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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

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Disney Cruise Line’s new ship invites fans to step into their destiny

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Malificent puts guests under her spell on the Disney Destiny (Photo: Disney)

Inside the Disney Destiny’s one-of-a-kind dining, shows, and experiences

Posted by Josh Roberts Josh Roberts
People doing relaxing crafts and art at Hemlock Neversink

This charming adults-only hotel in the Catskills is opening its doors to families over the holidays

Posted by Allison Tibaldi Allison Tibaldi
the winner, Elizabeth Kamaile Kahailihauwelo Kekahuna-credit Outrigger Resorts

Some people travel for Taylor Swift. I travel for hula.

Posted by Allison Tibaldi Allison Tibaldi
A family walking through a lighted tunnel at Calloway Resort & Gardens

Get into the spirit: 14 festive family resorts and hotels perfect for celebrating Christmas

Posted by Beth Luberecki Beth Luberecki
A snowy village surrounded by lanterns, a tall Christmas tree, and people walking around

13 magical Christmas vacation spots in the U.S. and beyond for families

Posted by Gina Kramer Gina Kramer

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