Mountain Tops – Family Vacations with Altitude.

MountainTopsLandingPageThe same marvelous family friendly winter skiing destinations offer an array of interesting options for fun during the warmer months. Alpine destinations have unique vacation personalities from bare-bones camping to the pure luxury. They combine arts, theatre, festivals, shopping, museums, outdoor adventures, wildlife experiences and sometimes tennis or golf as a bonus. Imagine trail rides, campfires, stargazing, hiking, geochaching, biking, rock climbing and paragliding. Enjoy a day at a spa; rise above it all in a hot air balloon; picnic on a mountain top. (Image provided by Smuggs Resort in Vermont.)
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New York: Greene County in the Catskills, Family Vacation Ideas – Splash Parties, Storytelling and Crazy Cats.

Imagine a family vacation spot with golf, tennis, bowling, hay rides, fishing, stargazing, horseback riding, hiking, drive-in movies, bowling, mountain biking, mountaintop picnics and a waterpark; add to that farm fresh produce markets, awesome ice cream, delicious German pastries and tasty Black Horse Farm pies. Let the fun begin. [Read More]

Vermont: Woodstock, Woodstock Inn and Resort, Tennis, Trails and a Game Room.

Nestled in the heart of the Green Mountains, Woodstock is a synonym for timeless beauty. Framed by a village setting out of a Currier & Ives album, Woodstock Inn & Resort is an idyllic destination for active families. [Read More]

Alaska: Guided Alaska Family Vacation – Bear Watching, Salmon Fishing, and Really Cool Glaciers.

The best way to fully grasp the things you hear and read about the hypnotizing beauty of Alaska is to have an Alaska family vacation yourself. A state so big and full of wonderful sights and sounds, it will take an entire lifetime to discover everything that Alaska contributes to the world. Taking a guided Alaska vacation with a reputable company like All Alaska Tours provides you more than just a handful once-in-a-lifetime experiences as there are so many things to explore in Alaska that you can rarely find anywhere else in the world - fjords, glaciers, flight-seeing and flight-fishing, sled dog races, grizzly bears, orcas and moose. [Read More]

Alabama: Leesburg, Chesnut Bay Resort - Weiss Lake, Cherokee Rock Village and Sequoyah Caverns.

Located in the mountains of Northeastern Alabama Chestnut Bay is a serene and quieting place; an ideal place to unwind and regroup. Perched on the shores of mirror-like Weiss Lake, the family friendly resort provides families comfortable lake houses and poolside villas outfitted to create a home-away-from–home atmosphere. Surrounded by lush forest lands and bird songs, cloaked by starry nights and cool mountain air, the resort offers guests an easy-paced vacation complete with lake toys, and fishing poles. [Read More]

Colorado: Aspen, Family Vacation Ideas - Hiking, Rafting and Aspen Theatre in the Park.

Surrounded by breathtaking beauty this historic mining town offers families oodles of summer vacation options.  Aspen known by reputation as a luxury Colorado ski resort destination makes vacationing in the summer easy. Enjoy the clear cool mountain air; sleep late; take in a play at the Opera House; hike, bike or discover the Fairy Caves with the kids. Aspen has the good stuff for families.  [Read More]

Vermont: Manchester, The Equinox Resort - Fly Fishing, Golf, and a Spa.

Located in the beautiful Green Mountains, atop 3,816-foot Mount Equinox, the Equinox offers families four seasons of fun in a naturally green (at times really white) spot. Traditions, luxury and elegance combine with a friendly relaxing atmosphere to make the Resort a terrific family vacation base. [Read More]

California: Lake Tahoe, The Resort Squaw Creek - Mountain Hiking, Golf, and a Waterslide.

Ride on an exclusive chairlift; swim in one of three heated pools; slide down a 120-foot water slide; play 18 on a championship golf course; bike along the Truckee River bike path to Tahoe City; trails around Squaw Valley's peaks; spend the day at the spa; ski, skate or sled once the snow arrives. [Read More]

California/Nevada: Reno-Tahoe, Family Vacation Ideas with Teens – Summer Lake Kayaking, Mountain Hikes, and Cool Shakespeare.

Even in the summer months snow drapes the craggy Sierra Nevada Mountains framing the magical blue of Lake Tahoe. Spanning two states, California and Nevada, the lake and surrounding area provide sun-kissed days, awesome sunsets, starry nights and Nevada-style nightlife. From hiking and backpacking to mountain biking, kayaking and sailing, the choices are endless. Try horseback riding or go fly fishing; arrange a boat tour or ascend in a hot-air balloon; escape by jeep or relax at a spa, summer in the mountains at the lake is the best. [Read More]

California/Nevada: Reno-Tahoe, Family Vacation Ideas – Fishing, Sailing, and the Comstock Silver Lode.

Reno, Carson City as well as both North and South Lake Tahoe provide families on vacation with days packed with summer recreation, and nights featuring cowboy stories and awesome Shakespeare under the starts. With miles of trails to ride and hike plus kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and golf at more than 50 spots in the area – it’s all about fun outside. [Read More]

Colorado: Aspen, The Gant - Fit Family Summer Scavenger Hunt.

Imagine gently gather two kids and two adults, sprinkle a little sunshine on a mountain-peak blue skyline, revel in the laughter as you scramble throughout town in search of fun and adventure, and end a busy day snuggled softly into a comfy bed. Fresh air, fun activities and togetherness all in one summer family vacation package. [Read More]

Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, Family Vacation Ideas Skydiving, Shopping and Zorbing with Teens.

Traveling with teens isn’t often easy – their desire for independence prove problematic, especially on vacation. Pigeon Forge holds the key to a successful family vacation with teens. Few places offer a range of activities for all ages, especially teens notorious for thrill-seeking but Pigeon Forge, with the newest thrill craze zorbing and as always the amazing rides at Dollywood, meets the teen vacation challenge. [Read More]

West Virginia: Lansing, Class VI River Time on the Gauley and the New with Kids.

West Virginia is a surprising place filled with awesome natural adventures, affordable sleeping places and quirky one-of-a-kind restaurants. Mostly mountains, trees, friendly people and best of all crazy rivers with world-class white water, it makes an ideal family vacation spot. And any family vacation in West Virginia should include a few rapids if only to give your kids bragging rights. Class VI river runners offer terrific options for river time with kids. [Read More]

Montana: Gold Country, Family Vacation Ideas, Ghost Towns, Gemstones and Cowboy Stories.

Known for crisp dry air and an abundance of snow, Montana welcomes families to winter heaven and provides oodles of snow vacation options. From ice climbing, ice fishing, ice hockey, ice sailing, ice skating, and speed skating to snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow skiing, dog sledding, snow sledding, snow cycling and sleigh rides. Montana has the “good stuff” for a family vacation in any season. Summers bring rodeos, rock hounding, fly fishing, cattle drives, horseback adventures and living history. [Read More]

Vermont: Smugglers’ Notch, Smuggs’ Resort , Summertime Family Fun - Mountain Boarding, Via Ferrata, and Segways.

Try an all-terrain Segway; climb a rock wall, run a rope bridge, follow the Via Ferrata; canoe the lake, try diggerling, or go dog-carting . Being edgy is what makes Smugglers' unique within the family vacation niche. They take pride in offering a total summer vacation experience which includes evrything you would normally expect pools, hikes, bikes, music, and dancing plus the latest in fun, like Segways, diggerling, disc golf and geocaching. [Read More]

Colorado: Aspen, The Gant - Green and Family Friendly.

Set on five beautifully landscaped acres at the foot of Aspen Mountain, The Gant is a self-contained condominium resort. Located only three blocks from the heart of downtown Aspen The Gant provides guests with easy access to more than 200 shops, restaurants and clubs. Aspen ranks among the top Colorado family resorts, offering a wide variety of camps, nature programs and activities designed just for families with children. [Read More]

Vermont: Smugglers' Notch Resort Teen Connections - Music, Via Ferrata, and Mountain Boarding.

Teen guests call it “The Notch” and know that “It’s good.” For parents vacationing with teens, it means a bored-no-more zone with stuff to do and best of all other teens. Smugglers' is known for its extensive programs for all ages, including a daily all-day summer camp program for ages 3-17. Activities inlcude water sports, pool time, hiking, biking, mountain boarding, diggerling, disc golf, geochaching, music, dances, and Vis Ferrata challenges. [Read More]

Colorado: Vail, Destination Resorts, Golf, Gondolas and Tips from Locals.

From economy to deluxe, Destination Resorts Vail location offers several accommodation choices for families. Each of their six properties has it own personality and features all amenities from fully equipped kitchens and fireplaces, to free covered parking and awe-inspiring mountain views to ensure families a true home-away-from-home lodging experience. [Read More]

New Hampshire: North Conway Red Jacket Resorts – Cool Mountains, Kahuna Lauguna Waterpark and a Spa.

Both Fox Ridge and Red Jacket Mountain View Resort are nestled in the heart of the Mt. Washington Valley amid the beautiful White Mountains. The surrounding area provides copious family vacation options for fun including Mt. Washington Auto Road, Story Land Theme Park and the White Mountain Trail. And, the new indoor Kahuna Laguna Waterpark at the Red Jacket Mountain View is now open. [Read More]

New York: New Paltz, Mohonk Mountain House.

Families looking for a vacation spot that offers old-fashioned charm, extraordinary service, and activities for kids, will find Mohonk Mountain House delivers on all points. The historic Victorian castle transcends the centuries meeting the varied needs of contemporary families. It is a naturally fun vacation place. [Read More]

USA: Mountains West, Family Camps Just for Fun.

Having fun with the kids while someone else takes care of the details, that is the basic idea of family camp. From square dancing to storytelling family camps offer memory making experiences with or without green Jello. Hike a rocky mountain path; try river rafting with the kids; watch elk graze at sunset or count stars from a cozy sleeping bag. Make one-of-a-kind memories. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Smugglers' Notch, Vermont: Smugglers' AutumnFest Vacation Package

A great resort to experience fall. Rates are lowest of the year beginning at $705 for 3-nights for a family of four, 4th night is free! [Read More]

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Smugglers' Notch, Vermont: Smugglers Notch Resort

View our giant swing video now; then make your summer reservation today by calling 1-800-451-8752! [Read More]

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Steamboat Springs, Colorado: Highmark Steamboat Springs

Our mountain and ski resort has an unforgettable family vacation trip waiting for you. [Read More]

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Lake Tahoe, Nevada: Resort at Squaw Creek

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

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Lake Tahoe, Nevada: Resort at Squaw Creek

A perfect reunion gathering place in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. [Read More]

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Lake Tahoe, California: Resort at Squaw Creek

An all-season mountain resort a great place for family vacations. Enjoy our Mountain Buddies™, our comprehensive children's program. [Read More]

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Vernon, New Jersey: Crystal Springs Resort and Spa

Stay in our family-friendly Minerals Hotel & Spa. "Splash & Stay" - Splash away at Mountain Creek Water park, located right next door. [Read More]

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Pigeon Forge, Tennessee: Plan a Trip to the Smoky Mountains

Thinking of heading to the mountains this summer? Like it? Adopt it with adopt-a-trip™ [Read More]

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Smugglers' Notch, Vermont: Smugglers' Notch Family Reunion

We will help create memories for your family reunion. [Read More]

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Greenville, New York: Sunny Hill Resort & Golf Course

Kid-friendly, all-inclusive vacations at Sunny Hill; a tradition for generations. Now it's your turn to enjoy Sunny Hill. [Read More]

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Catskill, New York: Pollace's Resort

Come stay with us and be part of a our great safe fun and affordable all-inclusive family vacation. [Read More]

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Catskill, New York: Wolff's Maple Breeze Resort

Your entire family will fall in love with Wolff's, where there's something to do all the time for everyone. [Read More]

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Acra, New York: Acra Manor

Our programs include counselors and full programs for children, teens and the young at heart adults. [Read More]

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Greenville, New York: Baumann's Brookside

The Perfect Location for Your Special Vacation or Family Reunion. [Read More]

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Round Top, New York: Crystal Brook Mountain Brauhaus Resort

Nestled at the base of the Blackhead Mountain range, our grounds are surrounded by Mother Nature’s unspoiled beauty offering some of the best outdoor recreation around, which we would like to share with you. [Read More]

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