In Texas, not far from Travelocity’s headquarters, a fantastic foodie scene is blossoming in the Wild West town of Roanoke, once a popular pit stop for cowboys and cattle drivers.  While a modern-day visit to Roanoke will satiate you every culinary desire from Tex Mex, to hearth-baked pizzas to family-style fried chicken, when it’s old-fashioned frontier food that Travelocity locals are after, they head to Reno Red’s.

Multigenerational family vacations are growing increasingly popular, but planning for these events can be stressful. Please join us in welcoming Nancy Schretter from the Family Travel Network to The Window Seat.  She shares twelve family travel tips that can help make your next multigenerational family vacation the best ever.

1. Consider health, safety and personality issues. Plan a multigenerational vacation that will match the needs and interests of all ages rather than one designed solely to cater to the grandchildren. Be honest about the preferences and limitations of all participants and keep their activity, diet and health restrictions in mind.

The greenest time of the year is just around the corner – and no, we’re not referring to spring, although that is too!

Originally a holy day in Ireland, it wasn’t long before St. Patrick’s Day was synonymous with celebrating all things Irish, making it one of the most spirited and celebrated holidays of the year.  And while we’d all love to visit the “emerald isle” itself to partake in the festivities, don’t worry,   St. Patrick’s Day celebrations span the globe, and can be just as “sham-rocking.”

We’ve gathered 10 great St. Patty’s Day getaway destinations – truly channelling the spirit and diversity of Irish pride.

Florida’s sunny western coast has an ideal setting along the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, a beach-perfect subtropical climate, incredible sand and surf, and plenty of activities to keep every traveler happy. Check out these 5 great destinations on the peaceful and affordable Gulf Coast portion of western Florida for a perfect beach vacation.

The aptly named Big Island is the biggest, although not the most developed, of Hawaii’s islands. It offers spectacular natural beauty with 11 of the possible 13 weather climates represented on the island —  you can see snow on Mauna Kea, feel rainforest drizzle in Hawi, and bask in hot sunshine in Kona in the same morning — and plenty of opportunities for adventure activities. So book a Big Island hotel and get ready for some “big” island adventures.

It’s always sunny in San Diego, or so it seems, with an average temperature of 75 degrees. Maybe it’s the abundant sunshine, but San Diego seems to bring out the best in families and family activities. Book a Travelocity San Diego hotel and pack your bags for family fun!

(Photo courtesy of Hotel Del Coronado)

1. Check out the wild, wild life at San Diego Zoo, whose incredible conservation program includes caring for rare giant pandas and massive swimming polar bears. The exemplary natural settings include an incredible walk-through, multi-level monkey habitat.

Looking for that great last minute gift? Have you thought of giving the gift of travel this holiday season? Our resident travel expert in Canada, Brian Simpson, has some tips to help you out.

With most airlines charging $25 for the first checked bag, many travelers are looking to carryon bags for their travels. To both make the most of your overhead space and sail through security, follow these tips for packing a carryon like a pro:

Trying to find a great price for your next flight? Try using an alternate airport to your usual first choice. By searching more than one airport, you’ll have more flights, and possibly also airlines, to choose from, which often translates into cheaper seat options. And who knows, you may also find a great new airport to call your own.

Getting ready to fly with the family? Don’t despair, help is here. We have tips for everything from apps to Ziplocs to make flying with kids as easy as child’s play:

Travel mistakes cost time and money: They start with shopping for a flight and continue right up to the day of departure. Travelocity’s Thanksgiving Task Force has monitored the nation’s busiest airports every Thanksgiving for more than a decade and found there are 10 travel mistakes that rear their ugly heads time and time again.

Please welcome to The Window Seat Nancy Schretter, the Founder and Managing Editor of the award-winning Family Travel Network.

Putting kids on a plane alone is a stress-inducing experience for most parents. If you’re making plans to let your kids fly solo, here are a few tips to follow from the Family Travel Network:

1. Check out airline report cards. Research airlines’ complaint and unaccompanied minor records carefully and avoid airlines that have had problems in the past.