Posts Tagged ‘Texas’

Jun

27

Most Family-Friendly Water Parks

BY Beth Blair of thevacationgals.com

Most Family-Friendly Water Parks

Don’t forget to pack the family’s swimsuits and sunscreen on the next family vacation. No matter where you go, there is a good chance there is a water park nearby. Here are some of the most fun family-friendly water parks to add to your itinerary.

The land of theme parks, Orlando, Florida, wouldn’t be complete without some refreshing water rides, and that’s where Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park comes in. One of two Walt Disney World Resort water parks, Typhoon appeals to the entire family from the little ones to the thrill seeking adults and everyone in between. Ketchakiddee Creek section is ideal for the young children while the older kids have a blast riding the Humunga Kowabaunga, catching some waves at the surf pool or coasting down the various water slides.

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CATEGORY: Destination

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May

25

Five Memorial Day weekend getaways

BY Scott Carmichael of gadling.com

Five Memorial Day weekend getaways

To many, Memorial Day is when theme parks and other summer recreational fun start. To others, it is a time to commemorate U.S. soldiers who died in military service. No matter how you plan to spend your Memorial Day, always remember to take a few minutes to remember those that gave their lives while serving their country.

As the temperatures rise, Memorial Day is traditionally when we kick off the summer season. To enjoy the long weekend, we’ve collected five fun getaways with enough to do for the entire family.

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CATEGORY: Destination | Holidays | Shopping | Travel tip

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Dec

08

Top 5 things to do in Houston for the holidays

BY Esther Lee of trekaroo.com

Top 5 things to do in Houston for the holidays

As the end of the year rolls in, I always scramble to figure out what are the best events for kids. If your family is in the Houston area for the holidays, here are the top five things to do with the kids.

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CATEGORY: Destination

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Dec

06

Exploring the revamped Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park in Dallas

BY Esther Lee of trekaroo.com

Exploring the revamped Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park in Dallas

After $8 million and two years of renovations, the formerly known Dallas Aquarium at Fair Park just hosted its grand opening on Friday, December 3rd as the Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park. What’s changed? Practically everything.

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CATEGORY: Destination

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