Tips for Families

With its plethora of theme parks, animal attractions, and beaches and parks, San Diego is an ideal family-vacation destination. And, of course, Disneyland is right up the road, too.

Keep in mind some hotels offer free or discounted lodging for children who share a room with a parent or guardian -- be sure to ask.

Recommended family travel websites include Family Travel Forum (www.familytravelforum.com), a comprehensive site that offers customized trip planning; Family Travel Network (www.familytravelnetwork.com), an online magazine providing travel tips; and TravelWithYourKids.com (www.travelwithyourkids.com), a comprehensive site written by parents for parents offering sound advice for long-distance and international travel with children.