US Family Travel

BYU yields a family-friendly college town rich in family values, and conventional family fun. Here is Trekaroo’s list of fun things to do in Provo with kids.

We have taken lessons, stayed in a variety of accommodations and traveled from several places around the USA. What we have discovered are an array of family friendly ski resorts awaiting your visit.

So there I was. Sitting at the top of a snowy hill in an inflatable rubber tire. And all of a sudden- whoosh! I was flying down the hill on an inner tube and laughing as I went. This 30-something mom was Cosmic Tubing at Mt. Hood’s SkiBowl!

When the fresh beach air calls, the seaside town of Santa Monica, located just west of Los Angeles, is often where my family and I end up. It has the charm and appeal of a coastal getaway, but with its sophisticated urban aspect, it is anything but a lazy beach town.

Whether you’re coming down from the mountains to hit the big city, just passing through, or planning your staycation, we’ve uncovered fabulous activities for a kid-friendly Denver day trip! Here’s a snapshot of our Trekaroo families’ favorite Denver-area activities and hotels.

New Mexico is an amazing place to visit with children. Beyond the October Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque’s cup runneth over with family-friendly activities—at least a full week’s worth. Plus, kid-friendly Santa Fe is just an hour away.

Whether you live in Michigan or are just passing through, a weekend trip to Mackinac Island with kids should be near the top of your to-do list. Recently, for the 10th anniversary of my 30th birthday, I signed up for a trail race on Mackinac Island and planned a quick family trip around it. Here are some of the tips I learned while planning.

When most people think of snow skiing, North Carolina probably isn’t the first place they think about, but it’s a great, drivable option for Southern skiers that want to learn to ski, or to get their snow fix close to home.

Trekaroo spent 2012 reviewing the best family dude ranch vacations across the country (it was a hard job, but someone had to do it!) We are excited to provide you with this handy guide to our favorite ranches and why they are so special as family friendly vacation getaways.

Our family’s lunchtime conversation at White Stallion Ranch went something like this…. Me: “So kids, who wants to go on the slow horseback ride across ‘Suicide Pass’ tomorrow?” Oldest son, …

                     I don’t want to hurt my high school history teacher’s feelings, but reading the past from a textbook is boring. Experiencing …

What Los Angeles hotels are family-friendly and offer convenience to local attractions? We’ve compiled reviews from our family readers and Superoos (expert reviewers) and offer you our selection of the best family-friendly hotels in Los Angeles, CA.

Averill’s Flathead Lake Lodge, a historic ranch is located on the east shore of the largest lake west of the Mississippi, Flathead Lake, exudes Big Sky Country relaxation. For over 60 years, the Lodge has been host to guests coming for a great family vacation filled with horseback riding, water sports, and relaxing, Montana-style.

From eastern Oregon, we meandered through pristine farmlands and sage covered hills; then climbed windy roads over central Oregon’s Cascade Range, then descended to the rugged coast.

Have you been fascinated by the glamor and glitz of Hollywood and wished you could take a family-friendly tour to see the stars? Well, look no further than Adventures by Disney and “Lights, Camera, Magic!”

In winter, Breckenridge CO is a skier’s paradise. However, during the summer in Breckenridge, this historic mining town transforms into a family vacation destination, especially for those who enjoy an active lifestyle.

With numerous accolades including TripAdvisor’s Best Destinations For Families, MSNBC’s 5 Great Summer Getaways in 2011, and Trekaroo’s own Top 10 Wisconsin Attractions, we definitely knew Wisconsin Dells was family friendly.

After a week at Lost Valley Ranch my well-traveled children asked if they could move to the ranch. They have never asked to move anywhere. Lost Valley is that special.