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There is Family Fun & Learning on Kauai, The Garden Isle Kauai is known to offer the most dramatic scenery of the Hawaii islands. It can also be a very fun family vacation destination offering unique fun and informative experiences for the entire family. Yes, even the kids.  I have zip-lined on Kauai and all I can say is Wow. If you thought Mexico or the Caribbean were fun experiences from a previous zip-line experience - are you in for a treat. The terrain, valleys, landscape and of course soaring mountain peaks make Kauai the ultimate locale for zip-lining. Kids with an adventurous side will love it and remember it for the rest of their life. Waimea Canyon waterfall, Kauai Waimea Canyon , dubbed the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," is actually set in a state park and delivers a spectacular and free experience. The 18-mile drive to the top of the canyon has multiple stops for hiking and ever-increasingly fabulous views of the Pacific Ocean below. Near t...

Universal Orlando Celebrates the Holiday Season Beginning November 28 and running until January 6 Universal Orlando Resort will deliver more holiday-themed experiences than ever. It all starts with a Harry Potter Christmas.  This is the first year Christmas and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter team up. This year both Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley will feature Christmas-themed decorations, holiday-themed food and performances. Be sure to catch the evening festivities when state-of-the-art projection mapping and lighting wrap Hogwarts Castle for a Harry Potter inspired Christmas. Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort The "Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular" comes to Seuss Landing in Universal's Islands of Adventure . The Dr. Seuss holiday classic features the Whos from Who-ville celebrating the true meaning of the season.  The new Universal Macy's Holiday parade at Universal Studios Florida presents more than a dozen new balloons and more than 15...

Southwest Intends to Begin Hawaii Service. It has been mentioned, and recently hinted ... but now it has been made public. Southwest Airlines announced it has acquired new Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft for overwater flights and will begin Hawaii service. Though Southwest has been noncommittal on routes it is known that the first Hawaii route will originate from Phoenix where Southwest maintains a large operation. The only timetable provided is 2018 to begin service. Southwest has applied with the Federal Aviation Administration for Extended Operations Service authorization, a regulatory requirement for such flights.  Of course, once approved Southwest flights to Hawaii will be available as flight and hotel vacation packages with both Southwest Vacations and Funjet Vacations - and that is the best way to book. ULTIMATE VACATIONS will keep you updated and have these packages available to book as soon as they become available.  Akaka Falls, Big Island Haw...

Introducing 20 New Windstar Itineraries 40 Europe Itineraries in all for 2018 Windstar Cruises has just introduced 20 new European itineraries for the 2018 season. Eight new itineraries will serve Norther Europe while 12 brand new itineraries will entice sailing fans to the Mediterranean. If you like variety, sailing into popular ports as well as fascinating ports a bit off the beaten path, Windstar Cruises may be for you. 2018 could be the perfect time to explore these 40 marvelous new itineraries in Europe alone.  Windstar now has six intimate yachts - 3 that are fully motorized catering to only 212 guests in all suite accommodations; and three that combine both magnificent sails and motorized power - two accommodate 148 guests while their largest vessel accommodates still only 310 guests. With a limited number of guests you enjoy personalized service as well as the ability to explore ports where larger ships simply cannot get to.  Dubrovnik, Croa...

Coming in 2018 Explore Iceland's Rare Beauty Escorted by Disney Beginning is the summer of 2018 Adventures by Disney will add tours to experience the rare natural beauty of Iceland. This 7-night Adventure Through the Land of Fire and Ice will feature all the attractions of Iceland's Golden Circle.  Dramatic is the only word to describe Iceland's scenery. Dramatic coastlines, landscapes, waterfalls, valleys, glaciers and volcanoes. All of which you will experience first hand on this tour. Of course Adventures by Disney are designed to engage, enlighten and educate the entire family. This particular tour has a minimum age of 8. Godafoss Waterfall, Iceland TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Southern Iceland's Glaciers - Get up close and personal with glaciers on land and sea. Take a zodiac to a massive glacier adrift. Horseback Ride in the Grand Circle - Ride along the cost on a unique breed of house introduced to Iceland by the Vikings Take a Natural Bath in ...