Family Vacations Directory - Heartland

USAHeartlandFamily vacation spots: Chicago, Springfield, Hannibal, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Otter Tail Country, Columbus, Ohio’s Warren County, Indianapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, Green Bay, Detroit, Kansas City, St. Louis, Mitchell, Fargo, Bismarck, and Mount Rushmore. Family vacation activities: camping, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, sailing, farm stays, berry picking, bird watching, dinosaur digs, pow-wows, bison watching, maple syrup tasting, skiing, skating, snow-boarding, snowmobiling, living history, art museums, theatre under the stars, music festivals, spas, shopping, baseball, and roller coasters. (Image of Paul Bunyan, Bemidgi, Minnesota.)
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Ohio: Warren County, Family Vacation Ideas - Kings Island, Beach Waterpark and the Little Miami River.

Fun! Laughter! Excitement! It’s all waiting for you in Warren County, Ohio, just north of Cincinnati. Your tummy will do somersaults, you’ll lose your voice from screaming and laughing, and the kids will have a ball at our award-winning theme and water parks. Shop ‘til you drop for timeless and unique treasures in more than 100 charming antique and specialty shops in our quaint towns and villages. Play our award-winning golf courses, enjoy a waterway rafting trip, or even hike, bike, and Rollerblade throughout the scenic countryside. With so much to offer, it’s no wonder Warren County is Ohio’s Largest Playground! So come on, what are you waiting for? Fun and affordable family fun is just hours away. [Read More]

USA: Heartland, Secret Family Vacation Places - Wisconsin, Ohio and Missouri.

Looking for a new spot or a new family vacation idea? Imagine riding a magic train in Ohio; singing with the peacocks in Wisconsin; celebrating with a fish boil in Door County; hunting for agates along Lake Superior or petting a bearded lizard in Missouri. This is the fun stuff. [Read More]

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

No crowds, no stress, the area may be enjoyed in all seasons but is most lively during the summer season. 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]

Ohio: Warren County, Defining Living History.

“Sadie” was terror-stricken when she saw her mother being sold from their plantation in Virginia. A few years later, a small 13-year-old Sadie followed her mother’s fate and was included in an inspection line-up with a group of young female slaves, facing a potential future filled with sexual exploitation and back-breaking labor. Sadie chose to flee, seeking refuge in the north.   [Read More]

USA: Heartland, Best Beach Spots for a Family Vacation.

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: Celebrate Spring with the Birds.

From Montana to Florida and Delaware to South Dakota spring is a time to observe the amazing conversion of the seasons. America's First National Wildlife Refuge, tiny Pelican Island, hosts a celebration each March. The annual antics are really wild family fun to break up the monotony of daily life. [Read More]

Indiana: South Bend, Family Vacation Ideas - Sand Dunes, Living History and College Football.

The fun stuff is waiting within an hour of Chicago. Northern Indiana is a comfortable, friendly spot with farm markets, bakeries and natural beauty. Any list will include obvious favorites. Comb the dunes along Lake Michigan or cast a line from shore; count nesting herons or go to a star party; ride a pony or pet a llama; hike, bike or slide in the snow. Residents love to talk college football. Antique stores are rewarding and ice cream simply the best. We have a short list for action. [Read More]

Minnesota: Minneapolis, Family Vacation Ideas - Snowshoes, Puppets and a Monrail.

A remarkable city for a family holiday, winter in Minneapolis is primetime. From marvelous theatrical productions and inspiring museum programs to dreamy snow covered parks and tempting hot chocolate stops, the city shines.Spend any time at all in Minneapolis and smiling will be unavoidable. Voted the best in the USA for dozens of things, the ongoing results span the gamut.   [Read More]

Ohio: Mason, Celebrate the Holidays at the Beach.

The Beach Warterpark, perfect on a hot summer day, also has a high-energy winter personality which makes it an ideal escape for families. From old-fashioned carriage ride and reindeer at Santa's Village to live bands, carolers and a production by Madcap Puppet Theater, the activities are tempting. See the Polar Express miniature train display; toboggan down Cool Runnings slide; take an Arctic paddleboat cruise. [Read More]

USA: National Wildlife Refuge, Short Stops in Wild Places.

Flight delays, missed flights or time to spare, threaten to mix up your family vacation breakout of the airport - wildlife and wilderness is only minutes away. From Philadelphia, Baltimore and Minneapolis to Denver and San Diego there are fresh air options not far from airport chaos. A delayed flight out of Philadelphia International Airport does not have to mean a long afternoon of shopping for souvenirs or squirming in a terminal seat - wilderness is just one train stop away. [Read More]

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

The Hancock Observatory delivers a view of the region, joining a lineup of Chicago’s most treasured museums: Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum for a peek beyond the Milky Way; the Museum of Science of Industry, full of the gusto of scientific inventions and explanations; The Field Museum, an unforgettable trove of modern and ancient discoveries; The Shedd Aquarium, displaying the world’s aquatic creatures and the shifting greens and blues of Lake Michigan’s vistas. [Read More]

USA: Heartland, Best Corn Mazes and Fall Festivals for Families 2007.

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. Taste sweet apple butter or corncob jelly; carve a pumpkin or stuff a scarecrow; ride on a wagon full of hay or bob for apples; pretend at a RenFest; enjoy a film in Chicago. Make time for fun with your kids. [Read More]

Illinois: St. Charles, Pheasant Run Resort and Spa, Golf, Nature and Entertainment.

Experience the Midwest’s largest entertainment resort located amid 250 beautiful rolling acres in historic St. Charles just an hour west of downtown Chicago. Enjoy a family vacation spot with luxury, live entertainment, organized programs for children, two outstanding golf courses and a renowned spa. [Read More]

Indiana: Merrillville, Beaches, Bog Walks and Living History.

Within an hour of Chicago discoveries are waiting for families with a desire to getaway. Comb the shores of Lake Michigan; ride in a hay wagon to a pumpkin patch, hike, bike or slide in the snow. Count nesting herons or go to a star party. Ride a pony or pet a llama. The fun stuff is waiting. [Read More]

Indiana: Merrillville, Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza, A Family Getaway Spot.

Located just 35 minutes from downtown Chicago and just 20 minutes from Lake Michigan, this location defines weekend getaway. Live entertainment at the Star Plaza Theatre is footsteps from the lobby and there are plenty of parks and beaches within minutes of the front door. Getaway weekend activities include picking your own apples and, finding the perfect pumpkin or when the snow falls, cross country skiing and ice fishing. [Read More]

Illinois: Galena, Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa Family Reunions Made Easy.

In terms of effort, time and planning, family reunions are right up there with weddings - easily taking a year or more to ensure a successful and smooth event. A critical first step is finding a location that not only can accommodate groups as large as 100, but can provide one-on-one assistance with all the details. [Read More]

Minnesota: Holiday Inn Minneapolis Metrodome, Baseball, Shopping and Theatre.

Located in downtown Minneapolis, the family-friendly Holiday Inn Metrodome is within easy reach of Minneapolis’s most recognizable attractions – from the Humphrey Metrodome to the University of Minnesota and the Mall of America. [Read More]

Illinois: Chicago, Courtyard Magnificent Mile, Shopping, Navy Pier Fun and American Girl.

Enjoy the perfect urban adventure with you children. Ride the Loop; walk along the shore; have a blast on Navy Pier; see Chicago Shakes or attend the original Blue Man Group with Marriott’s Courtyard Magnificent Mile location as your family vacation base. [Read More]

Illinois: Chicago, Midway Hotel Center, Baseball, Shopping and American Girl.

Enjoy all the Chicago area has to offer with Midway Hotel Center’s family friendly hotels, ideally located near Midway Airport with easy access to all that downtown Chicago has to offer. Explore the Windy City with the entire family, and discover what makes Chicago an ideal spot for an urban adventure. [Read More]

Minnesota: Burnsville, Holiday Inn Burnsville Movie Night, Mall of America and Kids Stay Free.

Get away to the Twin Cities, and sleep at Holiday Inn Burnsville. Located in sleepy southern Minneapolis, Holiday Inn Burnsville allows families direct access to the Mall of America, the Minnesota Zoo, and Valleyfair Amusement Park and Whitewater Country. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Minneapolis, Minnesota: Holiday Inn Metrodome

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Galena, Illinois: Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa

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Lebanon, Ohio: Great Wolf Lodge Lebanon

Great Wolf Lodge has plenty of room for your entire family and even your friends with 10 different suite-style rooms. [Read More]

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Ottertail, Minnesota: Otter Tail Country

Loons, Lakes and Friendly People. Sound like heaven? Join us in Otter Tail Country - the best part of Minnesota. [Read More]

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Chicago, Illinois: Fairmont Chicago

Going Green to See Chicago Package. See all that Chicago has to offer including the Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Art Institute, Navy Pier, Chicago Architectural Foundation. The Chicago Transit Authority Visitor Pass is the perfect way to get to all of these attractions without ever having to find a parking place. [Read More]

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Lebanon, Ohio: Warren County Family Fun

Enjoy tons of family fun in our part of the world. Great family vacation packages throughout the year make planning a quick vacation break easy. [Read More]

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Lebanon, Ohio: Kings Island Adventure Park

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Mason, Ohio: Beach Water Park Mason

White sand, cool water, wild waves and real palm trees… no this isn’t Florida, this is Ohio and it's a blast! [Read More]

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Hannibal, Missouri: Hannibal - Tom and Huck Country

Plan a visit to America's Home Town, fun for the whole family day and night. [Read More]

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Bayard, Nebraska: Oregon Trail Wagon Train

Relive the days of 1850 along the Oregon Trail. [Read More]

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Carpenter, South Dakota: Possibility Farm Bed and Breakfast

Imagine life on a farm with us. [Read More]

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Dearborn, Michigan: Hyatt Regency Dearborn

Henry Ford Museum Package. [Read More]

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Merrillville, Indiana: Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza

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Merrillville, Indiana: Radisson Hotel

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Reynoldsburg (Columbus), Ohio: Country Inns and Suites

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