With summer in full swing and Boston Harbor within reach, what better way to spend quality family time than with a boat ride on the open seas?

Our city has a deep and exciting nautical history, and kids really enjoy a venture offshore. Boston Harbor has whale watch trips, speedboats, schooners, and even a ship shaped like a duck—enough seafaring options to satisfy every member of the family. 

For more fun on the water this summer, check out these Boston-area beaches and swimming lakes and ponds.

Visiting Long Island breweries can be a great way to enjoy a casual meal and some outdoor fun. Here are a few family-friendly beer gardens and breweries across the island where you can relax with a drink while the kids have a good time. 

Parents can wind down without having to find a babysitter, and kids can have fun in an exciting, new atmosphere. At these charming establishments, parents can enjoy a regular beer offering or a seasonal specialty. 

If wine is your drink of choice, however, don't miss our guide to kid-friendly wineries on the East End, and visit our Restaurant Guide for Long Island Families for even more picks.

Outdoor water parks and lazy river rides give kids and families a fun way to cool off in South Florida.

A jewel of an island located 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Nantucket is only 14 miles long and 3.5 wide, with an extremely walkable (or bikeable!) downtown. This tiny size makes it hard to find great places to stay, especially with kids!

We’ve put together a list of the best Nantucket hotels, resorts, and even a couple of vacation home rentals that we think are just right for families. Each offers an array of amenities onsite, including luxurious swimming pools (one just for children), babysitting services and kids clubs, private beaches, and even a ride on a vintage fire truck.

Read on to discover the top resorts and hotels on this unique nautical paradise, and for kid-friendly activity ideas, check out Nantucket With Kids: Best Things To Do in Nantucket, MA and our
Guide to Cape Cod and the Islands with Kids.

When the mercury rises, so does the fun with these cool activities for a Boston heat wave!

We've got you covered with the coolest indoor and outdoor fun for a CT heat wave! 

Kids love boba tea —it's sweet to drink, fun to chew, and cool to try so many amazing flavors. Atlanta bubble tea offers a tasty way to cool off during the blistering months, with fun flavor combinations that kids and adults both love. We've rounded up some of our favorite Atlanta boba tea spots perfect for kids -- making the cut with family-friendly flavors; nearby kid attractions; and colorful, laid-back settings!

Kid-friendly breweries in Orlando offer the perfect setting for families to enjoy quality time together among a vibrant beer scene. From outdoor areas with games to menus catering to all ages, these Orlando breweries provide a welcoming atmosphere for parents to relax while kiddos stay entertained. Plus, visiting an Orlando brewery is a fantastic way to support local family businesses. Check out the top family-friendly breweries in the area!