Going on family vacations is one of the best ways to enjoy each other’s company and grow together as a family. I know that some of my favorite times with my kids and family come when we are out of our “natural surroundings” and simply looking to have a great time together as we explore new things. Plus, when you add small adventures into your family vacation itinerary, you can help each family member build a memory of the experience. Young children who grow up going on adventures with their whole family will build a lifetime of memories and a sense of adventure that lasts forever.

There are quite a few types of outstanding adventure vacations for families, and in this article, we want to share four types of family fun so that you can help your family grow closer together through activity vacations.

Active Vacations for Families

National Parks: The USA national parks system has an abundance of places for you to enjoy the kind of adventure you are looking for. Some of the places on my bucket list to visit with my family are Zion National Park, Grand Canyon, and Yellowstone National Park. My family fondly remembers our visit to Mount Rushmore and Yosemite National Park. The great thing about National Parks is that you can visit them multiple times and have a different adventure each time.

Family Adventure: You don’t always have to visit a national park in order to have an active vacation! When you are booking your travel, you can look for fun activities such as horseback riding, mountain biking, zip lining, trail rides, rock climbing, etc. Even if your vacation location doesn’t offer those things, you can always find an epic hike, scavenger hunt, or other adventurous activity to bring your family together.

International Travel: If you want to stretch your family beyond their comfort zone, you can take a trip across the border. Many of the activities mentioned above can be experienced in places like Costa Rica, South Africa, South America, and other countries. My kids often ask when we will be taking another international trip because they enjoy the adventure of learning about other cultures. I can only imagine how awesome it would be to take an epic hike with my kids through Machu Picchu or Patagonia! What an adventure that would be! You can give your kids a love for adventure and indigenous culture by giving them opportunities to experience them on a family vacation.

Active Experiences: When you take your family on vacation, it is often hard to think through the activities you will be doing. The truth is you don’t always have to be the one looking to find exciting activities for your family. Sometimes they are right in front of you. In fact, taking a family trip like the tours we offer at SerVacations gives your whole family an opportunity to spend quality time together while also growing in their service to others. Soon we will be taking a tour of the perfect location for any baseball fan. Check out the tour if you want to know more about this “created for you” active experience that includes an opportunity to teach your kids about serving others.

Make your next trip an opportunity to get away from the mundane and build family bonds with your kids. It is one of the best ways to connect and build family memories.