Condé Nast TravelerOct 9
17 Best US Family Vacation Spots to Get Everyone Off Their Phone and Spending Time Together
From Cape Cod to Charleston, these destinations promise fun for the whole family.
kids learn about wildlife and habitats on a quest
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- Sagamore BridgeSightThe Sagamore Bridge in Sagamore, Massachusetts, carries Route 6 and the Claire Saltonstall Bikeway across the Cape Cod…
- Bourne BridgeSightThe Bourne Bridge in Bourne, Massachusetts, carries Route 28 across the Cape Cod Canal, connecting Cape Cod with the…
- Nauset LighthouseSighthistoric, 48-foot-tall lighthouse dates back to 19th century
- Wellfleet Bay Wildlife SanctuarySightkids learn about wildlife and habitats on a quest
- Villages at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf ClubHotelhas a massive pool, plus activities for kids
- Blueberry PondSightstand-up paddleboarding and kayaking on its very own pond
- Red Jacket Beach ResortHotelBest for a quintessential New England summer
- Elsewhere
- The AlamoParkSan Antonio, United Statestake a trip to the Alamo
- National MallParkWashington, United StatesVibrant sunrise over the National Mall in Washington DC
- Finger LakesNature reserveNew York, United Statesregion is a natural marvel with outdoor adventure
- Elderberry PondRestaurantNew York, United Statesrestaurant sits on its own farm
- Lake House on CanandaiguaHotelCanandaigua, United Stateshotel is easy on the eyes with warm, breezy design
- Canandaigua Lake State Marine ParkSightCanandaigua, United Statesfive-minute walk from the Lake House on Canandaigua
- Strong National Museum of PlayMuseumNew York, United Stateshas plenty of interactive games for kids
- Corning Museum of GlassMuseumCorning, United Statesoffers chance to create own glass-blown souvenir
- Gould HotelHotelNew York, United StatesBest for a modern boutique
- Inns of Aurora Resort and SpaHotelNew York, United StatesBest for a dreamy, historic experience
- White Elephant Hotel NantucketHotelNantucket, United StatesBest for a nearby Nantucket escape
- Jazz, TXBarSan Antonio, United Statesan underground jazz bar
- Thompson San AntonioHotelSan Antonio, United StatesBest for a hip hangout
- JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & SpaHotelSan Antonio, United StatesBest for a multi-functional resort