Mountain Tops – Family Vacations with Altitude.

MountainTopsLandingPageThe same marvelous family friendly winter skiing destinations offer an array of interesting options for fun during the warmer months. Alpine destinations have unique vacation personalities from bare-bones camping to the pure luxury. They combine arts, theatre, festivals, shopping, museums, outdoor adventures, wildlife experiences and sometimes tennis or golf as a bonus. Imagine trail rides, campfires, stargazing, hiking, geochaching, biking, rock climbing and paragliding. Enjoy a day at a spa; rise above it all in a hot air balloon; picnic on a mountain top. (Image provided by Smuggs Resort in Vermont.)
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California/Nevada: Lake Tahoe and Reno, Family Vacation Ideas – Fishing, Sailing, and the Comstock Silver Lode.

Reno, Carson City as well as both North and South Lake Tahoe provide families on vacation with days packed with summer recreation, and nights featuring cowboy stories and awesome Shakespeare under the starts. With miles of trails to ride and hike plus kayaking, canoeing, sailing, fishing, and golf at more than 50 spots in the area – it’s all about fun outside. [Read More]

California: Lake Tahoe, The Resort Squaw Creek Family Fun - Skiing, Boarding, and Snow Trails.

Ride on an exclusive chairlift; ski day or night; follow the Truckee River path to Tahoe City; spend the day at the spa; skate or sled. Winter is pure fun in Tahoe. [Read More]

West Virginia: Daniels, The Resort at Glade Springs - Fly Fishing, Camp Glade and a Spa. .

Southwestern West Virginia has and abundance of meandering roadways and delightful secret places, ideal for family gatherings. The Resort at Glade Springs is one of those secret places nestled amid 4,100 acres of mountainous forests, hills and streams. Whether you want to conquer some white water, golf all day, hike trails, rock climb, or just relax, it is a great mountain getaway for families. [Read More]

Vermont: Stowe, Topnotch Resort & Spa – Family Vacation Fun - Skiing, Sleigh Rides, and a Spa Time.

Winter in Vermont’s Green Mountains provides oodles of ways to enjoy family time surrounded by natural beauty and friendly people. Hit the slopes, ski cross-country, try dog sledding or just relax by a roaring fire – come experience Green Mountain time at Topnotch. [Read More]

Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, Family Vacation Ideas – Dinosaurs, Go Carts, and Shopping for Bargains.

Need a break? Looking for fun with no hassles? Pigeon Forge has a spunky charm, a friendly mountain spirit and plenty of ways to enjoy time away with the kids. Imagine sunshine and fresh mountain air; think sweatshirts and sneakers; have fun and make memories. [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]

Colorado: Denver, Family Vacation Ideas – Dinosaurs, Cockpits, and Komodo Dragons.

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]

Tennessee: Gatlinburg, Timber Tops – Vacation Cabins Made for Family Fun.

It goes without saying Gatlinburg is a terrific summer family vacation spot – cool mountain air, spunky shops, trendy restaurants, and oodles of ways to have fun. And to maximize freedom, the ideal family vacation base is a mountaintop cabin. [Read More]

West Virginia: Daniels, Family Vacation Ideas – Fishing, Rafting, and Sporting Clays.

Southern West Virginia offers hiking, biking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, live theatre, antiques, golf, sporting clays, fishing, horseback riding, caving and spa experiences. Scenic and wild, the area contains the spectacular New River Gorge, also known as the “Grand Canyon of the East” and miles of green shaded, no-name roads waiting to be explored. [Read More]

Vermont: Highgate Springs, Tyler Place Family Resort - All-inclusive Summer Vacation Fun.

Known for independent flair and extraordinary children's programs, The Tyler Place combines a feeling of nostalgia with cutting-edge resort facilities creating a vacation atmosphere that renews families, reignites marriages, and restores the natural fun and charms of childhood on the shores of Shipyard Bay on Lake Champlain. [Read More]

Vermont: Smugglers’ Notch Resort, New Summertime Family Fun Day Tripping.

For kids (parents too) seeking fun and adventure on their summer vacation, Smugglers’ Notch Resort in Vermont has expanded its programming to include new day trips for ages 9-15. These day trips will offer kids the camaraderie of a group experience, while showcasing what Vermont is famous for including outdoor adventure, pristine fresh lake and river waters, and nature discovery. [Read More]

Alabama: Leesburg, Chesnut Bay Resort - Weiss Lake, Cherokee Rock Village and Sequoyah Caverns.

Located in the mountains of Northeastern Alabama Chestnut Bay is a serene and quieting place; an ideal place to unwind and regroup. Perched on the shores of mirror-like Weiss Lake, the family friendly resort provides families comfortable lake houses and poolside villas outfitted to create a home-away-from–home atmosphere. Surrounded by lush forest lands and bird songs, cloaked by starry nights and cool mountain air, the resort offers guests an easy-paced vacation complete with lake toys, and fishing poles. [Read More]

Vermont: Stowe, Trapp Family Lodge Summertime Family Vacation Fun - Hiking, Mountain Biking, and Music.

Escape to the Green Mountains of Vermont for and energizing family vacation. Hike, swim, play tennis, go mountain biking, practice yoga, and enjoy spa time. Enjoy family time and feel rested, refreshed, recharged, and reconnected. [Read More]

California: Lake Tahoe, Resort at Squaw Creek – Delivering Summer Magical Memories and Oodles of Family Fun.

A summer celebration similar to the annual Magical Memories festivities that take place every winter season has been created for summer guests. The new themed weekends run from July 10 through August 30. [Read More]

Vermont: Smugglers’ Notch, Smuggs Resort , Summertime Family Fun - Mountain Boarding, Via Ferrata, and Segways.

Try an all-terrain Segway; climb a rock wall, run a rope bridge, follow the Via Ferrata; canoe the lake, try diggerling, or go dog-carting . Being edgy is what makes Smugglers' unique within the family vacation niche. They take pride in offering a total summer vacation experience which includes evrything you would normally expect pools, hikes, bikes, music, and dancing plus the latest in fun, like Segways, diggerling, disc golf and geocaching. [Read More]

Vermont: Smugglers' Notch, Smuggs Resort Teen Connections - Music, Via Ferrata, and Mountain Boarding.

Teen guests call it “The Notch” and know that “It’s good.” For parents vacationing with teens, it means a bored-no-more zone with stuff to do and best of all other teens. Smugglers' is known for its extensive programs for all ages, including a daily all-day summer camp program for ages 3-17. Activities inlcude water sports, pool time, hiking, biking, mountain boarding, diggerling, disc golf, geochaching, music, dances, and Vis Ferrata challenges. [Read More]

Colorado: Aspen, Family Vacation Ideas - Hiking, Rafting and Aspen Theatre in the Park.

Surrounded by breathtaking beauty this historic mining town offers families oodles of summer vacation options. Aspen known by reputation as a luxury Colorado ski resort destination makes vacationing in the summer easy. Enjoy the clear cool mountain air; sleep late; take in a play at the Opera House; hike, bike or discover the Fairy Caves with the kids. Aspen has the good stuff for families. [Read More]

Tennessee: Sevierville, Comfort Inn Apple Valley – Family Fun in the Smokies.

Spacious, comfortable and in the heart of the Smokies, the award winning staff is known for friendliness and Southern hospitality creating the ideal atmosphere for a stress free family vacation. [Read More]

West Virginia: Oak Hill, ACE Adventure Center, Rafting, Kayaking, Biking, Climbing, Hiking, Rappelling and Zip-lining – Family Adventures Made Easy.

Imagine one family vacation spot tucked away amid a forest but within footsteps of a slew of day adventures - a place where all you have to do is arrive, check in and your family adventure vacation fun begins. [Read More]

New York: Greene County, Catskills Family Vacation Ideas, Butterflies and Bears, Splash Parties, and a Farm Adventure.

Imagine a family vacation spot with golf, tennis, bowling, hay rides, fishing, stargazing, horseback riding, hiking, drive-in movies, bowling, mountain biking, mountaintop picnics, farm adventures, and a waterpark. Add to that farm fresh produce markets, awesome ice cream, delicious German pastries and tasty Black Horse Farm pies. You are imagining Greene County in the family friendly Catskills. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Resort at Squaw Creek

An all-season mountain resort a great place for family vacations. Enjoy our Mountain Buddies™, our comprehensive children's program. [Read More]

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Lake Tahoe, Nevada: Resort at Squaw Creek

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Resort at Squaw Creek "Magical Memories".

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Whistler, British Columbia: Mountainside Lodge

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Francestown, New Hampshire: Crotched Mountain Resort

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

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Cashiers, North Carolina: Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

A family vacation base with altitude. [Read More]

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Smugglers' Notch, Vermont: Smugglers Notch Resort

Check out what we can offer your family for the best vacation in Vermont. We love families and it shows in our staff and packages. [Read More]

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Stowe, Vermont: Trapp Family Lodge

Relax and Enjoy Summertime Family Fun. [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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Stowe, Vermont: Topnotch Resort and Spa

A perfect New England destination for families. [Read More]

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Gatlinburg, Tennessee: Timber Tops - Your Cabin Rental

Stay more, save more on your family mountain vacation. [Read More]

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Sevierville, Tennessee: Comfort Inn Apple Valley

Southern hospitality and family fun in the Smokies with 10% savings of your stay! Walk out our back door and take in the aroma of the apple orchard, to the left is the Little Pigeon River running alongside our hotel. Relax and enjoy a picnic on the bank of the river. [Read More]

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Pigeon Forge Vacation Packages

Our Vacation Packages offer action-packed family fun travel all year round! [Read More]

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Pigeon Forge Cabins & Chalets

Whether you’re looking to get away with friends or your entire family, Pigeon Forge offers a variety of cabins, condos and chalets that will fit the size of your clan. [Read More]

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North Conway, New Hampshire: Red Jacket Mountain View Resort

Take your kids to Storyland. [Read More]

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