A tour of Colonial sites can blow the dust off history lessons, especially for kids, who love to watch history repeat itself in living re-creations. Story [Photo: Colonial Williamsburg Foundation]

Traversing the generation gap
Extended families turn trips into reunions, and grandparents take the grandkids along on vacation. Multigenerational travel is opening up new paths of discovery and commerce.

Where the rapids take you
A father-daughter kayaking lesson in North Carolina teaches the basics of maneuvering through the river and along the rush of parenting.

St. Lucia is a family kind of place
From grandparents to babies, this island offers something for everyone. And the special kids' programs at many resorts keep the most restive members busy and amused while the adults play.