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Got wanderlust? Here’s a wander-list filled with fun things to do from Trav L. Moore and his priceLESS peeps.

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Checking In is the place to find everything you’ll need to plan your next family getaway. All brought to you by real families and our family of Team Member travel experts. Make the most of your vacation time by Checking In with us. To see what’s coming up, visit our About page.

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Resort Visits

A Special Sneak Peek at Our Brand-New Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort

  • Posted August 15, 2022

Get an inside look at our brand-new Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort! Find out what makes it special, from ocean views to the multi-level pool and so much more.

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Resort Visits

Celebrating 40 Years of Vacations: Where We’ve Been & Where We’re Going

  • Posted August 1, 2022

Read the 40-year history of Holiday Inn Club Vacations from our President and CEO John Staten.

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Discover Fresh Fall Travels

Things to Do

Our 5 Favorite Mount Ascutney Hiking Trails

  • Posted August 30, 2022

Resort Visits

7 Ways to “Fall” in Love with Orange Lake Resort This Fall

  • Posted September 20, 2022

A woman wearing a purple tank top, jean shorts and glasses poses underneath a pair of wedged rocks in Gatlinburg, TN.

Destination Ideas

Your Guide to Hiking in Gatlinburg: Trails, Tips, Food & More

  • Posted August 23, 2022

Check In With Us

Are you just as obsessed with travel as we are? Find out how to share your great vacation story on this page. And you can always find us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Pinterest, too.

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Featured Contributor, Ashlyn George, stands with a horse in front of the Canadian mountain range.

Travel Tips

Solo Travel for Women: 8 Empowering Tips for Safe & Amazing Vacations

  • Posted March 8, 2021

Read 8 safety tips about solo travel for women from an expert traveler. Ashlyn shares must-read advice and personal stories for any woman planning a solo trip.

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Roux rides a white horse on Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World® Resort wearing a pink fuzzy jacket and a 'Little Mermaid' face mask.

Resort Visits

17 Tips for Planning a Multi-Family Vacation: Our Trip to Disney World

  • Posted March 4, 2021

Get 17 tips for planning a multi-family vacation in Orlando, including advice for traveling, going to Walt Disney World Theme Parks and deciding where to stay.

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Featured Contributor, Chris Johnston's two daughters, Kyler (right) and Kyndall (left), wear multi-colored snorkel gear while holding onto a rope in the ocean.

Travel Tips

8 Snorkeling Tips for Your Family’s First Ocean Outing

  • Posted February 26, 2021

Get 8 snorkeling tips for families based on one mom’s first ocean adventure with her two kids. Plus, see what it’s like to snorkel in Florida.

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Featured Contributor, Angie Orth (far-right), and her friends hold their putters outside on our mini-golf course.

Resort Visits

How to Plan a Friends Vacation: Our Group Getaway in Orlando

  • Posted February 24, 2021

Learn how to plan a super fun friends vacation with tips and recommendations from Angie (of AngieAway) as she relives her group getaway at Orange Lake Resort.

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Cape Canaveral Beach with Lifeguard hut at sunset.

Things to Do

6 Cape Canaveral Couples’ Getaway Ideas

  • Posted February 22, 2021

Discover 6 Cape Canaveral couples’ getaway ideas for your romantic beach vacation to Florida’s east coast. You’ll read about where to stay, what to do and more.

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Featured Contributor, Jessica Averett (right), wears a winter jacket, sunglasses, and white bike helmet while riding a Fat Tire bike in the snow next to a man in front of the mountains.

Travel Tips

5 Best Winter Sports for Families (Besides Skiing)

  • Posted February 17, 2021

Check out the best winter sports for families (that aren’t skiing) for your next snowy family vacation. These 5 activities are perfect for all ages.

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Sally Butan (left) of @butanclan and her husband cross the street towards our New Orleans resort with signage that reads, 'Holiday Inn Club Vacations.'

Resort Visits

Virtual Mardi Gras Celebrations: Our New Orleans Resort’s First Fat Tuesday!

  • Posted February 15, 2021

Kick off virtual Mardi Gras celebrations at our New Orleans Resort with a toe-tapping video, stories from our very first guests and more!

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Things to Do

Is New Orleans Kid-Friendly?

  • Posted February 11, 2021

Find out if New Orleans is kid-friendly or the right spot for your family vacation based on Sally's review and everything her crew did together.

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Travel Tips

How to Make Beignets: THE Sweet Treat of New Orleans

  • Posted February 9, 2021

Learn the secret to making the perfect beignets, a New Orleans staple. These sweet, pillowy, sugary pastries make a great treat for breakfast and dessert.

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A family walks towards the Susan Constant ship at Jamestown Settlement in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Resort Visits

The Best Place to Stay in Williamsburg, VA: Our Family’s Experience

  • Posted February 1, 2021

Wondering what the best place to stay in Williamsburg, VA, is? Read about one family of six’s resort stay, including room features, activities and things to do.

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A woman holds a man's hand while wearing winter apparel and ski goggles looking off at snowcapped mountains under a blue sky.

Destination Ideas

Find Your Winter Vacation Spot

  • Posted January 27, 2021

Find your winter vacation spot! See what your snow personality “style” is and get matched to one of 8 mountain resort, snowy city or winter wonderland getaways.

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Resort Visits

Our Orlando Vacation: How to Have a Safe & Fun Disney Trip

  • Posted January 25, 2021

Read about one family’s Orlando vacation, including safety measures they noticed at Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Orange Lake Resort during COVID-19.

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