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Family Vacation Ideas in Sixteen Popular Regions

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Southeast US
Photo courtesy of The Myrtle Beach Area CVB.
.Photo courtesy of The Myrtle Beach Area CVB.
Spring and fall are the prime times for pleasant temperatures in the Southeast US, but most families need to take vacations in summer months and -- hot as it is-- summer is high season here. Many vacationers live in the region and head to the mountains or the seaside to find cooler temperatures.

South Carolina is the #2 state for tourism after Florida and Myrtle Beach is top destination, with a 60-mile stretch of beaches (the "Grand Strand") and several amusement park attractions. Other areas for sea-side getaways include Outer Banks NC, Hilton Head SC, and Gulf Shores Alabama.

Stone Mountain Georgia is another big draw in the Southeast US, with woods and lakes; a giant granite outcrop, famously sculpted; and attractions such as sky ride and laser light show. Louisiana, meanwhile, is a personal fave: combine New Orleans (which has some great family attractions) with a side trip to "Acadiana" or Cajun Country, home to fascinating history, great music, delicious eats, and family-friendly festivals.

Other ideas include waterpark resorts, Earthshine Mountain Lodge (near Asheville, with all-included pioneer activities, high ropes, zip line), Chattanooga, Tennessee, and an American South Road Trip that mixes fun plus history. - continue to Florida
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