City Takes — Urban Vacations for Families

CityTakesLandingPageA family vacation in a large city or urban area often takes extra planning but such vacations provide sites, sounds, smells and plenty of action. It is like being part of a giant movie set. From subways, cab rides and bus stops to museums, monuments and theatre, urban holidays have the potential to be super charged with fun. Cities offer unique neighborhoods and historic walking tours; they provide grand buildings and corner markets; hands-on museums and live theatre experiences. Consider Miami, New York, Boston, Washington DC, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco. Think about Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City or Vancouver. Escape with the kids to London, Edinburgh, Paris or Prague. (Image provided by NYC and Co.)
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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]

Southern California CityPass Family Vacation Ideas – Disneyland, Universal Studios and San Diego’s Sea World. .

Just imagine a whirl wind Southern California family adventure combining Los Angeles, Anaheim and San Diego and including entertainment, roller coasters, movie themed thrilling rides, dolphins, whales and one of a kind animal encounters. CityPass has a blockbuster ticket book which makes it easy to do it all one family vacation. There is really no need to wait. Buy a CityPass and do the city, it’s as easy as that. The pocket-sized coupon book saves money and makes the deciding effortless. [Read More]

Georgia: Atlanta, CityPass Family Vacation Ideas, Dinosaurs, Art and and Aquarium.

Unlike many U.S. cities, Atlanta’s attractions aren’t a line-up of doorways on crowded streets. Each one is expansive, full of personality and distinctive placement; many are remarkable not only for their beautiful buildings, unique collections and exhibitions, but because they were designed within gardens and woodlands, amid an urban environment. The city is trendy and energizing offering visitors Southern style and plenty of cool stuff for families. [Read More]

Texas: San Antonio, Family Vacation Ideas - The Alamo, River Walk and an Awesome Zoo.

The city is really a vacation playground for families. From beautiful Brackenridge Park with the Witte Museum and the San Antonio Zoo to the lively city center with the energizing River Walk and the historic Alamo, the city is spunky and fun. [Read More]

Washington: Seattle, CityPass Family Vacation Ideas - Puget Sound touch Tanks, Viking Lander Flight Capsule, and the Space Needle.

Anchored in place by Pike Place Market, a must see it is also the home of Boeing which in itself is cool. This city displays an amazing amount of creative energy and makes vacationing with kids a delight. Surrounded by natural beauty it offers a unique menu of activities including arts and music as well as science, history and just pure fun. Visit the original Starbucks; shop in Pike Street Market; catch amazing sunsets; sample sushi; watch saltwater taffy being made; ride a mono rail. There is really no need to wait.   [Read More]

California: Hollywood, CityPass Family Vacation Ideas - Movie Stars, Celebrities and Entertainment.

Go for the glamour of sunny Southern California with time in Hollywood at the very heart of the TV and film mystique. The Hollywood Walk of Fame CityPass make sit easy to find the right places at the right time. The coupon booklet offers a star filled selection of movie and television locations, make-up, sets, and memorabilia in the heart of scene-chewing historic Hollywood. [Read More]

Colorado: Denver, Family Vacation Awesome Science Field Trips.

Located on the eastern baseline of awesome Rocky Mountains, Denver is trendy, spunky and definitely family friendly. Sunshine makes the difference more than 300 days of the year making the city attractive to anyone who enjoys being outside. The city maintains the nation's largest city park system and provides more than 650 miles of paved bike pathways. It is a city for first class family field trips. On the best list: The Denver Zoo, The Downtown Aquarium, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Denver Botanic Gardens, Butterfly Pavilion & Insect Center, and the Wildlife Experience. [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]

Ontario: Toronto, CityPass Family Vacation Ideas - SkyPod, Gorillas and a Castle.

Create a Canadian urban adventure which includes a castle, gorillas, water fun, quirky science stuff, amazing art and a Sky Pod trip. Buy a City Pass and do the city, it’s as easy as that. The pocket-sized Toronto coupon book makes the deciding effortless and provides an itinerary for the best of Toronto with kids. The pass book provides admission, helps you bypass ticket lines and has loads of helpful information, including transportation, hours, insider's tips and more. [Read More]

California: San Francisco CityPass Family Vacation Ideas - Cable Cars, Sea Lions and The Golden Gate Bridge.

Northern California provides oodles of positive energy and San Francisco maximizes the energy from every angle. It is just naturally a fun place to enjoy sun, sea and city all in the same day. Ride a cable car; walk under sharks, jump on a carousel; taste marvelous taffy chocolates on the wharf; touch sea stars; listen to a pipe organ; cruise the Bay. CityPass makes creating a San Francisco urban family adventure easy. [Read More]

Washington DC: Fall 2007 Shakespeare, The Berlin Wall and Madame Tussauds’.

Urban family adventures in DC never match a specific formula. The choices are endless and effortless so no two days need be the same. From National Cathedral, Shakespeare and the Kennedy Center Family Theatre to the new Newseum, Madame Tussauds’ and butterflies at National Museum of Natural History, things look perfect for a family adventure in the city this fall. [Read More]

Washington, DC: Holiday Inns within the City.

Checkout the National Zoo, ride the METRO, enjoy hands-on activities at your favorite Smithsonian Museums. There are four urban locations, Holiday Inn Washington-On the Hill, Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House, Holiday Inn Washington-Capitol and Holiday Inn Georgetown, each with a welcome mat for families on holiday in the area. Select the perfect match for your family and begin your own urban adventure in the city. Each location has a “Kids Eat Free” policy. [Read More]

Virginia: Arlington, Holiday Inn Stays.

Just across the Potomac three Holiday Inn options invite families to stay and play. Holiday Inn National Airport/Crystal City with easy access to Crystal City Underground; Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston with easy access to Pentagon City Mall; Holiday Inn Rosslyn at Key Bridge is only steps from Georgetown. Each location has a “Kids Eat Free” policy making your stay even better. [Read More]

Virginia: Alexandria, Mclean, and Sterling, Holiday Inns in DC Area.

The Washington DC area provides many opportunities for fun and educational experiences with your children. Stay in Virginia yet enjoy easy access to the best stuff for families including shopping, museums, theatre and recreation. Family vacation lodging options include spots in Alexandria, McClean and Sterling - each with easy access to Washington DC for a day adventure in the city. Each location has a “Kids Eat Free” policy making your stay even better. [Read More]

Maryland: Holiday Inns DC Area.

Stay in Maryland yet enjoy the best of Washington DC area. Family vacation lodging options include Gaithersburg near Agricultural History Farm Park and Johns Hopkins University; College Park the National Archives, and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and Chevy Chase near Friendship Mall and Chevy Chase Pavilion. Each location has a “Kids Eat Free” policy. [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]

Georgia: Atlanta, Sheraton Atlanta Coca-Cola, Peaches, and an Aquarium.

Located in the heart of the city, the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel is just minutes away from the Georgia World Congress Center, Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and the Georgia Dome. It is an ideal spot to launch a family urban adventure. [Read More]

Colorado: Denver, Family Vacation Ideas.

The awesome Rocky Mountains guard the city providing an ever changing mountain views throughout the city. The tenth largest downtown in the U.S. is distinctly urban, delightfully natural and ready for families. It is a destination with a spectacular mile-long pedestrian promenade at its heart and miles of bike paths to be enjoyed. History, art and theatre thrive in Denver providing families with oodles of options for vacation fun; for families, the city rocks. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Minneapolis, Minnesota: Holiday Inn Metrodome

Stay close to the action. [Read More]

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Hyatt Regency Bonaventure

Bring the family and escape to our 23-acre retreat located just 20 minutes from the Fort Lauderdale airport. [Read More]

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Delta Chelsea Hotel

A perfect city stop for families. At the Delta Chelsea we treat young travelers with the courtesy and respect they deserve while offering a wide range of services and amenities that parents will appreciate. Camp Chelsea operates from March-November and is in full swing in July and August. [Read More]

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Arlington, Virginia: Holiday Inn's Arlington, Virginia Area

Museums and Kids Eat Free with Shopping galore. [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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Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

Escape for great family fun. [Read More]

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Washington, Washington D.C.: Bethesda Court Hotel

Book our Family Zoo Package. [Read More]

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Hyatt Regency Long Beach

Oceanfront Luxury. [Read More]

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Washington, Washington D.C.: Courtyard Embassy Row Family Fun Package.

Two-night weekend package 50% discount on second room for the kids. [Read More]

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Boston, Massachusetts: Hyatt Regency Boston

Reinvent Family Time at Hyatt Regency Boston [Read More]

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Denver, Colorado: Hyatt Regency Denver

Stay in our striking, new, state-of-the-art hotel. Convenient access to all of the Downtown Denver attractions, from shops and restaurants to sporting events and nightlife. [Read More]

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Paris Marriot Vacation Special

See more, do more, no lines, no waits, Marriott makes Paris easy. [Read More]

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Los Angeles Attractions

Unlimited Admission at over 37 Attractions and Tours for 1 Low Price. [Read More]

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Miami Attractions

Take advantage of exclusive values and save up to 20% on shopping and dining throughout the city. [Read More]

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