The Family Travel Files E-zine - Table of Contents

Vacation on the edge, pure family fun. [Read More]

Take the kids to a vacation on the edge and let the fun begin. From beach combing and surf walking to heart stopping shows, living history and more golf than one vacation will hold, the vacation possibilities are endless. Myrtle Beach is family friendly. Known for great golf and awesome entertainment, the area also offers an array of day adventures to create the perfect family beach vacation. You’ll find sun soaked beach days, shopping bargains, scrumptious seafood, kid-friendly golf and plenty of entertainment to fill the nights. [Read Less]

Family Getaways are always great at Pink Shell Beach Resort. [Read More]

Experience a standard of excellence on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Situated on 1,500 feet of sugary white sand at the tip of Estero Island, Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa offers a four-star resort experience in a playful and friendly atmosphere. We offer suite as well as one and two-bedroom accommodations. Located along the beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel, with sweeping gulf and bay views, Pink Shell is the premier choice of Fort Myers hotels for guests seeking adventure, relaxation, and fun. We offer all the conveniences and amenities you’d expect from a family-friendly resort. Try sailing or paddle boating, or experience the excitement of a dolphin-sightseeing tour on a WaveRunner. Sparky’s Kidds Kampp® provides programs for children ages 4 -12. The full service Aquagene Spa offers teen options. Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa 275 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931 or online. [Read Less]

Play and stay right on one of our family-friendly beaches. [Read More]

We are well known for our beaches our sand stretches for miles and attracting family beach-lovers year-round. Located on Cocoa Beach is our world-famous Ron Jon's Surf Shop and the historic Cocoa Beach Pier. Stay in one of our family-friendly hotels, condominiums or homes. All close to shops and restaurants making your visit fun and convenient. To experience an "out-of-this-world" vacation, contact Florida’s Space Coast Office of Tourism at 800-93-OCEAN or online. [Read Less]

Lively western spirit can be found here. [Read More]

Southwestern Montana offers natural beauty, slightly quirky history and plenty of fun for families on vacation. Located between Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park, the area is dotted with ghost towns, acres of wilderness, trout-filled rivers, mysterious caverns and cowboy culture. Ride horseback; dig for gems; hike a ridge line; discover a ghost town; hook a trout attend the theater; experience living history – vacation Gold West Country style. Lively western spirit can be found in Helena, Butte, Dillon, Deer Lodge, Virginia City, Anaconda, Ennis, Townsend, Twin Bridges, Lincoln or Philipsburg. We have created a family vacation action list. Regional Tourism Office 1105 Main Street Deer Lodge, MT 59722. 1(406) 846-1943, 1- 800-879-1159 or online. [Read Less]

Book a Superior or Luxury room andget 4th night free and a $100 resort credit. KIDS STAY, EAT and PLAY FREE! [Read More]

Enjoy the sunshine and relax on the beach, visit the Spa, or get busy with the kids learning or perfecting your golf game, tennis skills or go horseback riding together! Two children 12 and under stay, eat and play free when sharing accommodations with parents who add Inclusive Supplements to their stay, includes FREE Kid´s camp. Spend quality time with your loved ones this summer! The huge variety of programs at Casa de Campo allows families to delight in their time both together and apart. From sun up to sun down, families can enjoy playing sports, lounging by the pool, shopping, cultural activities and much more. For kids ages four to seven, our Kidz 'n' Casa program takes children on exciting adventures. Give us a call toll-free 1-800-877-3643 or (305) 856-5405. [Read Less]

Comfortable and friendly, the Golden Isles have always been ideal for families who appreciate nature and want to enjoy an easy paced seaside vacation. [Read More]

It's fun to be a kid visiting Brunswick and the Golden Isles. Comfortable and friendly, the Golden Isles have always been ideal for families who appreciate nature and want to enjoy an easy paced seaside vacation. It is the home of peanut butter and marshmallow sandwiches and awesome cobbler. Bike paths weave near golden marshes along roadways under the ancient live oaks. The lighthouse on St. Simons has presented annual challenges to siblings. The mysterious Spanish moss shading Fort Fredericka makes storytelling easy. Sea turtles nest along the shore and dolphins seem to bounce over the waves between the barrier islands. Build sand castles or kayak along the shore. Play tennis, learn to sail or take golf lessons. goon a shrimping adventure or enjoy an evening of live theatre. The fun stuff is on the edge of Georgia. Brunswick and The Golden Isles - St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Little St. Simons Island call toll-free 1-800-933-COAST (2627) or view the big picture at Brunswick Golden Isles Chamber & VB or visit online. [Read Less]

Our Vacation Packages offer action-packed family fun travel all year round! [Read More]

Take advantage of our convenient Value-Packed Pigeon Forge Vacation Packages whenever you come to the Smoky Mountains. Our all-inclusive Pigeon Forge vacation packages will give you more bang for your buck. Choose from a diverse selection of accommodations to more than 40 attractions and dining options. A Pigeon Forge travel package is sure to please you’re the entire family and your pocket too! Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37868. Call 1-800-251-9100, (865) 453-8574 or please visit us online. [Read Less]

Thinking of a mountain reunion for your family or group? We can help to make your get together easier. We have special vacation planners to assist you. [Read More]

Look for a great place in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Check out cabin rentals hotel rooms and lodges perfect for any size get together. Use our online accommodation system or give us a call. We will make planning your reunion quick and hassle free. Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37868 Call toll-free 1-800-285-7557, (865) 453-8574 or visit us online. [Read Less]

A family-friendly base place. Close to all attractions. Check out our latest deals for places to stay. [Read More]

Do more - make more memories. Take advantage of neighboring world-famous theme parks, amazing outdoor adventures, endless entertainment,live rodeo, working cattle ranches and nature preserves. Add incredible shopping, rousing dinner theaters and so much more. Give us a call 1-866-487-KISS (5477) or visit us online. [Read Less]

Heading to the mountains? Look for the best deals in Pigeon Forge here. Check out our Pigeon Forge Value Card; savings for the whole family online. [Read More]

Heading to the mountains? Look for the best deals in Pigeon Forge; print valuable coupons; check out vacation packages, cabin rentals hotels rooms and campsites suited for your family. Let us help make planning your Tennessee Smoky Mountain vacation quick and hassle free. Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37868 Call 1-800-251-9100, (865) 453-8574 or please visit us online. [Read Less]

Make Family Memories together at our beach place. Enter to win a Florida family vacation at Longboat Key Club and Resort. [Read More]

Set like a jewel on a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, just off the coast of Sarasota, Longboat Key Club and Resort is a AAA Four-Diamond beachfront retreat with a private white-sand beach, 45 holes of championship golf, a full-service spa, 291-slip Marina, world-class tennis center and supervised kids’ club, the resort is perfect for a Florida family vacation. The Resort has long been recognized as one of Travel+Leisure magazine’s “Top 500 Hotels in The World.” With 218 newly renovated rooms and suites – each featuring views of the white-sand beach, lagoon or golf course – the resort is a treat for the senses. Longboat Key Club and Resort 301 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL 34228. Toll-free 1-888-350-7730 or online. [Read Less]

Loons, Lakes and Friendly People. Sound like heaven? Join us in Otter Tail Country - the best part of Minnesota. [Read More]

Located in West Central Minnesota, just two and a half hours from Minneapolis and St. Paul, Otter Tail County is populated with more than 1,000 lakes and streams ideal for fishing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, waterskiing or just relaxing on the beach. It is a secret place with cabins, B & Bs and lodges tucked away in the woods by lakes and streams. No crowds, no stress, the area may be enjoyed in all seasons but is most lively during the summer season. Vacation activities include: fishing for walleye, bass, northern, and crappie; watching wildlife and counting birds; shopping for art and antiques. Days are filled with time to play horse shoes or ping pong, float on a raft or tube on a river, go bowling or ride horseback, play a round of golf or putt- putt golf. There's even time for sleeping and reading. Sound like heaven? Join us in Otter Tail Country - the best part of Minnesota. Toll-free 1-800-423-4571 or online at www.ottertailcountry.com [Read Less]

ACE is the spot for all your family adventures filled with fun. [Read More]

ACE is the spot for all your family adventure filled with fun. Stay in one of our cabins, chalets (both with hot tubs) lodge or campsite; play with us on the river lakes caves and ride our trails on horses or bikes. We will make your vacation easy to manage from your place to sleep, eat and play, all in one package, if you wish all-year long. Give us a call or visit our website to learn more. We are a great hosting place for your reunion large or small. ACE Adventure Resort, Oak Hill, WV. Call 1- 888-223-7238 or direct at 1(304) 469-2651 or visit us online. [Read Less]

Family adventure vacations begin with us. [Read More]

To maximize your family fun, we provide an extra guide and van, special equipment (e.g., tag-along bikes) and separate activities for kids so adults can have some "down time." Our family adventures are tailored to appeal to families with children ages 7 and up. We have family discounts where children (7-12 years old) who share a room with one or more adults receive 10% if child (7-12) is the second person in a room and 20% if child (7-12) is the third or more person in a room. Offering family members from 6 to sixty the vacation of a lifetime including natural history, fun-filled adventure activities, highly supported and supervised small group vacations. Our family vacation itineraries include the most pristine and majestic areas of Glacier, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite National Parks as well as Alaska, Montana and Canada also Costa Rica and Galapagos, Africa and Ecuador. Give us a call toll-free 1-800-575-1540 or 1(406) 655-4591 of course you can visit us online. [Read Less]

Costa Rica’s diversity attracts families of all shapes and sizes to its shores. We make the learning part of the trip come alive filled with fun-filled activities that will make the whole family laugh. [Read More]

Rich in biodiversity the rain forests of Costa Rica are home to more than 850 species of colorful birds, 200 species of mammals, 1,100 exotic orchids and 9,000 species of trees and plants. On GTC’s Pura Vida provides families with an opportunity to explore deep into the rainforest of Tortuguero National Park, where toucans, macaws, howler monkeys and many more indigenous creatures are found. The 8-day adventure begins in San José. A feature of the tour is a ride high above the rain forest that offers guests spectacular views while they glide through the canopy in an open gondola. Plus, GTC adventurers can enjoy a rafting excursion in the Orosi Valley. Generations Touring CompanySM 16 East Pond Road, Nobleboro, ME. 04555. Tel. 207.563.2288 x134. Tollfree 888.415.9100 Call or visit online. [Read Less]