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I am trying to plan our next vacation and I am drawing a blank. My daughter will be 3 and my son will be 13. My husband is not a beach person at all. He also doesn't like cruises. I am trying to find somewhere that I can make everyone happy. I would like to stay in the U.S. if possible.We are not going back to wdw until my daughter is about 5 or 6, so that is out.
Does anyone have ideas of a vacation spot that would keep up busy for 7 to 8 days.
I was looking at Seattle area or Boston area. Need new ideas.
Well my first thought would be Hawaii. It is beautiful and there is a lot more to do there than go to the beach. Also a trip to Washington DC could be interesting to the family. Last year we went to Vero Beach, Florida and liked that a lot but we spent a lot of time at the beach and pool.
We really enjoyed our time in Boston and I like Rob's idea of Philadelphia, another beautiful city. What about Washington DC as well? There's lots to do there.
I understand the idea of waiting until your daughter can remember, but your son is a perfect age for Washington DC. So much to see (much of it free) and it ties in to what most kids are learning in school around that time. In our experience -- and we did both cities with a stroller -- the DC Metro is much more stroller friendly than the Boston subway system.
I understand the idea of waiting until your daughter can remember, but your son is a perfect age for Washington DC. So much to see (much of it free) and it ties in to what most kids are learning in school around that time. In our experience -- and we did both cities with a stroller -- the DC Metro is much more stroller friendly than the Boston subway system.
I have thought about washington D.C. Would there be stuff in the museums and such that would entertain my daughter? I know where their age difference it is almost impossible to get something that would completely satsify both of them. My DH would go for d.c. what area is the best to stay in? What area did you stay in? How long did you go?
I have an age span with my kids too so I know the difficulties that it creates. Disney was the perfect combination now that dd is 5 and ds is 10. However, we are in the same boat again because dh doesn't want to go back and he doesn't like cruises either. It is difficult to try to keep the 3 of them happy and entertained. It isn't easy.
Hawaii might be a good place to keep all of them happy if you choose not to go to Washington. We are looking at Seattle and that way. Also the South. I know my dd is not ready for some of these things but we have to be happy too and she just has to come along and it is sometimes the little things such as a stop at the park that will keep them entertained for awhile.
Good luck.
We love the Oregon Coast...headed there in two days!!!
We rent a house that is centrally located (Lincoln City, Newport, etc.)and like to take day trips up and down the coast.
This year we're headed to the Newport Aquarium, whale watching and glass blowing. My DH loves to golf, so I take the girls (age 10 & 11) for shopping and lunch.
There is so much to do and it's not all "beach stuff". Lots of fun for all ages
I also have thought of these places, with so much history, I would like my daughter to be of an age that she would rememeber it before I travel there.
does Boston have alot of walking? I guess I could put my daughter in a stroller.
You can do lots of walking in Boston itself, visiting lots of historic sites. Boston is a very small city (especially since I'm now near NYC - Manhattan is bigger than Boston )
I also think your ds is at a great age for Washington DC! I took my oldest son there a few years ago and we both really enjoyed it. I know your dd is not old enough to get a lot out of it, but she should be fine just going along for the ride.... Most all of the attractions there are free (museums, ect...), so it's a pretty cheap trip! There are a lot of cool things there to see.... I think at 3, most places are not going to necessarily going to be geared towards her- but my kids at 3 were excited just to go places....
Personally, I would just go for it.... By the time your dd is old enough to appreciate DC and other similar places, your ds will basically be an adult and may not be travelling with you anymore.... JMHO.
Personally, I would just go for it.... By the time your dd is old enough to appreciate DC and other similar places, your ds will basically be an adult and may not be travelling with you anymore.... JMHO.
I agree. My brother and I are 13 years apart and the first vacation I remember taking together was after I was married -- when he and his teen daughter and my husband and I went to Scotland together.
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I have thought about washington D.C. Would there be stuff in the museums and such that would entertain my daughter? I know where their age difference it is almost impossible to get something that would completely satsify both of them. My DH would go for d.c. what area is the best to stay in? What area did you stay in? How long did you go?
As other posters have said, at her age -- going places is exciting enough. Though DC does have a zoo... And the Smithsonian (depending on the building you visit) has a Dumbo car, and Kermit, and trains, and a carousel. Don't think it's all lost on them, though. When my DD was 2, she came back from DC and informed everyone that the "Washington Monument is very big, the Capitol is yittle, and Mr. Yincoln is big and sits in a chair."
I would suggest staying downtown, though plenty of people stay out by the beltway and Metro in.
I've been going to DC for a conference for 20 years running. We usually stay in the "Foggy Bottom" area because our meetings are on that side of town. We have stayed at the State Plaza hotel (NY and E I think) for many years. Not glamorous by any means, but most of the rooms have kitchenettes and there's a CVS next door so it's easy to pick up OJ and milk for breakfast.
Our most recent trip we stayed at the Lombardy (2oth and I) -- nicer rooms and smack dab between two Metro stops. Marriott Metro Center is nice if you want to accummulate points. One year we got an awesome rate at the Hamilton Crowne Plaza -- another convenient downtown location -- but I haven't seen $79 rooms before or since!
Hotels and food in DC can be spendy, but most of the museums are free, so it balances out to a fairly affordable trip.
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