Epic Family Getaways That Don’t Involve Disney

Author - Kimberly Van Laningham

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Family vacations are an incredible way to enjoy a change of scenery, introduce your kiddos to new experiences and soak in quality time together. These days some of the most popular family vacations come with higher and higher price tags. That doesn’t mean that your family can’t still enjoy an affordable family vacation! There are tons of fun options that don’t come with pricey mouse-shaped souvenirs.

We’ve teamed up with Expedia to showcase some fun, affordable stays your family can enjoy in exciting locations this summer. Watch our interactive video above to book each spot directly! You can also read more about our selections below.

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Four children in swimsuits laugh and play under falling water at an indoor water park, holding hands behind a safety fence with colorful water features in the background.
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The Wisconsin Dells are known for water slides and water parks. One of the most popular places to stay in the area complete with water activities of its own is The Great Wolf Lodge! The property includes six pools, an arcade room and so much more for the whole family can enjoy. Book now and look forward to memory making!

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A modern lounge with white seating and a glass table overlooks the National Mall, featuring a clear view of the Washington Monument through large windows.
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If your kiddos love history or could use some incentive to dive deeper into the subject, consider booking a trip to Washington, D.C. One of the best parts about the city is that most museums offer free entry! Plus, it’s free to visit monuments as well. With so many free activities, the trip becomes super affordable when you only need to budget for lodging and food. There are several great spots available through Expedia, like Hotel Washington featured above. Book your stay now and get ready to learn together!

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Clear inflatable tubes float in a blue pool under artificial waterfalls cascading from rocky formations, surrounded by green foliage.
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Want theme park access and other fun activities like mini golf nearby without paying super high prices? Pigeon Forge is an exciting area that offers a lot of fun for families and can keep your wallet happy too. Nearby attractions include Dollywood, go-karting and so much more. Explore awesome resorts in the area through Expedia like RiverStone Condo Resort & Spa pictured above. Have fun with the whole fam and tell Dolly we say hello!

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For more exciting experiences from Expedia, check out our interactive hub!

About Kimberly Van Laningham

Kimberly Van LaninghamKimberly is a writer and content creator from Georgia, currently living in Decatur with her husband, dog and two cats. She has always loved savings and has become even more passionate about finding the best deals since joining forces with RetailMeNot as the Associate Editor of Branded Content. She loves her career connecting readers to deals and brands she likes to shop herself. When not at her desk, Kimberly loves spending time with friends and family, performing in comedy shows, watching reality TV, or doing some creative writing or hand embroidery.

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