Daniel is a copywriter who has well and truly been bitten alive by the 'travel bug'. After ticking off several North American National Parks and exploring Europe by train, his sights are now set on South East Asia. Usually with at least one camera locked and loaded, you'll find Daniel wherever there are mountains, lakes or beaches.
Embarking on a vacation with grandkids in tow is exciting for any grandparents, but it can also be pretty overwhelming. These memories will last a lifetime, so of course, you want them to go well.
We’ve put together a list of 11 fun, grandkid-approved escapes designed to inspire, engage, and ensure a vacation filled with cherished moments for everyone!
Disney Cruise
If you’re fed up with hearing the “I’m bored” calling cry of grandkids, then you might want to consider a cruise. Not just any old cruise though, a Disney cruise. From dinner to swimming to dance workshops, you won’t have to organize a thing – let the good people onboard do the hard work for you! Send the grandchildren off for the day whilst you relax by the pool, before sharing a magical evening together as a family!
Moab, Utah
Utah is home to not one, not two, not three (you get the picture…), but five National Parks! So what better state to take the little ones to and take in some of our great nation’s scenery? Moab is a perfect hub for these parks; a short drive will take you straight to Arches National Park and Canyonlands from the city. Plus, for the kids (and adults) that love dinosaurs, there is the Moab Giants, an open-air dinosaur theme park!
Vero Beach, Florida
If you’re looking for a beach vacation, check out Vero Beach in Florida. For the older grandkids, and young-at-heart grandparents, you can take self-guided kayak trips through the mangroves across the Indian River Lagoon. The little ones will enjoy the boardwalk trails and the various adventure playgrounds. If you can’t make it in the summer, the later winter months are still a great time to visit, with strawberry picking season running from January to March.
Dude Ranch
A place to disconnect and get back to nature, dude ranches are a great place for grandparents to bond with their grandchildren. A lack of Wi-Fi means you’ll all have the opportunity to fly fish, horseback ride, whitewater raft, and kayak! Just think of all the fresh, tasty food that will be on offer and evenings stargazing, all snuggled around the campfire.
Huntsville, Alabama
For families with budding astronauts or science enthusiasts, Huntsville, also known as The Rocket City, is the ideal launchpad for your next vacation. Home to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, your little ones will be left awe-struck by the Saturn V rocket – one of only three in the world.
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
With fifteen beautiful towns and miles of stunning beaches at your doorstep, Cape Cod is a great destination for grandparents and their little ones. Head to Ballston Beach, grab a sun lounger, and let the kids wear themselves out whilst building sandcastles and playing in the sea. Explore the warm tidal pools and grab a few seashells as vacation mementos to remember this wonderful trip.
Washington, D.C.
For the grandparents who want to install a bit of history in their little ones, Washington, D.C., is a great spot to head to. The must-see list includes the White House, the Capitol, the Library of Congress, and, of course, all the monuments. You can also be sure they will love the National Museum of Natural History and the National Air and Space Museum.
San Diego, California
San Diego, California, is home to an array of enjoyable activities for grandchildren and grandparents alike. Unlike many other places in the U.S., temperatures in San Diego are pleasant all year round; on average, 344 days a year are hotter than 60 degrees. Enjoy the world-famous San Diego Zoo before heading to Old Town San Diego to find historic buildings and tasty authentic Mexican restaurants.
Orlando, Florida
If long lines don’t put you off, taking the grandkids to Orlando will land you some serious brownie points. As the undisputed theme park capital of the world, you can pick from Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, Legoland Florida, and many, many more grandchild-approved spots. With 1000s of hotels and home rentals, you won’t struggle to find a bed to collapse into after a full day’s worth of adrenaline-fuelled rides, either!
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Tucked amidst the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge stands as a timeless source of family enjoyment in Tennessee. Set against a backdrop of majestic mountains, the town offers a myriad of thrills, captivating shows, and engaging attractions.
Sun Valley, Idaho
Sun Valley stands as a year-round haven of luxury, offering a range of outdoor pursuits and frequent celebrity encounters. Renowned for its premier skiing, it clinched the #1 spot in SKI Magazine’s Western ski resort rankings last year, boasting expansive lifts and a gondola ideal for sharing mountain moments with the grandkids. With two distinct ski mountains, including the beginner-friendly Dollar Mountain, it’s a perfect place to nurture skiing skills.
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