May 22, 2013

Explore a New City: Family Scavenger Hunts

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What better way to explore a new city than by doing a scavenger hunt, particularly with kids. These days, visitors bureaus, private companies and even mobile app developers are getting in on the action to make city tours a whole lot of fun for the family. Take a look at a few great options: Chattanooga (TN): Enjoy a free Spring [...]

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Daily Deals: Splashy Indoor Water Parks

KeyLime Cove Indoor Water Park Resort

It’s chilly outside and the kids need to burn off some energy somehow, so check out a few fabulous deals on water park stays over on Groupon. Take a look: KeyLime Cove Indoor Water Park Resort (Gurnee, IL): Located less than one hour from Chicago or Milwaukee, KeyLime Cove was chosen as the most popular resort among families last year by [...]

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Survey: Top 10 Perfect Parks in America

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It’s been a bit hot this summer here in Washington, DC, I guess to make up for all the snow we didn’t get this year. We’ve had quite a few days at or above 90 degrees, which makes it hard to enjoy being outside. But when we do get cooler days, there’s nothing better than taking the kids to the [...]

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10 Children’s Museums for Olympics-Themed Fun

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If you can’t make it to London for the Olympic Games (don’t worry, I can’t either), then head on over to your closest children’s museum. Children’s museums across the country have really gotten into the spirit of the games, and many are offering fun Olympics-themed events. Take a look to see if you live near any of these cities offering [...]

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Have a Library Card? Get Free Museum Passes.

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Well, here’s another great reason to get a library card. Many public library systems around the country are offering free museum passes to library card holders. Yes, free. In many cases, you simply go online to the library system websites, select the date of your visit and print your passes. Other library systems require you to check out a free [...]

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3 Mini Golf Courses to Putt Your Way Through History

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We love to play miniature golf. It’s a great way to spend an hour with your family as you putt your way through 18 holes, and believe it or not, it can be educational too. If you’re headed to or will be driving through any of the cities below, play a round at any of these mini golf courses while [...]

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