There are many holiday destinations in the United States where families can find, in one place, recreational, educational and entertainment experiences virtually unlimited. Many attract visitors throughout the year, however, families may want to consider the season when choosing a place to visit, or places with historical significance, modern theme parks or more natural settings.
Orlando
According to the official website of Orlando, this was the "most
visited US destination in 2009" and "the number one destination for
families during Spring Break."
The three theme parks in Orlando, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment,
Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, constantly
seeking new ways to entertain families.
The latest additions are the magical world of Harry Potter at Universal
and a new high-speed slide called Omaka Rocka in Seaworld.
Beyond the scenery that resembles reality in Orlando there are
opportunities for boating, sailing in life (tubing), jet skiing and
water skiing on more than 2,000 lakes in the area. There are also ecological tours to cruise through the Everglades, where visitors can watch birds and crocodiles. Visitors can even take a balloon ride at dawn. Official Visitor Center Orlando 8723 International Drive, Suite 101 Orlando, FL 32819 800-972-3304 orlandoinfo.com
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone, the first national park in the United States, created in 1872, is located in Wyoming, Montana and Idaho.
This park is perhaps best known for the Old Faithful geyser that erupts
reliably approximately every 90 minutes, throwing boiling water to a
height of 180 feet (55 m).
Old Faithful is just one of hundreds of natural wonders of Yellowstone,
including bubbling mud holes, hot springs and other geothermal
phenomena.
Another popular place is the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River and
its spectacular waterfall, which plunges over 300 feet (90 m). Children can enjoy walks along the path of Uncle Tom to the bottom of the waterfall to enjoy a great view. Another advantage for families is the opportunity to see a variety of wildlife including grizzly bears, bison, elk and wolves.
Children can also be junior rangers by completing certain age
appropriate, and attend a ranger program and walk through a park trail
activities. PO Box 168 Yellowstone Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190 307-344-7381 nps.gov National Park
Steamboat
Steamboat ski resort in Colorado about 150 miles (240 km) northwest of
Denver, is actually a mountain range with a variety of slopes for all
skill levels.
The resort is very family friendly and offers many services just for
kids, including terrain and special promotions lifts and equipment
rental and ski free with the purchase of one adult. Classes for all ages are provided, even for children of two years.
The holiday for children is a complex installation issues West that
promises "a positive and rewarding experience" for your child "has never
seen snow or ski superstar".
In addition, experienced staff provides child care center for children
between six months and kindergarten age while parents are on the slopes. Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation 2305 Mt. Werner Circle Steamboat, CO 80487 877-237-2628 steamboat.com
Williamsburg
Families looking for a combination of history and fun can be considered colonial Williamsburg in Virginia.
The restoration of the historic area began in 1926, and have been
restored or rebuilt more than 500 structures of the eighteenth century.
A popular activity is to walk around the city looking recreations of
blacksmiths, saddle makers and silversmiths or exploring places
frequented by the founders. Today, the city boasts rare breeds of animals and gardens recreated to add to the authenticity.
There are a lot of activities such as costume rental, storytelling and
museums where children can learn and create masterpieces of colonial
style. Williamsburg historic taverns offer food of the time in a family environment. PO Box 1776 Williamsburg colonial Williamsburg, VA 23187 800-HISTORY history.org
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