59 more days left for Summer and 42 days left until Fairfax County Public Schools open! Summer gets packed full of plans, activities, trips and fun! Traveling can become a hassle but worth the getaway. Do you know where are you going or traveling this Summer? We came up with some ideas for your family and friends in case you need them!
Water Mine Family Swimmin’™ Hole
This family water park captures the excitement of the Old West’s Gold Rush with attractions tailored for all ages. The Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole offers more than an acre of slides, flumes, sprays, showers, floatables, and an interactive water playground. It’s located in Northern Virginia too, so this is a great option for a summer day trip, which doesn’t require too much planning.
Location:
Lake Fairfax Park & Water Mine Swimmin’ Hole
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive
Reston, VA 22039
703-471-5414
Busch Gardens
The summer of thrills from world-class roller coasters, rides, slides to character appearances, shows and animal interactions. They are located near the banks of the James River in Williamsburg, VA, which also is a perfect place for a family vacation. Busch Gardens is surrounded by the Historic Triangle of Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown and are only an hour away from Virginia Beach. This destination has something for everyone.
Location:
1 Busch Gardens Blvd
Williamsburg, VA 23185
1 (800) 343-7946
Harpers Ferry Potomac River White Water Tubing
This is the top pick for 18-30-year olds looking for a river adventure! White water tubing on your own gives you an exciting experience and the freedom to tube wherever the river takes you! The white water trip route passes the historic town of Harpers Ferry, has class I-III white water excitement on the Potomac River, and takes place on a longer route! There is a significant amount of paddling and maneuvering involved in this trip. Participants should be 5 feet or taller, 10-12 years of age and up, and strong swimmers. Requirements could change based on water levels. They do also offer rafting, kayaking, biking, canoeing, an aerial adventure park, and zip line canopy tour.
Location:
408 Alstadts Hill Rd
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
800-326-7238
7 Reasons why traveling is good for you:
It promotes your heart health, keeps your mind sharp, boost your mental health, you become spontaneous, enhances creativity, relieves stress and increases connections to others and self.
