1. Our beautiful national parks.
National Parks are an affordable option with something for everyone and a big hit with kids of all ages. Enjoy all the grandeur from scenic view points and paved nature trails or venture further on day or overnight hikes. Our national parks can offer thrills that top those found at theme parks. We’ve enjoyed white water rafting at New River Gorge, mountain biking near Joshua Tree and Arches and rock climbing, rappelling and canyoneering adventures at Shenandoah, Zion, Arches and magnificent public lands in Utah. Accommodations range from tents, yurts and RVs to houses, hotels and resorts to suit you taste. Spring break is a great time to visit national parks that get too hot to enjoy in the summer.
Like theme parks, national parks can get crowded! We recommend arriving bright and early to beat the traffic and crowds and for a chance to enjoy tranquil moments in nature with your family. In warmer months, an early arrival will help you beat the heat as well. Always be sure you pack plenty of water for each person and if venturing off the beaten path, consider a satellite phone to ensure you can call for help if needed.
2. Cruising
Cruises offer a great spring break, especially for multigenerational or multi-family trips.
During the day everyone can do their own thing and pursue their own interests. In the evenings, you can all come together to enjoy dinner and chill time. Most cruise lines offer engaging kids clubs that give adults some alone time. With spring break cruises departing from the east and west coasts plus central located Texas and Louisiana ports, many families are within driving distance from a cruise vacation. If you have’t planned this year’s trip yet, cruising offers an easy to plan getaway.
3. Explore a major city
The weather during spring break offers a pleasant time for walking tours of cities like New York and San Fransisco. Museums, musicals, sky scraper observation decks, parks, history and great food make city trips a hit, especially with older kids who can capture awesome pics to post to social media.
4. Theme parks
While trips to Disney and Universal parks may not be the most original, they are still a ton of fun and are popular for good reason. Advanced planning and early arrival or “rope dropping” each day can make your trip significantly more enjoyable. Be sure to familiarize yourself with strategies to minimize time spent in lines at the particular theme park you’ll be visiting. Be sure to check out pricing for park tickets from reputable third party ticket sellers who can offer you significant savings.
5. A trip abroad
Including weekends, spring break gives your family 9 travel days to visit another country. Costa Rica and Europe are becoming popular spring beak destinations. Southern Europe can be too hot to enjoy in the summer. Spring break is less hot and less crowded. Win!
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