Don't miss Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier. Photo courtesy of the event.
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Christmas Day Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan. Photo courtesy of City Experiences
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Enjoy a kid-friendly tube fest at Sunburst Ski Hill. Photo courtesy of Sunburst Ski Hill
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The trees at Morton Arboretum are aglow like you've never seen. Photo courtesy of the Arboretum
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Jack Frost Winter Walk Pop-up is open daily through Jan. 1. Photo courtesy of the event.
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The artfully decorated Peninsula is a wonderful venue for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day dining, Holiday decorations by Kehoe Designs, photography by Mark Segal
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Snow tubing is a favorite winter activity in Chicago. Photo courtesy of Canva
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Light Up the Lake. Photo courtesy of Navy Pier
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The zoo is all aglow! Lincoln Park Zoo Lights photo by Brandon Tucker, courtesy of the zoo.
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Here's our list of the best Chicago neighborhoods to see holiday lights. Photo courtesy of the Larsen Christmas Lights Show
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Looking for pictures with Santa in Chicago this holiday season? We have a whole list. Photo courtesy of Gallagher Way Chicago
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Happy Holiday Railway. Photo courtesy of the Illinois Railway Museum
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Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden. Photo courtesy of the event.
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You can easily spend all day at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Photo by the author
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See what swims by at the Shedd Aquarium. Beluga photo courtesy of the Illinois Tourism Board.
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Photo courtesy of Enchanted Castle.
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If your teens enjoy pottery, then MADE Chicago in Bucktown is the spot.
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Teen Saturdays at Chicago Architecture Center. Photo courtesy of the Chicago Architecture Center.
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Places to celebrate your baby before the smash cake. Photo by Kelly Patino for Mommy Poppins
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Cooking classes for kids in Chicago. Photo courtesy of The Kid's Table
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Calm Waters is a sensory-friendly event at Shedd Aquarium. Photo courtesy of the Shedd Aquarium
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Santa's ready for all the hugs around the dinner tables at the Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Photo courtesy of the zoo
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Bahamas Family Travel Guide

The Bahamas have many islands beyond Nassau for visiting. We enjoyed restaurants and play at Stocking Island. Photo by Anna Fader
The Bahamas have many islands beyond Nassau for visiting. We enjoyed restaurants and play at Stocking Island. Photo by Anna Fader
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Find the best Bahamas resorts, including everything you need to know about Atlantis Bahamas, and fun things to do in the Bahamas with kids, from water parks and sports to cruises and wildlife. It's all here in our Bahamas Family Travel Guide.

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The popular Atlantis Bahamas resort offers a number of water and other activities for all ages. Photo courtesy the resort
The popular Atlantis Bahamas resort offers a number of water and other activities for all ages. Photo courtesy the resort

Bahamas Resorts and Things to Do in the Bahamas with Kids

Secrets of Atlantis: Tips for a Bahamas Family Vacation with Kids

The Bahamas mega-resort known for its gigantic water park offers plenty of family fun. READ MORE

Grand Isle Resort and Spa in Great Exuma, Bahamas Offers Laid-Back Luxury

Spacious villas and fun excursions make this Bahamas resort a good choice for families. READ MORE

Visiting CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's Private Bahamas Isle, with Kids

Take a Royal Caribbean Cruise to Perfect Day CocoCay for water park fun and more. READ MORE

Grand Lucayan Beach & Golf Resort: Grand Bahama Island Family Vacation Destination

Last Fall when I reviewed Atlantis Paradise Island, it was my first time in the Bahamas. This summer I was invited to visit the Grand Lucayan Beach & Golf Resort on Grand Bahama Island and jumped at the chance to further explore the former British colony. Grand Bahama Island is the 4th largest of the 700 islands that make up the country and just about 50 miles from Florida.  The island is rather populated and more commercial than Paradise Island, which means there are lots of things to see and do for residents and visitors... READ MORE
Parents might finally get to relax during a stay at Beaches Turks and Caicos. Photo courtesy the resort
Parents might finally get to relax during a stay at Beaches Turks and Caicos. Photo courtesy the resort

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