Orlando is synonymous with family-friendly vacations, and it's no surprise why. With its world-famous theme parks, beautiful weather, and a plethora of activities for all ages, it's the ultimate destination for a memorable family getaway. However, those hotels can really start to add up, when you're booking a long vacation with kids. Sometimes it's nice to stay in a house; one with multiple bedrooms, a kitchen, and even a backyard for the kids.

We've scoured the area to find our favorite home and condo vacation rentals for families in Orlando to help you book your dream vacation, with options for every budget. And if you are looking for a hotel, check out our Best Orlando Hotels for Families with Kids and Orlando Theme Parks Guide.

Bond with your little one during Mommy and Me—or really, Parent and Me—classes that help caretakers spend quality time with their babies and toddlers. Moms and dads have so many options in Atlanta for parent-child classes. From dance and gymnastics to art and music, Atlanta parents can try out fun, cute ways to connect with their young kids. 

Sailing on tall ships is a great way for families to explore the waters off Long Island's shores. From fishing trips and educational tours to private charters and schooner sails, these Long Island boats are the perfect way for your family to set off on a nautical adventure. 

Take the Ginny Marie, a 50-foot topsail schooner based in Port Jefferson Harbor. Sailing 7 days a week, three times a day from May to October, this 1920s wooden ship boasts a pirate ship vibe, which is perfect for families. My mateys and I were granted permission to come aboard for an afternoon sail. 

Below, a review of our tour, followed by a round-up of other sloop, schooner, and sailboat adventures around Long Island that are sure to make a big splash.

If you're looking for the absolute best things to do this fall in New Jersey, you've come to the right place. To celebrate the changing seasons, we've crafted this fall activities bucket list with dozens of things to do in New Jersey with kids. 

In autumn, New Jersey pulls out all the stops with crisp air, brilliantly colored leaves, apples ripe for the picking, pumpkins, and Halloween celebrations aplenty.

Be sure to also check out our Activity Calendar, which is bursting with fun picks, as well as our Guide to Fall Fun in New Jersey.

Rochester, NY is widely known as a gateway to the Finger Lakes region or the perfect stopover on a road trip to Niagara Falls. But this Upstate New York city stands on its own as a great family vacation destination, with good food, world-class museums, and a ton of history. Set right outside the banks of Lake Ontario, Rochester is also full of natural beauty.

Our family had a blast exploring Rochester on a recent summer trip. Here are 25 of our favorite things to do in Rochester with kids, including family-friendly hotels and restaurants in Rochester, NY. Check out our Adirondacks and Catskills Family Travel Guide for more New York State family vacation ideas.

Step inside Tiana's Palace at Disneyland, and you’ll hear jazz playing, dishes clanking, and the lively chatter of hungry Disneyland diners vying for a taste of New Orleans.  

Tiana’s Palace recently opened in Disneyland, smack in the middle of New Orleans Square. The newest dining option at Disneyland gets inspiration from the beloved animated film The Princess and the Frog. Keep reading below for everything you need to know about dining at Tiana’s Palace. 

For more Disneyland tips, check out these Disneyland hacks you need to know, see how to do Disneyland with a baby, and plan more thrills with our SoCal Theme Parks and Water Parks Guide. 

A fall bucket list for kids is a must-have in New England. There are so many fun things to do in Boston in the fall. For some, autumn is the prime season to enjoy the outdoors. Things to do with kids in the fall include hiking, apple picking, corn maze exploring, or celebrating all things spooky and sweet on Halloween. There's a lot for kids of all ages and stages to enjoy during a beautiful autumn in New England. Here's a list that can point you in the right direction when you're searching for the "best fall activities near me." We’ve rounded up some of our favorite must-do autumn activities in September, October, and November for the best things to do in Boston this fall. Read on for our fall bucket list for kids, and enjoy New England's signature season!.

For more fall fun, see 15 Fall Day Trips from Boston for our guide to autumn getaways. For more family activities this fall, be sure to check out our Boston Fall Fun Guide.

It's time to start checking things off that Fall bucket list! Autumn in New England brings all the fun fall things to do that Connecticut families look forward to every year. Traditions are abounding like picking that perfect pumpkin, or selecting a basket full of crunch apples or meeting the family at an annual festival. Families will also enjoy new exhibits at favorite museums, celebrations and getting in the outdoors.

But don't worry there's more! For more family fun this autumn, see our Connecticut Fall Fun Guide. And remember to check out our events calendar for the latest seasonal activities.