Vacationing at Minnesota family resorts is a strong tradition for many moms, dads, kids and grandparents. But "Minnesota family vacations" have taken on new meaning too, with amusement parks, theme parks and water parks. Nature centers and state parks connect families to wildlife and outdoor learning.
Fishing and hiking also add value for families that prefer nature-friendly vacations.
Family fun vacations and outings include kids activities, and festivals and events held year-round throughout the state; many of which have their own temporary amusement parks, and provide good food and top quality entertainment.
You've made play dates for your kids. How about planning a play date for your family?
Dog sledding is quickly becoming a popular snow sport, and not just among mushers with their own teams of sled dogs.
Information and search tools for finding the perfect Minnesota resort.
At the undisputed top of the list of Minnesota shopping attractions is the world-famous Mall of America, plus exciting downtown shopping, several large malls, and plenty of charming small-town main street shopping.
Cruising the slopes amidst Minnesota's gorgeous scenery, feeling snowflakes brush your face, you hear the swoosh, swoosh, swoosh of your downhill skis and you're reminded of what's good about winter.
Just because it's winter, it doesn't mean that you can't go for a dip. A real winter treat for the kids in your life is a hotel stay with lots of pool time, topped off with some action in the game room and a pizza. New in the last couple of years are several indoor water parks that add to the fun.
Love being out on the water? Want some special time with family or friends? How about a different kind of adventure this summer? Some floating fun...aboard a houseboat!
Grab your hiking boots, find the bug spray, and charge the GPS unit - the Minnesota State Parks Geocaching Wildlife Safari has begun.
It's pretty easy to find a great place for a good time with the kids in Minnesota. Here are a few favorite places to get you started.
Minnesota's downhill ski areas offer exciting snowboarding parks
Several Twin Cities hot spots are a blast of summer when chill winds blow.
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