https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/destinations/index.rss en-us Wilmington Family Media © 2025 All Rights Reserved Wed, 05 Sep 2018 13:09:24 -0000 The Mother Earth Motor Lodge in Kinston has been completely renovated into an immersive throwback experience of the 70’s for a fun family destination. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/win-a-free-night-at-the-mother-earth-motor-lodge/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/win-a-free-night-at-the-mother-earth-motor-lodge/ Wed, 05 Sep 2018 13:09:24 -0000 Mother Earth Motor Lodge Annesophia Richards Annesophia Richards For a chance to win a pair of BuddyPhones InFlight headphones for your child, simply comment below with why you would like to win by 3/31/17. Winner chosen at random. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/win-a-pair-of-buddyphones-inflight-children%E2%80%99s-headphones/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/win-a-pair-of-buddyphones-inflight-children%E2%80%99s-headphones/ Wed, 08 Mar 2017 13:59:56 -0000 Buddy Phones www.onanoff.com Brandy Metzger Nelson County, Virginia is a family destination that provides outdoor adventure as well as artisan crafted food and beverages. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-trip-to-nelson/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-trip-to-nelson/ Tue, 07 Mar 2017 13:04:00 -0000 Snow Tubing Brandy Metzger Brandy Metzger Historic Edenton proves to be a great weekend family get-a-way. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/edenton-n/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/edenton-n/ Sun, 23 Oct 2016 14:07:49 -0000 Roanoke River Brandy Metzger Brandy Metzger Charlotte is an excellent destination for nature lovers. Here are the highlights from three attractions focused on the natural world. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-fun-in-the/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-fun-in-the/ Wed, 27 Apr 2016 12:57:35 -0000 Charlotte Nature Museum Brandy Metzger Brandy Metzger Charlotte offers a multitude of options for family fun making it a great destination in NC. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-fun-in-the-queen-city/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-fun-in-the-queen-city/ Tue, 05 Apr 2016 13:22:46 -0000 Discovery Place Brandy Metzger Annesophia Richards Families can journey by car through three miles of over 700 magical light displays of all shapes and sizes. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/travel/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/travel/ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 14:06:07 -0000 Brandy Metzger The Carolina Renaissance Festival allows guests to step back in time to enjoy the entertainment and artistry of the past. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/carolina-renaissance-festival-offers-family-fun/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/carolina-renaissance-festival-offers-family-fun/ Wed, 28 Oct 2015 13:36:13 -0000 Jaust Brandy Metzger Brandy Metzger Carolina Balloonfest will brighten the October sky in Statesville, NC. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/spend-a-fun-family-weekend-at-carolina-balloonfest/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/spend-a-fun-family-weekend-at-carolina-balloonfest/ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 12:50:00 -0000 Hot Air Balloons Michele Cooke Annesophia Richards Many families with little ones will soon be hitting the roads this summer while traveling on vacation, and one of the key essentials of any lengthy car trip with kids is the right kind of snacks. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/the-5-best-snacks-to-pack-for-a-road-trip/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/the-5-best-snacks-to-pack-for-a-road-trip/ Mon, 15 Jun 2015 12:45:01 -0000 Fruit snack Brandy Metzger The Audubon Nature Institute has 3 amazing facilities located in New Orleans: the Audubon Zoo, the Aquarium of the Americas and the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/exploring-nature-in-new-orleans/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/exploring-nature-in-new-orleans/ Thu, 16 Apr 2015 14:26:47 -0000 elephant fountain Brandy Metzger Busch Gardens’ newest thrill attraction, Tempesto™, debuts April 25 at Busch Gardens, Williamsburg. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/busch-gardens-announces-tempesto%E2%84%A2-thrill-coaster/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/busch-gardens-announces-tempesto%E2%84%A2-thrill-coaster/ Wed, 25 Mar 2015 13:58:41 -0000 Tempesto Roller Coaster www.buschgardens.com/va. Steve Adams We found Grand Cayman to have many of the qualities that make it great for families traveling abroad. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/grand-cayman---a-grand-surprise/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/grand-cayman---a-grand-surprise/ Sat, 05 Jul 2014 21:24:23 -0000 Grand-Cayman-Beach.jpg Steve Adams While in the Bahamas, Dolphin Encounters is a great family adventure. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/bahama-adventure-at-dolphin-encounters/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/bahama-adventure-at-dolphin-encounters/ Mon, 02 Jun 2014 19:37:04 -0000 Dolphin Encounters www.dolphinencounters.com Bugs Exhibit, a new 4-D experience and an enhanced Kids Zone enhance a visit to the NC zoo. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/what%27s-new-at-the-nc-zoo/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/what%27s-new-at-the-nc-zoo/ Tue, 13 May 2014 13:07:56 -0000 spider Brandy Metzger Young history buffs will love the new interactive adventure in Colonial Williamsburg. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/new-interactive-adventure-at-colonial-williamsburg/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/new-interactive-adventure-at-colonial-williamsburg/ Mon, 24 Mar 2014 01:16:00 -0000 RevQuest www.studenttravelplanningguide.com Brandy Metzger Winterfest is a wonderful weekend family get-a-way in the NC mountains. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/winterfest-in-blowing-rock/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/winterfest-in-blowing-rock/ Mon, 17 Feb 2014 13:43:00 -0000 Winterfest Brandy Metzger Brandy Metzger Hawksnest Snow Tubing in Seven Devils NC offers the largest snow tubing park on the East Coast. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/winter-thrills-at-hawksnest/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/winter-thrills-at-hawksnest/ Sun, 09 Feb 2014 15:18:38 -0000 Hawksnest Brandy Metzger Brandy Metzger Choosing the right accommodations for a Disney vacation can be stressful. Here is a comparison of staying on Disney property and off. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/disney-world%3A-where-to-stay%3F/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/disney-world%3A-where-to-stay%3F/ Tue, 19 Nov 2013 17:02:00 -0000 Art of animation cars Disney The NC Mountains offers something for everyone. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-trip-to-the-nc-mountains/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/family-trip-to-the-nc-mountains/ Mon, 16 Sep 2013 12:41:00 -0000 grandfather mtn Hugh Morton Myrtle Beach can be a wonderful spot for kids to have fun and parents to relax. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/relaxing-in-myrtle-beach/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/relaxing-in-myrtle-beach/ Fri, 17 May 2013 02:54:00 -0000 Splash park Embassy Suites Hotels Hunger Games Fan Tours are scheduled for spring and summer in Brevard, NC. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/hunger-games-fan-tours-for-2013-announced/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/hunger-games-fan-tours-for-2013-announced/ Sat, 23 Mar 2013 14:18:23 -0000 HGFT Hunger Games Fan Tours With the arrival of fall, the leaves are beginning to shade North Carolina in hues of burgundy, burnt orange and golden yellow. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/9-great-ways-to-see-nc-fall-colors/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/9-great-ways-to-see-nc-fall-colors/ Wed, 26 Sep 2012 18:40:00 -0000 Fall-Visit NC VisitNC.com – Bill Russ Brandy Metzger Our journey continues in the beautiful mountain city... https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/couples-get-a-way-to-asheville-part-2/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/couples-get-a-way-to-asheville-part-2/ Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:13:00 -0000 High falls holeinthedonut.com Brandy Metzger Asheville, NC is a city full of diverse activities and culture making it a wonderful spot for a couples get-a-way. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/couples-get-a-way-to-asheville/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/couples-get-a-way-to-asheville/ Mon, 23 Jul 2012 01:16:00 -0000 Biltmore house romanticasheville.com Traveling with students affords one teacher the opportunities to see the world for free. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/exploring-the-world-with-students/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/exploring-the-world-with-students/ Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:29:00 -0000 venice, italy www.cretediscover.com The Pea Pod Plus is the perfect travel bed for small children. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/perfect-bed-for-little-travelers/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/destinations/perfect-bed-for-little-travelers/ Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:54:00 -0000 Pea Pod KidCo