Top 5 Destinations for This Year’s Summer Vacation From Family Adventures Await
Have you been waiting for your kids to be “old enough to appreciate” a truly amazing family vacation? Jen Shanks, Founder of Family Adventures Awaits believes this is one of the biggest mistakes a family can make.
So often parents get caught up in the idea that their child needs to remember every event of a vacation to truly appreciate it. Jen thinks the opposite is true.
“I believe that children truly gain so much more from travel at a young age. Giving your child epic experiences and adventures will help shape the person they become and the desires they will possess as they grow older. It becomes a piece of their narrative and their favorite photos to look back on. They may not remember the exact details of a trip, but they will always remember the feelings of those incredible moments with their family fully engaged in a journey together.”
These are Family Adventures Await’s favorite summer vacations spots for families this year.
ICELAND
There is a reason why it seems like everyone you know is talking about Iceland lately. It is a spectacular destination. How about learning about the geology of the country, and seeing the place where two tectonic plates meet walking on glaciers? Or walking on moss-covered lava fields, watching geysers erupt, playing in black sand? Maybe boat rides through glacier lagoons, and walking behind waterfalls? These are only a few experiences in nature you can find in Iceland. You can experience all of this and more by staying in Reykjavik and taking day trips out into the countryside. But I recommend renting a car and driving the Ring Road, which is the road that takes you in a circle around the country.
AZORE ISLANDS, PORTUGAL
The Azores is a group of islands off the coast of Portugal in the Atlantic Ocean. They have a few international airports on the Islands and offer nonstop flights to the Azores from Boston, MA and Oakland CA. The Boston flight is only 4 ½ hours, which is closer than most Caribbean Islands. For those who are unable to fly direct, I would recommend flying through Lisbon and spending a few days in this charming historical city. Combing a few days enjoying nature and relaxing in the breathtaking Azores with the culture and history of Lisbon is sure to please every member of the family. And did I mention the wine?
HAWAII
If you are looking for a tropical paradise filled with natural wonders and cultural appeal but do not have passports for the whole family, Hawaii is the perfect destination. One of the all time best experiences Hawaii has to offer is watching lava flow into the sea. It is truly a once in a lifetime experience for everyone. What makes Hawaii so special is that it is made up of 5 islands, each with unique landscape and mind-blowing activities for all the members of your family. By combining more than one island in your vacation, you are able to experience something for everyone.
MONTANA / WYOMING
There are so many amazing National Parks in the US that it is impossible to choose just one. However, there is a reason Yellowstone National Park tends to jump to the top of the bucket list for so many families. There are hikes for all levels and huge variety of wildlife, and scenery; It is truly magnificent. Going on a sunrise wildlife spotting adventure will be the event that your children will talk about for years to come. In addition to this national gem, the area offers so much more. Adding a Dude ranch stay to your National Park visit is the perfect way for your family to disconnect, and make memories to cherish forever.
SEATTLE / SAN JUAN ISLANDS
Seeing Orcas in the wild has become increasingly more popular with families who want to teach their children about our animals in their natural habitat. Once your little animal lover has this experience, they will never look at ocean animals the same. There are several places to see orcas in the wild, but San Juan Islands are a gorgeous stop and only a few hours from Seattle. Creating a vacation spending time in both Seattle and San Juan Islands is a perfect way to combine an amazing city and a life changing experience in the wild.
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Originally published at KidsKillCoolness.
