City Takes — Urban Vacations for Families

Bob the Builder™ and his Can-Do Crew invite aspiring builders and their families to help get the job done, as the first-ever, hands-on Bob the Builder—Project: Build It traveling exhibit returns to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis on Feb. 6, 2010. The 2,000-square-foot multimedia exhibit, presented by Delta Faucet, produced by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis and HIT Entertainment, and supported locally by Veolia Water, stays through May 23. [Read More]

It's Sunday - my first day in Dublin on my own. I have my Lonely Planet (guidebook), my city map, and I just purchased a ticket to the hop-on-hop-off tour. 23 stops in total- sounds excessive but how else am I going to get the lay of the land? [Read More]

Until the end of February New York City is loaded with real bargains including 2-for-1 theatre, and more than 200 offers at the city's hotels, attractions, museums, restaurants, tours and shops. [Read More]

Is luxurious urban family vacation possible with young children? The innovative folks at 51 Buckingham Gate think so and to prove the point they have an exclusive partnership with London's finest toy store, Hamleys to create a unique London toy story. [Read More]

Create your own a fun and affordable winter urban adventure with your kids. Top winter activities include museum free days, award-winning theatre, and free family events plus hotel rates as Low as $79 per night including parking. [Read More]

The size of London makes family vacation planning at time confusing and we also know that no two families are alike so the perfect family friendly hotel list is not possible. My suggestions for deluxe pillow spots include 51 Buckingham Place, Athenaeum, Draycott, Hilton Green Park, and The Metropolitan. [Read More]

The destination is an energy blast for families wanting not just sun and fun but excitement and inspiration in one family vacation.  The Pacific Coast Highway (a.k.a. 101) in Southern California draws the curious, families included. The highway from Santa Barbara south provides miles of picture perfect beach locations. The arid landscape mixed with blankets of wild flowers and towering eucalyptus trees enhance the distinctly Spanish architecture. Mornings often begin with fog and conclude with sunshine. Cafes and open-air markets offer a cornucopia of treasures. The Spanish Mission influence and the power of the sea rival the opulence of Hollywood. Southern California demands action; read on to see why? [Read More]

From art and antiques to retro fashion, from fresh produce to cheap eats and everything in between, London’s markets are the place to go for the ultimate cultural shopping experience for families. Exploring the markets of London is a great way to give your senses a treat (and not just your fashion sense) – the sights, sounds and smells of London thrive in her bustling markets, many of which are open all week long. [Read More]

The holiday season is just around the corner, and DC is putting together a lineup of festive, fun-filled and family-friendly events and happenings. The possibilities are endless and the memories worth their weight in gold. [Read More]

Stay in the heart of Manhattan and share an urban adventure with your kids. The Hilton provides an ideal family vacation base just steps from great art, shopping, museums, and theatre. [Read More]

With extra time and a good plan it's easy to have fun with your kids. and CityPass offers both this winter expanding from nine days inclusive to February 28 , 2010 in New York, Boston and Philadelphia. [Read More]

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]

Chicago offers families a multitude of entertainment options – always edgy and fun. From awesome music and art venues in Grant Park to the non-stop fun on Navy Pier the city delivers on the fun stuff. See the Blue Man Group; enjoy Shakespeare with a twist; discover a coal mine. Best of all Chicago has traditional street fairs in the warmer months seem to run continuously - all of them free. Chicago with teens can be fun and we have selected our favorite spots. [Read More]

Commonly known for its fabulous restaurants and lively nightclubs, the Miami also has a softer side for families. Think about sunshine and shopping, Cuban coffee and luscious pastries, lively theatre and all things on the water including fishing, sailing, wave running and skiing. [Read More]

If greening your next urban family adventure is on your wish list then this new earth friendly - family friendly benefit is perfect. Hyatt guests at 25 global locations may now take advantage of the new specialty bicycle program. [Read More]

Escape from the city or into the city, either way this sophisticated urban resort-style hotel with AAA Four-Diamond rated hospitality is the ideal family getaway base for fun. [Read More]

Located on the eastern baseline of awesome Rocky Mountains, Denver is trendy, spunky and definitely family friendly. Sunshine makes the difference more than 300 days of the year making the city attractive to anyone who enjoys being outside. The city maintains the nation's largest city park system and provides more than 650 miles of paved bike pathways. It is a city for first class family field trips. [Read More]

Urban holidays can sometimes be daunting just because large cities have too many choices. So, imagine a hotel with a dedicated staff ready to assist in making fun in London just happen for your child, children or family. [Read More]

For the 12th year consecutive year Society of London Theatre (SOLT) is conducting an interactive theatre week geared to families. The obvious benefit - free tickets to exciting theatre shows across London's West End for the younger than 16 age group. [Read More]

The city is made for urban adventuring. Jump on a cable car, ride one of the Ducks from the Wharf, enjoy free Shakespeare and enter to win a family vacation in San Francisco. [Read More]

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