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7 Beautiful National Parks to See This Fall

See which parks are best for fall scenery, outdoor adventure and cool weather.

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The sunrise at the Mesa Arch in the Canyonlands National Park makes the arch glow, Utah, USA.The sunrise at the Mesa Arch in the Canyonlands National Park makes the arch glow, Utah, USA.

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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

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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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A mural with animated projection mapping in various colors of purple, orange, yellow and magenta featured in the lobby of our resort in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Resort Visits

All About the Oh-So-Stunning New Orleans Mural at Our Resort

  • Posted January 13, 2021

Learn all about a New Orleans mural that comes alive with bright colors and jazz music at New Orleans Resort. See the inspiration, artist and process behind it.

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Author, Brenda Rivera Stearns' daughter, Victoria, floating along the lazy river in a blue innertube at our South Beach resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Resort Visits

Our Family’s First Trip to Myrtle Beach

  • Posted December 23, 2020

Take a trip to Myrtle Beach with this family of seven! You’ll find out where to stay, 5 family-friendly things to do, planning tips and more.

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Exterior image of our New Orleans resort in the twilight hour.

Resort Visits

Our New Resort in New Orleans: 21 Things We’re Most Excited About

  • Posted December 7, 2020

Now that our New Orleans Resort is open, discover the 21 things we’re most excited about, from big villas and beignets to Bourbon Street and more.

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Author, Kimberly Gelin's daughter (left), sits at her dining table in our Villa at Orange Lake Resort in Florida with her iPad for virtual learning.

Resort Visits

Work & Schoolcation Tips for Families: Orlando Edition

  • Posted December 1, 2020

Get travel advice on work and schoolcation routines from one mom’s recent trip to Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida.

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Three caucasian women wear swimwear on pool lounge chairs each holding one of three children covered in towels near a pool at Orange Lake Resort

Travel Tips

How to Potty Train While Traveling

  • Posted November 20, 2020

Learn how to potty train while traveling with Raff of @raffoutloud. She's got 3 three-year-olds and a whole lot of vacation tips on this topic.

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Jessica and her son laughing together while he sits on her shoulders as they hike in the Arizona desert.

Resort Visits

Scottsdale Vacation Tips: How to Plan a Family Adventure

  • Posted November 18, 2020

Discover family-friendly Scottsdale vacation tips from Jessica of Bring the Kids as she and her family discover the outdoors and visit our Scottsdale Resort.

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Resort Visits

How to Plan a Nature-Filled Family Trip to Branson, MO

  • Posted October 22, 2020

Angelica from Toddlin’ Across America gives us an inside look at her family’s recent nature-filled travels to our Holiday Hills Resort in Branson, Missouri.

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Featured Contributor, Clarissa Laskey (middle), kayaks with her daughter (right) in a blue kayak while her son (left) kayaks in his own green kayak.

Travel Tips

Traveling Solo with Children: One Mom’s Take on One-Parent Vacations

  • Posted October 7, 2020

Hear one mom’s experiences with traveling solo with her children. She’ll share why she loves it and memories from her trip to Orange Lake Resort in Orlando.

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Resort Visits

The Perfect Texas Staycation: Our Family’s Visit to Falladays

  • Posted October 1, 2020

Discover the ultimate fall family vacation at Falladays. Read how one family describes their autumn and Halloween adventures at our Villages Resort in Texas.

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Resort Visits

Things to Do in Lake Tahoe: What to See, What to Eat, & Where to Stay

  • Posted September 17, 2020

Find out the best things to do in Lake Tahoe and personal recommendations from one family’s recent RV trip. Plus, get info on places to eat and where to stay.

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Family sitting near the pool at Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, FL

Resort Visits

How to Pack Up the Whole Family for a Cross-Country Vacation

  • Posted September 1, 2020

Learn how to pack up your family for a cross-country vacation as one mom offers tips on “packing smarter” and describes her family-of-five’s trip to Orlando.

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Resort Visits

A Special Inside Look at Our New Resort in New Orleans

  • Posted August 24, 2020

Get an inside look at what our brand-new New Orleans Resort looks like before your stay, including historic details, villa décor, interior design and more.

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