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Top Vacations for Families

So many places to visit … so little time is the old adage. We have been trying to visit a new destination each summer with our kids. Sometimes we make it further down the road then others. I am going to share my top 8 bucket list vacations for families.

I have employed the help for some other great bloggers who I am living vicariously through, and are some of my travel inspirations.

Disney’s Beach Club Resort – Contributed by Francine at PixieDustFan.com

Beach Club Pool
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Ok, so the Beach Club is a bit of a cheat. I have been there for one glorious night. I need to go back. Francine lays out her top five reasons you should stay at this resort. She is not wrong. It is a great resort with a great location, amenities and truth be told it smells wonderful as well.

Star Wars Galaxys Edge- Contributed by Didi at Post50RX.com

I am absolutely dying to visit this new land at Walt Disney World. I have my family booked for a trip soon ( September 2019). My children are the biggest little Star Wars fans and will likely lose their minds when the see this land for the first time. I am checking out Didi’s recommendations on the best food and drink in the land and where to find them all.

star wars
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Universal Orlando- Contributed by Lisa at AdventuresinFamilyHood.com

I know we keep things generally Disney around here but Lisa makes an excellent case to visit Universal. I have several friends who are huge Universal fans that encourage us to visit. It is on our list for sure… I mean Harry Potter. Also I am so looking forward to seeing what the 4th gate at universal holds for all of us.

Disney Cruise- Contributed by Carrie at APrincessandHerPirates.com

I am also dying to go on a Disney cruise. I have never heard a single person say that they did not love it! With so many destinations you can’t go wrong. I am currently dreaming of Cast Away Cay!

Pumpkins - Living with the Land
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Disney Cruise at Halloween -Contributed by Sarah at DisHappyHome.com

I love Disney at Halloween and a Disney cruise is on my bucket list. What could be a better combination? Disney is definitely enhanced by holiday celebrations and after reading Sarah’s post it seems the Disney Cruise experience during the holiday is no different.

Jekyll Island – Contributed by Kayla at MommyofaPrincess.com

This charming spot in Georgia looks like it has a little of everything for families that like to travel. Family friendly activities, swimming, ocean and relaxation. I think we might be able to squeeze this into a long weekend if we play our cards right!

White Island Tour – Contributed by Albion at AlbionGould.com



New Zealand is a beautiful country , the stuff of dreams in fact. The trip to this island, only available by private tour, is a once in a lifetime experience. Read all about why this volcanic island is so amazing. I think my boys would love a trip here. They just have to be a smidge older… time to start saving.

Tokyo -Allison at JonesFamilyTravels.com

The ultimate bucket list destination. So many different sites and sounds in this vibrant city. Food, museums and Pokemon. My kids would be all over it. My husband would love it too. Fun fact he took Japanese language course.. just for fun. Maybe he needs to brush up?

Do you have any family vacation favorites? Are any of these places on your bucket list? Let me know in the comments below!

I'm Jen. Disney Lover, runner, penny pincher and mother of two boys, We live a few short hours away from Orlando and try to visit often. Follow along for family and adult Disney adventures as well as the occasional non -Disney family adventure.

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