Travel Blog Carnival: Fun Adventures for the Family

Looking for new places to go with your kids? Eighteen of About.com's travel guides' have put together a Carnival Blog that highlights entertaining places and trips for family outings and vacations. Choices range from whale watching at Virginia Beach or the Vancouver BC aquarium, to a helicopter tour in Alaska and a mule ride in the Grand Canyon. To see all the different places you can explore and activities you can enjoy as a family visit Fun Adventures for Families.

Adventurous family trips go more smoothly when everyone takes part in planning the trip. Here are some tips on choosing and preparing for a family adventure trip.