Guess what? Christmas is right around the corner but while we’re all seeking sun, sand and serenity no one is thinking about Christmas…except the tourism bureau! This is the time of year that you can tie a bow around your travel dreams at a DEEPLY discounted rat! Did you know that Christmas in July travel promotions are some of the best times of the year to snag a fabulous bargain travel offers? It’s true! I’m making a big article of my favorite Christmas in July travel bargains and posting them here on Family Finds Fun toward the 3rd week in July. You’ll find special offers from resorts all over the place! Mark your calendar…. and save! You’ll find deals like 50% off train tickets, or 30% off that resort you’ve had on your bucket list! These deals usually start on the 24th of July and generally run thru the 25th so you’ll have to be ready to act fast. You’ll find resorts close to home like Masannutten’s Christmas in July sale (just a short drive outside of the Washington DC metro area) as well as national park resorts and lodges all over the United States, resorts, hotels and so much more!

For history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts, bird watchers and hikers, Natural Bridge State Park is one of the best kept secrets in Virginia. Geographically speaking, Natural Bridge is about 3 hours outside of Washington DC, depending on where you live of course.  The park has a past to tell, waterfalls, and one of the most beautiful and naturally occurring vistas just begging for exploration!

Chances are you haven’t even heard of Natural Bridge Virginia. It’s a small place, seemingly in the middle of no where, but filled with tales of stories from the past. This natural wonderland was once owned by none other than Thomas Jefferson and is listed on the National Registry of Historic places. [Read more…]

Making the Best of Summer with Summerfest at Gaylord – Everyone loves summer especially the kids because school is out for season. However, for moms, summer isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. I mean you have to be the chauffeur, the maid, the cook, and pretty much everything in between while trying to plan meaningful activities. [Read more…]

Adventures in Greater Fayetteville – There is nothing greater than sharing experiences and making memories with your family. This past summer, myself, my daughter, my son, and my husband were able to visit greater Fayetteville, NC for Father’s Day weekend. From June 17-19 we had an adventure of a lifetime & spent quality time with the best dad ever – my husband!! We packed in fun, good food and adventure!!! If you are thinking of visiting Fayetteville, take a look at the fun you can have: [Read more…]

Multi-Generational Family Vacation Ideas for 2019 – There’s a new vacation trending and the odds are, you may have already gotten in on the action! For a few decades it seems we became a society that didn’t value the wisdom of grandparents but I think we’ve come a full 360 degrees and families have come to realize the benefits of having grandparents in the home and especially on vacation! Planning multigenerational travel is one of the fastest growing areas for the travel industry and with all the positives involved, it’s not hard to see why! Whether living close together or a thousand miles apart, families are coming together to enjoy a break from the daily grind and the benefits for everyone are tremendous. Experiences are the spice of life! [Read more…]

Washington DC is blooming with color as the cherry blossoms around the tidal basin blast into peak bloom on April 1st. If you haven’t seen this spectacular display in the Nations Capital it’s time you made the trip! This is the perfect weekend getaway and the weather is getting warmer and warmer as Spring brings on additional day light with each new dawn. Even better are the new spring offerings by my favorite family resort in the DC metro area – Gaylord National!  [Read more…]