Are you looking for the ideal vacation spot to take the kids for the Summer? There are so many wonderful choices across the country. But in families where there are two or more children of different ages, you want to keep them all entertained. Here is our selection of top kid friendly vacation destinations around the USA, that offer a wide variety of activities for kids of all ages.
Branson, Missouri
With average springtime temperature highs in the low to mid-70s, Branson is a great place to enjoy the great outdoors this April. A family picnic with a view of Table Rock Lake would be a fantastic way to bond with your children outdoors. And if fishing is your thing, teach the little ones to reel in some fish.
For top-class entertainment suitable for the whole family, treat yourselves to a sightseeing boat excursion. The Showboat Branson Belle is a grand old paddlewheel boat offering short trips along the waters of Table Rock Lake.
Lunch and dinner cruises are available, and the first-class onboard entertainment and live music will delight all ages. It varies throughout the year, but often includes comedians, magicians, and singers.
Branson also offers awesome water parks and amusement parks, as well as the World’s Largest Toy Museum. Keep reading for more kid friendly vacation destinations.
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Honolulu, Hawaii
The city of Honolulu offers activities for children of all ages. With beautiful beaches, opportunities for dolphin encounters, museums, and zoos, there’s no shortage of kid friendly, fun things to do in Honolulu.
To make your stay even more fun for the kids, rent a cabin at the Malaekahana Park at Kahuku. This campground is a privately managed, non-profit organization and you will not need a state permit to camp here
If you visit Honolulu in May-June, you’re in for a treat. Two annual family-friendly festivals take place here. They are Lei Day and The King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade. These events are great for families making it one of the best kid-friendly vacation destinations in the U.S..
Lei Day has been celebrated since 1927. This display of Hawaiian culture will be held at the Kapi‘olani Park in Waikīkī. It celebrates lei and lei-making traditions with various festivities such as beauty pageants and “Lei Festival Queen” contests.
Celebrating its 150th anniversary on June 11th, the King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade honors Hawai‘i’s first monarch. This parade features floats, marching bands, and traditional horseback riders.
If you are a single parent enjoying some vacation time with your children, remember to familiarize yourself with any regulations regarding taking your kids out of state on vacation.
Galveston, Texas
For a family vacation with a difference, take the kids to Galveston, Texas. Stroll through charming alleyways and admire the 19th -century architecture, ride in a horse-drawn carriage, or go boating on the lake.
Galveston Island caters to the whole family, and a boat rental in Galveston is an affordable way to discover Galveston’s natural beauty on an unforgettable family vacation. Sailboats, motorboats, and fishing boats are available, with or without a skipper, depending on your boating experience and license.
For older children who have a taste for adventure, the Galveston Island State Park allows you to hike, bike, fish, and camp. Or check out Galveston Island Pleasure Pier and the Schlitterbahn water park, for fun activities that the whole family will love.
Upcoming festivals in Galveston this April are Easter in the Gardens at Moody Gardens on April 17th and the Grand Kids Festival on April 30th. The Tall Ships of Galveston festival will be running throughout the month of April.
San Diego, California
We know it can sometimes be difficult to keep your kids active at home, so take the opportunity to let them loose in a safe and fun environment.
Are your children animal lovers? They’ll love the San Diego Zoo. And if the ocean is their playground, SeaWorld San Diego offers an aquarium, theme park, and oceanarium all rolled into one.
If your younger children haven’t had much experience of the beach yet, the Children’s Pool Beach is ideal. It was presented to the community of La Jolla by the philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps in 1931, who paid for the construction of a breakwater project where children could play and swim safely.
Coronado Beach is also one of the best beaches for families with kids. It’s never that crowded, the water is warm, and the sand is soft and cool enough for little ones’ feet to walk on.
But if you visit San Diego in April/May, you’ll have the added bonus of the Fiesta Old Town Cinco de Mayo festival to enjoy with the kids. Situated in the Old Town, it runs from Saturday, April 30th, 2022 through Sunday, May 1st.
Tampa, Florida
For tons of outdoor fun, Tampa in Florida is hard to beat. Keep them entertained for hours with the roller coaster rides at Busch Gardens and water slides at Adventure Island.
If you’re visiting the city in May – July, there are a couple of festivals to delight the entire family. Riverfest takes place from May 6th -7th on the Tampa Riverwalk. This community gathering place comes alive during this free two-day cultural event.
And if you’ll be celebrating Independence Day in Tampa, the city will be hosting events at multiple locations. The schedule typically includes various fireworks displays, boat parades, and a wide variety of live entertainment.
What Family and Kid Friendly Vacation Destinations have you been to? I want to hear from you! – Lyric Spencer
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