Green Spots: Earth Friendly Family Vacations

GreenSpotsLandingPageWe've got spots - green spots, earth friendly and family friendly places to vacation. Our list includes places, products, tours, services and people that care about the future of our planet. By their conscious business actions the world is a better place. Our green companies lead by example providing families with exceptional vacation options that benefit of the environment, tread lightly on the earth, respect cultures and local people. They are companies with policies to encourage sustainability, making the future more promising for everyone. (Montana image provided by Austin Lehman Family Adventures.)
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England: London, Kew Gardens – Escape Grey Skies at the Tropical Extravaganza Festival.

London during the winter holidays can be exciting. Family festivities in and around the city abound. One of my favorite outings – the perfect country escape any time of year - is up the Thames at Kew Gardens. [Read More]

Southern West Virginia: Beckley, Family Vacation Fun - Free or Almost Free.

It’s not just college kids looking for free stuff anymore. For all of us attempting to create a family vacation on a budget it is useful to know where to find free or almost free family fun. [Read More]

Costa Rica: Guanacaste, Flamingo Beach Resort and Spa – Color Your Family Vacation Green.

Earth friendly describes Costa Rica so it is not surprising to find a commitment to environmental sustainability in combination with a family friendly atmosphere at Flamingo Beach Resort and Spa. [Read More]

California: San Diego North, Free or Almost Free Family Vacation Fun.

Southern California has awesome beaches, delightful climate and plenty of great family vacation activities including SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, Wild Animal Park, and Scripps. Fun right? But we found a slew of fun and free family friendly things to do that may not be on your family vacation radar screen. Our list includes guided nature walks, puppet making, culture quests, stargazing, owl prowls and art encounters. [Read More]

Florida: Apalachicola, Franklin County’s Natural Escape - Fishing, Kayaking, and Beach Time.

If the goal is a low-maintenance family getaway in a natural setting then environmentally serene and ecologically-rich Franklin County is definitely an option. Just south of the Alabama/Georgia State line confluence and in the vicinity of Tallahassee you will find plenty of places and activities ideal for both the creative as well as the nature-appreciating family. [Read More]

Florida: Fort Myers/Naples, SunStream Hotels & Resorts - Family, Luxury and Eco-Friendly.

With natural, lightly developed white sand beach at the front door and raw Everglades wilderness at its back, Southwest Florida takes a rare stance among exotic wild things and their unique semi-tropical habitat. The destination tops the list for travelers on a quest to become one with extraordinary nature. [Read More]

Tours: Eco Family Adventures, Pure Family Fun - River Rafting, Sailing, and Hiking in the Rain Forest.

Raft the Middle Salmon in Idaho; hike through a Costa Rican cloud forest; sail the Agean Sea along the coast of Turkey or cruise among the Galapagos Islands, the choices are perfect for an earth-friendly family adventure. [Read More]

Florida: Space Coast, Earth Friendly Family Vacation Ideas – Kayaks, Turtles, and Horses.

Imagine gliding across Indian River Lagoon in a canoe watching for dolphins and manatees. Think about kayaking on the dark of the moon through bioluminescent estuaries or watching the beach for the arrival of a Loggerhead sea turtle. Stroll along Canaveral National Seashore beach. Search for shells and arrowheads. Sharing the wonders of nature with children is not only rewarding but fun. [Read More]

Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, 20th Annual Wilderness Wildlife Week - Kids Playing with Mother Nature.

The annual Wilderness Wildlife Week in the Great Smoky Mountains may sound like it’s an activity for gung-ho outdoorsmen, but the truth is that the eight-day January event in Pigeon Forge is designed to appeal to the entire family ages 4 to 94. It's a week of fun meant to be shared. [Read More]

Florida: Anna Maria Island, A Gulf Coast Secret Family Vacation Spot.

Why is an island peninsula community of 15,000 residents on the Gulf Coast considered by many to be a “best kept secret”? For those in the know, it is affordable subtropical nirvana with Florida Keys charm of 30 years ago, spectacular sunsets, solitude without remoteness, secluded beaches with sea turtle egg nests, wildlife, easy bike riding, friendly people, exemplary dining opportunities, and a free local trolley. [Read More]

Ohio: Warren County, Go Ziplining with Your Kids.

Thrilling, cool and fun tree top soaring is becoming popular among families wishing to see Mother Nature from a squirrel’s eye view. We have written about zipline adventures in Hawaii, Colorado, Costa Rica, St. Lucia, and Ontario. The latest on our soar and explore list Ozone Zipline Adventures in Ohio. [Read More]

Virginia: Virginia Beach, Whales, Waves and Shorebirds - A Family Winter Adventure.

The Atlantic Coastal waters just off the Chesapeake Bay provide a comfortable wintering home for hundreds of humpback and fin whales. Their annual appearance provides an excellent field trip opportunity. What better place to show your kids nature at its best? Grab you sweatshirts and old sneakers and head for the beach. [Read More]

World: Green Spots, Earth Friendly, Family Friendly Vacations.

Our list of earth friendly family vacation ideas includes the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Galapagos, Montana and Peru. Each resort or tour offers unique services and experiences ideal for sharing with your children. Experience a connection with nature; engage in local customs; walk in the rain forest; hike to a geyser; swim with sea turtles; float down a river. [Read More]

Micronesia: Palau, Family Vacation Ideas – Kayaking, Dolphin Encounters, and Snorkeling.

Imagine a spot on the planet where one can safely interact with sharks, crocodiles, jellyfish, dolphins; see firsthand World War II memorabilia; go kayaking into inner lagoon wonderlands and snorkel above awesome coral reefs. The destination described is the North Pacific destination of Palau, Micronesia, which is a natural, ecologically-responsible habitat worth a visit. [Read More]

Caribbean: USVI, Maho Bay Resort - Earth Friendly, Family Friendly, and Fun.

On the tranquil island of St. John there is an exceptional earth friendly resort complex that has been making news for more than two decades. Maho Bay proves that a resort can be exceptional and earth friendly at the same time. The Maho Bay family includes Maho Bay Camps, Harmony Studios, Estate Concordia Studios and Estate Concordia Eco-tents. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee, Family Vacation Fun - Golf, Tennis, Fishing, and Art.

Central Florida family vacation activities are dominated by Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld. But as family vacation learning becomes more and more popular combining theme park action with learning experiences is becoming easier. In Kissimmee it is possible for families to practice golf; join a tennis clinic; learn to fish or take flight and have family fun in the process. [Read More]

USA: Feather Down Farms – Offering One-of-a-Kind Family Farm Stay Experiences.

Create your own free range family getaway. Stay in your own Feather Down safari like tent in the middle of a working farm. Each location offers authentic, organic, back to basics fun for families. The units have no electricity, no televisions, video games, computers or even a telephone. [Read More]

USA/Canada: Shell Hospitality Vacations – Offering Earth Friendly Family Vacation Savings.

Spanning the continent and including Hawaii, Shell Hospitality locations offer guest savings. Going away “green” will save money but not reduce the fun. [Read More]

Tours: Slovenia and Egypt, Teens Wanted No Experience Necessary.

Living with teens? Considering a family vacation which will include them? We have discovered a slew of affordable options which will make the planning part truly easy. One company, The Adventure Center has many options created with teens in mind. From Africa to Asia and Europe to the Americas, the ideas are remarkable and the itineraries simply sweet! [Read More]

Colorado: Florissant, The Nature Place Offers A Splendid Family Nature Safari.

For families that enjoy the mountains and want to combine adventure and learning, The Nature Place, near Colorado Springs, is the perfect match. They have created a family vacation that blends family activities with "kids only" favorites. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Wildland, Family Adventures in Newfoundland

St. John’s Family Wildlife Adventure – Vikings, whales, salmon, puffins, and family fun. [Read More]

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Pine Mountain, Georgia: Callaway Gardens The Summer Family Adventure

Enjoy the perfect for a Georgia family vacation, Southern summer reunion, or multigenerational getaway beginning in May. [Read More]

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Deer Lodge, Montana: Gold West Country Family Adventures

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

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Raymond, Maine: Kingsley Pines Vacation Camp

Join us for an unforgettable week of family fun! [Read More]

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Florida Eco-Safaris

Come zipline with us! Perfect for families of all ages. [Read More]

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Florida's Space Coast Getaway

Take your family on a 3 Day getaway along Florida's Space Coast! [Read More]

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Horseshoe Valley, Ontario: Carriage Ridge Resort

Away for the holidays with the family. [Read More]

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Holua Resort at Mauna Loa Village

Think green and save up to 30% on your family vacation. [Read More]

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Multiple Places, United States: Feather Down – Back to basics fun for families.

Enjoy your own Feather Down farm stay adventure. [Read More]

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Madison, New Hampshire: Purity Spring Resort

Get ready for the perfect family vacation. [Read More]

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Las Vegas, Nevada: Desert Rose Resort

Family Friendly Summer Special!Go Green & Save. [Read More]

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Leesburg, Alabama: Chesnut Bay Resort

Our new resort on beautiful Lake Weiss welcomes families to the best vacation ever in northeast Alabama! [Read More]

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Berlin, Wisconsin: Countryside Lodge Magnuson Hotel

A perfect place for a family visit to Central Wisconsin. [Read More]

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Iron River, Wisconsin: Delta Lodge in the North Woods

Relax in our large, deluxe cabins and enjoy easy access to such North Country outdoor recreation as canoeing, kayaking, swimming, boating, golfing, hunting and world class fishing. [Read More]

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Steinhatchee Landing Resort

Here’s the deal - stay four nights for the price of two. [Read More]

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