The Family Travel Files E-zine - Table of Contents

EzineIndexPageNews - The latest family vacation information about destinations, resorts, services and cruises. Ideas and Options - Specific family vacation ideas, tours, packages, cruises and adventures. On File - Reasons to create your own family vacation including specific details about locations, bonus points and fun, clever and cool stuff to do with kids. Vacation Deals - Specific family vacation offers, discounts or bonuses which ease the cash crunch but not the fun. Festivals and Events - Annual events and family friendly festivals which add value and unique memories to any vacation. Advice - Tips, suggestions and insider informaiton to make your family vacation more fun and less stressful. (Image from Kure Beach, North Carolina.)
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ARTICLES
Florida: Naples, The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club To Host 23rd Annual “SummerJazz On The Gulf” Concert Series.

The smooth sounds of Jazz continue this summer at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club’s 23rd Annual “SummerJazz on the Gulf” free concert series. Beautiful sunsets, gorgeous views of the Gulf, and refreshing breezes provide the perfect backdrop for the fun free concert series held on the resort’s scenic Watkins Lawn overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. [Read More]

Florida: Ponte Vedra, Sawgrass Golf Resort & Spa - “When I Grow Up” Summer Family Vacation.

Future explorers, pro golfers, ecologists, artists, triathletes and zookeepers get a first encounter with career dreams at Sawgrass Golf Resort & Spa and outings within the Northeast Florida area. From rounds on the Arnold Palmer-designed miniature golf course and miles of bike trails to visits to the Fountain of Youth in the historic St. Augustine, Florida and the chance to befriend the animals at the Jacksonville Zoo, the When I Grow Up experience propels the imagination. [Read More]

Colorado: Aspen, The Gant - Fit Family Summer Scavenger Hunt.

Imagine gently gather two kids and two adults, sprinkle a little sunshine on a mountain-peak blue skyline, revel in the laughter as you scramble throughout town in search of fun and adventure, and end a busy day snuggled softly into a comfy bed. Fresh air, fun activities and togetherness all in one summer family vacation package. [Read More]

Tours: Thomson Family Adventures Amazing Vacations for Families.

Get away, have fun, create memories. Thompson offers family adventure vacations created by families for families. Just imagine hiking in a Costa Rican cloud forest, cruising the Galapagos Islands, marveling at the Pyramids of Giza or witnessing the amazing wildlife of Tanzania, counting stars in Morocco or shopping in Portugal. They make the good stuff happen on vacation. [Read More]

Italy: Campania, A Family Holiday in Acciaroli -Two Weeks Both Land and Sea.

Discover Southern Italy with kids combing one week at Villa Ada in Cilento National Park and a second week on a sailboat enjoying the marvelous Tyrrhenian Sea. Sound too good to be true? Consider a seaside villa in Campania. [Read More]

Florida: Ponte Vedra, Sawgrass Marriott Resort and Spa - Four Pools, a Beach, and a World Famous Golf Course.

Sitting right on a beautiful stretch of beach between Jacksonville and St. Augustine, Sawgrass makes the ideal family vacation spot for relaxation and fun in the sun. The resort is set amid 350 acres with freshwater lakes, ponds, gardens, the world-famous THE PLAYERS Stadium Course and an easy access to the Atlantic Sea for beach time. [Read More]

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]

USA: Heartland, Best Family Vacation Beach Spots - Ohio, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan.

Yes, it is possible to have a family beach vacation in the middle of the USA. The Great Lakes offer several rewarding spots and some of the very best water parks can be found on dry land. From waterslides and wave pools to shipwrecks and campfires the options are many. We have a few energizing suggestions for your consideration. [Read More]

Tours: Intrepid Family Adventures Makes Europe with Kids Easy.

Imagine having the chance to introduce your child or grandchild to the delights of Italy, Switzerland, Hungary, Czech Republic or Austria. Intrepid travel has created several rewarding itineraries well-suited to families. Not exactly the typical 'child friendly holiday', these family adventures give your kids a chance to discover the world as you do. And the best thing is there's just as much for parents to enjoy too. [Read More]

Ohio: Dayton, Family Vacation Ideas – Airplanes, Stargazing, and SunWatch.

Only in Ohio’s bucolic Miami Valley is it possible to canoe on an ancient river, relive the days of early settlers, and be thrilled by Wilbur and Orville Wright’s dream of flight. Go stargazing; participate in science; see an ancient Indian village; hike, bike, swim, sleep or read a book in the shade. Miami Valley family vacation days can be easy paced yet packed with memories.   [Read More]

Ohio: Warren County, Family Vacation Ideas - Kings Island, Beach Waterpark and the Little Miami River.

Shop ‘til you drop for timeless and unique treasures in quaint towns and villages. Play award-winning golf courses, enjoy a waterway rafting trip, or even hike, bike, and rollerblade throughout the scenic countryside. With so much to offer, it’s no wonder Warren County is Ohio’s Largest Playground! Fun and affordable family fun is just hours away. [Read More]

Delaware: Wilmington, Family Vacation Ideas – Winterthur, Longwood Gardens, and Tax-Free Shopping.

Imagine a family getaway that takes little effort yet provides a slew of pleasant memories. Wilmington offers families many choices all with opportunities to imagine. Imagine fairies in a garden, imagine life before the turn of the century, and imagine a family getaway filled with fun tax-free shopping? [Read More]

USA: Heartland, Secret Family Vacation Places - Wisconsin, Ohio, Michigan, and Missouri.

Looking for a new spot or a new family vacation idea? Imagine riding a magic train in Ohio; singing with the peacocks in Wisconsin; celebrating with a fish boil in Door County; hunting for agates along Lake Superior or petting a bearded lizard in Missouri. This is the fun stuff. [Read More]

West Virginia: Lansing, Class VI River Time on the Gauley and the New with Kids.

West Virginia is a surprising place filled with awesome natural adventures, affordable sleeping places and quirky one-of-a-kind restaurants. Mostly mountains, trees, friendly people and best of all crazy rivers with world-class white water, it makes an ideal family vacation spot. And any family vacation in West Virginia should include a few rapids if only to give your kids bragging rights. Class VI river runners offer terrific options for river time with kids. [Read More]

Colorado: Vail, The Antlers - A Summer Family Vacation Spot.

Choose a destination without “phat” activities, ignore gotta-have amenities like Internet access and MTV, throw in a cramped hotel room – and you might as well just stay home. Staff members at the family-friendly Antlers at Vail hotel are pros at connecting with teens. We’ve gathered their insiders’ tips for the hottest, guaranteed-to-please activities for active young adults traveling to Vail this summer. [Read More]

Minnesota: Otter Tail Country, Family Vacation Ideas - Lakes, Loons, and No Lines - Except for Fishing.

No crowds, no stress, the area may be enjoyed in all seasons but is most lively during the summer season. It is a secret family vacation spot with cabins, B & Bs, lodges and resorts tucked away in the woods by lakes and streams or at the edge of a flower covered meadow. Some roads have no names and every other car has a boat or a canoe. Lakes yield fish and nights make star gazing exceptional - no schedules required, having fun is easy. [Read More]

Utah: Moab, Family Vacation Ideas – Arches, Rivers and Reels of Film.

America’s West is awesome and nowhere is it more evident than in southern Utah. From canyons with sagebrush rim tops to river bottoms with sculpted rock formation the history of adventure is evident. Moab is an ideal family vacation base from which to ride a stagecoach; raft Yampa, Green or Dolores Rivers; explore Arches National Park, or take a 4-wheel drive through Canyonlands National Park. [Read More]

North Carolina: Charlotte, Family Vacation Ideas – Roller Coasters, Science Fun, and Great Theatre for Kids.

Located in the Piedmont region of the state along its southern border, the “Queen City” makes family vacationing easy. Once a hornet’s nest of rebellion Charlotte’s has sustained an independent Southern ambiance all its own. Attend theatre or create art; ride the Scream Weaver or meet SpongeBob SquarePants; count dinosaurs or put on your green shoes. [Read More]

Florida: Orlando, New Dr. Seuss-themed Kids' Suites Debut at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel.

It's as if you have stepped right into one of the beloved Dr. Seuss stories. With the Cat in the Hat, Horton, the Grinch and the Sneetches smiling back at you, the Seuss stories come to life in three dimensions. Indeed, designers created the new Dr. Seuss kids' suites at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando to be an immersive, larger-than-life experience that integrates the adventures of Seuss landing at Islands of Adventure into the hotel. [Read More]

Illinois: Chicago, Family Vacation Ideas – Clown Fish, Dinosaurs, and Gnomes in A Garden.

From the beauty of Lake Michigan and Grant Park to the fireboats on the Chicago River, Chicago is an awesome place. The parks are better than ever and the Sears Tower is still a thrill when it is not in the clouds. Meet Degas at The Art Institute; learn about life before the great fire; count fish at the Shedd; watch butterflies; see dinosaurs; hunt gnomes in a garden. The city offers new family adventures every day. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
CityPass Atlanta - A Family Vacation Idea

An Easy Urban Family Vacation. [Read More]

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Endless Fun Resorts

Hot Summer Savings! Check out our hot offers this summer with rates from only $87! Check out our selection of rooms, suites and condominiums at the finest oceanfront resorts in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.Endless Fun Resorts, where the fun begins when you make your reservation. Give us a call at 1-866-328-0094 or check out our specials online. Great vacations begin here. [Read More]

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Great Escapes on the Treasure Coast

Stay close or on the edge. [Read More]

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Kissimmee St. Cloud Great Vacation Ideas

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

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Myrtle Beach Family Vacations

Vacation on the edge. [Read More]

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CityPass San Francisco - A Family Vacation Idea

An Easy Urban Family Vacation. [Read More]

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Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn®

Check out our “Best Birthday Present Ever”. The deal: Guests stay free on the day of their birthday (this includes parents or kids) with the purchase of a two day stay. [Read More]

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Casa de Campo Resort

A great deal just in time for a great summer vacation with us. The Deal: Two children 12 and under stay, eat and play free when sharing accommodations with parents adding inclusive supplements to their stay.Plus a free Kid's camp! Valid now through September 30. [Read More]

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ACE Whitewater and Adventure Place

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

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Space Center Vacation

Spacing-out on vacation. [Read More]

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Treasure Coast Escape

Beautiful places, relaxing family fun. [Read More]

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Baton Rouge Family Vacation Ideas

Go where the fun comes easy. [Read More]

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Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa

Check out our Family Time package. [Read More]

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Adventure Center Family Tours

Adventure Center Family vacations with zing. [Read More]

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Austin-Lehman Adventure Tours

Family adventure vacations begin with us. [Read More]

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