Kara Williams
Kara Williams is a longtime journalist, having worn many different hats in her 20-year editorial career--newspaper reporter, corporate copyeditor and magazine editor to name a few.
An avid traveler since childhood, she regularly visits the East and West coasts from her land-locked state of Colorado, just to get semi-annual "beach fixes." Hawaii and Mexico are other favorite sun-and-sand destinations.
Married with two young children, Kara tries to alternate her vacations among family trips, romantic getaways with her husband and weekend escapes with friends (preferably involving spa treatments, wine and lots of girl talk). Whether it's an off-the-beaten-path destination or a wildly popular Orlando theme park, she enjoys all types of vacations and typically has two or three trips in the works at any given time.
Kara's travel-related articles have appeared in Every Day with Rachael Ray, Dallas Morning News, Denver Post, Porthole Cruise Magazine, 5280 (Denver's city magazine), Denver Life, Aspen Sojourner, Mountain Parent, Chesapeake Family and Aviation for Women.
Online you can find her at Grandparents.com, GoColorado.com, FamilyVacationCritic.com and Fodors.com. She edits AffordableTours.com's Travel Guide, blogs with her friends about all things related to travel at TheVacationGals.com and reviews travel gear at PracticalTravelGear.com.
Kara is a member of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW). Please learn more about her, including multiple writing awards she's won, at her personal website. Or follow her Kara on Twitter: @karasw.
Latest Articles
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Sightseeing Tours in New York City
With so much to see and do in the Big Apple, it's not a bad idea to pay for a sightseeing tour to pack in several landmarks in a short amount of time.
May 12, 2009
- Kara Williams
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Three Best Family Activities in Indianapolis
There are world-class attractions for the entire family to enjoy in the capital city of Indiana, where kids can have fun on vacation, and even learn a little, too.
May 12, 2009
- Kara Williams
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DesBarres Manor Inn & Osprey Shores Golf Resort
Travelers planning to explore Atlantic Canada, should consider staying at this luxury B&B or oceanfront golf property from Authentic Seacoast Resorts.
May 5, 2009
- Kara Williams
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Miami's EPIC Hotel Beckons Sophisticated Guests
A new-build, high-rise property, EPIC Hotel has a premier spot on the edge of the Miami River and Biscane Bay. The Kimpton property has 411 rooms and a private marina.
May 5, 2009
- Kara Williams
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Oregon Beach Vacation for Families
With a nine-mile stretch of beach, Cannon Beach invites families to fly kites, build sandcastles and play in the ocean on a summer vacation in northwest Oregon.
Apr 29, 2009
- Kara Williams
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What's New in Branson, Missouri, for Summer 2009
Branson, Missouri, offers entertainment for the whole family, from live shows to outdoor fun in the Ozarks to a world-class theme park. Here's what's new this summer.
Apr 27, 2009
- Kara Williams
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Bioluminescent Bay Kayaking Tours in Puerto Rico
Vacationing in Puerto Rico? Don't miss the otherworldly experience of kayaking through Laguna Grande to view glowing organisms.
Apr 23, 2009
- Kara Williams
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New Klutz Activity Books for Summer Travel
Just in time for summer road trips and plane rides, activity-book publisher Klutz unveils some fun new products for school-age kids. Here are three favorites.
Apr 21, 2009
- Kara Williams
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Fun Easter Morning Activities for Children
Here are three things the Easter Bunny can do to entertain and surprise children on Easter Sunday morning.
Apr 7, 2009
- Kara Williams
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Varied Fitness Classes at Rancho La Puerta Spa
At Rancho La Puerta destination spa in Tecate, Baja California, easy to challenging fitness classes are offered to guests on the hour throughout much of the day.
Jan 31, 2009
- Kara Williams
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