{"id":16701,"date":"2023-02-01T08:46:28","date_gmt":"2023-02-01T14:46:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/?p=16701"},"modified":"2023-02-02T08:31:32","modified_gmt":"2023-02-02T14:31:32","slug":"spring-break-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/spring-break-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Budget Friendly Spring Break Ideas For Families"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Take a Road Trip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on where you\u2019re located, a road trip can be an awesome and inexpensive idea for a family vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1.  Seven Magic Mountains, Nevada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With no entry fee, this is an awesome site to take your family to see via road trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Antelope Canyon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For a low price, you can visit Antelope Canyon in Arizona for some stunning views and interesting hikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Blue Ridge Parkway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This incredibly scenic drive is free and has many hikes and views to see along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Great Lakes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Take a road trip around Michigan to explore the Great Lakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. New England<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

New England is a great place to take a road trip. Start in Massachusetts and make your way down to Connecticut, stopping at major cities and landmarks along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip: The best way to make sure your road trip is affordable is by setting a budget and a plan ahead of time. Happy travels!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Day Trip Ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Take the whole family on a super fun museum day! Most cities and towns have museums full of history that you can likely drive to from your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Mountains<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Grab the kids and go on an awesome adventure at your nearest mountain town to have the perfect day trip full of hikes and outdoor activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Amusement or Theme Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While some can be very expensive, there are several amusement and theme parks around the country that are affordable that the kids will love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a \u201cStaycation\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Make a scavenger hunt around your neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Family hike or bike ride<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Board game tournament<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Build a fort<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Set up an arts and crafts room<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Learn a new hobby<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. At-home spa day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Baking competition<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Backyard camping<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Movie day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are just a few ideas, there are many ways to make a staycation super fun for the whole family! For more activity and game ideas, check out the Great Wolf blog<\/a>. Want to take your family on a fun vacation at a great price? Check out deals and discounts<\/a> available at Great Wolf Lodge!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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