Family Vacations Directory - U.S. - Great Lakes

LPGreatLakesGreatWolfOhioFamily vacation spots: Chicago, South Bend, Springfield, Minneapolis, Otter Tail Country, Ohio’s Warren County, Indianapolis, Door County, Wisconsin Dells, Detroit, and Grand Rapids. Family vacation fun: camping, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, sailing, farm stays, dinosaur digs, pow-wows, bison watching, skating, ziplining, living history, museums, theatre, music festivals, spas, shopping, baseball, waterparks, and roller coasters. (Image from Great Wolf Lodge, Warren County, Ohio

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USA: Best-Rated Fall Festivals & Corn Mazes 2010 – Daytrips and Quick Family Getaways.

Fun, quick, and easy is the magic phrase for families; pint-sized fun is better than no fun at all whether it’s a getaway for a day or an escape for a weekend, enjoying time together and making memories matters. [Read More]

USA: Great Lakes, Best Corn Mazes and Fall Festivals for Family Fun

From Wisconsin to Minnesota and Iowa to Indiana the idea is simple, enjoy the season. Sometimes with a pumpkin patch and sometimes haunted on weekend nights, mazes provide unique signatures as the lunar calendar ends the calendar year. [Read More]

Illinois: Chicago, Science Storms Takes Families by Storm at MSI.

Be blown away by a 40-foot tornado swirling before you. See bolts of lightning crack over your head. Trigger an avalanche. Unleash a tsunami wave. Science Storms at MSI is a wild ride of family fun. [Read More]

Illinois: Chicago, Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) Showcasing a New Family Musical, The Emperor’s New Clothes.

Here’s the perfect reason to put Chicago on your family vacation list right now - a world premiere stage event at Navy Pier based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story. [Read More]

Wisconsin: Wisconsin Dells, Tommy Bartlett Exploratory has “The Right Stuff” for Space Travel Fans.

One of the newest additions the Exploratory is an exact replica of a Mercury Space Capsule, which represents the United State’s first manned spaceship. [Read More]

Wisconsin: Baraboo, Seeing Cranes on Our Own Family Fieldtrip.

The International Crane Foundation, near Baraboo and not far from Wisconsin Dells, offers naturalists and families with budding naturalists a front row view of more than a dozen crane species in their natural habitats. [Read More]

Wisconsin: Wisconsin Dells, Family Vacation Ideas – River Ducks, Fishing Spots and a Circus.

Anchored on bluffs more than 100 feet above the Wisconsin River, the Dells offers visitors natural beauty and a funky family vacation atmosphere. The vacation menu includes the various amphibious adventures, mega water slides, Indian heritage, shopping, science challenges, water-skiing shows and circus antics. [Read More]

Illinois: Chicago, CityPass Family Vacation Ideas - Sea Otters, NASA Missions, and a Submarine.

With a CityPass booklet it is easy to create your own urban adventure. Just add deep dish pizza, a trip to Navy Pier, and a Chicago Shakespeare Theater show and let the vacation memories happen. [Read More]

Michigan: Detroit, Free or Almost Free Family Vacation Fun.

Not every memory making moment need tax the family vacation budget. There are plenty of cool "free" things to do at almost any family vacation destination (Well, maybe not Disney.) but adding the free fun and extra value takes a little sleuthing. [Read More]

USA: Great Lakes, 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]

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: Family Camps – Why Should Kids Have All the Fun?

Family camp is similar to summer camps for kids but for the whole family gets in on the fun. The lodgings are basic, meals and many activities are included and the experience is easy on the family vacation budget. [Read More]

Indiana: Indianapolis, Bob the Builder™ Returns to the Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

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. [Read More]

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

Families can escape to Otter Tail County no matter what season, and enjoy a delightful family vacation without worrying about crowds or stress. 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]

Minnesota: Detroit Lakes, East Silent Resort Family Vacation Ideas – Sand Volleyball, Fishing, and Banana Boat Rides.

Customize your perfect Minnesota lakes vacation with the endless possibilities. Imagine a cozy cabin in the woods on the shores of a sparkling lake. Then add skiing, tubing, fishing, snorkeling, canoeing, swimming, and boating plus sand volleyball, basketball, lawn games, campfires, bird watching, biking and a safe playground for tiny tykes. [Read More]

USA: 11th Annual Take Your Daughter to the Course Week - Family Fun on the Greens.

According to the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) July is "Family Golf Month" across the country and with the launch of our new Family Travel Files golf lifestyle folder we are anxious to showcase our recent discoveries about families and golf. [Read More]

Wisconsin: Family Vacation Ideas - Go for the Art, Stay for Fun.

Kids and art, it’s a natural and museums in Wisconsin have created effortless ways for parents, grandparents and children of all ages to enjoy fine art. From Sheboygan to Madison and Oshkosh to Milwaukee, art in Wisconsin is not boring and static anymore. It is all about seeing, touching, hearing and being part of the artistic energy which is very much alive within the state. [Read More]

Ohio: Warren County, Defining American History with Stories from the Heart.

In Lebanon, Ohio an American history lesson comes alive with a southwest Ohio re-enactor who provides a believable escape to freedom experience as “Sadie”, a slave girl. She narrates her story for visitors of all ages to absorb.   [Read More]

Ohio: Warren County, The Ultimate Mother-Daughter Getaway.

From premium shopping centers, designer outlet malls and hundreds of antique and specialty shops, to thrilling adventures and relaxing spas, Warren County is the perfect destination for mothers and daughters looking to reconnect by spending some quality time together. [Read More]

USA: Heartland, Spring Break Family Vacation Ideas - Waterparks, Museum Encounters, and a Pizza Party.

Getaway ideas to cure spring fever may be found through the Heartland States. From Minnesota and Illinois to Indiana and Ohio, we have ideas that spell fun. Whatever your family’s passion, we have spring break vacation ideas to fit the quest. Need to feel warm sunshine and the crunch of snow underfoot? Want the excitement of splashing the kids at a state-of-the-art waterpark? [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Wisconsin Dells: Fitzgerald's Motel

A perfect sleeping place for families. We offer uniquely-decorated clean rooms with great rates. [Read More]

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Wisconsin Dells: The Wintergreen Resort

Stay includes FREE Mt. Olympus Waterpark tickets for the whole family! [Read More]

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Wisconsin Dells: Carousel Inn & Suites

A perfect place for kids 10 and under and has delightful indoor and outdoor waterparks so everyone is sure to have fun rain OR shine! [Read More]

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Wisconsin Dells: Skyline Hotel & Suites

Check out our Noah's Ark Water Park Special, Mt. Olympus Water Park and Original Wisconsin Ducks Special deals making a perfect family vacation. [Read More]

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Wisconsin Dells: Baker's Sunset Bay Resort

A resort on the peaceful site of Wisconsin Dells right on Lake Delton. Get Free Kalahari Theme Park Tickets with your stay! [Read More]

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Madison: Crowne Plaza - Madison

Enjoy a stay beyond your expectations. [Read More]

Wisconsin Dells: Sandstone Cabin Rentals

Family and pet friendly cozy cabins on the Wisconsin River. [Read More]

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Wisconsin Dells: Thunder Valley Inn

Our young guests help Farmer Helen feed the farm animals! Velkommen from the Nelson Family! [Read More]

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Chicago: Hotel Indigo Gold Coast

Experiencing Hotel Indigo Downtown will delight your five senses. Offering: Family Fun and Share the museums of Chicago with your kids packages. [Read More]

Chicago: Comfort Inn Chicago

Family-friendly comfortable lodging at reasonable rates in the heart of the city. Family Fun Package waiting for your family. [Read More]

Montello: Scharenberg's White Lake Golf Resort

Play & Stay Golf Packages up to 30% off all season long. [Read More]

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Cincinnati North: Ride and Roar Getaway

Only $319!Includes stay, Kings Is. Zoo tickets and more. [Read More]

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Superior : Barkers Island Inn Resort

A place on the water for all ages to relax and play. [Read More]

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Galena: Resort at Galena

Golf, shopping, history, and family fun. [Read More]

Cohasset: Ruttgers Sugar Lake Lodge

Family fun and nighttime walleye action. [Read More]