Teeing UpA Family-Friendly Vacation (NAPSA)—Programs, price and accommodations—all are factors when it comes to choosing a family-friendly resort. Programming refers to the activities offered by the destination. Are they geared toward children? Children and families? How about different programsfor children of different ages? Are there educational as well as recreational options? Is there enough variety in programming to keep adults interested as well? Price and accommodation are also important considerations. A growing number of resorts now offer families a reduced price on meals or makeit possible for children to eat for free. Some also offer a reduced price when children and parents stay in the same room. For example, The Greenbrier, a resort located in the scenic mountains of southern West Virginia, features enough family sports and recreational activities to land it on Travel+Leisure Family’s list of North America’s top family resorts. The Greenbrier’s programming includes its world-renowned spa— which also offers children’s programs—as well as golf, tennis, whitewater rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding, an off-road Land Rover Driving School, swimming, fishing, kayaking and a unique falconry academy. There are even cooking and nutritional programs for both adults and children. Price and accommodations are also family friendly here. Children 17 and under can stay free in A resort named one of North America’s most “family friendly” now offers a family golf school and clinic. their parent’s room and enjoy a free dinner and breakfast with their parents. Those who believe a round of golf is an essential part of any vacation are likely to enjoy their stay here. Readers of Cond Nast Traveler magazine rated The Greenbrier “The World’s Best Golf Resort.” New activities this year are the family golf school, family golf clinic and family golf package, so that even the youngest golfers can enjoy the three magnificent championship golf courses. For information about family vacations and other getaways at The Greenbrier, call toll-free 866-534-4463 or visit the Web site at www.greenbrier.com.
