Atlanta is a great city for traveling with teens, offering a mix of history, exploration and pure fun sure to guarantee everyone has a great time. Shop the Underground, go face to face with a kangaroo and make your own watermark – this is the fun stuff! <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/564/" target="ftf">Georgia: Atlanta, A Family Vacation Plan - CNN, Marionettes, and Dr. King with Teens.</a>

The family fun-to-do list for Atlanta is extensive. From stargazing and time-travel to talking with Willie B. Junior and laughing with the caterpillars, memories are waiting to be collected. No one will be bored. Twelve months of the year Atlanta provides fun for all ages. Kids pick up on the positive energy created by experiencing the city. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/565/" target="ftf">Georgia: Atlanta, A Family Vacation Plan - Dinosaurs, Puppets, and Uncle Remus</a>

The southern section of Carolina’s Grand Strand includes beach communities with distinctly Southern charm and style. Only a short drive north to the action, they remain on the quiet side, framed by picturesque marshes, embraced by gentle waves and soft sea breezes. The communities include: Surfside, Garden City Beach, Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach and Pawley’s Island. Day adventures from any of these communities to Georgetown, Mt. Pleasant or even Charleston are easy. The South Strand offers vacations on the slightly quieter side. Gaze at the sea once plied by the infamous Blackbeard. Sample fresh clams and crabs prepared down-home-style. Stay at Surfside dubbed South Carolina’s family Beach. Go for fishing, boating, crabbing or kayaking and sleep in Garden City Beach. Merrell’s Inlet is known for seafood; Litchfield is known for quaint shops; Pawley’s Island is known historic Southern charm. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/309/" target="ftf">Myrtle Beach, South Strand Vacation Ideas – Marsh Walks, Atalaya Castle, and Sunrise on a Vintage Beach</a>

From beach combing and surf walking to heart stopping shows, living history and more golf than one vacation will hold, the vacation possibilities are endless. Myrtle Beach is family friendly. Known for great golf and awesome entertainment, the area also offers an array of day adventures to create the perfect family beach vacation. You’ll find sun soaked beach days, shopping bargains, scrumptious seafood, kid-friendly golf and plenty of entertainment to fill the nights. Our idea menu of ideas includes the good stuff so it is easy to make it happen. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/313/" target="ftf">Myrtle Beach, A Family Vacation Plan - Water Flumes, Beaches, and a Shark Tunnel.</a>

A summer family vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains means cool nights, sunny days, natural beauty and a dozen ways to enjoy being in the wild. We have had the good fortune to experience the natural beauty that surrounds Pigeon Forge and enjoy the lively, friendly atmosphere of the mountains. In reality, it is hard to beat summer in the mountains. We have assembled an action list for a terrific family vacation including the newest adventure – the Zorb. We have assembled an action list for a terrific family vacation. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/101/" target="ftf">Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, A Family Vacation Plan - Fishing, Whitewater, and Camping Out.</a>

Traveling with teens isn’t often easy – their desire for independence prove problematic, especially on vacation. Pigeon Forge holds the key to a successful family vacation with teens. Few places offer a range of activities for all ages, especially teens notorious for thrill-seeking but Pigeon Forge, with WonderWorks, the newest thrill craze zorbing and as always the amazing rides at Dollywood, meets the teen vacation challenge. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/702/" target="ftf">Tennessee: Pigeon Forge, A Family Vacation Plan - Skydiving, Shopping, and Zorbing with Teens.</a>

Even in the summer months snow drapes the craggy Sierra Nevada Mountains framing the magical blue of Lake Tahoe. Spanning two states, California and Nevada, the lake and surrounding area provide sun-kissed days, awesome sunsets, starry nights and Nevada-style nightlife. From hiking and backpacking to mountain biking, kayaking and sailing, the choices are endless. Try horseback riding or go fly fishing; arrange a boat tour or ascend in a hot-air balloon; escape by jeep or relax at a spa, summer in the mountains at the lake is the best. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/142/" target="ftf">California: Tahoe, A Family Vacation Plan - Kayaking, Mountain Hikes, and Cool Shakespeare.</a>

Reno, Carson City as well as both North and South Lake Tahoe provide families on vacation with days packed with summer recreation, and nights featuring cowboy stories and awesome Shakespeare under the starts. With miles of trails to ride and hike plus kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and golf at more than 50 spots in the area – it’s all about fun outside. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/143/" target="ftf">California: Tahoe, A Family Vacation Plan - Fishing, Sailing, and the Comstock Silver Lode</a>

Imagine a beach with soft clean sand, sunshine filtered by puffy clouds, pleasant music caressing the sea breezes. Add to the picture a traditional boardwalk, ice cream, Italian ice, pizza by the slice, air conditioned shops and no tight schedules? Think Virginia Beach and imagine no more. Not only is it the home of the world’s longest pleasure beach, but it also features a bountiful list of activities and attractions well-suited for families with school age kids. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/434/" target="ftf">Virginia Beach, A Family Vacation Plan - Live Music, Dolphin Watching, a Purple Cow.</a>