My husband (A)'s family (parents, brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew) are going on a trip in a couple of weeks. The trip has been planned for months, and he and I had decided long ago that it wasn't going to work for us this year. Yesterday, A. decided he wants to go. There are no hotel rooms available. We will have to stay on the pull out couch in his parent's room. I could use a reality check. Longer explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by mary, queen of socks on Mar 11, 2013 - 52 answers

Looking for a terrific holiday experience in New England. Quaint lodging with bonfires, snowshoeing, etc, the weekend after Christmas? [more inside]
posted by beccaj on Oct 22, 2012 - 4 answers

Our cross-country family vacation with a 21 month old is 5 days away and I'm sick with worry over numerous travel-related things. Tips and advice? [more inside]
posted by kitcat on Jun 24, 2012 - 14 answers

Galveston Beach this summer - Help! [more inside]
posted by doorsfan on Apr 2, 2012 - 9 answers

Looking for family vacation recommendations for infrastructure and transportation-o-philes. [more inside]
posted by apparently on Jan 12, 2012 - 22 answers

Looking for suggestions for destinations around Lake of the Woods in Ontario for a large-scale family vacation. Also, how do you make it pleasant for all involved? [more inside]
posted by sadtomato on Aug 19, 2010 - 3 answers

My boyfriend, my father, and I are going to take a trip together in September. My boyfriend and I are in our early 30s, fairly active, and are interested in beaches, ruins, rainforests/jungles, white water rafting, and possibly scuba diving. My dad is in his late 50s, quite overweight (like probably 150-200 lbs overweight), and enjoys luxury hotels, relaxing, and fun stuff that's not TOO physically taxing. I haven't seen him in a few years, but he may be interested in white water rafting and scuba diving, if his weight isn't an issue. We're looking at somewhere in Central America, most likely Belize or the Yucatan, but we're also considering Costa Rica and are open to other suggestions. [more inside]
posted by odayoday on May 18, 2010 - 17 answers

Looking for tips and hacks on how to make the most of a family vacation at Sea Colony, Bethany Beach, Delaware. [more inside]
posted by hellboundforcheddar on Jun 8, 2009 - 5 answers

We're looking for a fun place approximately equidistant* from Washington, DC and Columbus, OH to spend a long weekend in July or August. Six adults, 3 kids (ages 1 -6). We're hoping to find someplace reasonably priced. Camping is not an option with most of this crowd, and a place with a kitchen would be great. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by amarynth on Apr 25, 2006 - 8 answers