Family Adventure Vacations -- Go Wild with Kids

Sleigh rides amidst thousands of elk wintering in Wyoming; trolley tours of bison roaming newly restored prairie in Colorado; a drive along lakes and marshes in Florida where alligators are commonly seen. These are just some of the opportunities national wildlife refuges offer visitors who want to see charismatic wild animals in their natural habitats. [Read More]

Consider a whale watching family adventure in Baja’s Magdalena Bay with guaranteed whale sightings, chance to touch a whale. Or plan a spring break to Loreto on the Baja’s Sea of Cortez with whales, dolphins, and sea lions. [Read More]

The Atlantic Coastal waters just off the Chesapeake Bay provide a comfortable wintering home for hundreds of humpback and fin whales. Their annual appearance provides an excellent field trip opportunity. What better place to show your kids nature at its best? Grab you sweatshirts and old sneakers and head for the beach. [Read More]

Created for parents who wish to share time with their children and to experience Canada’s legendary Inside Passage in comfort and style, this lodge based trip offers all the wilderness benefits but without tents or inflatable air mattresses. Daily excursions include paddling into the intricate network of waterways surrounding the many islands that make up God’s Pocket Provincial Park. [Read More]

Taking a break from the often hectic holiday season means finding fun in small doses and we have assembled our annual mini holiday adventures for your review. From riding the marvelous Polar Express to enjoying miles of magical lights we have plenty of yuletide excursions to make enjoying season with family and friends more fun. [Read More]

One of the easiest ways to escape the madness of the holidays is to latch on to a family tour. The family adventures described below are all available during the Christmas or winter school break. I have highlighted a few unique memory making itineraries. Follow the links included to several more. Think of the following short descriptions as gift wrapping for a family adventure. The ideas described themselves read like a special present just waiting to be unwrapped. [Read More]

Create a field trip for the whole family and begin in Central Florida. In addition to theme park thrills, Kissimmee offers visitors plenty of unforgettable “real Florida” adventures to make any family vacation or holiday getaway super. Imagine watching alligators, skimming to marsh on an airboat, seeing a working cattle ranch, taking a sunset cruise, horseback riding and feeding goats. It’s easy to find something new each day like a never ending field trip with the kids - the perfect reason to choose Kissimmee as your Florida family vacation base. [Read More]

How cool is it to take a break from a crazy household schedule, have some fun and learn something new in the process? It’s the perfect souvenir from a holiday and for parents or grandparents wishing to share experiences, make memories, and nurture bonds it is even better. Virginia Beach is the spot to learn to surf; learn to kayak; learn to cook; learn to golf. The learning is easy for families. [Read More]

Virginia Beach is a classic American family vacation destination defined by 28 miles of beautiful public beach and three miles of boardwalk, classic fishing piers, water parks and mini golf, oodles of eateries, remarkable museums, pristine natural areas, eclectic shops, innovative theatre and energizing music. Add sunshine and the marvelous Atlantic Ocean and you have the recipe for a perfect Virginia Beach camping vacation. [Read More]

A summer family vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains means cool nights, sunny days, natural beauty and a dozen ways to enjoy being in the wild. We have had the good fortune to experience the natural beauty that surrounds Pigeon Forge and enjoy the lively, friendly atmosphere of the mountains. In reality, it is hard to beat summer in the mountains. We have assembled an action list for a terrific family vacation including the newest adventure – the Zorb. We have assembled an action list for a terrific family vacation. [Read More]

Imagine gently gather two kids and two adults, sprinkle a little sunshine on a mountain-peak blue skyline, revel in the laughter as you scramble throughout town in search of fun and adventure, and end a busy day snuggled softly into a comfy bed. Fresh air, fun activities and togetherness all in one summer family vacation package. [Read More]

Get away, have fun, create memories. Thompson offers family adventure vacations created by families for families. Just imagine hiking in a Costa Rican cloud forest, cruising the Galapagos Islands, marveling at the Pyramids of Giza or witnessing the amazing wildlife of Tanzania, counting stars in Morocco or shopping in Portugal. They make the good stuff happen on vacation. [Read More]

It is common knowledge that Virginia Beach has an impressive Boardwalk, energizing free concerts, public fishing piers, terrific theatre, great restaurants and miles of beach ideal for any family vacation. It I also obvious that getting to Busch Gardens or Williamsburg for a day is easy,so practically speaking, the place is a one-size-fits-all-family vacation spot. But did you know that there is a secret side - quiet, green and tranquil? On our day adventure we made the discovery. [Read More]

West Virginia is a surprising place filled with awesome natural adventures, affordable sleeping places and quirky one-of-a-kind restaurants. Mostly mountains, trees, friendly people and best of all crazy rivers with world-class white water, it makes an ideal family vacation spot. And any family vacation in West Virginia should include a few rapids if only to give your kids bragging rights. Class VI river runners offer terrific options for river time with kids. [Read More]

No crowds, no stress, the area may be enjoyed in all seasons but is most lively during the summer season. It is a secret family vacation spot with cabins, B & Bs, lodges and resorts tucked away in the woods by lakes and streams or at the edge of a flower covered meadow. Some roads have no names and every other car has a boat or a canoe. Lakes yield fish and nights make star gazing exceptional - no schedules required, having fun is easy. [Read More]

Bask on the sugary sands of Cumberland, Jekyll, Sea and St. Simons Islands; go sea kayaking; bike along island pathways; play golf and practice tennis; visit historic Fort Fredrica; try turtle trekking and stargazing; kayak along secret water trails; sip luscious peach iced tea; relax at a spa or celebrate the sunset. We have made a list of the fun stuff. [Read More]

Try an all-terrain Segway; climb a rock wall, run a rope bridge, follow the Via Ferrata; canoe the lake, try diggerling, or go dog-carting . Being edgy is what makes Smugglers' unique within the family vacation niche. They take pride in offering a total summer vacation experience which includes evrything you would normally expect pools, hikes, bikes, music, and dancing plus the latest in fun, like Segways, diggerling, disc golf and geocaching. [Read More]

The southern section of Carolina’s Grand Strand includes beach communities with distinctly Southern charm and style. Only a short drive north to the action, they remain on the quiet side, framed by picturesque marshes, embraced by gentle waves and soft sea breezes. The communities include: Surfside, garden City Beach, Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach and Pawley’s Island. Day adventures from any of these communities to Georgetown, Mt. Pleasant or even Charleston are easy. [Read More]

Raft the Middle Salmon in Idaho, hike through a Costa Rican cloud forest; sail the Agean Sea along the coast of Turkey or cruise among the Galapagos Islands, the choices are perfect for an earth friendly family adventure. [Read More]

There are family vacation camps to fit all family types. Some are pure camps which include parents or grandparents along with kids; some are hybrids that are really resorts with great activity programs, but all make it easy to be a kid with the kids. Imagine interacting with sea lions in Texas, taking a moonlight swim in New Mexico or listening to a frontier story in Oklahoma. Plan on making a few one-of-a-kind family memories. [Read More]

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