Sunday, December 19, 2010

Winter Weekend Adventure - A Family Trip

A winter weekend getaway will surely bring families together. Planning a family winter adventure needs some researching to ensure a fun-filled vacation.

Consider some of the following factors and options upon planning a winter getaway and places to go to.
- The abilities and skill level of the family members. The abilities of each member of the family should fit in the activities and the geodetic condition of the place. There are a number of resorts that offer beginner The courses, as well as a simple and fun activities for the first time.

- Travel time and budget. Children are short drives more tolerable. Check your budget. Calculate the cost and make allowances for emergencies.

- Research into the nature of the land and structures. Not all resorts offer all the activities such as skiing, snowboarding. Select a city or a ski slope activities are appropriate, members of the family.

- Accommodation availableand cost. Book accommodations in advance. Avail of discount packages usually available to large groups.

- Availability of winter activities and amenities. There are many activities being offered in winter. Check if the following are available in your desired resort:
o Snowmobiling
o Dog sledding
o Sleigh rides
o Tubing
o Toboganning
o Snowshoeing
o and others

- Children's programs. Families with children are advised to get a child care program and babysitting services. Encourage kids to enroll in ski classes. Reserve programs in advance.

- Rental costs of equipments. Compare the price range of equipment rentals. Some resorts allow clients to bring their own equipments.

- Know the house policies. Follow house rules of the resort for safety and security.

Below are some of the winter family getaway spots in US over a weekend trip.
o Methow Valley, Washington - Rocky mountain North cascades in the Pacific Northwest. It is surrounded by over a million sparkling wilderness and a skiing mecca. The place runs ski clinics, family-oriented events and races.

o Lake Tahoe, California - A Burl Ivesian winter wonderland having the highest downhill ski resort concentrations.

o Rocky Mountain NP, CO - A 355 miles of Rocky Mountain National Park trail for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

o Upper Peninsula, MI - A well-maintained land of Porcupine Mountains State Park and Copper Country State Forest. Skiing and snowshoeing are main adventure choices. This is along the gentle slopes down through the valleys. Kids can learn to distinguish animal tracks, find patterns and snowy-weather fare.

o Joshua Tree NP, CA - The Park offers short nature walks, some desert scenery explorations and a trek to the Lost Palms Oasis, a largest picnic destination for families.

Winter getaways can be more fun compared to summer vacations. It is important to carefully research and evaluate a family's winter option such as geographical constraints as well as family likes, which should be done prior to choosing the perfect vacation destination.

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