{"id":7319,"date":"2022-05-17T13:41:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-17T13:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/blog\/?p=7319"},"modified":"2022-05-18T13:41:47","modified_gmt":"2022-05-18T13:41:47","slug":"theme-park-family-vacations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/blog\/2022\/05\/17\/theme-park-family-vacations\/","title":{"rendered":"Theme Park Escapes That The Whole Family Will Love"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Getting the entire family to agree on a vacation destination can be a challenge. But if you throw in the idea of a trip centered on a theme park, things get much easier. From Disney to LEGOLAND, there are plenty of options from coast to coast. Below, we help you narrow it down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Orlando, Florida<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/search\/North+America\/United+States\/Florida\/Greater+Orlando-timeshares?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=theme-park-family-vacations\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disneyland-orlando-700x420.jpg?v=62fea84f0f5d333ce579b034c87f125e\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7322\" width=\"840\" height=\"504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disneyland-orlando-700x420.jpg?v=62fea84f0f5d333ce579b034c87f125e 700w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disneyland-orlando-250x150.jpg?v=62fea84f0f5d333ce579b034c87f125e 250w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disneyland-orlando-768x461.jpg?v=62fea84f0f5d333ce579b034c87f125e 768w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disneyland-orlando-1536x922.jpg?v=62fea84f0f5d333ce579b034c87f125e 1536w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disneyland-orlando-2048x1229.jpg?v=62fea84f0f5d333ce579b034c87f125e 2048w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disneyland-orlando-120x72.jpg?v=62fea84f0f5d333ce579b034c87f125e 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If there was a theme park capital of the world, it would have to be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/search\/North+America\/United+States\/Florida\/Greater+Orlando-timeshares\">Orlando<\/a>. Perhaps the ultimate family friendly vacation option, the destination is famously home to the <strong>Walt Disney World<\/strong> entertainment complex where you\u2019ll find four theme parks \u2014 Disney&#8217;s Animal Kingdom, Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Magic Kingdom Park. Each one could be an entire trip filled with unforgettable moments for your entire crew. But wait, there\u2019s more. Orlando is also home to <strong>Universal Orlando<\/strong>, which brings the magic of Hollywood to life through thrilling rides and multimedia experiences. If even <em>that<\/em> isn\u2019t enough, <strong>SeaWorld<\/strong> offers visitors up-close-and-personal encounters with amazing aquatic creatures.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>Orlando Travel Tip:<\/em><\/strong> RedWeek offers travelers&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/featured\/disney-timeshare-rentals\/North+America\/United+States\/Florida\">incredible new deals at close to 600 Disney Vacation Club resorts<\/a>. This fresh inventory \u2013 like all of RedWeek\u2019s inventory \u2014 is offered at drastically reduced prices when compared to rack rates at resorts.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Newport Coast, California<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>North of San Diego, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/search\/North+America\/United+States\/California\/Newport+Coast-timeshares\">Newport Coast<\/a> itself doesn\u2019t have any theme parks to call its very own. But it\u2019s just a short drive away from both <strong>Disneyland<\/strong> and <strong>Knott\u2019s Berry Farm<\/strong>, which means that you can combine your dream California beach vacation with a theme park getaway. Disneyland needs no introduction \u2014 it\u2019s the grandfather of the modern amusement park. And with the recent addition of Star Wars: Galaxy\u2019s Edge, it\u2019s even more fun than ever. Located nearby, Knott\u2019s Berry Farm is less well-known, but it\u2019s worth a visit for its wild west-themed roller coasters, youngster-friendly Camp Snoopy area and generally laid-back vibes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>Newport Coast Travel Tip:<\/em><\/strong> It\u2019s not as big as Disneyland \u2014 not even close \u2014 but <strong>Balboa Island<\/strong> is an extremely charming spot that\u2019s been attracting fun-seekers for more than 75 years with its classic Ferris wheel, carnival games and more.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>San Diego, California<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/balboa-park-700x420.jpg?v=f7ce4e0c1ed12eddf25be7c59bce2ab9\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7323\" width=\"845\" height=\"507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/balboa-park-700x420.jpg?v=f7ce4e0c1ed12eddf25be7c59bce2ab9 700w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/balboa-park-250x150.jpg?v=f7ce4e0c1ed12eddf25be7c59bce2ab9 250w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/balboa-park-768x461.jpg?v=f7ce4e0c1ed12eddf25be7c59bce2ab9 768w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/balboa-park-1536x922.jpg?v=f7ce4e0c1ed12eddf25be7c59bce2ab9 1536w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/balboa-park-2048x1229.jpg?v=f7ce4e0c1ed12eddf25be7c59bce2ab9 2048w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/balboa-park-120x72.jpg?v=f7ce4e0c1ed12eddf25be7c59bce2ab9 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Over on the west coast, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/search\/North+America\/United+States\/California\/Greater+San+Diego-timeshares\">San Diego<\/a> is no slouch when it comes to theme parks and kid-friendly attractions. The original <strong>SeaWorld<\/strong> is here, offering more than 100 acres of splash-filled excitement, in addition to the brand-new, toddler-beloved Sesame Place, featuring all your favorite Sesame Street characters. Nearby, discover <strong>LEGOLAND<\/strong>, with more than 60 rides, attractions and shows all using the classic LEGO toys as a launchpad for fun. No trip to San Diego is complete without a visit to the world-famous <strong>San Diego Zoo<\/strong>, a wildlife wonderland housing more than 12,000 animals, including polar and panda bears, giraffes, elephants and beyond.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>San Diego Travel Tip:<\/em><\/strong> The San Diego Zoo is part of the <strong>Balboa Park<\/strong> complex, home to several fascinating museums, botanic gardens, great restaurants and much more. Plan to spend at least an entire day here.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Branson, Missouri<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Families will fall in love with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/search\/North+America\/United+States\/Missouri\/Greater+Branson-timeshares\">Branson<\/a>. It\u2019s a destination in the heart of the Ozarks that\u2019s packed with all kinds of entertainment, from Old West revue shows, famed country music and pop performers, and several terrific amusement parks. At the top of the list is <strong>Silver Dollar City<\/strong>, a 61-acre amusement park that takes visitors back to the 1880s. Rides include the American Plunge, a traditional log flume ride that reaches speeds of up to 35 mph, and the Fire-In-The-Hole, an indoor roller coaster that whisks riders through a wild night in the Ozarks. Silver Dollar City also features <strong>White Water<\/strong>, a water park full of slides, lazy rivers and splashdowns.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>Branson Travel Tip:<\/em><\/strong> If you didn\u2019t get enough Dolly during your visit to Dollywood, have no fear. <strong>Dolly Parton\u2019s Stampede<\/strong> is an action-packed dinner theater experience with awe-inspiring stunts and pyrotechnics.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pigeon Forge, Tennessee<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/search\/North+America\/United+States\/Tennessee\/Pigeon+Forge-timeshares?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=theme-park-family-vacations\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pigeon-forge-700x420.jpg?v=ee79d6446526d1ca24b26872464425af\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7324\" width=\"850\" height=\"510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pigeon-forge-700x420.jpg?v=ee79d6446526d1ca24b26872464425af 700w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pigeon-forge-250x150.jpg?v=ee79d6446526d1ca24b26872464425af 250w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pigeon-forge-768x461.jpg?v=ee79d6446526d1ca24b26872464425af 768w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pigeon-forge-1536x922.jpg?v=ee79d6446526d1ca24b26872464425af 1536w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pigeon-forge-2048x1229.jpg?v=ee79d6446526d1ca24b26872464425af 2048w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pigeon-forge-120x72.jpg?v=ee79d6446526d1ca24b26872464425af 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You may not know the town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/search\/North+America\/United+States\/Tennessee\/Pigeon+Forge-timeshares\">Pigeon Forge<\/a>. But you <em>do<\/em> know its claim-to-fame attraction. Pigeon Forge is home to <strong>Dollywood<\/strong>, country music legend Dolly Parton\u2019s Appalachian-themed amusement park. Like its namesake, Dollywood is utterly unique, offering roller coasters, traditional southern food and crafts, and endless live entertainment. You can even take a tour of Dolly\u2019s \u201cHome-On-Wheels\u201d \u2014 her tricked out tour bus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>Pigeon Forge Travel Tip:<\/em><\/strong> Located nearby, the <strong>Great Smokey Mountains National Park<\/strong> is a natural playground, and one of the most popular national parks in the country, filled with cascading waterfalls, spectacular views and an array of wildlife.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:14px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/featured\/disney-timeshare-rentals?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=theme-park-family-vacations\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disney-savings-700x700.jpg?v=a10c7dfa123adf0dbb7d43be2be4c2d5\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disney-savings-700x700.jpg?v=a10c7dfa123adf0dbb7d43be2be4c2d5 700w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disney-savings-250x250.jpg?v=a10c7dfa123adf0dbb7d43be2be4c2d5 250w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disney-savings-150x150.jpg?v=a10c7dfa123adf0dbb7d43be2be4c2d5 150w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disney-savings-768x768.jpg?v=a10c7dfa123adf0dbb7d43be2be4c2d5 768w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disney-savings-1536x1536.jpg?v=a10c7dfa123adf0dbb7d43be2be4c2d5 1536w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disney-savings-2048x2048.jpg?v=a10c7dfa123adf0dbb7d43be2be4c2d5 2048w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/disney-savings-120x120.jpg?v=a10c7dfa123adf0dbb7d43be2be4c2d5 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redweek.com\/join?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=theme-park-family-vacations\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/newsletter-mountains-700x700.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/newsletter-mountains-700x700.jpg?v=cac4edf207efe33a4c2c3598e79ad57f 700w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/newsletter-mountains-250x250.jpg?v=cac4edf207efe33a4c2c3598e79ad57f 250w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/newsletter-mountains-150x150.jpg?v=cac4edf207efe33a4c2c3598e79ad57f 150w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/newsletter-mountains-768x768.jpg?v=cac4edf207efe33a4c2c3598e79ad57f 768w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/newsletter-mountains-1536x1536.jpg?v=cac4edf207efe33a4c2c3598e79ad57f 1536w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/newsletter-mountains-2048x2048.jpg?v=cac4edf207efe33a4c2c3598e79ad57f 2048w, https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/newsletter-mountains-120x120.jpg?v=cac4edf207efe33a4c2c3598e79ad57f 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"From Disney World to LEGOLAND, theme parks provide the ultimate family vacation. Here are some of your best options that the whole family will love. 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