Colorado: Aspen, The Gant - Fit Family Summer Scavenger Hunt.
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.
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Tours: Thomson Family Adventures Amazing Vacations for Families.
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.
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West Virginia: Lansing, Class VI River Time on the Gauley and the New with Kids.
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.
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Vermont: Smugglers’ Notch, Smuggs’ Resort , Summertime Family Fun - Mountain Boarding, Via Ferrata, and Segways.
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.
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South Carolina: Myrtle Beach, South Strand Family Vacation Ideas – Marsh Walks, Atalaya Castle, and Sunrise on a Vintage Beach.
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.
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Florida: Kissimmee, Family Vacation Ideas - Hike, Ride a Horse and Get Face to Face with a Gator.
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.
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Virginia: Virginia Beach, Discovering the Secret Side - Green and Serene.
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 Bush 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.
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USA: Southwest, Family Camps Just for Fun.
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.
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Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, Vacation on the Wild Side - Hiking, Fishing and Zorbing.
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.
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North Carolina: Outer Banks Rodanthe, Cape Hatteras KOA - Beach, Wind and Waves.
A family camping vacation on Cape Hatteras is all about being in, around and on the water. From beachcombing, swimming, surfing and kayaking to jet skiing, sailing, wind surfing and parasailing enjoying the moment is easy. Add to the list a cozy campfire, stargazing, kite flying, bird watching, the Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk and at least one awesome lighthouse and your family vacation is set.
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California: Santa Cruz / Monterey, KOA – Campfires, Beach Time and a Mechanical Surfboard.
California’s Central Coast has miles of beaches and is world famous for its surfing at the surf spot known as “Steamer Lane”. Not just for the surfing crowd, the area also offers forests, farm land and wineries as well as exceptional spots for hiking, biking, camping, and birding. The pace is easy with art, theatre, music, shopping and dining providing a rich mix of vacation options. Have an adventure at Monterey Bay Aquarium; enjoy time along Santa Cruz Boardwalk; take a boat safari from Moss Landing. Finding fun stuff for a family vacation is easy.
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Virginia: Virginia Beach, KOA - Banana Bikes, Ice Cream Socials and Campfire Nights.
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.
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USA: KOA, Wagon Rides, a Jumping Pillow and Movies-Under-the-Stars.
Camping is just not the same anymore, at least not at Kampgrounds of America (a.k.a. KOA). In case you have not been watching KOA locations have been making some changes which have plenty of appeal to families. In addition to maintaining their standard of excellence they are fostering fun for all ages. Of course anyone would expect campfires and s’mores but now the list has personality. From waterslides and trout ponds to wagon rides and a “Jumping Pillow” the KOA camping locations have their act together when it comes to providing the fun stuff.
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Maine: Bar Harbor KOA – Whale Watching, Lobster Cookouts and Acadia National Park.
Located on the east side of Mt. Desert Island, Bar Harbor is surrounded by Acadia National Park. A stonewall frames the tree-covered road leading to the enchanting town of Bar Harbor, and dramatically beautiful Park. This rocky coastal stretch is punctuated by trees, pastures, delightful pocket beaches, and soaring granite cliffs. Wildlife is plentiful and the sunrises awesome.
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USA: Family Camps West of the Mississippi River.
There are family camps to fit all family types. Some are pure camps that allow adults along with kids and some are hybrids that are really resorts with great activity programs. Some of the best are connected with museums and universities. All create opportunities for families to enjoy each other while having fun while someone else takes care of the details.
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USA: Northeast, Family Camps Just for Fun.
The idea of being a kid again, even if only for a week, is enticing to many of us who manage lists, schedules, money and time. Family camp requires no management skills and there are family camps to fit all family types. Spend August in Maine listening to the pines or try yoga with the kids in Vermont. Learn to sail with your teen off Annapolis or share traditional English and American dance techniques in Massachusetts.
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