It’s spring vacation time, and there are lots of families on the airplanes. More and more families are realizing and appreciating the experiences that travel add to life.

Just the other day I was chatting with a family who were getting away for a little beach vacation: Mom, Dad, three kids, and their two dogs. Two dogs? Yes, it seems that as more and more hotels are accommodating pets, families are bringing them along on vacations.

I’m an animal lover myself, but ...