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Top Destinations / Theme Park Vacation
Families who play together stay together. Choose from a wide variety of accommodation options at or near your favorite world-famous
theme park.
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It's easy to see why the nations third-largest state ranks numero uno in tourism. With its major metropolitan cities, majestic
mountains, legendary national parks, trailblazing theme parks and, of course, remarkable ocean views, the sunshine state simply
has more to offer.
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- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
- Legoland rides and attractions
- Disneyland fun
- Moorten Botanical Garden
- Lake Tahoe ski resorts
- Kettner Art and Design District
- Waterfront Bar and Grill
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Family fun is what it's all about in the worlds theme park capital, where icons such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios,
and Sea World provide more thrills than anyone can experience in a two-week stretch. Other reasons to stay include over 100
sparkling lakes, and some of the countrys top golf courses.
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- Disney Worlds parks
- Discovery Coves dolphins
- Gatorland
- Universal CityWalk
- Boggy Creek Airboat and Safari Rides
- Silver Springs glass bottom boats
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Enjoy a unique brand of family entertainment in Branson, where star-studded entertainment, exciting theme parks and stunning
Ozark Mountain views come together to form the ideal American getaway. Here you'll find more than 100 shows to help get your
toes tapping.
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- Play at Celebration City
- Stroll Eureka Springs
- Get wet at White Water Park
- Dixie Stampede Dinner and Show
- See classic cars at 57 Heaven
- Shop Branson Landing
- Enjoy a meal at Top of the Rock
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The northernmost state in the lower 48 is the ultimate outdoor playground, beckoning outdoor enthusiasts to frolic among the
prairies, forests, lakes and streams. Famously known as the land of 10,000 lakes, Minnesota offers water activities at every
turn.
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- Golf Brainerd
- Catch a show at the Guthrie
- Walk the Heartland Trail
- Eat at Zorbaz on the Lake
- Water ski where it all started
- Experience Mall of America
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Get away and rediscover family time in San Diego, the biggest town in America to exude such a small-town vibe. Savor the sights
with a stroll through a park or along a secluded beach. Or pick up the pace with a visit to SeaWorld, Legoland or the world-famous
San Diego Zoo.
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- Explore Point Lomas tide pools
- Stroll Mission Beach
- Eat at Waterfront Bar and Grill
- Ride the rides at Legoland
- Day trip to Disneyland
- Kettner Art and Design District
- Visit the world famous San Diego Zoo
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Tampa and St. Petersburg are enticing cities with a major theme park, a bustling arts scene, upscale shopping and professional
sports. But they are also beautiful coastal cities, beckoning all who enter to get out and play at waterfront parks and white-sand
beaches.
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- Stroll Madeira Beach
- Go wild at Busch Gardens
- Play on the St. Petersburg Pier
- Wander Abercrombie Park
- Visit Sunken Gardens
- Day trip to Walt Disney World
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 1. Choose accommodations that best fit your familys needs. Some resorts offer attractions that extend the fun beyond the park.
Other resorts provide a quiet escape following a day of nonstop thrills.
2. Confirm your travel and activity reservations beforehand. If you think you'll arrive after the scheduled check-in time, notify
your resort and find out if any special instructions are needed.
3. Don't wait until the last minute to purchase travelers checks. Pack (in a separate place) contact numbers in case your credit
cards or travelers checks get lost or stolen.
4. Check the weather at your destination a day or two before your departure. Many websites, such as www.weather.com, offer quick
and easy ways to access a forecast almost anywhere.
5. If you're traveling with kids, pack something fun for the flight or car trip. Puzzles, games, and coloring books are just
a few ideas of kid-sized distractions that shouldn't take up too much space in your carry-on.
6. But leave room for essentials you can't afford to be without in the event your bags get delayed (medications, baby formula,
diapers, travel documents, etc.).
7. Pack snacks. You never know if your flight will be delayed with you on it. Fruit, crackers, nuts and granola bars all make
for good grub in a pinch. And don't forget the liquids. Good ole H2O makes the best choice for keeping the kids hydrated.
8. If you are driving (or renting a car to get from airport to resort), consider visiting a website such as www.mapquest.com
for directions and approximate driving times. Then have a GPS or road atlas handy, if possible, to help for those times when
you accidently venture off course.
9. You may be headed to a resort with the comforts of home, but that doesnt mean you have to take your home with you. Many things
may be bought during a quick visit to the grocery store, either right before or after you check in. This includes theme park
vacation staples such as sunscreen, disposable cameras, etc.
10. Wear comfortable shoes!
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