For families, whether they include toddlers, young kids, teenagers, high schoolers or adult children, nothing quite beats the joy and entertainment of theme parks and waterparks. Whether they love adrenaline-inducing rides like coasters and slides or enjoy laidback experiences like shopping and dining, these spaces deliver opportunities for all-ages fun throughout the year.
A Scary Good Time at Universal Studios
Whether they’re horror lovers counting down the days until their kiddos are old enough for their inaugural visit or are traveling with teens or adult children in search of some serious scares, there’s no better place for a horrifyingly good time than Universal Parks & Resorts Vacations’ Halloween Horror Nights. Celebrating its 33rd season this fall, travelers on both coasts can get in on all the spooky action when they visit Universal Studios Hollywood or Universal Orlando Resort. With new haunts each year, this annual event keeps thrill seekers on their toes, never knowing what new terror lurks behind every turn — Could it be a chainsaw-wielding clown? A Death Eater from the Harry Potter universe? A freak on stilts? Universal will never tell. In 2024, visitors can see how they’d fare in “A Quiet Place Part II,” the upcoming film from Paramount Pictures where “if they hear you, they hunt you;” how’s that for ominous?
Magical Memories With Disney
Meticulously themed lands, photo ops with your favorite characters, thrilling rides and delicious food, everyone’s familiar with Disney, aka “The Happiest Place on Earth.” And, whether they opt to visit Walt Disney World Resort in Florida or Disneyland Park in sunny California, families will surely love exploring and making magical memories at these iconic attractions. From classic experiences like Mainstreet U.S.A., the Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, EPCOT and more to new and noteworthy features like Cars Land, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Avengers Campus and Pandora - The World of Avatar, travelers of all ages will find no shortage of exciting sights to keep them busy.
A Daring New Coaster at SeaWorld Orlando
Lauded as the “Coaster Capital of Orlando,” SeaWorld Orlando recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest attraction Penguin Trek, a family launch coaster in the park’s Antarctica Realm. Weaving through indoor and outdoor environments at a top speed of 43 miles an hour, the new ride takes guests on a heart-racing journey through the vast and icy landscapes of the world’s southernmost continent before ending within the chilly confines of the park’s popular penguin habitat. And, as if all that wasn’t enough, thanks to its innovative design, Penguin Trek can accommodate guests 42 to 77 inches tall, making it an excellent option for families with a wide range of adventurers. After disembarking in the Antarctica Realm, visitors aged 21+ can cool off with a drink at South Pole Sips while travelers of all ages can fuel up on food and drink at the beloved Expedition Café.
Splish Splashin’ at Great Wolf Lodge
With over 22 locations in the U.S. including near popular cities like Chicago, IL; Naples, FL; and Anaheim, CA, and one location in Niagara Falls, Canada, it’s safe to say Great Wolf Lodge Resorts have some skin, or should we say fur, in the indoor waterpark game. Known for their rustic charm, family-friendly attractions and epic pools and waterslides, these properties make for the perfect year-round escape for travelers who can’t get enough aquatic fun. With a variety of rooms and suites to choose from — some of which can sleep up to 12 people — Great Wolf Lodge is a great option for travelers looking to get together with the whole family — we’re talking nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, grandparents and more — in one convenient — and lively ——— place.
A Bricktastic Adventure at LEGOLAND
One of the only theme parks built exclusively for kids, LEGOLAND Florida Theme Park offers visitors a creative collection of LEGO-inspired rides and attractions to explore. Whether they spend the day battling LEGO mummies and skeletons, meeting Merlin the Wizard, earning their LEGOLAND Driver’s License or riding wild coasters, kiddos are guaranteed to have the time of their lives at this fan-favorite theme park. And the fun doesn’t stop there, LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s nearby properties Pirate Island Hotel, LEGOLAND Hotel and Beach Retreat offer accommodations fit for the whole family; plus, they’re filled with youngster-approved perks like in-room scavenger hunts, separate kid’s sleeping areas and elaborate themes.
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