Best Family Vacation Spots for Your Next Getaway

christadiserio said:  This spectacular city has a plethora of activities for families to choose from, like becoming an astronaut for the day at the NASA Space Center, checking out the Houston Museum District, visiting the animals at the Houston Zoo, indulging in some yummy Tex-Mex and much more!

Kristy Pepping said:  Traverse City, located in northern Michigan, is known for its cherries and fabulous beaches. It's a great city for the entire family to enjoy! Things to do in Traverse City with kids include visiting the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Great Lakes Children's Museum, and Traverse Tall Ship Company sail excursions. Don't miss its annual Cherry Festival if you can!

Amanda Banta said:  Southern charm, historical elegance and a plethora of activities combine to make Savannah a lovely vacation spot for families. Wander the large exploratory maze at the Savannah Children's Museum, and enjoy the shaded playground and splash pad at Forsyth Park. Tybee Island is a short drive from downtown, where families can enjoy a day at the beach, take a dolphin tour, and visit the Tybee Island Marine Center.

christadiserio said:  You and the family will make memories for a lifetime in New York City. Take a ferry to the Statue of Liberty, catch a show on Broadway, visit the Empire State Building, take a stroll through Central Park, take in the views from the High Line, and make your way to Chinatown and Little Italy. And where do I even begin about the food - you'll find any cuisine you've ever dreamed of here.

Erynn said:  Big Bear Lake is nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains and regularly has cooler temperatures and plenty of scenery! In winter, two resorts (Snow Summit Ski Resort and Bear Mountain) invite visitors to enjoy snow play and sports, while the rest of the seasons offer recreation in fishing, boating, hiking, rock climbing, and other outdoor activities. There's even a wildlife rehabilitation zoo to visit where native species get the help they need to thrive. Plan ahead and visit during one of the area's seasonal events for even more family fun.

Erynn said:  Monterey is known worldwide for its expansive Aquarium, but that's not all there is to see! Monarch butterflies make their seasonal flight to nearby Pacific Grove at the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary. While you're in PG, visit the Point Pinos Lighthouse (the oldest existing lighthouse on the West Coast!) for a tour or check out the Museum of Natural History (the bird collection is magnificent!). There's plenty of shopping along Cannery Row, but my kids' favorite is the Dennis the Menace Playground at El Estero Park--complete with views of the bay from the play equipment.

Carly Follett said:  Portland Maine has so much to offer and is a great family vacation spot! Check out the beautiful artsy shops and museums, rent kayaks and explore the Casco Bay Islands, catch a Portland Sea Dogs game, or take a scenic ride on the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad.