Family Winter Vacation Spots in the U.S.

1. Colorado - The Sebastian-Vail – A Timbers Resort

Check into The Sebastian-Vail – A Timbers Resort which has been recently renovated and offers ski-in/ski-out access to Vail Mountain, a pool, relaxing hot tubs and several excellent dining options. The hotel offers supervised activities for children during the winter season.

The Tykes Room has a chalkboard wall, a stage with curtains, books and games for the youngest guests.

Choose from 84 guest rooms and 23 luxury suites. Ask for one of the residential suites with a kitchen and a fireplace.

Bloom Spa offers a diverse menu of treatments, including massages, wraps and facials. Work out at the fitness center, get a massage and relax next to the outdoor pool with mountain views. Leonora serves bistro-style dishes with an Alpine twist. The restaurant utilizes fresh local ingredients and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Library offers wine tastings and a light menu. For a diverse selection of drinks, tapas and live music on weekends, head to Frost Bar.

16 Vail Rd, Vail, CO 81657, Phone: 970-331-0698

2. Wisconsin - The Edgewater

Located just a stone’s throw from the State Capitol and within walking distance of Madison’s best restaurants and shops on the shores of Lake Mendota, the contemporary-chic The Edgewater has a classic grandeur and charm. Elegantly decorated, rooms and suites enjoy plush décor and furnishings, ample living areas and vast glass windows with spectacular views. Modern facilities, such as air-conditioning and satellite televisions create a comfortable atmosphere, whilst special touches such as a fully stocked minibar and 24-hour personal concierge service add a touch of glamour. The hotel has an ice rink where kids can have fun skating with a view.

From All-American burgers and a pint of local beer to fine dining and fabulous wine, dining at The Edgewater will not disappoint. Five restaurants offer a range of excellent cuisine with a Midwestern twist, while two well-appointed bars serve Wisconsin beers, classic cocktails and an impressive wine list. Spend the day being pampered in the exclusive spa, enjoy an invigorating workout in the private gym and explore the town’s most popular attractions.

1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703, Phone: (608) 535-8200

3. Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Disney's Wilderness Lodge, inspired by the timeless beauty of the American Northwest, is peppered with waterfalls rushing over bare rock features, exposed wooden beams, and green pine forests. Guests can play in the Copper Creek, which leads to a beautiful heated pool with a waterslide as well as hot and cold whirlpool tubs and a play area for kids. There’s also the Boulder Ridge Cove Pool, built for relaxation with shaded seating areas, whirlpool spas, and a zero depth pool. The hotel has an arcade, restaurant, boat rentals and tours, movie nights, and more. Plus, each evening, the waters at the edge of the resort light up with the Electrical Water Pageant, a parade of lights that will delight the whole family.

901 Timberline Dr, Orlando, FL 32830, Phone: 407-824-3200

4. Hilton Head Marriott Resort and Spa

Hilton Beachfront Resort and Spa Hilton Head Island is a modern golf resort offering three PGA championship golf courses, making it a perfect choice for island visitors looking to hit the links. The resort is home to more oceanview guest rooms than any other resort on the island, with modern amenities offered in all rooms, including coffee makers, flat screen televisions, and complimentary wireless internet. Upgraded suites offer private living and dining space, including junior suites with amenities for family vacations. Luxurious amenities offered on site include indoor and outdoor pools, the full-service Spa Soleil, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Dining options range from upscale seafood favorite Blue to the vibrant outdoor cocktail lounge Liquid.

One Hotel Circle, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, Phone: 843-686-8400

5. California - Hotel del Coronado

Hotel del Coronado in Southern California offers ice-skating overlooking the Pacific Ocean during the holidays. The hotel's 10,000 square foot Windsor Lawn is transformed into an ice rink with the Victorian Building adorned with 50,000 white lights serving as a backdrop. Holiday music and hot chocolate complete the festive atmosphere at the hotel. Three-hour skating sessions are available. Other family-friendly holiday vacation activities at the Hotel del Coronado include Surrey-Sleigh Rides, Family S'mores Roasts and the Lamb's Players Theatre's annual production of An American Christmas.

1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, Phone: (619) 435-6611, Video

6. Texas - Omni Barton Creek Resort

Texas offers many great getaways which combine relaxation, diverse activities and gourmet dining. Barton Creek Resort in Austin, Texas has a 18-hole miniature golf course great for families and a kids club offering fun activities such as arts and crafts, painting, nature walks, story time, computer games and puzzles. While kids have fun at the kids club, book a relaxing treatment at the resorts spa which offers a great Water Therapy pre-spa treatment.

During the day, explore the Nature Trail with your kids, learning about the unique flora and fauna found in the Texas Hill Country. Geocaching is another fun activity offered by the resort - you can rent a GPS or bring your own. Stay at Lajitas and explore the famous Big Bend park and immerse yourself in Old West atmosphere. There is also golf, spa, mountain biking, an outdoor swimming pool and hiking.

7. Illinois - The Peninsula Hotel Chicago

Chicago is a destination where you can combine a visit to a city with pampering and relaxation. The Peninsula Hotel Chicago has a 14,000-square-foot spa, enclosed swimming pool overlooking Michigan Avenue, whirlpools and a rooftop sundeck. Rooms and suites are the Peninsula are spacious and luxurious. Trump International Chicago has a beautiful indoor pool, rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and several restaurants. Enjoy the pool with your kids and try a selection of cuisine from around the world. The Elysian Chicago offers stylish accommodations measuring on average 890 square feet in size, giving families plenty of room on their vacation. Hard Rock Hotel Chicago has an outdoor swimming pool with luxury cabanas which you can rent with kids.

8. Arizona - JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa

Stay in one of the individual casitas, a one- or two-bedroom suite, or a deluxe, two-bedroom pool suite, and you’ll want to come back time after time to the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa. The warm Southwestern charm, two 18-hole championship golf courses, and the dry desert climate will win your heart. Relax in one of the heated pools or wander a desert trail. Hike up Camelback Mountain, and then indulge in a soothing massage. Play tennis or miniature golf, rent a bike to cruise town, or work out in our fitness center. You’ll make delightful memories at Camelback Inn. Enjoy a meal or an adult beverage at one of eight dining and bar options.

5402 East Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, Phone: 480-948-1700