Ideas for your 2010 Family Vacation
Now you know the reasons why staying in a by owner vacation rental makes sense when planning vacations with children, but are you left wondering just where to go when planning to travel with a toddler in your entourage? It’s pretty safe to say that a couple of things can be ruled out immediately – a quiet weekend in a romantic locale or a few days of marathon shopping, museum hopping and fine dining in the hippest spots a happening city has to offer are best saved for a kidless adventure. But, those things aside, there are plenty of wonderful destinations perfect for your next vacations with children. From beaches to amusement parks and everything in between, we’ve assembled today’s Scenic Seven:
Scenic’s Top 7 Places to Play when Traveling with your Family
1. Walt Disney World - It’s the quintessential kid-friendly vacation and as a parent you’re obligated to go at least once. Left-coasters are within easy reach of Disneyland, so there’s no excuse to keep putting the trip off “until they’re older.” You’ll find much more than mouse ears in these iconic destinations. Fine dining, upscale shopping and serene spas share the spotlight with old favorites like the Whirling Teacups. Many of our Florida Disney and Anaheim rentals boast private pools, so you just may get a few minutes of peace and quiet after all.
2. The Beach – Some beach, any beach, doesn’t matter where. From favorite spots on the Florida Panhandle to the Carolina Coast and more, grab the sand pails, shovels and sunblock and head out for some fun in the sun.
3. San Diego Zoo – Just north of downtown San Diego, this is truly one of the world’s greatest zoos. Spend the day discovering more than 4,000 rare and endangered animals, then spend a few days exploring all that the San Diego area has to offer. From the beach to the boardwalk, you’ll find it all here.
4. Rocky Mountains- Summer in Colorado is often less expensive than a winter trip and just as fun-filled. Take a family hike or enjoy an air conditioned ride up the mountain in a gondola. At night, roast marshmallows in the cool mountain air while you build memories that will last a lifetime. With our Colorado mountain rentals you can experience all the wonder of the wilderness without leaving the comforts of home behind.
5. Take a trip to The Caribbean and enjoy an adventure in paradise. Sure, you can go to the beach in the States, but there’s really no substitute for the crystal blue water, amazing beaches and lush landscape that await in the tropics. Kids will be in awe of the exotic birds and wildlife and endless activities and Mom and Dad will be relaxed from the moment they step off the plane.
6. Experience a tropical playground without a passport on a family vacation Hawaii. From the Big Island to Kauaiand Maui, each island has it’s own personality and flavor, but all offer a myriad of activities to keep everyone entertained. From hiking the volcanoes to surfing and swimming and even a walk through history with a visit to Pearl Harbor, a Hawaiian holiday is fun for the whole family.
7. Sometimes the best family vacations are the simplest. A Lake Vacation offers families a chance to slow down, enjoy the scenery and spend time relaxing with one another. Children can swim, the more adventurous might try their hand at skiing and a long boat ride is usually enough to thaw even the iciest of teen tantrums. Cap off each day with smores around a fire or swapping stories under the stars – these are the summer memories that last. With almost 200 lake rental properties for rent on Scenic Rentals, there’s a unique vacation lake rental in every corner of the country.
To find your ideal vacation rental home, search for by owner vacation rentals via the keyword search engine on Scenic Rentals, visit our search page and enter search terms (beach, lake, Disney, etc) in the “Quick Search” box.
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