For active families, the South Tyrol region of Italy offers hiking

For active families, the South Tyrol region of Italy offers hiking, biking, climbing, swimming and horseback riding amid rolling meadows, mountain lakes, and rushing streams, with the towering Dolomites as a backdrop. Older kids will love getting spooked in St. Augustine by hearing all the bone-chilling stories of hauntings throughout the city by taking one (or all) of the many ghost tours available.

They've included everything from beaches, family resorts to museums to outdoor adventures that will please family members of all ages. Design of the activities, classes and experiences that make your trip incredible. Vacation Planning pays for itself in spades when you consider the time saved, resources you'd never know about, and one-on-one advice.

For more comprehensive assistance, our consultants charge a flat fee for their planning time, starting at $450 for a weeklong trip. Hotel Collection is free; more time-intensive requests requiring sourcing options from an extended list of vetted options will be quoted on request. Some clients come to us with loads of ideas and information, while others have just destinations or experiences in mind: we are equally at ease in both situations and we pride ourselves on our ability to listen, understand what you're after, and then make trip recommendations that ‘knock it out of the park'.

We process this information and, in turn, recommend hotels, classes, guides, and activities from our exclusive list of resources developed over the last 10 years. Planning a family vacation can be overwhelming. Hopes and dreams for a vacation are fluid; what you want for one vacation may differ radically from what you want for another, not to mention that families are all different in their needs and expectations.

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Wendy Perrin is TripAdvisor's travel advocate. Find time to read a book, or—even better—walk on the beach alone. Say, This is what we're going to be able to accomplish.” And then give yourself ample time to do each activity and enjoy it. If you overshoot, you're only going to end up frustrated.

(And my then three-year-old could have his usual, a cheese sandwich.) Many families have picky eaters—of all ages. Last summer, we got a beach house close enough to the ocean that we could even come back for lunch. No trip is smooth sailing all the time.

5 Keys to a Peaceful Family Vacation. Watch a thrilling rodeo show, drive through graceful pine forests to spy on cute bear cubs and other fauna at Bearizona Wildlife Park , or take to the railroad and spend a day on the Grand Canyon Railway Adventure Package. Williams has all sorts of activities to make your vacation a memorable one.

DefyGravity trampoline park is an appealing setting for energy-filled kids. To avoid disappointed faces, pick up tickets for escape rooms, Segway tours and other family-friendly activities in advance. Count on $20 for parking, and budget extra for food, or consider at least one combo ticket, which includes food throughout the day.

Your most difficult task will be choosing which of the dozens of family attractions to try, from a wax museum to a world records hall to dinner theaters, roller coasters and even Goats on the Roof” Nature will also be luring you to Smoky Mountain trails and overlooks, so no matter how many days you can spend in Pigeon Forge, they will all be full. Pleasant evenings also draw families to the area's multiple mini-golf courses, including one in nearby Gatlinburg. Nighttime is perfect for The Island in Pigeon Forge, an entertainment hub with lighted water shows.

Affordable and wholesome Pigeon Forge is adjacent to American's favorite national park, Great Smoky Mountains. As a bonus, you can also enjoy a tropical cocktail by the pool while watching your kiddos. Steps away are LEGOLAND's theme park and waterpark.

Set in the Northern Catskills, where there's lots of fresh air and space to run around, Durham makes a top family vacation base. Locals refer to Long Beach as one giant playground, so families are certainly welcome here. I was impressed at how quickly we were able to get to Disneyland and down the coast to Newport Beach.” — TripAdvisor Reviewer.

This adorable house was very comfortable and had every amenity needed for a family vacation. Nice dining and seating for the dinner party that we held for family and friends.” — TripAdvisor Reviewer. If you're planning on visiting in June or July, you can enjoy sea turtle nesting season.

Over in Cocoa Beach , you can sink your toes into the sand—but if you have teens, be sure to pop in to Ron Jon's massive surf shop for a ubiquitous (free!) sticker. The vibe on the Florida Space Coast is, overall, beachy and relaxed, but a vacationer's experience depends largely on the activity you choose. Tour the Gettysburg Battlefield, the National Military Park, and the Shriver House Museum at your leisure, or hop on a guided bus tour of the town to get the expert lowdown on all the key sights.

Steeped in Civil War history, the picturesque town of Gettysburg makes a pleasant and educational base for families. The neighborhood has several names—including Navy Yard, Ballpark District and Capitol Riverfront—but is easy to reach from any area of the city. The Einstein Planetarium at the Air and Space Museum offers a constant flow of illuminating, family-friendly entertainment.

When it comes to finding a great place to stay in Boston, one TripAdvisor reviewer stated this about their rental property : We regularly stay in rented accommodation rather when we go away, and this was one of the best we've experienced. Also check out the giant ocean tank at the New England Aquarium and board a Boston Duck Tour to be transported around this beautiful city on land and water. Boston has it all—the culture, the fantastic city parks, and a relaxed pace you might not expect in a city of its size.

Also had a perfect sunny autumn day for the tour so that was great as well.” — TripAdvisor Reviewer. And once you decide on a destination, you can book all your tours, activities, and attractions right on TripAdvisor Plus, our new 24-hour cancellation policy means you can pre-book before arriving, but still have the flexibility to cancel if your itinerary changes. Imagine an evening barbecue on the outdoor patio, a family movie night in the theater room, or a morning swim in your own private pool.

Swap the hotel mini-bar for a fully stocked kitchen and the communal lobby for a family living area—and maybe even a garden. While our list leaves out a few of the obvious big-hitters like Orlando, Virginia Beach, San Diego, and Myrtle Beach, we're featuring equally amazing spots, where the amenities for children are just as great and the welcome just as warm.

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