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Whale’s Tale is a thrill filled water park in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, near Lincoln. Their wild water rides are designed to put you in the eye of a storm.

Whale’s Tale Waterpark

Their water bobsled ride twists you around for 400 feet and gets you going 40 mph!

Some of the other attractions include 2 major thrill rides, 4 waterslides, 2 tube rides, a huge wavepool, tranquil Lazy River ride, 3 giant hot tubs, 4 kiddie rides, a themed warm water pool.

Parents can relax while the kids have fun in the special activity area designed just for them.

Enjoy live entertainment on the Wave Side Stage every Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

The Whale’s Tale Waterpark is a New England favorite and the Aquatics International Magazine liked it so much that the park was voted "Best in Class".

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Family Horseback Riding

Colorado Rockies Family Ranch Vacation - At the King Mountain Ranch in the Colorado Rockies the whole family can mount up on horseback and go riding through the Arapaho National Forest. This resort dude ranch is an inexpensive getaway spot with fun things to do for the kids as well as parents.

They have great programs for children that stress safety and horsemanship skills. It is designed to get kids of all skill levels up on a horse and riding either the mountain trails or the around the ranch.

Special events are the most popular with the kids like Field Days, Kid’s Only Cookout, a Lunch Ride or Hike, Tie-Dying, making Homemade Ice Cream, and a Ranch Treasure Hunt. Besides playing cowboy there are a large variety of activities available at the King Mountain Ranch such as wagon rides, rodeo type games, fishing, hiking, skeet & trap shooting and plenty more. A getaway to the King Mountain Ranch is a good inexpensive trip idea for the family.

Bellagio Las Vegas Water Show

Las Vegas, Nevada - The best vacation I ever took was when I went to Las Vegas, Nevada. I went originally for a baseball tournament, but it turned out that baseball was not the only thing on my mind.

The bright lights, the shows, the restaurants, everything that was on the strip was incredible. We stayed about 15 minutes away from the strip, but it was not a bad drive into Las Vegas. We saw the water show outside the Bellagio, we ate at the ESPN Zone, and we visited the M&M factory.

We also went on a short drive over to the Hoover Dam. It was incredibly, one of the best sites I have ever seen. Even though I was not 21 when I visited Vegas, there was so much to experience and enjoy. When I told people I was going to Las Vegas, they laughed and said there is nothing to do there until your 21, when I got back, I was the one laughing at them and showing them my pictures of every little thing I got to do.

Scene from Derbyshire Village England

On premises is the fine Highlander Restaurant and 10 award winning guest rooms. They all have great views of the golf course. The 18-hole golf course is laid out over 170 acres of the most gorgeous East Midlands countryside. It was designed by the former World Champion, Peter McEvoy.

Nearby is the Peak District National Park where you can enjoy walking, biking, climbing and other outdoor fun. In between golf rounds you can take advantage of all that the Peak District and Derbyshire have to offer; beautiful scenery, outdoor activities, shopping, festivals and shows. Horsley Lodge, Derbyshire is great for combining a family trip with your England golf getaway plans.

California Golf & Spa vacation - For a golfing and spa getaway try the Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, California. Surrounded by desert and mountains this resort is in a unique location.

Desert Springs California Golf Spa Resort

The beautiful 18-hole championship golf courses, Palm Desert Springs and Valley Desert Springs are popular with both the golf pros and many Hollywood stars. They were both designed by the "King of Waterscapes", Ted Robinson.

The Desert Springs resort spa features massage and body treatments for both men and women. Desert Springs has fitness classes, personal training including one-on-one yoga and Pilates. The Kids Klub organizes fun adventure activities for the kids. Nearby is Joshua Tree National Park and Indian Canyons where you can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and biking.

Myrtle Beach South Carolina

Myrtle Beach - A trip to Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular vacation ideas along the U.S. Atlantic coast. Located in South Carolina, Myrtle Beach has so much to offer for the family. There's the beach itself, for great swimming, surfing, fishing and all the water related fun. But there is also plenty of other things to do and see. There is almost always some type of festival or other event taking place.

Some of the local attractions include Ripley's Aquarium, Alligator Adventure and Waccatee Zoo. A real favorite with the kids is Family Kingdom Amusement Park and Family Kingdom Water Park, both situated right on off the beach. Vacationing in Myrtle Beach is also great for golfing, theaters, shopping and excellent restaurants.
 

Niagara Falls Canada at Night

I personally love enjoying the true magnificent splendor of the falls, but if you are the more active person or club goer, this is the place for you too! There are attractions like The Maiden of the Mist. This is a boat ride that will take you to the cataract of the falls. Watch out! You will get wet.

If you are a history enthusiast then you can enjoy old Fort Niagara. Clifton hill is a street that has many souvenir stores and attractions. Some local attractions are fun houses, museums and, my favorite, The Hershey Factory! If you are a serious risk taker there are casinos located in Niagara Falls too!

Hat Head, New South Wales, Australia

Satin Bowerbirds, famous for their collection of blue objects, used for attracting mates, can be found here. Also the Superb Lyrebird, a mimic of a huge variety of sounds, some of which sadly include chainsaws. There are plenty of camping grounds in which to pitch a tent, many with ocean views! Cook up some snags on the many barbeques available in council owned parks and gardens.

For those who love fishing, there are many options. Rock fishing, beach fishing and boat fishing can haul in Flathead, Leatherjacket, Mulloway and more. There are many boutique shops featuring the works of local artisans, so pick up a souvenir to remind you of your restful and nature loving visit to the South Coast of New South Wales.

Bannack State Park Montana

What it is basically, is live reenactments of significant events that happened throughout history there. I like it is so much because its fun and incredibly real. You also get to explore the town and see all the old historical buildings ether on your own or you can have a guided tour where they answer any questions you have. Another plus is they allow you to go behind the locked doors. Lots of room for camping available here if you are not too scared plus its a lot closer than going to a hotel. So if you are in for a good scare and love history I can't think of a better place to be than a ghost town in the west.

Barcelona Skyline

By Irene - One of my most memorable weekend trips was my trip to Barcelona. I stayed at a friend’s house, which was walking distance to la Sagrada Familia, and that made it really easy for me to get around too. The best way to visit Barcelona in a short period is to buy a 2-day hop on hop off bus, which you can take in the defined spots around town. The buses take you to sights which you might take a long time to get to if you go by bus, like a nun monastery, the Barcelona FC Stadium and Park Güell. In fact, Gaudí’s references are all over the city and make it a delight to visit and photograph. Gaudís houses, which are situated near Passeig de Gracia are totally worth a visit despite the entrance fee. I also loved shopping in Barcelona. Clothes and stationery are nice, there are a variety of brands which are not so pricey.