Judy Sutton Taylor

Europe! Yosemite! Disney World! What parent doesn’t dream of experiencing these iconic destinations with their children? But family vacations are as much about rest, relaxation and togetherness as they are about making memories. That’s why timing specific types of vacations to the ages when they’re best suited for your kids can make or break the experience. Here are 8 bucket list trips every family should take together—at exactly the right time in your child’s life.
Newborn to Age 5
The Resor...

A lot of people are interested in doing good while on vacation, but aren’t ready to dedicate their whole trip to volunteering—and that’s okay! If you’re interested in adding a Travel For Good component on your next trip, the following opportunities promise to leave you feeling good, knowing that your travels have made a positive difference in the world.
Be a Flight Volunteer for an Animal Rescue Group
International rescue groups in the Caribbean, Asia and Central America export dogs to homes ...

Packing for a trip is never at the top of anyone’s list of favorite activities. Besides all the laundry that’s involved ahead of time, there’s the stress of getting it right, making sure you don’t forget any crucial items. But packing for a trip that includes volunteer work—in addition to some traditional R&R—can up the challenge to the next level. No matter where in the world your work-and-play vacay takes you, following a few smart, simple tips can lighten your load, ease your mind and ensu...

Considering ways to volunteer on your own? There are loads of great nonprofits and tour operators that provide meaningful and worthwhile volunteer travel experiences. But there are also plenty of ways you can DIY a Travel for Good vacation.
One of the easiest ways to plan your own Travel for Good itinerary is to search a volunteer-focused website. Idealist, Volunteer Match and the HandsOn Network each list thousands of service projects for volunteers all over the world. Search by location, ty...

Lamont Dozier’s songs have been part of the soundtrack of America for generations.
Dozier made a name for himself in the 1960s, as a force behind the Motown sound with writing and producing team Holland Dozier Holland. The trio penned songs for the Supremes, Four Tops, Martha and the Vandellas and other artists. Among their many, many hits: “Stop! In the Name of Love,” “I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)” and “(Love is Like a) Heat Wave.” Later, Dozier went on to work with artists i...

African safaris are an ultimate bucket list trip for many people, but are often difficult to do and with good reason: They cost a pretty penny, require a great deal of planning and involve far-flung travel. They also generate a lot of questions. Following are answers to some common ones that will help ensure your big investments in both time and money are well spent.
What are the best countries to visit?
The great news is that there are so many options. The bad news is that that makes it hard...

Barcelona is often touted as the best city in Europe (or anywhere) because it’s got something for everyone, and that goes for kids, too. Families with wee ones in strollers or even hard-to-please teens will find plenty of fun and interesting things to do in this sophisticated seaside metropolis. Suggestions below are divided by age group, but many of them are good bets for kids of all ages (including way overgrown ones).
Babies and toddlers
CosmoCaixa: This science museum is geared specifical...

Gift buying for 11- to 14-year-olds can trigger memories of that classic complainer, Goldilocks. You can almost hear the moans and groans ahead of time: "This gift is too old." "This gift is too young." "This gift was popular, like, five minutes ago." Don't stress. Our mix of sporty, techy, pretty, trendy, sweet-smelling and plain, old classically fun gifts are sure to elicit smiles -- however fleeting -- from the tweens and teens on your list. -- Judy Sutton Taylor

Enthusiastic public announcements aside, sometimes the check doesn't arrive as promised. So put down that champagne and heed the advice of entrepreneurs who've dealt with the disappointment of disappearing capital....

There’s so much to love about Chicago summers, and tops among them is the food: The bounty of fresh fruits and veggies at farmers’ markets, the icy, cool treats, and all those amazing restaurant patios. Here, seven influential Chicago food bloggers and podcasters tell us about their all-time...

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