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Snorkel in the pristine waters of Key West. Coral Reef State Park. Photo by John Pennekamp

12 Best Places To Visit in the South, USA with Kids

Soak up the southern charm and hospitality in these great cities, beach towns, and other places...

The Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is a car and motorcycle lover's dream come true.

Birmingham with Kids: 20 Best Things To Do in Birmingham, Alabama

Explore Birmingham with kids with this handy list of things to do.

Take a free tour of the South Carolina State House, the state's capitol building.

Columbia with Kids: 25 Best Things To Do in Columbia, SC

There's so much to do with kids in South Carolina's capital city!

It's all aboard at Kings Dominion, an amusement park near Richmond, Virginia.

Richmond, VA with Kids: 50 Fun Things to Do in Richmond

This riverfront Southern city teems with history and family fun.

Take advantage of the warm weather and gorgeous beaches in Charleston. Photo courtesy of Wild Dunes Resort

Charleston with Kids: 30 Best Things To Do in Charleston, SC

Beaches, great eats, museums, and family-friendly attractions await in this southern city.

Try the beignets at the iconic Cafe du Monde. Photo courtesy of neworleans.com

45 Best Things To Do in New Orleans with Kids

Find the best things to do, foods to eat, and places to stay with kids in the Big Easy.

Take a photo at Tiny Doors ATL's door #6, featured in a custom bench by artist Ira Hill, located on the Beltline Eastside trail. Photo courtesy of Tiny Doors ATL

100 Best Things To Do in Atlanta with Kids Before They Grow Up

See pandas, ride a three-story slide, go hiking and do more in Atlanta!

The touch tank at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science delights kids. Photo courtesy of the museum

Jackson, MS with Kids: 25 Best Things to Do in Jackson, Mississippi

Mississippi's capital is full of fun museums, great restaurants, and more for families.

Photo courtesy the St. Augustine tourism bureau

Florida Family Travel Guide

Find your new favorite Florida destination with our family travel guide.

Get up-close with crocodiles at Zoo Miami. Photo by Ron Magill for Zoo Miami

55 Fun Things To Do around Miami with Kids Before They Grow Up

Come to Miami for the beach but stay for the endless family attractions.

Bask in the seaside charm of Kiawah Island.

Kiawah Island with Kids: 40 Best Things To Do on Kiawah Island, SC

Have some family fun in this southern oasis less than 25 miles from Charleston.

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Top 10 North Carolina Beaches for Families

From famous hotspots to little known gems: the NC shoreline has some great family beaches.

Blow off steam at at the Biltmore Estate's Pisgah Playground. Photo courtesy of the estate

Asheville with Kids: 40 Best Things To Do in Asheville, NC

Swimming holes, hiking trails family-friendly breweries, and the Biltmore Estate draw families to...

Kids can take an immersion tour or have an aquarium sleepover at the National Aquarium. Photo by Chris Mattle

Baltimore with Kids: 50 Best Things to Do in Baltimore, MD

Baltimore's walkable Inner Harbor and other neighborhoods offer tons of family fun.

Florida boasts plenty of white-sand beaches with crystal-clear water. Photo courtesy of South Seas Island Resort

10 Best Florida Beach Vacations for Families

Escape the cold weather at one of these warm and sunny Florida beach vacation destinations.

Experience the Spectacle of Color Parade at Grand Carnivale, Carowinds' newest celebration. Photo courtesy of Carowinds.

98 Things To Do in Charlotte, NC with Kids

This southern city is packed with kid-friendly activities.

SeaWorld Orlando theme park, zoo and aquarium offers exciting rides and roller coasters, up-close animal encounters. Photo by the author

100 Best Things To Do in Orlando with Kids Before They Grow Up (Other than Theme Parks)

Check out the ultimate things to do in Orlando with kids — including attractions...

Go fishing at the the Virginia Beach Pier.

Virginia Beach with Kids: 25+Things To Do on a Family Vacation

Here’s what to do, where to eat, and where to stay in Virginia's ultimate family beach town.

Take in the view of Cheat River Canyon from Raven Rock in Coopers Rock State Forest

West Virginia with Kids: Top Things to Do in the Mountain State

Hike gorgeous state parks, explore caves and zoos, or kick back at a ski resort in W. Va.

Virginia is for Families: 6 Great Resorts for Family Vacations in Virginia

There are many reasons for families to vacation in Virginia. Major cultural attractions like...

Colonial Williamsburg: Virginia's 18th Century Destination for 21st Century Families

Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the world, a recreation of its...

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Visit the home of George Washington in Virginia. Photo courtesy of Mount Vernon

100 Things To Do in DC with Kids Before They Grow Up

How many items can you and your family check off of our ultimate DC fun list?

Explore amazing interactive exhibits at the National Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum

3 Days in DC with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom

Have a fun-filled long weekend in DC—without breaking the bank —with this three-day itinerary...

April is the ideal month to see the Washington, DC cherry blossoms. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service

Top Attractions in DC: The Best Things to See and Do with Kids

Here are the best things to see and do with kids in our nation's capital.

Kids can take an immersion tour or have an aquarium sleepover at the National Aquarium. Photo by Chris Mattle

Baltimore with Kids: 50 Best Things to Do in Baltimore, MD

Baltimore's walkable Inner Harbor and other neighborhoods offer tons of family fun.

Hiking the forests of the Shenandoah Valley. Photo courtesy of Virginia State Parks

40 Fun Things To Do in the Shenandoah Valley with Kids

Plan a getaway to this gorgeous slice of Virginia with tips from a local.

The remodeled National Air and Space Museum is a sight to behold. Photo courtesy of the museum

Free Museums Near DC to Visit with Kids

Discover amazing DC museums that offer free admission each and every day.

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Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr

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Go on a safari at Leesburg Animal Park. Photo by Sam Dean, courtesy of Visit Virginia

Ultimate Virginia Bucket List: 100 Things To Do With Kids in VA

Here is your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in Virginia as a family.
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Beaches Turks and Caicos appeals to families with kids of all ages.

Best Family Vacation Resorts & Hotel Suites, Cottages, & Villas

These amazing resorts can fit the whole gang!
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Kayaking is one of the many outdoor activities available at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park.

West Palm Beach with Kids: 50 Things To Do in West Palm Beach, Florida

Step off the beach to enjoy animal adventures, interactive museums, sporty activities, water parks...
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Embrace the slow rhythm of a camel ride on a safari adventure. Photo by Diana Kim

Best Family Travel of 2024: Our Favorite Cities, Beaches, Hotels, and More Vacation Ideas

Check out all the amazing places we visited in 2024!
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SpongeBob fans will go nuts for this pineapple-themed suite. Photo courtesy of Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

12 Hotel Suites Around the World That Will Blow Your Kids' Minds

See these out-of-this-world stays for your mini travelers.
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