Destinations/Stops Along the Way

Destinations/Stops Along the Way

Travel to some of this country’s top destinations as you plan your next adventure, be it an educational, historical, or pure adventure!

Moss Landing, Monterey Bay’s Lesser-Known, Family Friendly Nature Escape

Moss Landing, once known only for its antique shops and fishing companies is now a mecca for families in search of wildlife adventures and unspoiled coastline at a slower and more low keyed pace.

Historic Rankin Motel Outside of Yellowstone National Park

The next time you visit Yellowstone National Park, make a plan to stay at the charming little Rankin Motel located in Ashton, Idaho.

Winter Family Vacation Fun: Ice Skating in Yosemite

Located in majestic Yosemite National Park, in the western part of Curry Village and nestled below Glacier Point, this gem offers breathtaking views of snow-capped Yosemite icons like Half Dome.

Granlibakken Lake Tahoe Conference Center and Lodge

In a class all its own, Granlibakken provides a serene, high country, the alpine setting for families to dine, ski, snowboard, sled, snowshoe, and unwind in a peaceful, unpretentious, tranquil, mountain setting.

Maui: An Idyllic Tropical Road Trip for Families

Aside from being a tropical paradise destination, the Hawaiian island of Maui encourages vacationing families to bond, slow down, and create treasured experiences with its unique blend of beauty, activities, history, and variety.

A Golden Family Road Trip to the Golden Isles of Georgia

The Golden Isles of Georgia feature gorgeous grounds and beautiful, several-hundred-year-old majestic oaks covered in Spanish Moss.

South Dakota and Wyoming Vacation for Outdoor-Loving Families

Enjoying a night in Keystone and visiting Mount Rushmore, we then traveled to Devil’s Tower and on to Cody, Wyoming on a great family adventure.

Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel

Likely no better place exists for a vacationing family to lay their heads near Lake Tahoe than the gorgeous Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel in the heart of South Shore.

A Taste of Kentucky Family Vacation

Kentucky’s history and modern thrills are outlined, as well as the beauty of past and present; even some excellent dining rounded out our little taste of Kentucky.

A Southwest Marathon Road Trip to Marathon, Texas

Read about one family’s southwest marathon road trip in Texas.

A Carolina Family Vacation

Blending the old and the new, this South Carolina family vacation far exceeded past expectations.

Bainbridge Island and the Kitsap Peninsula

A family-friendly tour of Seattle’s neighboring paradise.

Ojai – A Perfect Family Vacation

The setting for the beautiful community of Ojai looks like something out of a movie and it’s no surprise that movie stars and movie buffs have found this beautiful little oasis a magical getaway for decades. Now families are discovering the same.

Rock Barn’s Luxurious Family-Friendly Resort in Western North Carolina

Rock Barn Golf and Spa between Statesville and Hickory, North Carolina is a unique family vacation oasis for golfers, horse lovers, nature lovers, and spa enthusiasts.

McAllen, Texas: An Artful Family Bird-Watching Destination

Nature tourism and art marry to create a spectacular South Texas family vacation attraction in this beautiful locale where it’s a toss-up if the arts are more vibrant than the birds’ plumage.

Waco, a Friendly Taste of Central Texas’ Heartland

This beautiful little city in the heart of Texas is lush and fertile partly thanks to the gorgeous Brazos River and the Bosque River which meander through, providing an ambiance and an environment that attracts wildlife and birds as much as visitors.

Carolina Balloonfest

The three-day Carolina Balloonfest event is truly a blast and offers the perfect opportunity to watch about 50 beautiful and uniquely decorated and designed balloons.

Truckee, California

Few towns in California stir such a vast array of feelings as this one. History buffs recall the ill-fated pioneers whose lives and families were forever changed by this setting…

Boise, Idaho

This beautiful area offers families the best in outdoor recreation, history, science, adventure, and the arts…

Santa Cruz, California

The Santa Cruz area offers countless adventures. With beaches, marine life, mountains, trains, mysteries, and more…

Zephyr Cove, Nevada

If breathtaking scenery, less crowded attractions and activities, and serene mountain views are just your things, look no further than the Zephyr Cove area of Lake Tahoe…

Cave Springs Resort, Dunsmuir, California

Some places you visit and some places you experience, but staying at Cave Springs Resort you’ll make history… family history, and memories of a lifetime…

Napa Valley

The Napa Valley is a great choice for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of their everyday lives for either a family getaway or even a romantic getaway for moms and dads.

Big Bear Lake

From breathtaking vistas that rival Yosemite to serene sparkling alpine lake waters like Tahoe, Big Bear has it all—and more!

A Family Vacation in the Smokies

Looking for a family travel destination that offers homemade hospitality, culture, history, thrills, and scenery? A family vacation to Pigeon Forge, Knoxville, and Townsend, Tennessee is your answer.

Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, Maryland

Family fun, education, and adventure in one destination!

Edmonton, Alberta Canada

Americans will love the ultimate Canadian Family Destination: Edmonton, Alberta, where finding festivities and family fun is as easy as opening your eyes.

The Florida Keys

Looking for a tropical paradise vacation for your family? You don’t even have to fly over the oceans or borders, and you don’t need a passport for the best family vacation.

Two Terrific Sea Side Family Destinations

No better coastal family destination exists on the west coast than Huntington Beach and Redondo Beach where a historic pier, dazzling harbor, glistening beaches, and award-winning restaurants are just the appetizer.