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Enjoy these great ways to have fun with kids in Miami and South Florida this weekend, including Worldwide Day of Play, the Bright Horizons festival, and Blippi tour.
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Check out these iconic things to do in Long Island with kids—including attractions, events, activities, museums, and more—that everyone growing up in the area really must experience!
We are fortunate in so many ways to live on Long Island. In what other region of the country can you pack your kids up for a morning train ride to Manhattan, then whisk them off later to one of the Hamptons’ most enviable beaches?
With four seasons' worth of fun in our backyard, how do you pick 100 activities every family on Long Island must experience? Well, it’s not scientific. We have no algorithms to determine them for us. Instead, we rely on you, our Mommy Poppins Long Island enthusiasts, as well as our parent-strong team of local writers, to keep us informed. So let's not belabor this introduction; here is our childhood bucket list for Long Island kids.
Looking for even more ideas? Check out our stories on 100 Free Things To Do on Long Island with Kids and 100 Things To Do with Kids in NY State.
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The Naples Grande Beach Resort on Florida's Gulf Coast is a surprisingly family-friendly destination, with pools, beaches, kayaking tours, and more to delight kids of all ages.
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Located less than two hours south of Miami, Islamorada is an ideal destination for families who want a Florida Keys vacation without the extended drive to Key West. Famous for its fishing and diving, Islamorada offers families plenty to do in and around the water, a host of great kid-friendly restaurants, and some charming places to stay, as you'll see in our roundup of the best Florida Keys hotels and resorts for families.
We have made the trip more than once, and each time we've returned wondering, how did we miss that attraction? It's probably because it was so difficult pulling ourselves away from the beach or the pool!
Here, then, are our top things to do with kids in Islamorada, where the water is always blue and the skies are rarely gray. For more fun in the Keys, check out our list of the best things to do in the Florida Keys with kids, part of our Florida Family Vacation Guide.
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The newly remodeled and rebranded Beach House Fort Lauderdale is an ideal choice for a family stay alongside the city's iconic oceanfront. Enjoy large rooms, family-friendly dining, and two great kids clubs.
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The Hamptons and North Fork of Long Island offer families a fantastic vacation getaway filled with endless activities and family-friendly excitement. There are family-friendly hotels near the ocean, country inns near golf courses, and bed-and-breakfasts within walking distance of the charming Long Island villages and some of North Fork’s celebrated wineries.
From chain hotels near kid-friendly attractions to decadent resorts with private beaches and pools to seaside motels, the East End lodging options are plentiful. Hamptons hotels are at a premium during the peak months of July and August. The North Fork hotels are usually at peak during the summer months as well, so book early for the best prices and monitor hotel websites for last-minute specials.
Read on for all the details of our favorite family-friendly hotels in the Hamptons and North Fork. Once you've booked your stay, check out our Guide to Family Fun in the Hamptons and North Fork for all our top picks for things to do, see, and places to eat. For more vacation getaway ideas for the summer, don't miss our Guide to Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways.
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Spring means strawberry picking in Atlanta! The season for u-pick strawberry farms in Atlanta is upon us and usually lasts through June. We have plenty of strawberry farms within driving distance of Atlanta that not only offer u-pick and pre-picked strawberries, but also activities like petting zoos, jumping pillows, and train rides. Georgia strawberries are also the theme of some of our favorite spring festivals, including the popular Georgia Strawberry Festival in Reynolds and the Strawberry Festival in Musella.
Check out the best Atlanta farms for strawberry picking...strawberry-themed outfits encouraged!
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Christmas vacation is one of the best things about the holiday season for many Atlanta kids. Parents, on the other hand, may dread the thought of keeping their children entertained for the winter break. Have no fear! We've got some amazing Atlanta staycation ideas to enjoy the ultimate Christmas vacation.
Because kids can sleep in during holiday break, take advantage of evening activities like Christmas light displays and Atlanta holiday shows and Nutcracker performances. Try outdoor activities, such as ice skating and winter hikes, since Atlanta's weather is generally mild. Save money during Christmas vacation by getting an Atlanta CityPass for many of Atlanta's top attractions, including Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and more.
