25 Places That You Must Travel With Your Kids

Family vacations create the kinds of memories that live on in your kids’ hearts and minds for the rest of their lives. We hear stories all the time about children who grow up, start families of their own, and then take their kids to the same destinations year after year.

When summer vacation hits, see if you can take the family away for an all-American adventure, a European getaway, or something a little more spicy south of the border.

1. Walt Disney World, Florida

You knew we had to start here! They can’t escape their tagline, “Where dreams come true,” because families from all around the world know it to be true.

It’s worth it to splurge on an all-inclusive resort. You’ll have easy access to an onsite pool for the days you just want to relax close to your home away from home.

Delicious meals and snacks will always be within reach. And, typically, you can arrange for transportation to and from the parks in a breeze.

For more on that, here’s our guide to the best rides in Disney World.

2. Destin, Florida

Florida is an easy choice for families all over the world. Of course, the Orlando area gets a lot of heat because it’s the heart and soul of Walt Disney World.

But, Florida has world-renowned beaches for good reason. Take Key West, St. Petersburg, and St. Augustine as prime examples.

To avoid the spring breakers and college crowds, however, you might want to opt for beach destinations that are a little bit more family-friendly.

Destin, up along the Gulf Coast, is one of your best bets. It’s a family-friendly town with generally calmer waves and plenty of activities for the kids to enjoy like Big Kahuna’s Water & Adventure Park.

3. Virginia Beach, Virginia

Moving up along the coast, Virginia Beach is another hotspot for family destinations. Of course, you have easy access to the Atlantic with a plethora of oceanfront properties.

There’s a great boardwalk with plenty of shops and treats to delight in. At night, everyone’s bellies will be full of some of the freshest food this side of the Atlantic.

As with any reputable beach town with a boardwalk, you can send the kiddos to bed happy with three scoops of ice cream.

4. Cape May, New Jersey

Further along the hike along the east coast, you have Cape May, New Jersey. It may be slightly lesser known than the infamous Jersey Shore, but its majestic beauty will leave the whole family in wonder.

Again, you’ll have easy access to the Atlantic thanks to a plethora of hotels, B&Bs, and Airbnbs.

There will also be plenty of miles to stroll along the boardwalk and pick up various treats. The kids can play to their hearts’ delight out on the beach all day.

If you can plan it right, Cape May is also a great destination to have a solo romantic dinner in town. The old Victorian homes have romance written all over them.

So, if one of the kiddos is old enough to be trusted to host a movie night, that could definitely be a plan for one of those nights!