Category: family

Discover The Forest

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Dr. Seuss’ the Lorax encourages kids to discover the forest. Photo credit: PRNewsFoto/The Ad Council.

Want to inspire your next family camping adventure?  If your family travels in the United States, look at this charming Discover The Forest video designed to “instill a lifelong love for nature in children.”

The USDA Forest Service and the Ad Council have joined creative forces with Universal Pictures on this public service announcement (PSA) featuring Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, from the upcoming 3D-CG feature.

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Adventure Parking

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Fireworks at Longleat Safari & Adventure Park.

Looking for family fun in the UK?  In Wiltshire, Longleat Safari & Adventure Park is planning new seasonal events this fall/winter.

The family-friendly attraction will host a Halloween Spookfest, a Fireworks’ Extravaganza, and a Christmas Spectacular.

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Dog Budget Camping

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Taking your dog on holiday soon?  If you’re heading to the British seaside for a caravan holiday, until October 17, Haven Holiday parks is offering a special rate of £1 per dog.

The holiday rates for the entire family start from £79 for up to six people for four nights in Standard accommodation.

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Bark For Your Park

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PetSafe launches ‘Bark for Your Park,’ a U.S. national contest which will award $100,000 toward building a local dog park. Photo credit: PRNewsFoto/PetSafe.

Pet behavior and lifestyle product company PetSafe has launched Bark for Your Park, a U.S. national contest which will award $100,000 toward building a local dog park to a U.S. city or town.

Dog parks not only offer pet parents spots for outdoor pet recreation and expand green park space, they also strengthen the sense of community among local pet owners,” says Randy Boyd, president and CEO of PetSafe.

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Accessible Britain Family Travel

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New Rough Guide to Accessible Britain – Family Days Out.

Planning an accessible family adventure in the UK?   Rough Guides has launched the new online guide Accessible Britain – Family Days Out.

The Family Days Out reviews, available free at accessibleguide.co.uk, cover 75+ UK venues and attractions.

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Best Beach Town In The South?

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Florida’s Emerald Coast was voted No. 1 Beach in the South. Photo credit: PRNewsFoto/Florida’s Emerald Coast.

Florida’s Emerald Coast has been voted the “Best Beach Town in the South” by the readers of Southern Living magazine.

If you’re planning a family vacation in Florida, the region’s beach towns of Destin – Fort Walton Beach – Okaloosa Island offer affordable accommodations and events.

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