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Wilderness Territory is in Wisconsin Dells, WI. It consists of over 600 acres of land with a variety of lodging options and over 12 football fields of water fun. The grounds are also home to Wild Rock Golf Club, and a variety of outstanding dining options including Field’s at the Wilderness, Monk’s at the Wilderness and Sarento’s Italian Restaurant. Combined, these lodging options and waterparks make up America’s largest waterpark resort destination!

We just got back from our yearly fall trip. In the fall and winter, you have 3 waterparks that you can use. (The outdoor parks are closed at this time):

First there is the The Wild Water Dome. It opened at the Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort in April 2006 and spans over 70,000-square-feet and features an energy-efficient Foil Tec roof which actually allows guests to tan indoors. This waterpark is also home to the nation’s largest indoor wave pool measuring 15,450-square-feet, a 2,200-square-foot zero depth play lagoon and the Dueling Mammoths family raft ride, a high-energy family tube ride that allows allows families to race against each other through twisting and turning tunnels to see who is the fastest.

The Wild West Waterpark, which opened at the Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort in February 2003, is a 70,000-square-foot indoor waterpark offering non-stop interaction. It features The Black Hole, an outrageously fun two-person tube slide with a 45 foot drop; and Ransack Ridge, a six-level, free-standing play feature with two body slides, a 750-gallon cart-tipping bucket that spills water every 3 minutes, water blasters, animated targets and various water jets. The park also features The Fantastic Voyage, a five-person raft ride that takes guests on an exciting journey through twisting and turning tunnel ways. When the ride is complete, a conveyor belt system returns the huge raft to the top of the ride so all you need to do is walk back to the beginning for more back fun! And, if that’s not enough, the Wild West Waterpark is also home 4 speed slides, an indoor/outdoor hot spa and bumper boats! This is my kids favorite water park here!

Lastly, there is Klondike Kavern, which opened at the Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort in 1999 and was renovated in 2009. It is a 65,000-square-foot indoor waterpark that offers the Midwest’s tallest family raft ride – the Hurricane. It is also home to a 400-foot relaxing lazy river which meanders throughout the entire waterpark as well as two, 500-foot waterslides that drop five-stories; a 180 foot body slide; Sulfur Springs, an indoor/outdoor hot spa; and Bonanza Bluff, a family-friendly play structure in the middle of the park. It includes 50 play and spray features, a 750-gallon
tipping bucket, a 14 foot body slide and two 4-foot side by side children’s slides.

If you are looking dining, there is the Wild Canyon Café, a family-style restaurant where kid’s eat free with each adult meal purchased; Field’s at the Wilderness – Premier Steak House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright protégé James Dresser; Sarento’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria; Monk’s Bar & Grill; Thirsty Buffalo Saloon; Survivors Bar and Grill; and a wide variety of grab and go options at various waterparks and in coffee shops.

The Wilderness Territory in Wisconsin Dells offers more than just your standard hotel room accommodations. It is also home to beautiful and spacious Vacation Villas, Frontier Condominiums and cabins nestled deep in the woods that offer all the comforts of home. Plus, it has two condominium properties, Wilderness on the Lake and Glacier Canyon Lodge that offer even more options for large groups seeking amazing lodging options.

This is a must stay place in Wisconsin Dells! We’ll be back again next year!

Guide to family friendly Resorts in Phuket, Thailand | Budget Traveler

Taking the whole family on vacation can be very rewarding, but there are also a number of things to take into consideration in order to be s…

Publish Date: 05/19/2010 17:38

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Easy and Fun Vacations: Relaxing on a Cruise Ship

Family Friendly Vacations. Carnival and Norwegian cruises are geared for family vacations. Both ships have childcare for babies and while it’s not 24 hours, it covers significant chunks of time. There are kids’ programs designed for age …

Publish Date: 05/19/2010 23:31

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U.S. National Monuments Are Family-Friendly Vacation Spots …

Here’s a list of the nation’s historical hot spots (–) the five most- and least-visited monuments in 2009 (–) from National Park Service data, and all of these family-friendly trips keep you firmly grounded in the US With ancient …

Publish Date: 05/10/2010 18:05

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Choosing a Family-friendly Vacation Rental House

Looking for vacation rentals for your family doesn’t have to be a hassle. Your dedicated search will payoff in the form of more space for less money than a hotel. Moms can be ahead of the game by following these basics.

Publish Date: 04/14/2010 3:35

http://www.travelsavvymom.com/blog/family-travel/a-moms-guide-to-vacation-rentals/

Northeast Family Resorts – Bring the Kids! | offManhattan

The best family resorts in the Northeast, including Maine, New York, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania. Don’t be afraid to take the kids on a vacation with you! … Surrounded by tall pines is the family-friendly, Adirondack-style Lodge. The Lodge has a variety of room configurations that balance the importance of both family togetherness and privacy. When the sound of the rushing river (or the 32-inch flat screen TV) has lulled junior to sleep, your moonlit private porch is …

Publish Date: 05/19/2010 6:00

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