0
  • Destinations
  • Advice
  • Hotels & All-Inclusives
  • Theme Parks
  • Cruises
FamilyVacationist
FamilyVacationist
FamilyVacationist
  • Destinations
  • Advice
  • Hotels & All-Inclusives
  • Theme Parks
  • Cruises
FamilyVacationist
  • Destinations
  • Advice
  • Hotels & All-Inclusives
  • Theme Parks
  • Cruises
Judy Koutsky

Judy Koutsky

Judy Koutsky writes about travel, parenting, psychology, and health topics, and has written for more than 30 publications, including WebMD, Prevention, Conde Nast Traveler, and Travel + Leisure. Koutsky has won awards for her writing, and as an editor has led editorial departments at KIWI and Parenting.com.
Family onboard a Holland America heritage cruise (Photo: HAL)
Cruises

The case for going on a cruise and NOT doing the shore excursions 

Is a relaxing big-ship cruise enough to keep a very active teenager engaged on vacation? My son and I set sail to find out.

Posted by Judy Koutsky Judy Koutsky
Deoksugung Palace in Seoul, South Korea (Photo: InsideAsia Tours)
Destinations

How a trip to South Korea helped me pass the travel baton to my teenage son

For the 15 years my son and I have traveled together, I’ve always been the one in control. That changed with our independent tour of South Korea.

Posted by Judy Koutsky Judy Koutsky
Underwater shot of two people diving
Advice

Becoming a scuba diving family in Fiji

Our first family scuba vacation inspired a whole new way of seeing the world together.

Posted by Judy Koutsky Judy Koutsky
Scenic Eclipse in Antarctica (Photo: Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours)
Cruises

I Took a Luxury Cruise in Antarctica with my Teenage Son and This Is What it Was Like

This luxury Antarctica cruise is truly a choose-your-own-adventure kind of experience.

Posted by Judy Koutsky Judy Koutsky

Latest Posts

Disneyland Train Station

6 reasons to visit Disneyland in summer 2026 (especially for families)

Posted by Carly Neil, The World of Spark Carly Neil, The World of Spark
Bluey and Bingo at Disneyland

Bluey is taking over Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line. Here’s what you need to know. 

Posted by Megan duBois Megan duBois
Concept image of the Disney Believe

NEWS: Disney Cruise Line announces name and opening timeline of its ninth ship

Posted by Carly Neil, The World of Spark Carly Neil, The World of Spark
view of garden and buildings at Appellation Healdsburg

Appellation Healdsburg is a sleeper hit for families. Here’s why

Posted by Christine Sarkis Christine Sarkis
Cinderella walking towards her castle at Magic Kingdom

How early can you book a 2027 Disney World vacation?

Posted by Carly Neil, The World of Spark Carly Neil, The World of Spark
Royal Caribbean's Category 6 is the world's largest cruise ship water park (Photo: Royal Caribbean)

Best cruise ship and private island water parks for everyone in the family

Posted by Megan duBois Megan duBois

Go Together!

  • Destinations
  • Advice
  • Gear
  • Hotels & All-Inclusives

FamilyVacationist

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise with Us
  • Email Newsletter

Socialize with Us

No matter where you go, there's family.

© 2025 Vacationist Media | Terms of Use - Privacy Policy - Cookie Policy