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USA: Southeast - Santa Trains and Holiday Lights.
Looking for a quick, fun holiday family adventure? Find a train and climb aboard. From Alabama, North Carolina and Georgia to South Carolina, Arkansas and Tennessee storybook travel is pure fun, and during the winter months traditional “Santa Trains,” and miles of twinkling lights make enjoying Christmas even better. At many stations the family holiday tradition includes The Polar Express based on the book. Featured below you will find our favorite train excursions for families and a few places to view awesome holiday lights. All aboard!
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Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, Family Reunions - Togethering in the Smoky Mountains.
Families often find themselves time zones apart from family and friends, add to that balancing hectic school and work schedules and getting together anywhere takes planning. Togethering, another way to say reunion, is becoming more popular each year. Pigeon Forge, in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, takes some of the extra effort out of the planning part. They have a Reunion Consultant who takes care of the details and makes the idea of togethering in the mountains sound easy and lots of fun.
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Advice: Planning a Family Reunion Can Be Stressful and Daunting or Fun and Easy.
Staying connected isn't as easy as it used to be. As the geographic distances grow between family members the need to schedule time to get together to have becomes a bigger deal than three decades ago. The idea, while worthy, will take time, effort and patience. Basically it comes down to this. Keep it simple and communicate, communicate, communicate. If it is not going to be fun, why do it?
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USA: Southeast, Best Corn Mazes and Fall Festivals for Families 2008.
From Georgia and Tennessee to Arkansas, farms, villages and towns are creating seasonal festivals that frame natural works of art. Clever and fun, corn is not just for breakfast anymore. Perhaps the ultimate integration of eco tourism and mainstream entertainment, each corn maze location provides uniquely themed entertainment. Carve a pumpkin or stuff a scarecrow; ride on a wagon full of hay or bob for apples, make time for fun.
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USA: Southeast, Tracking Dinosaurs on Vacation.
Dino fanatics of all ages found their interest in the magnificent prehistoric reptiles rekindled with the ABC Mega Series of Dinotopia, based one of my favorite childhood books. Luckily nearly everyone in North America is within a short drive of ancient “lizards” and mammals.
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USA: Southeast, Family Reunions and Gatherings.
Thinking of a family reunion? We know each family has its own personality so we a have a rich variety of suggestions with one thing in common; they are family friendly and ready to create the best reunion ever. Anytime and any season togethering is worth the effort, just to add to the family memories. We have discovered the best reunion spots from Virginia Beach to Pigeon Forge and Scott Valley Ranch in Arkansas.
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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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Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, Family Vacation Ideas Skydiving, Shopping and Zorbing with Teens.
Traveling with teens isn’t often easy – their desire for independence prove problematic, especially on vacation. Pigeon Forge holds the key to a successful family vacation with teens. Few places offer a range of activities for all ages, especially teens notorious for thrill-seeking but Pigeon Forge, with the newest thrill craze zorbing and as always the amazing rides at Dollywood, meets the teen vacation challenge.
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Tennessee: Townsend, KOA – Campfire Chats, Trout Fishing and Tubing.
Families enjoy staying at Townsend because it is safe friendly and peaceful. Located in the shadows of the marvelous Smokey Mountains, the town is on the quiet side when compared to neighboring Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge but no less rewarding. It’s the closest entrance to Cades Cove and the ideal launching spot for days filled with activities including kayaking, river tubing, fly fishing, golfing, hiking, biking shopping and even geocaching.
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Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, Spring Break Family Vacation Ideas – Dinosaurs, Go Carts, and Shopping for Bargains.
Need a break? Looking for fun with no hassles? Pigeon Forge has a spunky charm, a friendly mountain spirit and plenty of ways to enjoy time away with the kids. Imagine sunshine and fresh mountain air; think sweatshirts and sneakers; have fun and make memories. The order of the day is easy-paced and fun with no long lines, and oodles of bargains to be discovered. From trout fishing and miniature golf to wildflower walks and entertainment geared to families, the choices are plentiful.
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Tennessee: French Broad Outpost Ranch,
All-inclusive and family friendly, the wranglers and staff create a near perfect ranch holiday for all ages. They pay attention to the details making it easy for guests to relax, have fun and build memories.
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Tennessee: Memphis, The Berenstain Bears in 2007.
Read the books and see the bears, what could be better? Growing Up With The Berenstain Bears makes a stop at The Children’s Museum of Memphis January 27-May 13, 2007. This traveling exhibition is based on the well-known books and beloved family by the same name, The Berenstain Bears. Visitors will meet Mama, Papa, Brother and Sister Bear as they explore the fun and engaging environment.
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Tennessee: Nashville, Family Vacation Ideas.
Known by many as "Music City USA”, the city offers much more for families. Go for the music and mix up the activities. From art and nature to live music and multicultural events, the vacation choices are one-of-a-kind and the stuff for building memories. Ride the BlueMax at the Science Center; go on a “Critter Encounter” at the zoo or visit the new Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum.
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Tennessee: Memphis, Family Vacation Ideas.
An urban holiday with oodles of discoveries from Pandas and being in the Pink to giant stuffed polar bears and bright red fire engines. Memphis delivers for families plenty of fun stuff. Comfortable and family friendly, the city presents entertainment and history with zest. Where else can you hear the sounds of Beale Street or engage in the drama of Elvis? We have assembled a family vacation action list so you may create your own urban adventure in Memphis.
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