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Sally Black

Sally Black
Sally is the Founder of Vacationkids.com Travel Agency and author of the book "Fearless Family Vacations". She is also the Director of Travel Agent Initiatives and Training at The Family Travel Association.

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Sandos Caracol Resort

[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 26, 2013 10:20:00 AM / by Sally Black posted in family resorts

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The Sandos Caracol Resort offers families an unforgettable all inclusive family resort vacation. This resort is a popular destination spot for many Vacationkids families who return year after year.

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Shopping for Souvenirs - How to Haggle Like a Pro

[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 20, 2013 10:22:00 AM / by Sally Black posted in Affordable Family Vacations

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Souvenir shopping is something just about every family does while on a vacation.  Usually there is a LONG list of people back home that you need to shop for.....Grandma, your neighbor who is taking in your mail, that teacher who didn't give your kids too much homework to complete while you're gone etc.

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Using Car Seats in Different Countries

[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 18, 2013 11:45:00 AM / by Sally Black posted in Baby Vacations, Family Vacation Health

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To car seat or not to car seat...that is the question! It's one we're asked time and again here at Vacationkids. Obviously parents want to do the right time and keep their kids safe while having fun on vacation.

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Bad Flights

[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 5, 2013 11:53:00 AM / by Sally Black posted in family vacations

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I recently found myself on a United flight sitting next to a chronic complainer. It started when she was politely told that her impossibly oversized suitcase would need to be checked because it obviously wouldn't fit into the overhead compartment. At this point her mouth shifted into high gear.

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Iberostar Puerto Vallarta

[fa icon="calendar'] Nov 25, 2013 1:03:00 PM / by Sally Black posted in family resorts

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Vacationkids is pleased and very honored to be one of the first travel agencies visit and tour the nearly completed Iberostar Punta Mita Resort in Puerto Vallarta. This stunning new resort is located about 45 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta airport in the new resort area known as the Riviera Nayarit. It is actually located in a brand new resort area called Litibu (such a fun word to say!).

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Meaning of Aloha

[fa icon="calendar'] Nov 11, 2013 11:53:00 AM / by Sally Black posted in family vacations

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That Cheezy movie line "You had me at Hello" is very true for visitors to Hawaii...only with Hawaii, it's "You had me at Aloha". New visitors are often enchanted by this destination. They immediately sense that life is different here but few look beyond the surface.

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Vacation Anticipation

[fa icon="calendar'] Nov 6, 2013 10:00:00 AM / by Sally Black posted in family vacations

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Vacationkids believes that a family vacation is not just about a week at the beach with your kids. Vacations make tomorrows and yesterdays.  A family vacation is something that you look forward too with great anticipation, and if done properly, a great vacation is something that your family will remember for a life time.

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How To Avoid Family Vacation Stress

[fa icon="calendar'] Oct 28, 2013 12:45:00 PM / by Sally Black posted in family vacations, Family Vacation Health

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Who are these people that you see in all the family travel brochures?

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How To Cruise For Free

[fa icon="calendar'] Oct 25, 2013 9:31:00 AM / by Sally Black posted in Family Cruises

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I'm not talking about those tempting telemarketing calls or mailbox timeshare scams. I'm talking about a real deal, legit, free cruise on pretty much any ship you want to sail on. It's true and possible so you're invited to follow along here...

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Right of Passage Vacations

[fa icon="calendar'] Oct 23, 2013 10:48:00 AM / by Sally Black posted in family vacations

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 Nothing bonds a family together like the experience of travel. Creating a customized Right of Passage vacation is something your family can cherish and remember for a lifetime.

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