Family Vacations Directory - Western Edge

USAWEsternEdgeFamily vacation spots: Palm Springs, Long Beach, Santa Barbara, Monterrey, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Catalina Island, San Diego, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, the Olympic Peninsula, Mount Hood, Mount St. Helen and Yosemite. Family vacation activities: camping, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, wrangling, whitewater rafting, surfing, swimming, beach combing, fishing, whale watching, ranch stays, pow-wows, skiing, snow-boarding, snowmobiling, living history, art museums, theatre under the stars, music festivals, spas, shopping, baseball, rodeos, Universal Studios and Disney. (Image from Ojai Resort and Spa.)

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USA: Western Edge, Best Beach Spots for a Family Vacation.

Just as no two families are alike, no two beaches match the perfect beach formula. Except for sand, sun and water with an occasional fish or seabird which are fairly standard the options for fun remain varied. At the best beaches along the western edge of the USA you will find Pacific sunsets, miles of sand, rocks and surf, sandcastles, sea winds, kites, beach volleyball, music, occasional boardwalk loaded with amusements and Tillamook Cheese. [Read More]

California: Santa Cruz / Monterey, KOA – Campfires, Beach Time and a Mechanical Surfboard.

California’s Central Coast has miles of beaches and is world famous for its surfing at the surf spot known as “Steamer Lane”. Not just for the surfing crowd, the area also offers forests, farm land and wineries as well as exceptional spots for hiking, biking, camping, and birding. The pace is easy with art, theatre, music, shopping and dining providing a rich mix of vacation options. Have an adventure at Monterey Bay Aquarium; enjoy time along Santa Cruz Boardwalk; take a boat safari from Moss Landing. Finding fun stuff for a family vacation is easy.   [Read More]

California: Lodi/Stockton, Delta KOA – Gold Panning, Wakeboarding and Movies under the Stars.

Sitting between the High Sierras and the Pacific Ocean, the Delta Region of California has more than 1,000 miles of waterways dotted with islands some accessible by auto and many more accessible by boat. It’s an ideal spot for a family vacation which includes plenty of water stuff – swimming, sailing, wakeboarding, fishing and motoring. Add to that gold panning and living history events. The fun is easy. [Read More]

USA: Western Edge, Best Corn Mazes and Fall Festivals for Families.

From San Diego to Seattle seasonal festivals make the weekend awesome. Mazes provide unique signatures as the lunar calendar ends the calendar year. Escape and run through a corn maze and tap your feet to a banjo; make a wreath of heater; sample local honey; carve a pumpkin or stuff a scarecrow; ride on a wagon full of hay or bob for apples, make time for fun. [Read More]

USA: Western Edge, Family Camps Just for Fun.

Ever been a tad jealous when reading about the fun planned for you kids at summer sleepover camp? You are not alone. The good news is there are family camps to fit all family types and some of the best are in the west. Imagine kayaking with dolphins off the California coast or fort-building under giant sequoias. Try river rafting with the kids or watch elk graze at sunset. From square dancing to storytelling family camps offer memory making experiences with or without green Jello. [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]

Alaska: Great Alaskan TourSaver – An Essential Money-Saving Family Vacation Resource

The new 2008 edition of the Great Alaskan TourSaver and is stuffed with more than 140 2-for-1 offers on accommodations, fishing trips, flight-seeing, cruises, rail tours and activities throughout the state. [Read More]

Alaska: Kenai Penninsula.

From the moment of arrival on Alaskan soil there are things to be discovered and adjustments to be made. The most common discovery -- moose. [Read More]

Northern California: Spring Break Ideas for Families – Snow, Sun, and Fun.

Even more dramatic than it appears on TV, Northern California is invigorating in the spring. Glorious snow drifts remain ready for one more slide or ride. Rugged picturesque coves with tide pools protected by statue like rock outcroppings vie for attention against giant redwoods, cascading flowers, condors gliding thermals and totally awesome San Francisco. Gaze in awe at the redwoods; ride a cable car; look up at the Golden Gate. Meet at the Pier39; take an Elkhorn Slough safari south of San Francisco or laugh with the fish Monterey Bay Aquarium. [Read More]

Southern California: Spring Breaks for Families – Sun, Surf and Disneyland.

Vacation on the edge and enjoy the sun and surf for which “SoCal” is known. Learn to ride the waves on a surfboard or body board. Hike El Capitan with your kids; fly a kite on the beach. Rent bicycles to explore the oceanfront boardwalk; go whale watching off Dana Point. Take a movie set tour in Hollywood or shop in La Jolla. Visit Disneyland or Universal Studios; ride the carousel on the pier in Santa Monica and make time to enjoy a sunset with your kids.   [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]

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]

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]

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]

Northern California: San Francisco, Experience the Embarcadero Holiday Season – Tree Lighting, Ice Skating and Santa Claus.

San Francisco is going to cast an impressionable glow this holiday season with the introduction of the Embarcadero’s “Brilliance by the Bay,” a collective effort to raise awareness for the renaissance of this historic neighborhood’s holiday events. The Embarcadero is comprised of such notable landmarks as the Ferry Building, Embarcadero Center, Hyatt Regency San Francisco, new Piers 1½ - 5, the ferries, F-Line Trolleys, California Street Cable Cars and Teatro Zinzanni, to name a few. [Read More]

California: Monterey, Hyatt Regency Monterey, Golf, Tennis and Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Located in sometimes sunny, sometimes foggy but always beautiful California, the Resort offers a diverse array of area activities for family vacation destination. From sea kayaking and fishing to horseback riding and hiking outdoor adventures are plentiful. [Read More]

Northern California: Lake Tahoe, The Resort Squaw Creek, Kayaks, Golf and a Spa

Located on 195 hillside acres amid the dramatically beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountains, the resort offers guests gorgeous views of the forest and six peaks of Squaw Valley. The AAA Four-Diamond resort is ideally situated at the base of Squaw Valley USA, home of the 1960 Winter Olympics. Families will experience a mountain home atmosphere with four diamond luxury and full service attention to details.   [Read More]

Southern California: Ojai, Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, Golf, Nature and Inspiring Art..

Since 1923, vacationing guests have sought the tranquil pleasures of the historic Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, a AAA Five Diamond property located on 220 tree-shaded acres 35 miles south of Santa Barbara. Affirmed by its many prestigious awards and fresh from a $90 million renovation, the legendary Inn is one of the nation’s unique hidden treasures. It is full-service resort with endless activities for all ages and according to the LA Parent Magazine a most kid-friendly lodging. [Read More]

Southern California: Ojai Valley, Family Vacation Ideas.

Arid, sunny and dramatically beautiful, the Central California Coast offers families plenty of ways to get out and have fun. The area includes Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura. From hiking and stargazing to surfing and kayaking no two days will be the same. Stroll along the beach counting sand crabs; take a day trip to the Channel Islands; browse open-air seasonal markets; experience great theatre and feel the artistic energy of the area. This is the good stuff. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Silverthorn at Shasta Lake

A family gathering spot, perfect for reunions. [Read More]

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Mt. Hood, Oregon: Timberline Lodge

Snow reigns here in summer too! [Read More]

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Lake Tahoe, California: Resort at Squaw Creek

Enjoy our Mountain Buddies™, our comprehensive children's program. [Read More]

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Ojai Valley Resort

A Top 10 Family-Friendly Resort. [Read More]

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, Alaska: Thomson Family Adventures Alaska

Paddle the placid waters of Skilak Lake, framed by snow-covered peaks. [Read More]

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La Costa Resort and Spa

With us you can combine spa with the kids in the same vacation. Kids can join our Camp La Costa. [Read More]

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Anchorage, Alaska: Alaska Tours

Bring your family to Alaska in 2008 and make memories that will last a lifetime. [Read More]

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KOA Stockton / Delta

Campfire stories, wagon rides, boating, fishing, swimming, themed activity weekends and movies under the stars. [Read More]

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KOA Santa Cruz / Monterey Bay

Stay with us and be close to Monterey Bay Aquarium, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and endless miles of central-coast beaches. [Read More]

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Santa Barbara, California: Santa Barbara Family Vacation Center

A great family value located right on the Pacific. [Read More]

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Resort at Squaw Creek

An all-season mountain resort. [Read More]

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach and Spa

Vacation on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. [Read More]

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Hyatt Grand Champions Resort Spa

Onsite babysitting services are available. We have the “Best Rate” online guarantee. [Read More]

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Austin-Lehman Yosemite Family Adventure

Domes, Rivers & Waterfalls will wow your family. [Read More]

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, Alaska: Austin-Lehman Alaska Family Adventure

Wild, pristine, and blessed with extraordinary scenery. [Read More]

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