This page showcases California family vacation ideas, activities and family fun along the Central Coast and in the Central Valley including family-friendly hotels in in Big Sur, Monterey, Santa Barbara, Fresno, Bakersfield, and Stockton. For more ideas and family vacation packages checkout Family Vacation Ideas Los Angeles, San Francisco South Bay Vacations, Family Vacation Ideas Southern California or to see the big picture view California Family Vacations.
Gone are the days when family camping meant a cozy tent, a collection of slightly damp sleeping bags, and a lantern. New age family camping includes extra cool sleeping spots and plenty of unique vacation activities including fun stuff you don't get to do at home. [Read More]
Planning a green family vacation makes perfect sense and our Green Spots folder is loaded with responsible, earth-friendly, family-friendly vacation ideas. [Read More]
There are many ways to add to family vacation fun but sometimes the little things make all the difference to a child. Suggestions include a personal compass, travel pillows, bug goggles, and music for little people. [Read More]
Our list of suggestions for a family reunion or gathering in California include an urban hotel, two guest ranches, and three awesome beach resorts with activities, amenities and benefits for all ages. [Read More]
San Francisco’s South Bay area is a family friendly, easy paced area where families can share time without long lines and schedules. [Read More]
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is one of the best aquariums in the United States and is ranked third best family attraction in the United States by the Zagat Survey U.S. Family Travel Guide. It definitely deserves a place on any family’s “to-do” list. [Read More]
