Have you been considering planning and going on a heritage tour to expand your family history experience and knowledge? Read on for expert tips from our partner at Norfolk Tours to make sure you don't go unprepared! Tourism and travel have always been essential to the world economy, with tourism reaching record levels in 2023 worldwide. However, a new segment of the travel industry, heritage travel, is considered one of the fastest-growing segments in the industry, equating to a $171 billion … [Read more...]
RootsTech 2024 Genealogy Research Conference Recap
RootsTech, the world’s largest genealogy research conference, can be such a blur with all the classes, talks, and conversations. How are you integrating all of the useful information you gathered? We certainly loved getting to know some of you and hearing about what brick walls you’re working on. We’re always here to help you get through that next challenging hurdle. In the meantime, here’s what we’re taking away with us from such a successful RootsTech genealogy conference: LTG Facebook … [Read more...]
Legacy Tree Genealogists RootsTech 2024 Schedule
RootsTech 2024 in Salt Lake City, Utah from Thursday February 29th - Saturday March 2nd. The theme this year is Remember, and we invite you all to join, learn, and remember your ancestors. Check out the RootsTech Legacy Tree Genealogists schedule of events below, and be sure to stop by our booth (#1619) and say hello! RootsTech is the world’s largest family history conference. With hundreds of classes to choose from and keynote speakers like comedian Henry Cho, Lynne M. Jackson, and Nancy … [Read more...]
Best Genealogy Websites For Different Research Scenarios
Looking for the best genealogy websites? In this article, we'll help get you started depending on your specific questions and needs. Shouldn’t a simple question such as “What is the best genealogy website?” have a simple, straightforward answer? Clearly, it will depend on your genealogy question and your research goals. What are your needs, goals, and budget? Here are some questions to ask yourself: • Do you prefer to use free websites? • Are you willing to spring for a … [Read more...]
How To Prove The Exact Nature of Misattributed Parentage With DNA Testing
This article was originally published in National Genealogy Society Magazine as “Broken Branches: Detecting Cases of Misattributed Parentage with DNA Evidence,” and is republished here with permission. DNA testing can sometimes uncover unexpected cases of misattributed parentage along the ancestral lines of a test taker or matches. As a result, entire limbs of a proposed family tree may be broken off and may need to be replaced through research and exploration of the biological … [Read more...]
How To Accurately Interpret DNA Test Results
DNA has become an integral part of personal genealogy research, and knowing how to accurately interpret DNA test results can be complicated. We’ve compiled the basics of our best DNA articles to give you an overview of different genetic genealogy concepts you’ll need to know to accurately expand your family tree. Read this article and enjoy the free downloadable eBook to start your journey towards mastering genetic genealogy. How To Understand Your Closest Autosomal DNA Matches Autosomal DNA … [Read more...]
How To Organize Your Personal Genealogy Research
Personal genealogy research can be an exhilarating journey, unearthing stories and connections that span generations. However, this pursuit can become overwhelming without proper organization, leading to confusion and missed opportunities. Whether you're a seasoned genealogist or just starting down this path, implementing effective organizational strategies is essential for maintaining clarity and maximizing your discoveries. Here's a guide to help you organize your genealogy research … [Read more...]
Best Genealogy Videos of 2023
One of the best things about genealogy is that there really is not stopping point. Once you reach one goal, there's another brick wall to break through, another family line to research, another story to learn about an ancestor. A life filled with genealogy filled life is a never ending adventure. As part of this adventure, we love to support your learning and growth as a genealogist through our YouTube channel. Whether you do family history research for fun or as a profession, we know there … [Read more...]