Family Vacations Directory - U.S. - Southwest

USASouthwestFamily vacation spots: Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Tucson, Phoenix, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Arizona’s Saguaro National Park, and the Grand Canyon. Family vacation activities: camping, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, wrangling, whitewater rafting, swimming, fishing, ranch stays, dinosaur digs, pow-wows, bison watching, skiing, skating, snow-boarding, snowmobiling, living history, art museums, theatre under the stars, music festivals, spas, shopping, baseball, theme parks, roller coasters, rodeos and cowboy poetry. (Image from Tucson, Arizona.)

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ARTICLES
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]

USA: Southwest, Family Camps Just for Fun.

There are family vacation camps to fit all family types. Some are pure camps which include parents or grandparents along with kids; some are hybrids that are really resorts with great activity programs, but all make it easy to be a kid with the kids. Imagine interacting with sea lions in Texas, taking a moonlight swim in New Mexico or listening to a frontier story in Oklahoma. Plan on making a few one-of-a-kind family memories. [Read More]

Arizona: Tucson, Nickelodeon Getaways Check Back In To Starr Pass This Spring.

After a “slimingly” successful spring, summer and fall at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa, the resort announced today the fun-filled Nickelodeon Getaway program will return this spring. Beginning Friday, March 5, families can once again enjoy an exciting weekend filled with games, crafts, Dive-In movies, and character meet & greets, all with a side of “neat” or “messy.” Families are invited to experience SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, games, movies, slimings & more - many of the events are free to guests. [Read More]

Tours: Austin Lehman Family Vacation Adventures – Stress Free, Fun, and “Green”.

Anyone blessed with energetic, half-crazed children knows that family vacations can be exhausting and stressful. Vacations should be worthwhile, restful, and natural bonding experiences. And in a perfect world family vacations should be earth friendly, sort of green yet fun. [Read More]

USA: Program Pairs Bike Rentals with Rail-Trails across United States.

Two fundamentals of recreation have come together as nationwide bike rental network RentaBikeNow.com joins forces with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), which drives the conversion of former railroad lines into recreational paths. [Read More]

USA: Marriott International Hotels and Resorts - Kids Golf-4-Free.

If golfing is your family “thing” and you are looking for a way to keep your family together on the greens then Marriott’s family golf program may be just the deal breaker for your next family vacation. Think free play, free lessons, free club rentals, and free fun. [Read More]

USA: Southwest, Spring Break Family Vacation Ideas – Ball Games, Horseback Riding, and Storytelling.

Whatever your family’s passion, we have a spring break vacation idea to fit your quest. Enjoy sunshine and watch a ball game in Frisco; try hiking Sandia Peak; shop in San Marcos; stargaze in Santa Fe; go horseback riding in Arizona. [Read More]

USA/Mexico: Shell Vacations Offering Warm Weather Vacation Deals.

If planning a spring break with your kids is on your “to do” list and a warm weather spot is your wish, checkout the new vacation deals offered by Shell Vacations Hospitality for getaways in California, Texas, Arizona, Nevada and even Mexico. [Read More]

Arizona: Williams, Riding the Grand Canyon Railway.

Northern Arizona provides a family vacation high like no other. The combination of amazing scenery and plenty of energizing activities makes it easy to disconnect, relax and have fun. No two day will match but everyday will be memorable. Camp along the South Rim or ride a mule to the canyon floor. Learn about the Sinagua or participate in stargazing sessions. Ride the train to the rim or go on horseback through the forest. Our list of favorite makes it easy to just do it. [Read More]

USA: Family Vacation Fun – Rent Bikes in 144 Cities Across North America.

For active families RentBikesNow.com is a great resource to compliment a family vacation. If you have no intention to travel with your own bikes yet enjoy bike riding with your children then they can make it happen. [Read More]

Texas: Grapevine, Gaylord Texan Resort – Lone Star Christmas and Magical Winter Wonderland of ICE!

Families looking for the North Pole and maybe a glimpse of Santa need to head just north of DFW Airport. Gaylord Texan Resort will be creating magic for the tykes and their families who visit ICE! – a winter wonderland fantasy. [Read More]

USA: Southwest - Santa Trains and Holiday Lights.

Need a mini break, something easy and fun to do with your kids? During the winter months traditional “Santa Trains,” provide quick, easy fun. From Texas to Arizona and New Mexico pretend journeys to the North Pole in winter and “bunny” trains provide day adventures with spunk. Featured below you will find our favorite train excursions for families. [Read More]

Texas: Hill Country, Comfort’s Scarecrow Invasion Is Pure Family Fun.

Visitors to the Texas Hill Country know that fall has officially arrived when they see the smiling faces of scarecrows begin to appear in Comfort for the town’s annual Scarecrow Invasion. [Read More]

Arizona: Mesa, MACFest Free Family Fun with No Extra Calories.

Located only minutes from downtown Phoenix and Scottsdale, the City of Mesa has a variety of free fall festivals and exciting outdoor events geared to the spirit of the Southwest. [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]

Texas: Plano, Balloon Fest Family Fun - Colorful Balloons in Flight, Arts and Crafts, and Kids Fun Zone.

The 30th Annual 2009 Plano Balloon Festival will feature five balloon launches throughout the weekend and a wide variety of affordable family fun. [Read More]

New Mexico: Heritage Hotels and Resorts, Albuquerque, Las Cruces and Santa Fe - the Authentic American Southwest.

In a world cluttered with sameness and fakes it is refreshing to effortlessly share authentic region culture with your children. Heritage provides the family friendly atmosphere in which to create memories to last a life time. The American Southwest is uniquely presented at each Heritage Hotel and Resort. From the adobe textures and Saltillo floors to the richness of the gardens and beauty of the Native American art guest experience a sense of place that is an obvious bonus to any family vacation. [Read More]

USA: Best Rated Fall Festivals & Corn Mazes 2009 – Quick Family Roadtrip Getaways Across America.

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]

Arizona: Rio Rico, Esplendor Resort – Golf, Amazing High Desert Sunsets, and Family Fun.

There’s a spunky carefree attitude obvious from the moment of arrival making a family getaway in the high desert super fun. Maybe the location has something to do with it. The Santa Cruz Valley just 40 minutes south of Tucson and only 2 1/2 hours from Phoenix is the home of Esplendor Resort. Vacationing families stay in hacienda style rooms amid centuries of history framing the soul of the Old West and spirit of Colonial Mexico. [Read More]

Texas: Arlington, Family Vacation Ideas – Baseball, Waterslides and a Heart Full of Art!

Imagine a family vacation with action and plenty of fun. Arlington isn’t just about the Texas Rangers and Six Flags although they are part of the fun. The city offers a rich mix of vacation experiences and oodles of possibilities to make memories. From ballpark rubbings and sundaes with Scooby-Doo to art and live theatre for kids, the fun stuff is waiting. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Tempe, Arizona: Fiesta Resort Shopping Package

Shop 'till you drop, we'll give you $20 plus a ride to the Mall! [Read More]

Fiesta Resort Shopping Package

UpTake, Oklahoma: Oklahoma City Restaurant Reviews

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Irving, Texas: Wingate by Wyndham Irving

Bring your family and stay with us when visiting the many area attractions. [Read More]

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Phoenix, Arizona: Legacy Golf Resort (The)

Enjoy 10th anniversary family vacation savings. [Read More]

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Scottsdale, Arizona: Orange Tree Golf Resort

Go away green and save up to 10% on your family vacation. [Read More]

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Tucson, Arizona: Starr Pass Golf Suites

Go away green and save up to 10% on your next family vacation. [Read More]

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Houston, Texas: CityPass Houston - A Family Vacation Idea

Valid for nine leisurely days from day of first use. [Read More]

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San Antonio, Texas: Hill Country Inn & Suites at Salado Creek Villas

Family Friendly Summer Vacation Special! Creek Villas, Pre-pay for a 2-night or more stay and we’ll give you a $25 gas card. [Read More]

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San Antonio, Texas: Salado Creek Villas

Family Friendly Summer Vacation Special! Family Vacation Advanced Purchase Special! Save up to 20%. [Read More]

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Scottsdale, Arizona: Orange Tree Golf Resort Family Fun

Stay with us for family fun and golf. [Read More]

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Las Cruces, New Mexico: Hotel Encanto

Las Cruces Loves Little Ones - a family vacation package. [Read More]

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Albuquerque, New Mexico: Hotel Albuquerque

Old Town Family Fun Vacation Package. [Read More]

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Albuquerque, New Mexico: Nativo Lodge

Up, Up and Away with Your Kids. [Read More]

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Santa Fe, New Mexico: Lodge At Santa Fe

Lodge at Santa Fe Family Fun Package. [Read More]

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Rio Rico, Arizona: Esplendor Resort

Family Fun Package perfect for your family. [Read More]

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