No matter their age and the challenges that come with it, youll never regret traveling with your child.
Looking back, I see what a wildly charmed decade of my life that was.
So, take the trip, whether its near or far.
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Here are 25 incredible places for a mother-daughter vacation.
Its also a fantastic place to snorkel.
Just wandering the streets of Old San Juan, snacking onpiraguas(shaved ice), is also fun.
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In the winter, my daughter goes ice skating or takes a ski lesson at resorts likePalisades TahoeorNorthstar.
If the kidspaddleboard or kayak, gear up for that on Tahoes crystal-blue waters.
Some people even venture to visit one park a day for a scenic five-day adventure.
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Or, just visit a couple of the parks to reduce the driving.
In Arches, do the Sand Dune Arch and Broken Arch hikes.
In Canyonlands, find the iconic Mesa Arch.
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Capitol Reef is great for watching the sunset and spotting petroglyphs.
And in Bryce Canyon, observe incredible hoodoo formations from Rainbow Point or along the Queens Garden Trail.
House-made soup or biscuits and jam await your arrival.
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Kayaking on Moraine Lake or Emerald Lake are other must-dos while you’re in the area.
There arefour luxury propertieshere, and all are ideal for a relaxing and tropical mother-daughter getaway.
Dont miss the free-admissionoutdoor symphony performances(usually in August) or the burgers atGrumpys, a local institution.
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But an early evening visit toRathbaun Farmwas the ultimate highlight.
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My eldest daughter cant wait to visit Paris, and we have a loose itinerary ready.
The most popular Great Wall exploration point is Mutianyu, located about a 1.5-hour drive from Beijing.
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TheMuseum of Modern ArtandMuseo Jumexare other top attractions.
In between art walks, eat tacos.
A taco tour byClub Tengo Hambreis fit for foodies of any age.
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Two words: Stanley Park.
Locals and tourists constantly cross paths here, drawn to the sprawling outdoor spaces beauty and varied activity options.
A quick ferry ride to Granville Island brings you to a great food hall.
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Take time to get lost in the narrow, colorful roads of Burano.
A kid-friendly cooking class would even let you bring a bit of Italy home, in a way.
The seafood here is unmissable, too.
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Then, sample incredible Tex-Mex cuisine at stops likeTorchys TacosandLa Manchaand top-notch barbecue at local favorites likeInterstellar BBQorFranklin Barbecue.
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