Lynn O'Rourke Hayes, Boston Herald

Lynn O'Rourke Hayes

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Past articles by Lynn:

It’s not too soon to start planning future vacations

Even if it’s too soon for your family to travel, putting a plan in place can raise spirits all around. → Read More

How to raise kids who love the great outdoors

In an era when fresh air is favored, it may be an ideal time to nurture your family's interest in the natural world. → Read More

Family travel five: Fall getaways

It's the season to harvest new travel plans. Here are five ideas for your next Fall getaway. → Read More

Family travel five: Enjoy the vibe in these great college football towns

You don't have to be present for game day to appreciate the enthusiastic ambience of a great football town. Here are five places that may appeal to the sports fans → Read More

Get hooked on these 5 great vacation spots for fly-fishing

Take part in a family fly-fishing adventure and you'll wake up in some of the country's most pristine places. → Read More

5 reasons to travel as a family

The freedom to travel is something to savor. Here are five reasons why family travel matters. → Read More

Family travel five: Cool pools and water parks

Diving boards and the deep end have been replaced by daredevil drops and surf zones. Here are five places where you and the family can splash together in cool pools → Read More

Family travel five: No time like the present to take the much-needed vacation

Have you been putting off making plans for that week at the beach, the trip to the mountains or the often discussed and never scheduled dude ranch adventure? Time's a → Read More

Family travel five: If you are looking for a historic vacation, take a hike

The National Water Trails System, a network of 22 rivers, lakes and other waterway trails, designated as such by the U.S. Department of Interior, offers families recreational opportunities and history → Read More

Family travel five: On your next vacation, think outside the box

Planning your next family vacation? Turn the tables and try something new and different. Here are five ideas to consider: 1. Trade a ritzy resort for the backcountry: Family camping → Read More

Family travel five: Book a trip to some page-turning venues

A good book can transport us to magical places and encourage exploration. Here five examples that may inspire your travels. 1. The stories of Jack London, Glen Ellen, Calif.: Channel → Read More

Family travel five: Check out some unusual, educational museums

Expand your mind and stretch your imagination in a museum. Here are five to consider: 1. Museum of the West, Scottsdale, Ariz.: Your family can steep in the culture, history → Read More

Family travel five: Destinations for upcoming vacation

It's time to put a family vacation on the calendar. Here are five ideas to consider: ___ 1. Moab, Utah Sample the wonders of red rock country during a four-day, → Read More

Family travel five: Take them out to a ballgame

Take the family out to a ballgame. If you love baseball, these crackerjack spots belong on your roster: ___ 1. Cactus League, Scottsdale, Ariz. Every spring, since 1947, this Southwestern → Read More

Family travel five: Play it safe heading to great outdoors

Heading into the back country, to your favorite national park or recreation area? Before you go, give your skills, gear and local intel a tuneup. You'll want to play it → Read More

Family travel five: Making memories that last

Make family travel memories this year. Here are five destinations to consider: ___ 1. Northern Arizona The Grand Canyon National Park is celebrating a big birthday in 2019. So why → Read More

Family travel five: Getting your fill with an EAT vacation

One of the hottest trends in travel is EAT vacations. We’re not talking about tours with celebrity chefs. → Read More

Family travel five: 5 places to dive into mermaid folklore

Discover the myths and mysteries that are part of mermaid folklore around the world. → Read More

Some tips on how to make this experience eclipse all others

On Monday, the United States will experience its first total solar eclipse in 99 years. → Read More

Family travel five: 5 mountain towns to consider

Mountain towns in summer offer fresh air for hiking and fishing, music under the stars, great dining and active pursuits for all ages. → Read More