Family Vacations at the Beach

On Oahu the choices for fun are endless. Enchanting and awesome, diverse and dynamic, the island is loaded with good stuff for families. Kiss a fish or pet a ray; sing with a dolphin or snorkel over a crater; sail with the wind or ride in a jungle mobile; practice the hula or giggle at a pachyderm; gaze at the stars or build a sand castle. [Read More]

In addition to miles of world-class beaches, easy flowing estuaries, woodland pathways, moonlight paddles, turtle quests, surfing, kayaking and golden artifacts from sunken Spanish galleons, the area also has plenty of unique shopping places, entertaining theater and awesome art. [Read More]

Introducing kids to nature is the fun stuff. No script needed, Mother Nature provides a wide range of perfect settings to create adventures large and small. Along the dark and mysterious Suwannee River nature is at its best. [Read More]

From ghost walks along cobblestone streets in St. Augustine to riding bikes on the beach, visiting the Fountain of Youth and kayaking the Matanzas River, the menu for fun is extensive. [Read More]

America's southeast has plenty of terrific beach spots with soft white sand, hermit crabs, turtle quests, boardwalks, piers and fishing zones and some of the best can be found in Georgia, North Carolina and Louisiana. [Read More]

Off-the-beaten-path, delightfully green and relatively unspoiled, St. Lucia is safe, friendly and delightfully Caribbean - ideal for a family getaway. [Read More]

Planning an authentic family vacation on Crete means enjoying the popular spots on the island and taking the roads less traveled allowing for discoveries along the way. [Read More]

Pack up and head south from Miami along US #1 (a.k.a. The Overseas Highway). Distance is measured by mile markers, the closer to Key West the smaller the number. The “wows” and “cools” start as Homestead fades in the rear view mirror.   [Read More]

The Midwest offers an array of lakes, rivers and reservoirs which play host to a wide range of beach and aquatic activities for families from boating and wind surfing to fishing and swimming. [Read More]

Just as no two families are alike, no two beaches in the Northeast match. In addition to sand, sun and surf the best beaches offer music, tempting summer beach food, funky rides and the beauty of Mother Nature. [Read More]

A terrific family beach vacation includes sand, sun, sea plus an occasional surf board, a little beach music, crabbing, sailing and sandcastle picnics. Find the perfect match for your family in Maryland, Delaware or Virginia. [Read More]

Yes, it is possible to have a family beach vacation in the middle of the US. The Great Lakes area offers several rewarding spots and some of the very best water parks can be found in Ohio and Illinois. [Read More]

Combine majestic redwood forests, miles of great family-friendly beaches, lighthearted people, and an array of fun activities – your next family vacation is ready made. [Read More]

From the earth-friendly atmosphere of Brevard Zoo and the natural beauty of Merritt Island to miles of uncrowded beaches and awesome surf, the Space Coast offers very green family vacation options. [Read More]

We have the ideal beach house - a home away-from-home. It has room to be together and space to escape – absolutely essential with three generations including five teens and four children younger than ten. [Read More]

Watch whales from the beach; ride down mountain slopes; snorkel over a volcano; surf the wind; ride a sugar train, the fun is waiting. The island offers miles and miles of pristine uncrowded beaches, marvelous surf and dependable sea breezes. Maui has the good stuff for families.   [Read More]

Southern California is full of energizing experiences, pleasant surprises, and pure family fun. From gorgeous beach days and Gelato to ghost stories, sea lion encounters, and edgy art and awesome music – show up and fun just happens. [Read More]

The combination of sunshine, seagulls, sunscreen, sand and surf create the ultimate backdrop for a family vacation at the beach with surfing as part of the fun. Along Florida's space Coast surfers thrive on the waves along the Atlantic Coast. [Read More]

Feel the need to soak up the sun? Want a few days of down time at the beach or on the links? Fort Myers Beach – voted "Best Family-Friendly Beach in the Southeast U.S." by Family Fun magazine is known for family friendly powdery sands, soft playful waves from Gulf of Mexico, brilliant sunsets, and oodles of recreational opportunities. [Read More]

In the light of pre-dawn the world seemed to hold its breath. We were waiting to take part in a tour that would bring us face-to-face with one of Florida’s most endangered creatures, the West Indian manatee.Imagine taking a family vacation and swimming with West Indian manatees. [Read More]