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!
Esther Lee (thelees3) – CEO
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Trekaroo’s goin’ to Carolina
Can’t you see the sunshine,
Can’t you just feel the moonshine,
Ain’t it just like a friend of mine,
To hit me from behind
Yes, we’re goin’ to Carolina with our KIDS!
(To the tune of James Taylor’s “Carolina in my Mind”)
Why North Carolina? Because Trekaroo families have been taken it upon themselves to build a fantastic list of activities and hotel reviews that just had to be released to the public. From the famous sunny beaches of North Carolina to the winter fun in High Country, families love it in North Carolina. Looking for some indoor fun? There’s plenty to enjoy in North Carolina from a world-class zoo in Asheboro to exhibits of fascinating sea life in our three coastal aquariums. We’ve got family-friendly summer fun at minor league baseball games and Nascar races.
Photo by: Flickr/Texas_mustang
So, what have Trekaroo families shared?
- Over 650 activities for kids throughout North Carolina
- Activities and hotel reviews in all 4 regions: Piedmont Triangle, The Coast, Blue Ridge Mountains, and the Great Smokey Mountains.
- A list of kid-friendly hotels in NC waiting to be rated by parents
- Lots of fun lists like:
- Places to Hike with Kids Around Charlotte, North Carolina by PrincessTrioMom
- Cheap Things to Do in Charlotte, NC with kids by JodyMace
- Kid-friendly Hotels in Charlotte, North Carolina by SpencerSpellman
- Fun for Dudes, Both Kids and Bigs Near Charlotte, NC by rjones64
- Snow Tubing and Sledding Hills in North Carolina by thelees3
- Ski Resorts in North Carolina with Kid Programs by thelees3
- Best Activities for Kids in the Piedmont Triangle – voted by Trekaroo families by Stephen Wantas
In celebration of our launch, the Trekaroo KidsMobile Blog Carnival stopped in Charlotte, NC and invited local bloggers on board to share their local tips on kid fun around Charlotte. Check out what they had to share.
Special thanks to christinembyrd, PrincessTrioMom, jamierippy, Grandma Adele, summerbreeze, Olgabow, jrhammlett, allison, frogsandladybugs for their love of North Carolina and sharing more than most about their adventures with kids with the Trekaroo community. And of course, thanks to team Trekaroo who work around the clock to make get all the details in place.
Going to Carolina with my kids,
Esther Lee (thelees3) – CEO
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Trekaroo – a reviews site dedicated to exploring and traveling with kids.
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With all the wonderful attractions for families in Seattle, you’re gonna want to stay for more than a day. Trekaroo families have weighed in on which hotels they like the best!
Best Kid-Friendly Hotel in Seattle – Watertown Hotel
The Watertown Hotel is getting rave reviews from Trekaroo families because they like it’s modern asthetic with comfortable rooms at a great value. Although it is located closer to the University of Washington instead of right downtown, the Watertown Hotel offers free shuttle service to most major attractions. If you have a car, parking is free unlike most downtown hotels where parking will run upwards of $26 a day. But that’s not all! Families love the free breakfast with freshly cooked bacon and eggs, free WIFI, and even free laundry facilities. A huge hit with families are the fun carts you can order up to your room. If your kids are bored, order up the art cart, or game cart. If mom needs some pampering, order up the spa cart. Average Nightly Rate $134
What’s to love
- Free shuttle to major attractions
- Fun carts – game cart, art cart, kids cart…
- Complimentary breakfast, laundry, WIFI.
- Suites are available
What’s not to love
- Not walking distance to main attractions
- No pool
Read the full reviews from families on Watertown Hotel | Check Availability and Deals at Watertown Hotel
Best Location for Families – Westin Seattle
Located right in downtown Seattle, the Westin’s location cannot be beat. It’s right on the edge of Belltown and Downtown, next to the monorail and within easy walking distance of some favorite family attractions like Pikes Place Market, Olympic Sculpture Park, Gameworks, and Seattle Aquarium. The Westin hotels are known for making families a priority and Westin Seattle is no exception. Their Westin Kids Club amenities provide so many extras that families are looking for from bottle warmers to jogging strollers. To top it off, families enjoy the wonderful indoor pool . Average nightly rates start at $159.
Other kid-friendly hotels in Chicago
Fairmont Olympic (avg nightly rate: $194) – 5 stars on Trekaroo
Seattle Marriott Waterfront (avg nightly rate $179) – 4 stars on Trekaroo
Grand Hyatt (avg nightly rate: $152) – 5 stars on Trekaroo
Sheraton Seattle (avg nighly rate $125) – 4 stars on Trekaroo
Hotels with Free Breakfast in Seattle
Which Activities came up at the top?
Best Activities for Kids in Seattle – voted by parents
Other Resources for Chicago:
- All 140 Activities for kids in the Seattle-Puget Sound Area
- Kid-friendly hotels in and around Seattle-Puget Sound
- Visiting Seattle with Little Kids - adorablyconfused
- Destination Playgrounds in Greater Seattle and Puget Sound – Travelmom
- Seattle Parks and Playgrounds - wandermom1
- Stores Mom and Kids Love in Seattle by Mompreneurs – Jill Dickinson
- 5 Lesser Known Pit Stops In and Around the Seattle Area – pitstopforkids
- Where to eat in Seattle with Kids in Tow - kirida
- Pumpkin Patches in the Seattle Area - Lydie Thomas
LiLing Pang is a contributing author on Trekaroo – a reviews site dedicated to exploring and traveling with kids.
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That time of the year is coming up soon! Trekaroo will be selecting our 2009 Superoos in December – that’s just a couple months away. So, if there is any doubt if you are a Trekaroo mom or dad who has demonstrated Superoo abilities this year? Then it’s time to step up.
Wait? Don’t you not know what a Superoo is? Wonder no longer…
Trekaroo Superoos are parents with unique characteristics who are able to see the humor amidst the challenges of traveling with their offspring. In fact, they thrive best when exploring and trail blazing with their pack. They are our biggest contributors and eager to help. Superoos inspire other family travelers through the stories they tell, the tips they share, and their insightful recommendations. Each year, the Superoo council selects moms and dads from the Trekaroo community who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. These select few are the go-to folks for travel advice and demonstrate wisdom and travel savvy that separate them from the rest.
Superoos get special Superoo privileges.
Intrigued? Find out more about how to become a Superoo
If you think you’ve run of of ways to prove your Superoo abilities? No way!
Did you know we added restaurants as a category under activities, you have even more to review. Add photos, answer questions. You can even create a list out of all the reviews you’ve already written. Just select a theme for your list and off you go.
Here’s another idea, get other families going by sending messages and compliments! There are so many ways to prove your Superoo abilities!
LiLing Pang is a contributing author on Trekaroo – a reviews site dedicated to exploring and traveling with kids.
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Still reminiscing of your summer travels and near home adventures? Moms and Dads, we want to hear all about them on Trekaroo!
You might even win an iPod Nano. This new iPod Nano is so small and light. It plays music and even videos. Who needs to lug around a portable DVD player for the kids anymore. These new iPod Nanos even capture video of your kids when you are out and about! So perfect for you or your kids. (Early Christmas gift?)
Get full details>
Write a review, get something new!
From now through November 30th,
every time you write a review
you’re entered to win an iPod nano.
The more reviews you write,
the more kangaroos go into the hat.
Record videos of your kids
Entertain them with audiobooks and groovy songs
And when you’re at the end of your rope,
maybe, just maybe
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