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California: Santa Barbara, Family Vacation Center.
Your children won't be the only ones having a good time! The popular summer sessions allow parents and kids to explore nature, chill out with a book, play games with the kids, learn to surf, laugh along with others and rejuvenate. The place is beautiful, the atmosphere family friendly and the fun meter is always working. 

Families will stay in luxurious cabins nestled in El Capitan Canyon, only minutes from an unspoiled section of coastline. Hike amongst ancient Chumash Indian artifacts, kayak with dolphins or simply relax on the beach. You will have the peace of mind that your children are having the time of their lives with the outstanding kid's activities put on by FVC staffers. Family Spring Break will inspire and rejuvenate the child in all of us.  

The setting at El Capitan Canyons, a new eco-resort on the Central Coast will be our base for exploring the natural world. Experienced counselors will have your kids going on nature hikes, playing games and laughing the entire way. Optional activities include surf lessons with our resident Surf Expert, kayaking from Refugio state Beach, a wine country tour and even a hike into the canyons. 

Family fun in the sun. The family vacation center has a series of summer experiences designed to inspire and rejuvenate.  Imagine having all of the carefree advantages of a cruise yet being on land along the Central California Coast. The Family Vacation Center offers eight one-week sessions during the months of July and August. Families attend for a minimum of one week at a time. Children participate in activities with kids their own age, under supervision of enthusiastic UCSB student counselors.

Location, location, location.  The Family Vacation Center is located on the beautiful campus of the University of California, Santa Barbara, which is along the American Riviera.  This ocean side, family friendly resort is one of the top-rated destinations in the world.  The resort provides everything for a complete family vacation – all meals, lodging with daily housekeeping service, and most activities are included in one low price.  

Pillow comforts. Sleeping arrangements include family suites that contain two to four bedrooms, private bath and living room with a refrigerator and microwave.  Housekeeping service is included, as are three meals per day that are expertly prepared and served by professional staff. 

It’s like taking a cruise on land.  During the summer months the FVC offers a series of family vacation options.  During July and August full week vacations include activities and entertainment for all ages.  The daily programs conducted by counselors, most of whom are UCSB students, provide an added bonus for parents because they are innovative and inspiring.  Kids meet role models that make the idea of learning and having fun the same.  You can hike amongst ancient Chumash Indian artifacts, kayak with dolphins, take part in our enhanced golfing program or relax on the beach.   

Bored no more.  Unique and energizing, the spring break event at the Vacation Center provides just the right amount of down time plus oodles of family activities designed for fun. Programs include tennis, golf, swimming, childcare, age-group activities, fitness programs, crafts, sports, leisure, biking, reading, tours, wine tasting, beach trips, horseback riding, kayaking and surfing.  Vacationers can find competitive challenge in the weekly tournaments or just relax at the beach or by the pool and enjoy the Santa Barbara sunshine. Bonus points: Younger children usually stay inside the camp, going for walks, doing arts and crafts, and making friends. Older children venture out into the community—with trips to local parks, the movies, the beach, and more. Teens have a great vacation experience with counselors who are “cool” enough to gear activities to their preferences.  

Perfect for family reunions.  For anyone planning a family reunion this is a place to consider.  Each family gets a suite and many activities make the bonding time memorable.  

UCSB Alumni Association Family Vacation Center. UCSB Alumni Association, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-1120.  1(805) 893-3123, vacation@ia.ucsb.edu or www.familyvacationcenter.com

 

Text created by Travel Communications for FamilyTravelfiles.com and /images/ezine provided by Family vacation Center. Updated 1/2006.

 

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