Top Ten Winter Outdoor Family Getaways

Top 10 Winter Family Getaways

By Elyse Green

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Sometimes families need winter vacations even more than summer vacations. In summer, after all, everyone can go outside and run off energy. But at home in winter, everyone's tempers are often as short as a dark winter day.

We've picked 10 family-friendly spots across the country that offer a wide range of temperatures and activities. What suits your family's fancy? Do you want to do some backwoods exploring on snowshoes or skis in New England? Or would you rather have a Rocky Mountain adventure? Don't forget the pleasures of warm ocean water or the fascination of the desert ecosystem.

All of this and more is waiting, so read on!

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Last Updated: 15 Sep 2010
Published: 28 Apr 2002
The details, dates, and prices mentioned in this article were accurate at the time of publication.

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Playa Blanca Condos September 27, 2010 |

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San Carlos beach is perfect for winter getaway, the sea breeze, crashing waves, pristine beaches and elegant accommodations that make up this peaceful paradise, inspires visitors to explore the land, sail the water, go fishing, and discover its vibrant submarine life. San Carlos offers you much more than a beachâ¦it presents an unlimited assortment of activities that will stay in your memory forever

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The Spencer Hotel July 22, 2010 |

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Id like to suggest http://www.thespencer.com in NY since there is nothing for that state My family went there last winter and we loved it especially their themed hotel rooms. Its perfect for a winter getaway!

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