Some of the best experiences when bonding, learning and making lifetime memories involve family vacations. However, to most parents, the perfect vacation is one in which the children can have fun and learn, and at the same time, the parents can have some relaxation. It is at historic destinations where history becomes alive, where no textbook can portray history even one tenth of the comfort and appeal that they can offer.
- 1. Colonial Charm in Virginia: Westgate’s Williamsburg Resort
- 2. Western Frontier Adventures: The Broadmoor – Colorado Springs, CO
- 3. Southern Elegance: Jekyll Island Club Resort – Georgia
- 4. New England Classic: Omni Mount Washington Resort – Bretton Woods, New Hampshire
- 5. Pacific Coast Time Travel: Mission Inn Hotel & Spa – Riverside, California
- Packing It Up
The following are five resorts in the U.S that are family-friendly, meet history, comfort and adventure.
1. Colonial Charm in Virginia: Westgate’s Williamsburg Resort
Hardly anywhere in America is as representative of American origins as Williamsburg, Virginia. This living-history attraction is also known as the birthplace of American independence and takes the family back to the 18th century. History can be touched by young, curious minds through cobblestone streets, costumed re-enactment and interesting museums.
Families in Westgate Historic Williamsburg Resort are able to spend time in large villas, an outdoor pool, and proximity to Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens. To parents, it is the best mix of the past and the present, a serene place of rest where you can relax as your children visit various interactive displays and the colonial craft.
2. Western Frontier Adventures: The Broadmoor – Colorado Springs, CO
The Broadmoor is a luxurious resort that was initially established in 1918 in the spirit of the American West. This historical treasure has been visited by presidents, celebrities, and generations of travellers who want to have an adventure in the Rockies.
The families can have fun with horseback riding, ziplining, visiting the local museums, and exploring the beautiful Garden of the Gods. Parents may not be short of relaxation, which can take the form of mountain-view spa treatments, fine dining, and idyllic lakeside walks that render every hour restful.
3. Southern Elegance: Jekyll Island Club Resort – Georgia
The Jekyll Island Club Resort, once the preserve of the most elite families in America, the Rockefellers, Morgans, and Vanderbilts, oozes the Southern charm of the centuries. Its magnificent structure, green views and environment make it a memorable place to be visited by families who also like to experience a glimpse of the past during their holiday on the beach.
Children will enjoy riding through scenic paths, touring the Georgia Sea Turtle Centre and having guided tours around the so-called village of millionaires. Parents will be able to have romantic walks in Spanish moss, cocktails on sunsets, and the calmness of the rhythm of life on the coast.
4. New England Classic: Omni Mount Washington Resort – Bretton Woods, New Hampshire
The Omni Mount Washington Resort is an icon of the New England hospitality and traces back to 1902 when it was the host of the Bretton Woods Conference that determined the global financial state of affairs as we know it. It is a history on the picturesque view of the White Mountains.
Nature walks, zipline canopy tours, and activities such as skiing or swimming in the indoor pool are among the outdoor activities available to the family throughout the year. In the meantime, there is a mountain spa where parents can relax, guzzle cocoa in a warm hearthside, or the scenic drive through quaint villages of the region.
5. Pacific Coast Time Travel: Mission Inn Hotel & Spa – Riverside, California
The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa in Riverside, California is the place where families that enjoy a combination of sunshine and history will be able to spend the best days of their lives. This architectural masterpiece was constructed in 1876 and it comprises a combination of the Spanish Mission Revival architecture coupled with the luxurious contemporary amenities.
Children will have an opportunity to learn more about California in rooftop tours, local museums, and the surrounding state parks. The parents on the other hand will be able to sleep in the award-winning spa, have a fine dining experience and enjoy the golden sunsets in the courtyard terrace, which is a real West Coast experience but with history.
Packing It Up
All these places take history out of the book and into the family records. It could be the colonial journey in Virginia and the sunsets in the Pacific coast; these resorts show that history and rest go together.
Everyone is a winner since when children can go and touch the past, and parents can get a moment to relax. Therefore, have your bags ready, take your curiosity along and keep in mind that the best memories are created when the families explore history together.
