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Tips for Group Travel Leaders

    Sometimes, group travel can get complicated. Pleasing everyone while sticking to a single plan requires good planning, diplomacy, and much kindness. If your group is comprised of children or young adults, then the social dynamics of the group and emotional needs of individuals become even more complicated. If this is your first trip Read More

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Chicago on a Dime: Affordable Group Hotels for College Students

Chicago is a popular destination for student groups at high school and college level. Aside from excellent examples of modern architecture, the Windy City is home to outstanding museums such as the Art Institute of Chicago and the Museum of Science and Industry. In addition to cultural trips, many young people head to Chicago to Read More

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Marco Island for Snowbird Travel Groups

If you live north of the Mason-Dixon Line, then you know winter can be tough on your bones and your mood. Having a winter home in Florida may be many people’s dream, but it is a reality for a very lucky few. If you are among the rest of us mortals, then perhaps you want Read More

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Take a Bike Ride & Support a Cause

With the end of summer coming, there is no better way to close out the season than giving back to a good cause, and doing it as a group. That is exactly what a team from Pratt & Whitney Canada is doing this Holiday Weekend.  Pratt & Whitney Canada has a team of 30 employees Read More

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How to Stretch Your Field-Trip Budget: Back-to-School Travel Tips

The much-anticipated start of the new school year is upon us, and with it comes the excitement of planning educational field trips for our students. While some school districts are fortunate to be in close proximity to great museums and a myriad of historical sites, for many others overnight travel is a must. If your Read More

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Charleston, South Carolina: Best Historical Attractions

Packed with magnificent and well-preserved architecture, grand landscapes, and historical locations, Charleston is a fantastic year-round destination for groups. From ladies’ weekends to history-major group trips, we can only say good things about this East Coast city.   If your group is having trouble deciding how to make the most of your time in Charleston, Read More

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South Beach Wine & Food Festival: A Guide for Groups

Year after year, thousands of foodies converge in South Beach for the wine and food festival. With over 200 chefs and 150 wineries, this festival is one of the most coveted gastronomy and viticulture events. Culinary schools, gourmet clubs, and food aficionados head to the beach to rub shoulders with their favorite stars from the Read More

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Five Safety Tips for Groups Traveling Together

Traveling with a group can be tremendous fun for everyone involved, but it does not come without complexities. If you are the coordinator of a group trip, then you may want to take note of these tips and ideas from veteran travelers from around the globe. Safety-travel precautions are good for everyone but particularly important Read More

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Most Awesome Parade Destinations and Gay-Friendly Lodging

Every year, typically in June, many cities around the globe host pride parades and other commemorative and political activism events led by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community. The month coincides with the commemoration of the Stonewall riots; however, as the parades have expanded, not all of them happen in the June timeframe.   Read More

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Three Best Ski Destinations for Groups

Summer is almost gone, and for many die-hard ski aficionados this is the time to start planning group getaways to fully embrace this awesome winter sport. Vacation rentals and cabins may not be the best option for large groups. Groups wanting the opportunity to recreate together in tandem, with the privacy of having your own Read More

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