Europe

Backpacking, Italian Style
A family's grand plan to cross Italy falters, but with scenery this good, nobody's complaining.

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Pinching Pennies in the Pyrenees
Take chance as your hiking companion in the Spanish Pyrenees, and you can have a great family trip on a shoestring budget.

Asia

Pony Trekking in Ladakh
This traditional means of travel helps both kids and parents find Shangri-la in the Himalayas.

Family Fling in Phuket
Sea canoe James Bond-land and take a ride on a clipper ship off Thailand's coast. Don't forget the kids!

Family Fun at the Top of the World
Activities for all seasons and all ages in Nepal.

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Family Adventures in Nepal
Bring the family for rafting, trekking, safaris, and exploring in the shadow of Everest

South & Central America

Costa Rica
A no-stress destination for adventurous families (or anybody)

The Mayan Road Less Traveled
"Archeo-touring" the Yucatan with four-year-old twins and grandma along.

Africa

South African Safari
An elephant stomping through the tented camp? Luxury, education, and happy accidents.

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