Best Free and Affordable Summer Camps in Orlando

Jump into fun at the City of Winter Park summer camp!

Summer will be here before we know it, and that means its time to start looking at Orlando summer camp options for the kids! We've rounded up budget-friendly summer camps in Orlando and Central Florida (for the purpose of this article, we've capped the camp cost at $200 per week or less). There are so many fun summer camps near Orlando, so don't let hefty costs get in the way of a memorable summer camp experience for kids!

Best Affordable Summer Camps in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

 Frost Valley YMCA offers a variety of day and overnight camps for kids ages 5-14. Photo courtesy Frost Valley YMCA

Fun summer camp options abound in Westchester and the Hudson Valley, from traditional day camps to STEM-focused programs to a variety of sports camps. But no matter your child's interests, camp can be a pricey proposition. If you're looking for especially budget-friendly options, we’ve rounded up a selection of the most affordable day camps in the area.

For this 2026 list, we've capped the cost at $600 per week, but most of these are well below that. Many of these camps offer half-day sessions as well as early-bird or sibling discounts. Plus, there are often options for financial aid or scholarships. Even if you don’t see that information listed, you can always ask to see if it’s a possibility.

For even more camp options, check out our Summer Camps Guide for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids, or search our Camp Directory

Best Summer Camps in Nassau County for Kids

Make a lifetime of memories at Shibley Day Camp. Photo courtesy of the camp

A glorious Long Island summer means sandy shores, ocean waves, pool noodles, and, for many kids in Nassau County, summer camp. Fortunately for parents, there are plenty of great summer camps in Nassau County to choose from.

Whether you’re looking for summer camps for your preschooler, sports summer camps for your athlete, or STEAM summer camps for your tech-forward kid, we’ve found the best day camps across the county.

For more options, be sure to bookmark our Long Island Camp Guide and our camp directory, where you can search for summer camps by age, type, and community. 

Affordable Summer Camps in New Jersey

Kids experience the natural world at Tenafly Nature Center Camp. Photo courtesy of the nature center

Now's the time to explore summer camps in New Jersey, because your kids deserve a stress-free summer of adventure after a busy school year. We've rounded up 17 summer day camps in New Jersey that are easy on the wallet but heavy on summer fun.

Many of these affordable summer camps let you register by the week or even the day, so you don't have to commit to an entire summer. Other options, like three-day weeks and half-day summer camps, help to keep costs down. Before- and after-care is also available at some of these inexpensive summer camps in New Jersey.

The following are some of the most affordable summer camps in New Jersey, and as a bonus, booking soon might help you score cost-saving early bird specials. For more on summer camps in New Jersey, bookmark our Guide to Summer Camp in New Jersey and our New Jersey Summer Camp Directory, where you can search for summer camps by age, interest, and town. 

Best Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Manhattan for Kids

Kids can run, swing, jump, climb, and twirl in the custom designed, multi-floor climber at Complete Playground. Photo by Diana Kim

Finding a non-membership, drop-in play space or indoor playground for your toddler or preschooler is like gold to New York City parents—almost as good as scoring a deal on rent. When it gets too cold to explore New York City's best playgrounds, and another play date at home seems dull (or, let's be honest, stressful), taking your kid to a cool indoor play gym or indoor playground in NYC, where everything seems new, and someone else does the cleaning, is a relief to the whole family.

Read on for our top picks for indoor play spaces in Manhattan and find more places to play on our lists of the best indoor playgrounds in Brooklyn and Queens' top indoor play spaces, plus our NYC Kids Guide to Indoor Play Spaces and Fun Zones.

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

Beaches Turks and Caicos appeals to families with kids of all ages.

Planning a family vacation with the extended clan is exciting, but it also presents a challenge—finding a place big enough to fit Grandma and Grandpa, aunts and uncles, cousins, and anyone else you want to bring along. Sure, you can rent a home, but sometimes you want to soak up some of those vacay vibes yourself in a resort-like atmosphere. Is that too much to ask?

We're happy to share that it's not! We've found 23 resorts that are perfect for a family vacation or family reunion, where everyone can stay under one roof. They include hotels with rockstar pools or water parks, kids clubs, and activities galore for all ages. And with adjacent villas, spacious suites with full kitchens, or even separate cabins or homes, they all allow for large groups.

Read on for the best family vacation resorts with hotel suites, cottages, and villas. Our Guide to Family-Friendly Resorts and Hotels has even more great options, including our popular list of the best all-inclusive resorts in the US, Caribbean, and Mexico.

Ultimate Georgia Bucket List: 50 Things to Do in GA

This Jekyll Island beach is filled with driftwood, hence the name: Driftwood Beach. Photo by Charlotte B

From a lively metropolis to the quaint coastal life, Georgia is a must-visit state! Whether you want the hustle and bustle of Atlanta, the largest Southeastern city in the United States; the lush landscape of Savannah; the quiet seabreeze of Tybee Island; the vibrant college scene of Athens; the charming Bavarian spirit of Helen; the jaw-dropping views of Tallulah Gorge State Park; or somewhere between, Georgia has it all. Take a look at our list of the best things to do in Georgia and let us know what you've visited and what you have yet to discover!

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