The Fort Fisher aquarium is located steps away from the ocean along Kure Beach not far from downtown Wilmington. One of four North Carolina aquarium locations, Fort Fisher is well known for such residents as Luna the albino alligator and Maverick the bald eagle. Visitors enter through the Cape Fear Conservatory, a small freshwater building. This area features native … [Read more...] about Visiting the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
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Family Friendly Guide to Chattanooga
"Woo woo Chattanooga there you are." Perfectly poised between the cities of Nashville, Atlanta, Knoxville, and Birmingham, Chattanooga is an accessible adventure for short weekend trips or longer family vacations. The "Scenic City" has a culture rich in Native American and Civil War history and points of interest can be found around every corner in this railroad town. … [Read more...] about Family Friendly Guide to Chattanooga
Family Friendly Guide to Orlando and Surrounds
Orlando, Florida might just be the most popular American destination for families, especially for its theme parks. But the communities of Central Florida, including Kissimmee and Celebration, have much more to do. You'll need a minimum of three days to barely scratch the surface of this area but a week is recommended. Families benefit from the additional space of rentals … [Read more...] about Family Friendly Guide to Orlando and Surrounds
Visiting Dollywood’s Splash Country
Located adjacent to Dollywood, the family-friendly theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee owned by country music star Dolly Parton, Dollywood Splash Country is a seasonal water park where visitors come to cool off. There are over 25 water slides spread across the 35 acres. The park is open from mid-May to the end of August. Some photos are the property of Dollywood. This … [Read more...] about Visiting Dollywood’s Splash Country
Visiting Dollywood in Pigeon Forge
Dollywood is a 150-acre family-friendly theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee owned by country music star Dolly Parton and Herschend Family Entertainment, the group behind other parks like Silver Dollar City, Stone Mountain, and Wild Adventures. Nearly three million travelers come to the park from March to December, the park's operating months. It's one of the most popular … [Read more...] about Visiting Dollywood in Pigeon Forge
