort where riders are dropped into a cone shaped “tornado” and slosh up one side and down the other before exiting into a 360-degree loop and then plummeting into a giant bowl.
• A 61,000-square-foot family entertainment center known as the Great Wolf Adventure Park. Here, families can scale a multi-level ropes course, play a round of miniature golf or step into the world of MagiQuest – Great Wolf Lodge’s exclusive liveaction interactive fantasy adventure game were players use magic wands to enchant items, battle enemies and save the fantasy world of Vellara.
families a collection of virtual reality adventure games where players can dive below the ocean or walk amongst dinosaurs. On one of those adventures, families can go on a virtual quest to the mystical work of Vellara. In the game, they will work together to solve puzzles and unlock magical runes in spirited adventure based off the resort’s popular MagiQuest game.
• NEW! At Howler’s Peak, families will discover two aerial adventures – a Ropes Course where climbers can traverse across rope bridges, elevated passes and other obstacles, and an Adventure Trail where guests can freely explore a harness-free climbing adventure through a tree-fort.
• NEW! Every evening just before bedtime, families can gather in the Grand Lobby of Great Wolf South Florida for a multi-sensory immersive storytelling experience. During The Legend of Luna show, the lobby magically transforms, using projection technology and special effects to tell an enchanting fable about a young wolf who longs to find her place in the world.
• A collection of complimentary family events and activities including Yoga Tails, a program that combines tales of the Northwoods creatures with yoga poses, themed arts and craft projects, and Great Wolf Lodge’s signature nightly dance parties.
• Several dining options that will appeal to a variety of culinary styles ranging from pizza and burgers, to the full-service, elevated dining experience at Fireside, to the premium ice cream and confectionary treats at Wood’s End Creamery and breakfast delights at Dunkin’.
• 500 family-friendly suites featuring a new, contemporary design and available in a variety of categories and styles including themed suites which feature a separate sleeping quarters for kids complete with bunk beds and Great Wolf Kids character theming.
• NEW! Great Geyser Suite. A premium two-bedroom suite which includes a separate bedroom for parents with a King-sized bed and an additional themed bedroom with bunk beds for the kids. Room also features a living room with an additional sleeper sofa.
An overnight stay at Great Wolf Lodge South Florida includes two days of indoor water park fun – with access to the water park starting after 1pm on check-in day. Standard rates start at $199.99 per night. Book your family getaway now! k
For more information or book a stay visit www.greatwolf.com or by calling 1-888-983-WOLF (9653). Great Wolf Lodge is located at 3900 City Gate Blvd N, Naples FL 34117
