My family loves to bowl. My son’s only 3 and he’s already been working on his game. If you love to bowl, you’ll have to check out this great program called KidsBowlFree.com. Just like it sounds, this amazing program means that your kids can bowl up to 2 games a day for FREE all summer long! Nothing. Zippo. Zilch. Zero. Nada. Nothing!
This is our second year in the program and it’s great especially if you get your friends in on the fun too. You can register any child that you’re a parent/guardian of under the age of 18. The bowling centers win because they get traffic in the door during the day when the bowling league members are busy working their day jobs. This year, they even have a family pass that starts at $24.95 and allows 1, 2, 3, or 4 adults to play 2 free games daily this summer. What a steal.
So, go to KidsBowlFree.com and check out the 850+ participating bowling centers (keep in mind this list is constantly growing) and sign up. Let us know what you think too.
For more free fun in your neighborhood, check on Trekaroo for your city/region and set our cost filter on “free.” The Trekaroo system will magically pull out all the activities in your area that are easy on the pocketbook. Here are a few list of FREE activities in some major metro area. But you can do this for any destination or city on Trekaroo.
- Free Activities for Kids Around New York City
- Free Activities for Kids Around Washington DC
- Free Activities for Kids Around Boston, Massachusetts
- Free Activities for Kids Around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Free Activities for Kids Around Orlando, Florida
- Free Activities for Kids Around Charlotte, North Carolina
- Free Activities for Kids Around Chicago, Illinois
- Free Activities for Kids Around Los Angeles, CA
- Free Activities for Kids Around San Francisco Bay Area
What is Monday Madness?
Every Monday, Trekaroo announces on our blog, either a fantastic giveaway or an incredible deal. It could be a green water bottle, a hotel stay on Maui or theme park tickets. Return every Monday to the Talking Trekaroo Blog for the details. Want a reminder? Become a Trekaroo member or follow us on facebook or twitter.
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Today we are excited to be starting a new series on road trips with kids. The following post on a California Central Coast road trip was written by Carolina. Carolina’s son claims he hates long road trips, but she has plenty of photographic evidence to prove otherwise. When she is not busy exploring the Western United States with her trusty eight-year-old companion, she is busy writing about it at her blog, Kids Go West.
With 450 miles of some of the most beautiful coastline and hillsides in California, the area between San Francisco and Los Angeles creates the perfect setting for a family road trip. There’s so much to do that you could easily stretch the road trip out over a week. But less time on the road, means a more affordable family trip, so I’m going to give you some ideas for how to cruise California’s Central Coast in just three days.
Many would claim, that if you’re driving the California Coast, you should do it along the famously scenic Highway 1. Those people probably haven’t endured a drive with a crying baby, a vomiting toddler, or an impossibly whiny child. If your family can endure the winding two-lane highway, then by all means take that road less traveled. My suggestion is to stick mostly to Highway 101, which will still take you through some beautiful scenery, and then pick and choose when to hop on Highway 1 since the two highways meet up multiple times.
Day 1: San Francisco to Monterey
Estimated Time on the Road: 2- 2 1/2 hours
The first stop is the Monterey Peninsula, otherwise known as family
heaven. Here you can take your kids to visit the sea otters and jellyfish at the world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium. If you can drag the kids away from the aquarium, rent some bikes or walk along the coastal trail that leads south to Pacific Grove or north to Fisherman’s Wharf (grab some clam chowder in a bread bowl while you are there!). The Dennis the Menace Playground is also an excellent option for those kids that need to burn off some steam with its multiple play structures and giant locomotive to explore.
Want advice for places to stay in Monterey from parents in the know? Be sure to read about family friendly lodging in Monterey Bay.
Day 2: Monterey to Cambria/Pismo Beach
Estimated Time on the Road: 3-4 hours
Here’s where you make the big decision: you can head along Highway 1 past Big Sur all the way to Cambria, or you can go back to Highway 101 to Pismo Beach. If you take Highway 1, you will want to hike at Point Lobos State Reserve or Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and make a stop at Hearst Castle. If you take Highway 101, you will want to spend some time exploring the sand dunes or pier at Pismo Beach or hiking along the coastal bluffs of Montana de Oro State Park.
Excited about a road trip down to Pismo Beach but don’t know where to stay? Check out family friendly lodging in Pismo Beach.
Day 3: Cambria/Pismo Beach to Los Angeles
Estimated Time on the Road: 3-4 hours
First, start with a small detour to the kitschy, recreated Danish town of 
Solvang for some ebelskivers treats. The head a bit further south to Santa Barbara. In Santa Barbara, you can spend some time cruising with your bikes along the beautiful coastal trails, with a stop at Chase Palm Park for a picnic and a ride on the carousel. Your kids will also enjoy a stop at the Santa Barbara Zoo. For the final stretch of road into Los Angeles, Highway 1 and 101 merge and hug the Southern California coastline with plenty of beaches such as Carpenteria State Beach and Pt Mugu to stop and take a stretch. My tip is to always have a beach bag packed and ready in the trunk. Play your Beach Boys tunes on the stereo, roll down the windows, and ignore the whining coming from the back seat. You’ve just earned yourself a California cruisin’ license.
Check out the Trekaroo site for more recommendations on hotels, restaurants and kid-friendly attractions for your California Dreaming road trip.
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As a self confessed National Park System junkie, I have spent hours of my life researching and visiting the places that are special enough to deserve NPS protection. I want my children to visit as many of these places as possible so they can learn about the history of this great nation and fully appreciate the incredible natural beauty that our country possesses. There are 100 areas in the US protected with the National Monument designation. Each one is definitely worth a visit but here are five of Trekaroo’s favorite standouts:
1. Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island National Monuments: 
Hopping on a ferry from Battery Park in New York City and cruising out towards the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island is a classic American experience. Its hard not to imagine what immigrants must have felt when they saw Lady Liberty for the first time, or how exciting it must have been to pass through the immigration station and onto a new life in the “New World”. Both places are excellent spots to educate children on the important role that immgration has played in the founding of our country and the democracy that millions of people crossed the Atlantic in search of. Many families can trace ancestors back to Ellis Island so be sure to check the immigrant manifests while you are there.
2. Cabrillo National Monument: 
On the edge of Point Loma, San Diego is still wild. Waves pummel the cliffs, whales migrate past the Point Loma Lighthouse, and homage is paid to the first European to set foot on the West coast of the United States. Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo may have set foot on this land way back in 1542, but I imagine much of the scenery on the western side of the point looks the same today as it did over 450 years ago. The eastern side of the point offers incredible views of San Diego Harbor and the surrounding city. Cabrillo NM is a wonderful place to take your kids tidepooling. Anemones, owl limpets, and sea stars are just some of the sea creatures waiting to be discovered in intertidal zone. Be sure to stop by the visitor’s center and have your kids try on a 16th century helmet and sword. Feeling the weight of the armor that the conquistadores wore will give them a greater appreciation of what life must have been like for Spanish explorers.
NPS Photo- Mike Weinstein
3. Dinosaur National Monument: What kid doesn’t go through a dinosaur phase? Take advantage of their infatuation with thunder lizards and head out to Northwestern Colorado to visit Dinosaur National Monument. Hiking is extremely popular in this park and a great way to see the fossils and pictographs. The Fossil Discovery Trail cuts through multiple rock layers and exposes a wide variety of fossils and rocks. River rafting is also a common activity at Dinosaur National Monument, and children as young as 7 can enjoy a trip down the Green, Gunnison, or Yampa Rivers which run through the park.
4. Fort Sumter National Monument: 
On April 12, 1861, the Confederate Army opened fire on this fort in Charleston Harbor. These first shots and the eventual capture of Fort Sumter signified the beginning the Civil War. Fort Sumter is only accessible by boat, and the 30 minute ferry ride through Charleston Harbor to the monnument is just part of the fun. Once on dry land, rangers will give a 10 minute historical talk and then visitors are free to take a self guided tour.
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5. Mt. Rushmore National Memorial: Deep in the Black Hills of South Dakota, four presidents gaze out at the land they helped found, expand, unify, and preserve. Techinically speaking, Mount Rushmore is a memorial and not a monument, but it is so impressive and such an American icon, that I decided it had to be included in this list. It took 40 years to carve the 60 foot heads of Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt, but it will take only seconds of viewing to make a lasting impression.
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The Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee just opened. One of our very own, Michelle Carbone (aka Runnergrrrl) went to the grand opening with her husband and 3-year old son and gives it a 5 star (aka Gotta Go!) rating for families.
“Nestled in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, the new Titanic Museum will appeal to everyone in your family!” – To read her full review on the Titanic Museum.
If you’re thinking of taking the kids to check out the Titanic Museum, here are Trekaroo’s top 5 tips:
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Don’t get fooled by the word “museum” and think the Titanic Museum is only for adults. The numerous interactive areas aboard the Titanic Pigeon Forge provide hands-on experiences that are designed to give children a sense of what it might have been like to actually be on board the Titanic in a fun and engaging format. They’ve even got an entire called Tot-Titanic that’s geared for kids 8 and under- Purchase tickets online.
This is a brand new attraction that’s based on timed entries. The Titanic Museum’s ticket lines are sometimes 3 hours long on the weekend and many of the mid or late afternoon time slots are already sold-out from online sales. Purchase your tickets in advance online at www.TitanicPigeonForge.com. Advance purchase of ticket ensures little or no wait time and immediate entrance to the ship. Weekdays are sometimes not as busy as weekends, but by purchasing tickets in advance, you’ll be able to avoid the lines at all times. - Visit early in the morning or on a weekday
People are coming from all directions to see this new exhibit, especially on the weekend. To avoid the crowds, try to get there early for a 9am entry or come during the week. 
Leave your heavy camera equipment at home
Photography and video are strictly prohibited in all areas of the Titanic Museum. If you’re hoping to catch a snapshot on the grand staircase, you can purchase one of those tourist shots with the staircase in the background from the Titanic Museum staff, but you won’t be able to take it with your personal camera. With the hundreds of one-of-a-kind, priceless artifacts, lighting is strictly controlled by the museum to ensure the preservation of the artifacts.- Get the kids excited
Although everyone will enjoy and learn more about the story of the Titanic at the Titanic Museum regardless of how much or how little they know, we love to get our kids excited by preparing them for a visit. If you have the time to read a book or watch a movie with the kids beforehand, these are some resources we recommend:
Boats by Bryon Barton (Ages 0-3)
This picture board book teaches our youngest readers about all types of boats. There’s no Titanic in this book, but it’ll teach them about boats!
The Titanic: Lost and Found and DK Readers: The Titanic (Ages 4-8)
These two stage 3 readers are good nonfiction books on the Titanic for kids moving beyond the beginner reading stage.
Inside the Titanic (A Huge Cutaway Book) (Ages 4-8)
This big picture book gives younger kids an inside look at the Titanic ocean liner, such as the compartments, engine room, upper decks, and more, through detailed, cutaway illustrations. Great for future engineers and mechanics.
Polar, the Titanic Bear (Ages 7-12)
A true story about Polar, the stuffed polar bear of Douglas Spedden, a 6-year old boy who abroad the Titanic and was one of its survivors. A digital version of Polar can be found in the Titanic Museum in the Tot-Tanic section for those who read this story.
Titanic (the novel by James Cameron) and Titanic (the movie) (Ages 12 and up)
While based on fictional characters, the book and movie were historically accurate in many ways and a great way to get your arms around the story before visiting the museum. (James Cameron is close friends with John, the owner of the Titanic Museum).
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- Kid-friendly activities throughout Tennessee
- Activities and hotel reviews across the 4 main regions of Tennessee: Eastern Tennessee and the Smoky Mountains, Nashville and the Heartland, Memphis and the Western Plains, and Central Tennessee
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Did you know that you can rent timeshares? It’s one of the biggest secrets in the industry and we want to share it with you because timeshare properties are perfect when traveling with kids. Separate bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, dining and living room areas and located on some of the best kid-friendly resort properties around the world.
Related article: Hot Travel Tip for Families – Rent a Timeshare
Hilton Hawaiian Village in Honolulu
For example, one Trekaroo member raves about her timeshare rental experience,
“We stayed at the Hilton Hawaiian Village by renting a timeshare there through RedWeek. We have four kids ranging in age from 2 to 14 and were thrilled with it. The fact that it’s right on the beach allowed our 12 and 14 year old kids to go to the beach when they wanted…great to have the kiddie pool and the playground for our two youngest. And being a timeshare unit, we had space that allowed all of us to relax… Great experience for all of us.” – travelnut
You can read travelnut’s reviews on other RedWeek.com timeshare rentals that her family’s stayed at in her Trekaroo passport.
The Deal: Free Redweek.com Membership
After researching all the timeshare rental providers, Trekaroo is partnering with RedWeek.com to bring you kid-friendly timeshares properties you can rent. Together, we’ve identified hundreds of family-friendly timeshare resort properties around the world in their database. That’s not it.
They are also offering Trekaroo members FREE annual membership to RedWeek.com (Value: $14.99). Go to http://www.redweek.com/promo/trekaroo for more details.
If you’re trying to figure out where to stay this summer with the family, sign-up and check out RedWeek’s kid-friendly inventory. Here are their top family-friendly destinations.
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- Florida - Including Disney properties like the Wilderness Lodge (2 bedroom for $308/night)
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This contest is now closed. Congratulations to Lance (Comment #370) on winning the $200 Marriott Gift Card, Katharine (Comment #166) on winning the $100 Marriott Gift Card, and Lily (Comment #429) on winning the $50 gift card. Thanks to everyone for participating in this contest and supporting Trekaroo.
One of Trekaroo’s favorite travel websites is SixSuitcaseTravel.com. It specializes in identifying hotels that have rooms to accommodate families of at least 6. The owner, Theresa Jorgensen (aka 4sixsuit on Trekaroo)has pulled together a website that lists over 2800 hotels throughout North America with rooms that can fit bigger families without having to pay more.
Related article: Interview with Theresa Jorgensen: Traveling with a Family of 5 or 6
Many of the hotels listed on SixSuitcaseTravel are part of Marriott International. Marriott hotel rooms are roomy which make it a great place for big families to stay no matter what their budget is. Their properties also include more than the JW Marriott Hotels and Resorts. Marriott Hotels also manages SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn, Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, Renaissance Hotel and Resorts, TownePlace Suites or the Marriott Vacation Clubs. Marriott also runs the Nickelodeon hotels which are often fun for families with kids who are crazy about characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora.
The Steal – Win a Marriott Hotel Gift Card
Summer’s right around the corner and Marriott wants to give some Trekaroo families some Marriott bucks to spend. Enter to win one of 3 gift cards to spend on hotel accommodations, kid programs, spa treatments, restaurants, golf, or room service at any of the Marriott properties (Nick Hotels, SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn, Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, Renaissance Hotel and Resorts, TownePlace Suites or the Marriott Vacation Clubs)
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The Happy Hollow Park and Zoo has been a place where young families and grandparents have made memories for 46 years. Moms and Dads who themselves were once tots tearing through this whimsical land of fairytales, furry animal friends, and of course the beloved Danny the Dragon, have the happiest memories of Happy Hollow. It’s no wonder that when the Happy Hollow magic started to fade after years of service, the residents of San Jose came to it’s rescue by passing a bond measure to fund the renovation of their special place.
Now 20 months and $72 million later, Happy Hollow is reopening its gates following an extensive overhaul and expansion. The grand opening of Happy Hollow is this Saturday, March 20, 2010. Trekaroo got a special sneak peak last week and my oh my, are we excited to tell you that your younger children will be in heaven. Grab your calendars, call some friends, and make a play date right now to visit the new Happy Hollow Park & Zoo.
From the moment I set eyes on the new entry way with it’s delightful display of whimsical animal sculptures created by artist Tom Otterness, I knew we were in for a treat. If you have a kid between the ages of 2 and 10, you’ve got to come check it out for yourself. Here’s what we loved about the new Happy Hollow:
Delightful playgrounds – At Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, you aren’t going to find any pre-fabricated playground structures. Instead, you’ll find custom-designed playgrounds that resemble works of art. The Redwood Lookout playground was absolutely stunning. I just couldn’t help myself and climbed atop this two-story tree house structure and slid down one of those magnificent slides. Despite its size, there’s a smaller redwood structure on the other side for the little ones to enjoy. Parents can feel part of the fun by resting on the big boulders in the middle of Redwood Lookout and keep an eye on their “little monkeys.”
In addition to Redwood Lookout, there were several bump-out areas for kid’s needing a smaller playspace. Integrated into the new petting zoo is another fantastic playground called Lemur Woods geared towards a younger crowd. At first glance, you might think it’s another pretty fabulous playground, but it’s strategic placement next to the goat pen and lemur exhibit was purposeful to encourage children to parallel play with their furry friends. Don’t be surprised to find your 4-year old prancing little a billy goat or swaying around the play structure like a lemur.
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Plentiful Learning Opportunities – Teaching about animal and environmental conservation is at the very heart of Happy Hollow. No dreary alarmist documentary here to get the point across. Instead, children learn about conservation through having fun observing, discovering, and exploring. In fact, Happy Hollow is working on getting it’s LEED silver certification. The Learning L.O.D.G.E. which is the center for educational activity is constructed of hay bales and kids can see proof of it for themselves. Right outside the learning center is an on-site rain water catchment system that filters and cleans rainwater and keeps it in the park for the health of the abundant vegetation. Throughout the park, kids have multiple opportunities to learn about environmental conservation whether it’s through the abundance of recycling bins (and the lack of trash cans), the radiant floor cooling/heating in place of traditional energy sucking A/C, or the use of recycled materials throughout the park.
“Double H” Ranch is the wonderful new animal contact area where kids can get up close and personal with goats, sheep, lemurs and more. As they learn to care for their animal friends, children are also learning about the species conservation projects that Happy Hollow participates in. Down in the lower zoo, most things are the same except for two new areas: Dinosaur Dig for your budding paleontologists and a fantastic bee hive area that teaches kids about the important role that these hardworking friends play in our eco-system. Not only can children see the bees hard at work but all their senses are engaged in the world of the bees, learning how we can all be thoughtful in helping them thrive.
If you would like to visit with a school group, the education department can make classroom visits, or host students. Happy Hollow also offers classes for kids as young as 12 months and summer camps for kids 3 to 13.
Old Favorites are Still Here - Danny the Dragon hasn’t left although, he might have stepped out briefly to get a make-over. Newly minted with shiny new tires and a bright coat of paint, Danny’s ready to take kids on a tour of the new Happy Hollow. The maze and puppet theater have been updated, but still offer the same charm as before. The beloved crooked house has been spruced up herself and ready to welcome children back. The lower zoo’s been freshened up and many of the same animals are still here. One new friend is the Foosa, a rare member of the mongoose family and a top predator native to Madagascar. The lemurs aren’t so sure about him, but Happy Hollow is excited to be one of just 22 facilities in the US to provide a home to this endangered little guy. Oh yes, the Mini Putt-Putt cars and Granny Bug rides are also still around.
Wonderful place for birthday parties – Once word gets out, this might be the hottest place for a birthday party this year. Get in the front of the line because bookings are starting to fill up already for the summer. There are 9 different party spots that you can rent out at Happy Hollow depending on the size of the group. Here’s a tip – Danny’s Place, Whistling Woods and Chimes and Bells are all located close to Redwood Lookout – the big playground. Party packages range from $235 to $455 with add-ons you can choose from. No outside food is allowed except cake. But all entertainment is taken care of, so mom and dad can just kick back and celebrate with the kids.
Fully ADA Accessible – During the renovations of Happy Hollow, a lot of thought was given towards making the park fully ADA accessible. That means that the placement of sculptures give consideration to whether a wheel chair can weave it’s way easily between them. But beyond having ramps throughout the park which make it wonderfully stroller friendly (although it is small enough that you probably won’t need one), even the playground areas are ADA accessible. The maze has extra wide paths and is accessed via a ramp, some of the slides at Redwood Lookout can even be accessed with a wheel chair. All doorways are perfectly flushed with the ground.
Congrats to Happy Hollow and the residents of San Jose for preserving this wonderful place for families. We are looking forward to hearing about all the new memories Trekaroo families are making at Happy Hollow. (Write a review of Happy Hollow Park & Zoo) Admission to Happy Hollow is $12 for kids and adults 2 and up (under 2 is free). Once you’re in, there are no extras to pay for, so your kids can enjoy as many rides as they want unlike most zoos in the Bay Area. If you live within a 45 minute drive, seriously consider getting the Family Membership which is a steal at $95 for the whole year. The Family Membership will get two parents and up to 4 kids in for free all year in addition to lots of discounts on classes and food.
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo
1300 Senter Road, San Jose, CA
Grand reopening on March 20, 2010
For more information, call 408.794.6420 or visit www.hhpz.org.
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Ready for your kids to experience Elvis and the rich culture of country music and rock-n-roll? Welcome to Tennessee! Trekaroo’s putting on it’s “Blue Suede Shoes” because we “Can’t Help Falling in Love” with Tennessee. Why? Because it’s got a little something for every child, young and old. There’s a rich culture of music to explore, historical landmarks that changed our country and the breath-taking Great Smoky Mountains that provides hours of outdoor adventure for every outdoor enthusiast.
So, what have Trekaroo families shared?
- Close to 700 kid-friendly activities throughout Tennessee
- Activities and hotel reviews across the 4 main regions of Tennessee: Eastern Tennessee and the Smoky Mountains, Nashville and the Heartland, Memphis and the Western Plains, and Central Tennessee
- A list of Kid-friendly hotels in Tennessee waiting to be rated by parents like you
- Lots of fun lists like:
Have you been to Tennessee with your kids, don’t hold back now, y’all. Tell us all about your experiences – good and bad. Join now and start writing reviews. New members get to take advantage of Welcome Rewards.
What location is next? We’d like everyone who’s been to Oregon to share about activities they like and the best places to stay
Special thanks to the moms of The Mommies Network in Tennessee, RunnerGrrrl, lldenton412, krisco32, mkmom, knoxvilledoula, Shelby Underhill, cinnamonsugah, ORFamilyof4, Nene. and JanTN and for their love of Tennessee and sharing so many of their adventures with kids with the Trekaroo community. And of course, thanks to team Trekaroo who sacrifice so much to pull it all together.
Put on those shoes and get out there!
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