Visiting Water Country with Kids: Secrets to Visiting NH's Best Water Park
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Head to Portsmouth, NH for summer fun at Water Country!
End of Summer Bucket List: 35 Things to Do Before School Starts in Atlanta
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Blink and it’s already the end of summer – at least, according to many Atlanta school calendars. Squeeze out the last few moments of summer with our list of things to do before school starts in Atlanta. Check out our summer bucket list of activities you won’t want to miss, including the best pools, day trips, exhibits, and more activities in Atlanta sure to please everyone in the family.
10 Campgrounds Near DC to Go Family Camping with Kids
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Family camping is a great way to bond with kids in the great outdoors. But for some children, there's only so much hiking and s'mores-roasting they can do before they start to get bored and cranky. And some kids just don't do well completely roughing it. That's why it's helpful to find a campground with extra activities and comfortable amenities for families.
We’ve got you covered with 10 family campgrounds within a four-hour drive from DC that offer fun family activities like pools, mini golf, arcades, and more, as well as some with cozy sleeping arrangements such as cabins, tree houses, and RVs. We tried to include a range of price points to fit any budget.
Once you've chosen your destination, visit our Camping Travel Guide. There, we share everything from classic and funny campfire songs to kid-friendly ghost stories to help make your family camping trip a success
Best Family Fun Centers and Indoor Amusement Parks in NYC
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We've rounded up the best family fun centers and indoor amusement parks in New York City so active kids—and their parents—can enjoy an indoor escape while still blowing off some steam. There's no need to compromise on wild romping at these family fun centers.
From bounce houses to trampolines to obstacle courses and arcades, we've got you covered for all the fun your kids need. And, if you have a family birthday coming up, most of these spots also host parties. Find more romping spots for all ages in our NYC Kids' Guide to Indoor Play Spaces and Fun Zones.
39 Things To Do in Los Angeles Before School Starts
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Quick: It’s time to shoehorn all these last favorite things to do in Los Angeles before school starts up!
Is it me, or did this summer go by extra fast? I feel like we didn’t get to do half of our usual summer traditions, and now school is about to start. Hopefully, you at least got in a few day trips, visited a few beach towns, and got to go swimming in a lake or two.
But perhaps you haven’t made it on as many outings this summer? Well, there's still time to check out some really cool museum exhibits (like the Maurice Sendak Wild Things Are Happening exhibit at the Skirball) and shows for kids (The Actor’s Gang Shakespeare in the Park is back in Culver City, matey!) that truly should not be missed—they won’t be here when the next school vacation rolls around and are easy to squeeze in between your Target run for notebooks, and last-minute doctor’s appointments...
Check out more end-of-summer fun in our Summer Activities Guide for Los Angeles Kids. And if school is starting soon for your family, our Back-to-School Guide has pretty much everything you need.
Best Kid-Friendly Beer Gardens and Breweries in and around Chicago
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Sometimes, parents need a break. And maybe a beer. So, we've scoured the city and suburbs for some of the best beer gardens and local breweries in Chicago that welcome kids—many of which have great outdoor seating. We looked for places with quality kids' menus, something for kids to see or do, a lack of raised eyebrows about bringing kids along for the ride, and of course, great brews. Cheers!
For other great places to eat with kids, check out this list of restaurants with space for kids to play, the best themed restaurants in Chicago, and the ultimate guide to kid-friendly restaurants in Chicago.
13 Best Skateparks Near Philly
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Whether you've got a kid who's just learning to skate, or you've got a pro shredder at home, there are lots of great places in the city to practice new and old skills alike. Skateparks are a great place to practice tricks, or even learn to roll for the first time. Whether your kiddo loves skateboarding, rollerblading, or rollerskating this is a great way to get your kids moving outdoors. So grab your helmet, strap on your pads, and roll out to one of these great Philly skateboard parks.
Looking for more fun on wheels? Check out our guide to the Best Roller Skating Rinks in Philly.
End of Summer Bucket List: 30 Things to Do in Orlando Before School Starts
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With the start of a new school year right around the corner, many Orlando parents are left wondering how to make the most of the end of summer break. Good thing Mommy Poppins is here! We've crafted a list of 30 fun things to do before school starts, including a fairy door scavenger hunt, inflatable water parks, summer day trips, and much more.
Be sure to also visit our Orlando Summer Activities Guide to find more family fun ideas, and subscribe to our email list to get stories just like this delivered straight to your inbox.
