The Nature Vacation

Money might be tight, but 2009's summer vacation is still circled on the calendar. A recent study from TripAdvisor, an online traveler review site, found that adventure vacations and National Park visits will see a spike this year, and as a result camping's on the rise too. After all, the wonders of nature don't (usually) have a high cost of admission, you cook your own food, and a tent's the cheapest lodging around.

It's great that kids will typically have a great time on vacation no matter where you go. It really doesn't have to be all about Disney, or the infamous water park located half way across the country. They love any adventure away from home.  Add in some "roughing it" and they're sure to be excited. 

Trend Tip: Explore local state parks and campgrounds on sites like nps.gov and camping.com to find the best places to pitch your tent. If sleeping on the ground doesn't appeal to you, try "glamping" (short for glamour camping) by seeking out campgrounds with cabins and electrical power hookups.

Source: www.Parents.com