Anne Fritz

Updated: May 24, 2024
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A Disney Vacation Club membership is an investment. Here are the best DVC perks that make it worth it.
As any Disney superfan (I count myself as one!) likely knows, Disney Vacation Club is Disney’s version of a timeshare across its many properties around the United States. So when I was invited to travel along with my husband and two kids as honorary DVC members to Disneyland and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Oahu, I jumped at the chance.
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Planning a visit to the popular national park can be daunting. Here's the Yellowstone itinerary I followed with my family of four.
Every time I told anyone—friends, family, people I had just met—that my family’s summer vacation plan was to visit Wyoming and Montana, they inevitably asked about our Yellowstone itinerary. I get it. As a lifelong East Coaster, planning a trip to a national park out West is intimidating, even for an experienced traveler like me, who, as an edito...

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What started out as a way to get my son to try new foods opened up a world of adventure for my family
Last winter, as my then-9-year old son, Leopold, and I were prepping for a mom-son ski trip to Keystone, Colorado, I came up with a rule: We would say yes to everything as much as feasibly possible while on vacation. You see, Leopold is a picky eater—he subsists only on chicken nuggets and yogurt—and can be hesitant to try new things. According to him, it’s because he has ...

Stumped by what to get your sweetheart? Pick up one of these Valentine's gifts for her. Cupid would approve.
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Only the best Valentine’s gifts for her
Valentine’s Day is a great time to show her you love her, but the pressure to find th...

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Ready to DIY your pup’s haircuts instead of making monthly trips to the dog groomers? A dog grooming kit will be your new best friend (right after your pooch, of course). These come with everything you need to trim your dog’s coat from head to tail. Before breaking out the clippers, be sure to ask your vet or current groomer f...

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Like their humans, dogs need to exercise, eat right, and practice good dental hygiene—including regular toothbrushing. You’ll have to help them with that last part, of course. The right dog toothpaste and a toothbrush are key to taking care of your dog’s teeth and gums.
Here, the best toothbrushes for dogs available online.
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These mini vacations offer big fun on a tight timetable. We've rounded up choices all around the country, so a fabulous vacation is always right around the corner, even if you only have a day or two.
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While all travel is wonderful, these destinations just may be the most magical places on Earth.
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A passion for travel
I’ve been lucky enough to travel to 60 countries on every continent, save Antarctica. They’ve been large like China and tiny like Vatican City. Sometimes I go for in-depth visits of a month or more, and sometimes I’ve just had a small introduction, thanks to a Viking or Windstar cruise. There are none I wouldn’t go back to and several I love so much that I...

While it's nice to be noticed, this isn't the kind of attention you want. Here's what to avoid if you want to fly through security.
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You’re on the TSA’s radar
You’re walking through security at the airport when suddenly the TSA agent gives you that look. You know the one: It’s the one that means your bag is going to be swiftly removed from the lineup to be checked, the one that means you are going to be stalled in security for another 10 minutes while every single it...

The Most Magical Place on Earth is celebrating its golden anniversary in 2021. Learn how you can get in on the fun.
Walt Disney World officially hits the big 5-0 on October 1, and as you would expect, the celebration is going to be a big one! For starters, the Disney World 50th anniversary celebration won’t be limited to just one day or even a single month but rather a full 18 months. That’s right—guests can celebrate Disney’s 50th anniversary from October 1, 2021, through mid-2023 in what is...

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Get ready to shift into gear and roll across America with our in-depth guide to everything you need to know about road trips.
From sea to shining sea and through amber waves of grain, America the Beautiful has lush scenery and colorful culture just waiting to ...

Keeping the Disney magic going while at sea takes more than a few tricks. These are Disney Cruise Line’s best-kept secrets.

Every birth story is unique. In our series, “My Birth Story,” we’ve asked moms from all over the world to share their experiences of how they welcomed their little ones into the world. Here, you'll find a range of stories, from moms who delivered vaginally or via C-section, alone or surrounded by family, even some moms who gave birth in under an hour. Their perspectives may all be different — but each one powerfully illustrates the emotion and beauty of giving birth.
When I first found out I ...

You may have heard your eco-loving friend tout the benefits of a baking soda alternative toothpaste, or your Paleo-obsessed pal talk about “dirt” toothpaste. Maybe you've even seen a sea salt-based paste at your favorite natural food store, or heard that toothpastes exist with unexpected ingredients like wasabi. It's starting to sound like you can brush your teeth with just about anything these days. But do these alt-oral care products actually clean your teeth and prevent cavities?
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Whether you’re a newbie to the paleo diet or a dedicated devotee, it can be challenging to follow the eating plan’s rigid rules. Not only are you advised to steer clear of all processed foods, dairy, added sugars, and grains — all with the aim of eating like our caveman ancestors — but ideally, you should be eating ...