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Perfect Family Vacation Get-away!   Looking for island fun? Work or play, this tropical destination is ideal for families and groups alike. Delve into the oceans depths at the Aquarium Pyramid to see penguins, sharks and thousands of tropical fish. Explore the mysteries of science at the Discovery Museum or experience the action of the IMAX 3D, 4D or Ridefilm theaters. Cruise aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat or enjoy beautiful white sand beaches and blue lagoons at Palm Beach. And, whether its a weekend retreat or an extended stay, the spectacular Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center has the accommodations and service for an ideal getaway. You can even check out the beautiful new Moody Gardens Golf Course. (less) ... (more)

   Rockhopper's Family Fun Center is a great place for people of all ages. Start with the 18-hole Pebble Beach of miniature golf course, then try a host of other activities indoors or out: mini-bowling, arcade, air hockey, water wars, Fluff n' Stuff Factory, pizza, drinks and snacks . We have party facilities, group rates and lock-ins.

Sea World Family Vacation Packages!   SeaWorld San Antonio, the world's largest marine life adventure park and family entertainment showplace, presents a splashy lineup of more than 26 sensational shows, thrilling rides, animal attractions and educational experiences for all ages. It's actually four parks in one on 250 acres: a show park, a rides and slides park, a water park and an amazing animals park. (less) ... (more)

   Volente Beach is Austin's Waterpark! Located on Lake Travis, the park provides a break from the summer heat. Volente Beach, just 30 minutes from downtown Austin, offers terrific amenities such as The Sundowner Grill restaurant, volleyball court, moon walk, dunking tank and a pirate pool and splash ground designed just for kids.

   Accent Travel , an American Express Travel Services Representative, has been providing travel services in Central Texas for over 15 years. Locally owned, Accent Travel is an Austin,Texas based agency that has grown into a full service travel management company.

   Austin's best Cajun cuisine with a huge outdoor patio and bar!

   Amy's Ice Creams is an Austin staple, known for fabulous ice cream and fun for the whole family. 10 locations around Austin!

   Applebee's is the largest casual dining chain in the world, with locations throughout the U.S. and many countries worldwide. We take pride in having a friendly, welcoming, neighborhood environment for both our staff and guests that makes everyone enjoy their Applebee's experience.

   Austin Children's Museum creates innovative learning experiences for children and families that equip and inspire the next generation of creative problem solvers. Austin Children's Museum is an essential catalyst and trusted advisor in a community that works together to become more creative, more inventive, and more competent.

   Located on the western edge of Zilker Park, the Austin Nature & Science Center is dedicated to the exploration of the natural world. When you come by for a visit you will be able to meet a coyote and red-tailed hawk in our Wildlife Exhibits. You can follow the path of Texas fossil hunters and un-cover evidence of pre-historic life in the Dino Pit. You can explore natural science specimans and add to your own collection through the Naturalist Workshop and Trade Counter. (less) ... (more)

All-Day Fun For Everyone!   Austins Park is the only place in Central Texas where visitors can enjoy miniature golf, rock climbing, laser tag, go-kart racing, bumper boats, kiddie rides, a huge video game arcade, multiple party rooms and an all-you-can eat pizza buffet all in one location. The 50,000-square-foot building offers meeting space for events ranging from corporate retreats and lock-ins to children's birthday parties and concerts. (less) ... (more)

   Barton Creek Resort & Spa is anything but ordinary; beauty and relaxation encompass this Texas luxury resort. Offering sweeping views of the Austin countryside while nestled within 4,000 secluded acres of rolling hills, this luxurious Texas Hill Country resort provides the ultimate relaxing getaway.

   Ventana del Soul's caf has a children reading section, board games, free WiFi and plenty of comfortable seating. We serve gourmet sandwiches, salads, espresso coffees, ice cream, blended frozen drinks, smoothies and bubble teas. Many ingredients come from local companies, including Texas Coffee Traders, Blue Bell Creameries and TexaFrance. Open Daily 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (less) ... (more)

Family, Food, and Fun!   Celebration Stations game room features over one hundred video and redemption games. Our game selection offers something for everyone including air hockey, pool tables, driving games,alley rollers,interactive games,prize cranes and more.

A Playground For Your Mind   More than 14 pulsating exhibits make the Children's Museum of Houston one of the top rated in the country. Packed with daily activities and invigorating performances, its the place where minds come out to play! The Childrens Museum of Houston is 2009 Nickelodeons Parents Pick Awards Best Museum in Houston and is the only childrens Museum in Texas to receive a 5-star nationwide rating from Citysearch.com. Serving more than 750,000 people annually, the Children's Museum of Houston is the highest-attended youth Museum in the country for its size. The Museum is dedicated to transforming communities through innovative, child-centered learning and offers 14 galleries of hands-on exhibits and innovative bilingual learning programs for kids ages birth to 12 years. The Museum operates as a 501(c)(3) under the direction of a Board of Directors and is located at 1500 Binz in Houstons Museum District. Admission is $8 per person and $7 for seniors 65+. Children under one and Museum Members receive free admission. Free Family Nights are offered Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. courtesy of The Wortham Foundation, Inc. and Kathrine and the late John P. McGovern, M.D. (less) ... (more)

The Largest Zoological Experience in Texas   With 95 acres to explore, thousands of animals to visit, and a huge variety of family activities, the Dallas Zoo is enormously entertaining! Our goal is to make your visit an exciting adventure with opportunities to learn about interesting wildlife, engage in interactive fun, and support worldwide conservation and research to protect and preserve endangered species. (less) ... (more)

   Experience the heart of the Riverwalk at Hyatt Regency San Antonio. We are the only San Antonio Riverwalk hotel directly overlooking the historic Alamo and on the Riverwalk, connecting two of San Antonio's top destinations through our 16 story atrium lobby.

Best Views in the City!   Stay at one of the finest of downtown Austin hotels - Hyatt Regency Austin. Located on the shores of Town Lake, surrounded by the scenic Hill Country of central Texas, this prime convention hotel is within easy walking distance of Palmer Auditorium, Austin Convention Center, the legendary Sixth Street entertainment district and the State Capitol Complex. A great destination before or after watching the bats just a few steps down the trail from the front entrance. (less) ... (more)

Perfect Family Vacation Get-away!   Looking for island fun? Work or play, this tropical destination is ideal for families and groups alike. Delve into the oceans depths at the Aquarium Pyramid to see penguins, sharks and thousands of tropical fish. Explore the mysteries of science at the Discovery Museum or experience the action of the IMAX 3D, 4D or Ridefilm theaters. Cruise aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat or enjoy beautiful white sand beaches and blue lagoons at Palm Beach. And, whether its a weekend retreat or an extended stay, the spectacular Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center has the accommodations and service for an ideal getaway. You can even check out the beautiful new Moody Gardens Golf Course. (less) ... (more)

Exhibits, Imax, Children's Museum and more!   The Museum of Nature & Science is the result of a 2006 merging, unlike any in the nation, of three cultural institutions " the Dallas Museum of Natural History (est. 1936), The Science Place (est. 1946) and the Dallas Childrens Museum (est. 1995). The combination of the Dallas Museum of Natural History and the Science Place was completed in June of 2006. The Childrens Museum combination was completed the following October. These combinations have resulted in an exciting family destination, which is able to better serve the community and steward its investment in the institution. The Museums mission is to inspire minds through nature and science! (less) ... (more)

Mexican Grill &Cantina   Experience On The Border! Traditional Mexican favorites and mesquite-grilled specialties, served in a bold, engaging atmosphere.

Amazing Riverwalk Location!   Whether it is business, pleasure or that special vacation, youll enjoy the personalized touches and amenities that characterize the San Antonio Riverwalk Plaza Hotel Resort & Conference Center. Best of all is our superior location on the beautiful Riverwalk, in the heart of downtown, just a short stroll from the Market Square, La Villita Shops, The Alamo, King William Historic District, The Convention Center and the Alamodome. (less) ... (more)

Don't Just See, Understand San Antonio   The story of San Antonio is more exciting than any movie! Yet, San Antonio also acted as the star in the greater "production" that is Texas history. Come and discover her most intriguing tale through storytelling rather than a dry list of facts. By doing so, San Antonio's past will serve as an unequaled educational tool for comprehending this stirring and important history. History which will go on to impact the US and even world history in ways that will surprise you! And that's no Texas tall tale! Coverage: Alamo - San Fernando - Main Plaza - Presidio - La Villita - River - Missions European & Indian Influences - Texas & Mexican Revolution - Cowtown Saloon Days - Tejanos - Texas History - Spanish Colonialism - much more. (less) ... (more)

   San Antonio Zoo The San Antonio Zoological Society is open 365 days a year. A must see and the Zoo's newest exhibit called Africa Live 2! is set to open in March. Visit the Zoo website for more information.

Sea World Family Vacation Packages!   SeaWorld San Antonio, the world's largest marine life adventure park and family entertainment showplace, presents a splashy lineup of more than 26 sensational shows, thrilling rides, animal attractions and educational experiences for all ages. It's actually four parks in one on 250 acres: a show park, a rides and slides park, a water park and an amazing animals park. (less) ... (more)

Paseo del Rio Association   The Paseo del Rio Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1968 to promote and support the San Antonio River Walk, the number one tourist attraction in Texas. The association accomplishes this through the production of special events along the River Walk throughout the year and through the publication of Rio Magazine, a monthly visitor magazine distributed to 35,000 each month. (less) ... (more)

Fabulous Luxury Family Resort!   It's the ultimate blend of recreation and luxury: six pools, three hot tubs, health club and spa services, tennis courts, delightful dining, a kids club and flexible, spacious meeting space. But the star attraction is most certainly the golf: 36 holes of handicap-testing bliss, anchored by the 18-hole championship Resort Course at La Cantera, designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer. (less) ... (more)

   Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve was founded in 1974 to protect 227 acres of Texas Hill Country. Come and enjoy over 3 miles of hiking trails through woodland, grassland, and streamside habitats. Wild Basin also hosts a variety of family events, concerts, adult workshops, children's and school programs. Join us and explore nature, together.

   Founded in 1932, ZACH is one of Austin's most vibrant and innovative arts organizations and Central Texas' oldest professional theatre. ZACH's mission is to engage Central Texas in a dialogue by producing professional theatre of the highest artistic quality, inspired by a unique artistic vision and to offer a diverse theatre experience which is accessible to the community as a whole. In addition, ZACH fosters artistic education, expression, and development in children, teens and adults through a variety of outreach opportunities. (less) ... (more)

Awesome Sight to See   Come experience one of the world's premier caverns, Natural Bridge Caverns. Guided tours of huge subterranean rooms and passages are available daily. The 75-minute Discovery Tour travels 180 ft below the surface and through a half-mile of the largest and most spectacular show cavern in Texas. Other attractions include the Natural Bridge Mining Company, where you can pan for gems and minerals like miners panned for gold. Climbing tower and zip-line open seasonally and weather permitting. Located between San Antonio and New Braunfels, off I-35, exit 175. For operating hours and additional information, please call us or visit our website. (less) ... (more)

Explore, Discover, Imagine and Create   The Northeast Texas Children's Museum provides hands-on, minds-on opportunities for children to engage in a variety of activities. Families can explore the ain Forest, climb inside our airplane, serve up pizza, play in the Dino Dig, explore the Veterinary Clinic, and see the model trains run. Birthday parties are held in the Party Room by reservation only. (less) ... (more)

Don't Just See, Understand San Antonio   The story of San Antonio is more exciting than any movie! Yet, San Antonio also acted as the star in the greater "production" that is Texas history. Come and discover her most intriguing tale through storytelling rather than a dry list of facts. By doing so, San Antonio's past will serve as an unequaled educational tool for comprehending this stirring and important history. History which will go on to impact the US and even world history in ways that will surprise you! And that's no Texas tall tale! Coverage: Alamo - San Fernando - Main Plaza - Presidio - La Villita - River - Missions European & Indian Influences - Texas & Mexican Revolution - Cowtown Saloon Days - Tejanos - Texas History - Spanish Colonialism - much more. (less) ... (more)

Family Vacations   We invite you and your family to join us in Costa Rica for 8 days for the vacation of a lifetime! Go snorkeling from a private catamaran, horseback riding by a waterfall, zip lining above the jungle canopy, ATVing to a secluded beach, surfing in the Pacific, river tubing through exhilarating rapids or stroll along the beach, snooze on a hammock, read a book under a shaded palm tree, enjoy a massage, unwind in one of several thermal hot springs, rejuvenate in a soothing mud bath, suntan by the pool and more the choice is yours! (less) ... (more)

It's Family Vacation Time   Family-Friendly Vacations is your local, full-service travel agency helping families explore the world. We are certified Sandals/Beaches specialists and have teamed up with Beaches Resorts by Sandals to provide ultra all-inclusive family vacation packages in the Caribbean. In addition to all-inclusive vacations, our services also include adventure trips, cruises, custom itineraries, Disney, dude ranches, multi-generational trips, reunion planning, safaris, themed packages and vacation rentals. Visit our website today and let us help your family get away! (less) ... (more)

Awesome Sight to See   Come experience one of the world's premier caverns, Natural Bridge Caverns. Guided tours of huge subterranean rooms and passages are available daily. The 75-minute Discovery Tour travels 180 ft below the surface and through a half-mile of the largest and most spectacular show cavern in Texas. Other attractions include the Natural Bridge Mining Company, where you can pan for gems and minerals like miners panned for gold. Climbing tower and zip-line open seasonally and weather permitting. Located between San Antonio and New Braunfels, off I-35, exit 175. For operating hours and additional information, please call us or visit our website. (less) ... (more)

   Whoever said, "Getting there is half the fun!" must have brought a TravelKiddy! TravelKiddy is the premier provider of activity kits and accessories for children. TravelKiddy activity kits provide hours of entertainment at home or on the go with a variety of age-appropriate activities, crafts, small toys, and more. By stimulating the imagination, encouraging creativity, fostering learning, and developing fine motor skills, TravelKiddy engages kids for longer. Parents save time, money and stress with a pre-packaged travel activity kit! (less) ... (more)

On the Lionshead Mall   Vail Bike Tech is conveniently located on the Lionshead Mall just steps away from the Eagle Bahn Gondola. For the last 15 years we have been Vail's leader in quality price and service. We are locally owned and operated with special emphasis on friendly and helpful service. Our full service bike rental and repair shop technicians have decades of experience. We rent many different types of equipment to suit your entire family. Our all new (for 2005) rental fleet include mountain, cross, and children's bikes from GT, Jamis, and K2. We also have mountain scooters, trail-a-bikes, and Burley trailers. We also offer a full line of retail equipment from manufacturers such as Shimano, Fox, Pearl Izumi, Bell, Giro, Camelbak and many more. VAIL BIKE TECH is truly your one-stop bike shop! (less) ... (more)

   Experience the heart of the Riverwalk at Hyatt Regency San Antonio. We are the only San Antonio Riverwalk hotel directly overlooking the historic Alamo and on the Riverwalk, connecting two of San Antonio's top destinations through our 16 story atrium lobby.

Best Views in the City!   Stay at one of the finest of downtown Austin hotels - Hyatt Regency Austin. Located on the shores of Town Lake, surrounded by the scenic Hill Country of central Texas, this prime convention hotel is within easy walking distance of Palmer Auditorium, Austin Convention Center, the legendary Sixth Street entertainment district and the State Capitol Complex. A great destination before or after watching the bats just a few steps down the trail from the front entrance. (less) ... (more)

Breckenridge Vacation Property Rentals   Providing Your Vacation Home in the Mountains - Alpine Meadows Management offers affordable lodging in Breckenridge, Colorado. Private homes, condos, town homes, in and out of town locations that offer vacationers a variety of choices for their lodging needs in Summit County.

Elegance Without Pretension   Guests of the Christiania's managed properties check in at the Christiania Lodge, and enjoy the front desk, concierge and amenity, privileges of the lodge, including our outdoor heated swimming pool (hot tub temperature in the winter), sauna, complimentary wireless internet and breakfast ($7.50 per person in winter). Our managed condominiums are furnished and have fully equipped kitchens. The amenities at each individual property vary. (less) ... (more)

   Evergreen Lodge, a full service hotel, is the ideal setting for a memorable experience in Colorado's beautiful Vail Valley. Located between Lionshead and Vail Village on the free Town of Vail bus route, the Evergreen Lodge is only one stop to the Lionshead gondola. We are located adjacent to the Vail Public Library, Vail Valley Medical Center, Steadman Hawkins Clinic and the Dobson Ice Arena. (less) ... (more)

On the Lionshead Mall   We are conveniently located on the Lionshead Mall just steps away from the Eagle Bahn Gondola. For the last 18 years we have been Vail's leader in quality, price and service. We are locally owned and operated with special emphasis on friendly and helpful service. One of the valley's oldest ski shops. Our full-service repair shop technicians have decades of experience with all types of ski and snowboard repair. Also our certified boot specialists can assist you with any boot problem, featuring Superfeet Custom Footbeds. We offer a full line of rental and sales equipment from manufacturers such as Rossignol, K2, Tyrolia, Volant, Head, Salomon, Nordica, Volkl, Marker, Never Summer, Technica, and Atomic. Vail Ski Tech is truly your one-stop ski shop! Winter hours are 8am to 7pm, 7 days a week!!! (less) ... (more)

Colorado Mountain Lodging   Wildernest Lodging - all you need to know for finding the best selection of accommodations throughout Summit County, Colorado. Just make a call or a visit to our website for vacation rentals in a wide variety of condominiums, private homes and hotel rooms. We offer rentals in Frisco, Breckenridge, Keystone, Silverthorne, near Lake Dillon, or in the beautiful, forested Wildernest Neighborhood. (less) ... (more)