There is no doubt that traveling with
teenagers who may prefer staying at home with their friends or stuck playing on
their smart phones can be challenging. Choosing the right destination is key.
These ten locations are very rewarding and fun for families with teens!
Waikiki is one of the best places to
learn how to surf with its long breaks, sunshine and gorgeous beaches. In
between lounging and people watching, teens can shop or head to the North Shore
for a glimpse of the famous massive waves.
It's no surprise that the "Water
Park Capital of the World" is a hit with the teen set. We're talking 50ft
slides with launch capsules plunging riders straight down, 4-D movie theaters
watched from pools and all sorts of mind-boggling thrills for the entire family.
Between shopping 5th Avenue, giant
slices of pizza, landmarks and even visiting sites from famous TV shows like Gossip
Girl, the excitement of NYC is a teen dream.
The outdoorsy teen will love being
near two of the most scenic national parks: Yellowstone National Park and Grand
Teton National Park. Hike, bike, go fly-fishing, stand-up paddle board and
catch a glimpse of Old Faithful. There's just so much to do here.
Snowboarding and skiing draw teen
interest in the winter, however, Park City is a four season destination. Go hot
air ballooning, river rafting, golfing, mountain biking and more after the snow
melts. Mom will love the spas and Dad should pack his golf clubs.
Some of the nation's most beautiful
beaches await in Kaanapali. Lounging on them in between water sports is a must
as is a breathtaking sunrise at Haleakala volcano, even for a sleepy teen.
The excitement of a big city is alive
and well in Chicago, a city full of teen food favorites like big hot dogs and
deep dish pizza. Not to mention there are seven sports teams to watch live.
This city by the ocean makes and excellent
teen vacation any time of the year. Beaches offer plenty of opportunities to
learn how to surf, kayak caves and relax in Southern California sunshine. Mix
in some culture at the Balboa Park museums. Their close proximity to each other
are perfect for short attention spans.
Teens will probably love Hollywood
Studios most out of the Disney parks for thrill rides like the Twilight Zone
Tower of Terror. Universal Studios is another favorite with its roller coasters
and City Walk entertainment, dining and shopping area. Or, hop over to water
parks like Disney's Typhoon Lagoon or Wet-n-Wild. Orlando is definitely not
just for little kids.
Your teen
will love soaring over the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on a zipline or
paddling the thrilling white water rapids below. Ride the Aerial Tramway to the
summit and even ski in the winter at this scenic mountain resort destination
that's also affordable.
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