November 8, 2012
These resorts make for perfect family escapes for those looking for a little fun in the warmth of the sun. Their gorgeous locations and plenty of onsite and local amenities and attractions make for a memorable visit. Coral Beach Resort & Suites – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina A highly-ranked Atlantic beachfront resort, Coral Beach ...
August 9, 2012
Amusement parks have long been a preferred venue for families in search of exciting entertainment. From favorite roller coasters, to high-speed thrillers, traditional family and children’s rides, live entertainment, shops and dining, these alphabetically listed parks have something for everyone in the family. BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSBURG – Williamsburg, Virginia One of the most ...
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September 20, 2011
Particularly fascinating to children, zoos are a wonderful place for people of all ages to learn about the animal world and our role in its preservation while having fun. Listed alphabetically, the following 10 zoos were selected from the west coast region of the USA and include Washington State, Oregon and California, as well as ...
August 25, 2011
On a recent trip to San Diego, California my husband and I took our 3-year old son and 10-month old daughter to Sea World. Like so many other places, it was a destination we had visited in our pre-children days so venturing out as a family was a new experience. Our hotel in Hotel Circle was ...
August 24, 2011
On our recent family trip to San Diego, California my husband and I took our 3-year old son and 10-month old daughter to visit the San Diego Zoo. Having just trekked through Sea World the day before we were tired but ready for another adventure! Like Sea World, the Zoo was also located just a ...
August 1, 2011
Oceans, rivers and lakes have captivated people since the beginning of time with living mysteries of every size, shape and color that dwell in their depths. Aquariums offer an up close and personal venue to explore these mysteries while educating visitors about the various ecosystems upon which we rely. The following 10 aquariums (listed alphabetically) stand ...
May 19, 2011
Recently my little family—comprising of my husband, three-year old son, ten-month old daughter, and myself—set out on a 7-hour drive from our home in Southern Utah to San Diego, California. It was actually closer to an 8 ½ hour drive when considering the number of stops we had to make for bathroom breaks and diaper changes. Our vacation ...
February 18, 2011
Sometimes you just wanna get away, just like the Southwest Airlines commercial proclaims. But sometimes you don’t want to fly, have a limited budget, and a limited amount of time. For those of you living in or visiting Southern California, here’s a two day/one night trip that makes for a relaxing family get away. First ...
December 29, 2010
Located about a 50 minute drive from Carlsbad, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park (previously called the San Diego Zoo’s Wild Animal Park) is a family favorite. The park is located at 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, California 92027 (www.sandiegozoo.org/park). With so many wild animals to see in a preserved replica of their own natural ...
December 6, 2010
La Jolla, Spanish for jewel, is more than just a suburb of San Diego. Only fifteen minutes from San Diego proper, it features lovely beaches, pleasant dining spots, and a number of fun tourist attractions. The town also holds the relatively small, family friendly Stephen Birch Aquarium and Museum, and the longtime home of the ...
