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    Cruising with Kids is Great Fun for the Entire Family

    Erin Foster, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line, talks to us about cruising with kids. Having traveled on several DCL cruises with her family, she knows! As parents, we know that one of the most difficult parts of planning a vacation with kids is ensuring that they stay entertained throughout the trip. For us, this usually means

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    Top Buffets to Enjoy in Las Vegas

    Join Bob Sehlinger, author of The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas, in the discovery of some of Las Vegas’ top buffets. What used to be considered a cost-effective and valuable way to feed guests looking more for a filling meal than a dining experience has evolved into something that satisfies both those who care only about stuffing their bellies and

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    Unsung Disney: The Disney Wilderness Preserve

    The 11,500-acre Disney Wilderness Preserve is part of critical conservation lands supporting an array of wildlife, including the gopher tortoise, the Florida scrub jay, crested caracaras, sandhill cranes, and the Florida panther. How It All Started A unique partnership between Disney and The Nature Conservancy developed when Disney decided to help mitigate impacts on wetlands caused by their theme park developments. In 1992

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    Norwegian Culture Meets Mickey

    Showcasing Norway’s culture for 30 years, the Norway pavilion continues to attract crowds. Located between Mexico and China inside Epcot’s World Showcase, it is the only pavilion open to guests 2 hours before all the other lands open. How it All Began—The History of the Norwegian Pavilion at Epcot On June 3, 1988, in a ceremony that was broadcast live

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    Top 5 Must-See Las Vegas Hotels

    Visitors come to Las Vegas to vacation and play—or to attend a meeting or convention. No matter what brings you to Las Vegas, here are the top five hotels we think you must see, even if you don’t stay there. The VenetianThe Venetian draws its theme from the plazas, architecture, and canals of Venice, Italy. Visiting The Venetian is like