Family Vacations Directory - Western Edge

USAWEsternEdgeFamily vacation spots: Palm Springs, Long Beach, Santa Barbara, Monterrey, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Catalina Island, San Diego, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, the Olympic Peninsula, Mount Hood, Mount St. Helen and Yosemite. Family vacation activities: camping, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, wrangling, whitewater rafting, surfing, swimming, beach combing, fishing, whale watching, ranch stays, pow-wows, skiing, snow-boarding, snowmobiling, living history, art museums, theatre under the stars, music festivals, spas, shopping, baseball, rodeos, Universal Studios and Disney. (Image from Ojai Resort and Spa.)

Western Edge by States:

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California: Lake Tahoe, The Resort Squaw Creek - Mountain Hiking, Golf, and a Waterslide.

Ride on an exclusive chairlift; swim in one of three heated pools; slide down a 120-foot water slide; play 18 on a championship golf course; bike along the Truckee River bike path to Tahoe City; trails around Squaw Valley's peaks; spend the day at the spa; ski, skate or sled once the snow arrives. [Read More]

Washington: Seattle, Family Vacation Ideas – Science Things, Orca Whales, and Lively Theatre for Kids.

This city displays an amazing amount of creative energy and makes vacationing with kids a delight. Beginning with Pike Place Market offering plenty of lively entertainment, spunky restaurants, candy, books, flowers, gifts, and fish, the city makes for a lively urban family adventure. Surrounded by natural beauty it offers unique activities including arts and music as well as science, history and just pure fun. Visit the original Starbucks; cruise the bay; sample sushi; watch saltwater taffy being made; ride a mono rail. We have a list to make planning the fun easier. [Read More]

California: Tahoe, Family Vacation Ideas – Summer Mountain Hikes, Cool Shakespeare, and Water Sports.

Even in the summer months snow drapes the craggy Sierra Nevada Mountains framing the magical blue of Lake Tahoe. Spanning two states, California and Nevada, the lake and surrounding area provide sun-kissed days, awesome sunsets, starry nights and Nevada-style nightlife. From hiking and backpacking to mountain biking, kayaking and sailing, the choices are endless. Try horseback riding or go fly fishing; arrange a boat tour or ascend in a hot-air balloon; escape by jeep or relax at a spa, summer in the mountains at the lake is the best. [Read More]

Cruises: Carnival Fun Ships, Family Cruising - Activity Walls, Water Parks and Camp Carnival.

If you are planning a family vacation and want to make sure your kids will have other kids to connect with Carnival may be your answer. The number of children vacationing this year aboard Carnival Cruise Lines’ “Fun Ships,” is expected to reach 600,000 – a six-fold increase from just 12 years ago. [Read More]

California: San Diego, Family Vacation Ideas - Lions and Galaxies and Beaches, Oh My!

Imagine sunshine and sea breezes, starry nights and seahorse secrets, lions roaring and whales splashing. Then add a luscious California morning mist waking the sun, a picnic by the sea, few Pacific sunsets and a perfect family vacation has been created. San Diego is sweatshirts and sunscreen; ice cream and tacos. San Diego is fun for families of all ages. [Read More]

USA: Western Edge, Best Beach Spots for a Family Vacation.

Just as no two families are alike, no two beaches match the perfect beach formula. Except for sand, sun and water with an occasional fish or seabird which are fairly standard the options for fun remain varied. At the best beaches along the western edge of the USA you will find Pacific sunsets, miles of sand, rocks and surf, sandcastles, sea winds, kites, beach volleyball, music, occasional boardwalk loaded with amusements and Tillamook Cheese. [Read More]

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.   [Read More]

California: Lodi/Stockton, Delta KOA – Gold Panning, Wakeboarding and Movies under the Stars.

Sitting between the High Sierras and the Pacific Ocean, the Delta Region of California has more than 1,000 miles of waterways dotted with islands some accessible by auto and many more accessible by boat. It’s an ideal spot for a family vacation which includes plenty of water stuff – swimming, sailing, wakeboarding, fishing and motoring. Add to that gold panning and living history events. The fun is easy. [Read More]

USA: Western Edge, Best Corn Mazes and Fall Festivals for Families.

From San Diego to Seattle seasonal festivals make the weekend awesome. Mazes provide unique signatures as the lunar calendar ends the calendar year. Escape and run through a corn maze and tap your feet to a banjo; make a wreath of heater; sample local honey; carve a pumpkin or stuff a scarecrow; ride on a wagon full of hay or bob for apples, make time for fun. [Read More]

USA: Western Edge, Family Camps Just for Fun.

Ever been a tad jealous when reading about the fun planned for you kids at summer sleepover camp? You are not alone. The good news is there are family camps to fit all family types and some of the best are in the west. Imagine kayaking with dolphins off the California coast or fort-building under giant sequoias. Try river rafting with the kids or watch elk graze at sunset. From square dancing to storytelling family camps offer memory making experiences with or without green Jello. [Read More]

USA: Celebrate Spring with the Birds.

From Montana to Florida and Delaware to South Dakota spring is a time to observe the amazing conversion of the seasons. America's First National Wildlife Refuge, tiny Pelican Island, hosts a celebration each March. The annual antics are really wild family fun to break up the monotony of daily life. [Read More]

Alaska: Great Alaskan TourSaver – An Essential Money-Saving Family Vacation Resource

The new 2008 edition of the Great Alaskan TourSaver and is stuffed with more than 140 2-for-1 offers on accommodations, fishing trips, flight-seeing, cruises, rail tours and activities throughout the state. [Read More]

Cruises: Family Cruising - Freestyle, Family Friendly and Easy.

It’s easier and better than ever before. In the last few years cruise lines have made plenty of changes to meet the needs of families. From expanded activity programs spanning all age groups and shore excursions for teens to awesome waterslides, ice rinks and climbing walls, the combinations create dream vacations at sea. Add to the list plenty of nearby port options and the idea of cruising with the kids makes perfect sense. [Read More]

Alaska: Kenai Penninsula.

From the moment of arrival on Alaskan soil there are things to be discovered and adjustments to be made. The most common discovery -- moose. [Read More]

Northern California: Spring Break Ideas for Families – Snow, Sun, and Fun.

Even more dramatic than it appears on TV, Northern California is invigorating in the spring. Glorious snow drifts remain ready for one more slide or ride. Rugged picturesque coves with tide pools protected by statue like rock outcroppings vie for attention against giant redwoods, cascading flowers, condors gliding thermals and totally awesome San Francisco. Gaze in awe at the redwoods; ride a cable car; look up at the Golden Gate. Meet at the Pier39; take an Elkhorn Slough safari south of San Francisco or laugh with the fish Monterey Bay Aquarium. [Read More]

Southern California: Spring Breaks for Families – Sun, Surf and Disneyland.

Vacation on the edge and enjoy the sun and surf for which “SoCal” is known. Learn to ride the waves on a surfboard or body board. Hike El Capitan with your kids; fly a kite on the beach. Rent bicycles to explore the oceanfront boardwalk; go whale watching off Dana Point. Take a movie set tour in Hollywood or shop in La Jolla. Visit Disneyland or Universal Studios; ride the carousel on the pier in Santa Monica and make time to enjoy a sunset with your kids.   [Read More]

Southern California CityPass Family Vacation Ideas – Disneyland, Universal Studios and San Diego’s Sea World. .

Just imagine a whirl wind Southern California family adventure combining Los Angeles, Anaheim and San Diego and including entertainment, roller coasters, movie themed thrilling rides, dolphins, whales and one of a kind animal encounters. CityPass has a blockbuster ticket book which makes it easy to do it all one family vacation. There is really no need to wait. Buy a CityPass and do the city, it’s as easy as that. The pocket-sized coupon book saves money and makes the deciding effortless. [Read More]

Washington: Seattle, CityPass Family Vacation Ideas - Puget Sound touch Tanks, Viking Lander Flight Capsule, and the Space Needle.

Anchored in place by Pike Place Market, a must see it is also the home of Boeing which in itself is cool. This city displays an amazing amount of creative energy and makes vacationing with kids a delight. Surrounded by natural beauty it offers a unique menu of activities including arts and music as well as science, history and just pure fun. Visit the original Starbucks; shop in Pike Street Market; catch amazing sunsets; sample sushi; watch saltwater taffy being made; ride a mono rail. There is really no need to wait.   [Read More]

California: Hollywood, CityPass Family Vacation Ideas - Movie Stars, Celebrities and Entertainment.

Go for the glamour of sunny Southern California with time in Hollywood at the very heart of the TV and film mystique. The Hollywood Walk of Fame CityPass make sit easy to find the right places at the right time. The coupon booklet offers a star filled selection of movie and television locations, make-up, sets, and memorabilia in the heart of scene-chewing historic Hollywood. [Read More]

USA: National Wildlife Refuge, Short Stops in Wild Places.

Flight delays, missed flights or time to spare, threaten to mix up your family vacation breakout of the airport - wildlife and wilderness is only minutes away. From Philadelphia, Baltimore and Minneapolis to Denver and San Diego there are fresh air options not far from airport chaos. A delayed flight out of Philadelphia International Airport does not have to mean a long afternoon of shopping for souvenirs or squirming in a terminal seat - wilderness is just one train stop away. [Read More]


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CityPass Southern California - A Family Vacation Idea

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CityPass Hollywood - A Family Vacation Idea

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Seattle, Washington: CityPass Seattle - A Family Vacation Idea

An Easy Urban Family Vacation. [Read More]

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CityPass San Francisco - A Family Vacation Idea

An Easy Urban Family Vacation. [Read More]

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Silverthorn at Shasta Lake

A family gathering spot, perfect for reunions. [Read More]

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Mt. Hood, Oregon: Timberline Lodge

Snow reigns here in summer too! [Read More]

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Lake Tahoe, California: Resort at Squaw Creek

Enjoy our Mountain Buddies™, our comprehensive children's program. [Read More]

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Ojai Valley Resort

A Top 10 Family-Friendly Resort. [Read More]

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, Alaska: Thomson Family Adventures Alaska

Paddle the placid waters of Skilak Lake, framed by snow-covered peaks. [Read More]

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La Costa Resort and Spa

With us you can combine spa with the kids in the same vacation. Kids can join our Camp La Costa. [Read More]

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Anchorage, Alaska: Alaska Tours

Bring your family to Alaska in 2008 and make memories that will last a lifetime. [Read More]

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KOA Stockton / Delta

Campfire stories, wagon rides, boating, fishing, swimming, themed activity weekends and movies under the stars. [Read More]

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KOA Santa Cruz / Monterey Bay

Stay with us and be close to Monterey Bay Aquarium, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and endless miles of central-coast beaches. [Read More]

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Santa Barbara, California: Santa Barbara Family Vacation Center

A great family value located right on the Pacific. [Read More]

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Resort at Squaw Creek

An all-season mountain resort. [Read More]

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