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  Backcountry Unlimited

  Prescott

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  Adventure Travel for Teens (Summer 2019) Ages 12 to 14 and 15 to 17

     AZ Unlimited - 12 Days AGES 12 to 14: June 8th - June 19th, June 28th - July 9th AGES 15 to 17: June 4th - June 15th, June 22nd - July 3rd, July 14th - July 25th Starts and Ends at Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix, Arizona Arizona is a state of extraordinary topographic diversity, clear skies, open lands, and beautiful forests with a total area of 114,000 Sq. MI. 12 days with Backcountry Unlimited on AZ Unlimited will take you off the beaten path in the Sonoran desert, high on the Colorado Plateau and deep into the Grand Canyon. We will explore ancient cultures, climb towering cliffs, whitewater raft on the Colorado River, kayak through slot canyons on Lake Powell, explore the Grand Canyon, horseback ride through the tall pines and experience all Arizona has to offer. Highlights: Rock Climb Jack's, Whitewater Raft the Colorado, Kayak through slot canyons, and Horseback riding through the pines of Grand Canyon National Park and flying down tree top zip lines. A to the Z - 5 Days Ages 12 to 14: June 2nd - June 6th June 22nd - June 26th July 12th - July 16th Age 15 to 17: June 17th - June 21st & July 8th - July 12th Starts and Ends at Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix, Arizona Mountain Bike! Swim! Climb! Horseback Ride! Need we say more? 5 days of adventure on A to the Z will take you high on the Colorado Plateau and deep into the Grand Canyon. We will explore ancient ruins, experience the majesty of Grand Canyon National Park and horseback ride through the pine forest of Northern Arizona. Highlights: A train ride to the Grand Canyon, mountain bike ponderosa pine forest, swimming in cool mountain waters and horseback riding through the pines of Grand Canyon National Park. (less) ... Read more

  Make This Your Summer for Adventure

  Spring is in full swing and it's hard to believe that summer is quickly approaching. Backcountry Unlimited is excited to announce that space in many of our programs is quickly becoming limi…

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  Camp Pillsbury

  Owatonna

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  Camp Pillsbury is an exciting, safe, fun, coed overnight summer camp for kids ages 6-17.

     It is a unique sleep over camp in Minnesota that provides over 100 activities to choose from. No matter what each child's interests are, they are certain to find activities that not only fascinate them, but help build their character, self-esteem and confidence. Camp Pillsbury offers its campers the chance to fly on the trapeze, participate in musical theater, team sports (such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball), learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play an instrument - all in the same day! Because each camper chooses the activities they participate in, they are spending their day with campers who share the same interests, helping form stronger bonds with new friends. The programs and classes we offer put an emphasis on activities that today's kids gravitate to. Camp Pillsbury offers Circus Arts, Rock Band, Musical Theater, Dance, Fine Arts and Crafts, Technology/Digital Arts & Multimedia, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Magic, Water Sports, Extreme Sports, Horseback Riding, Orchestra, Woodworking, Vocal Ensembles, Cheer, Gymnastics, Role Playing Games, Archery, Weightlifting, and much more. Our fully elective program allows campers to select all of their favorite activities and to also try new ones within our established daily schedule. Campers have the opportunity to develop existing skills and explore new interests. Every program and activity is open to all age groups and all skill levels where we meet each child's individual needs and respect their individuality. Our day is comprised of 6 one hour periods; three Majors and three Minors. Majors are taken at the same time each day with the same staff and campers and is an activity that each camper has chosen to learn more about, get better at and be in the end of session show or exhibition. Campers choose three Minors each day that they can try once or repeat as often as they like. This allows campers plenty of opportunity to try new activities they have never been exposed to before. Campers thrive, building on existing interests and developing new ones. They flourish and excel in the areas they become passionate about and self-confidence soars. They become better singers, dancers, actors, athletes, artists, musicians and even students. Camp Pillsbury is helping kids from all over the world be successful through programs led by experts in a unique camp environment. Our campers learn from the best to be the best. They also form friendships that last a lifetime. Campers sleep in dorms and will be provided with great food, fun and friends throughout the summer. (less) ... Read more

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  Campus by the Sea

  Avalon

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  For over four decades Christian Families have called Campus by the Sea the best family vacation with a purpose.

     Located in a private cove on Santa Catalina Island, all guests come by chartered ferry from San Pedro, Long Beach, Newport Beach or Dana Point harbors, easily accessible from all of Southern California. Church Youth Pastors love it too for Middle School, Jr. High and High School retreats with the most unique setting for a conference center: a quarter mile of private beach looking back at the California mainland. With our seaside location, nautical-themed play yard and rustic yet comfortable family-sized cabins many discover why CBS is a good place to go for family vacation. Our well-trained and carefully screened college-age staff are eager to serve with enthusiasm and kindness with a level of professionalism that rivals the service of the best all inclusive resorts for families. Come experience the wonder and pristine beauty of Catalina Island and the many sight-seeing opportunities offered by Avalon, the quaint tourist village just three miles from camp. Discover why many refer to Catalina as the island of romance and how rejuvenating a week or weekend at Campus by the Sea can be for your family or church group. (less) ... Read more

  Family Vacation Tax Return Discount for Campus by the Sea

  Contact Camp for coupon code to receive 6% off your registration fees for our week-long Family Camp, Session #1. June 23-29, 2019. All-inclusive package includes ferry to Catalina, all meals…

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  Catalina Sea Camp

  Toyon Bay

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  Summer camp on Catalina Island is a great way to spend the summer. Wonderful memories and new friends await at Catalina Sea Camp one of California's premier overnight summer camps.

     Our one-week and three-week camps are one of a kind ocean adventure and marine biology summer camps located at Toyon Bay on Catalina Island. Sea Camp offers three one-week sessions for boys and girls ages 8-13 and two three-week coed sessions for teens ages 12-17. Our hand-picked counselors and instructors create an atmosphere of fun and excitement while leading campers on a host of ocean adventure, marine biology, and social summer camp activities. Catalina Sea Camp is a program developed by Catalina Island Marine Institute, also known as "CIMI". Rules for participation in Guided Discoveries programs are the same for everyone without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap (less) ... Read more

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  Fillmore & Western Railway

  Fillmore

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  Fillmore & Western Railway Company (Short Line Enterprises) was founded in 1967

     . Between 1967 & 1972, the company bought, sold and traded locomotives, passenger cars and freight cars (mostly of 19th century origin). The majority of the equipment was acquired from the property departments of 3 major movie studios: MGM, Paramount & 20th Century Fox. This activity, combined with Short Line's experience in buying, selling and evaluating railroad equipment led to the company's emergence as one of the foremost appraisers in America of rolling stock and other railroad related items. It also focused the company on its long-term path of providing movie trains for the film industry. By 1976, Short Line's collection of rolling stock was anything but short. The company moved lock, stock and locomotive, to the Sierra Railroad in Jamestown, California, which provided a better location for film work. It was also close to Sacramento, where principals of Short Line had been engaged by the Califomia Department of Parks and Recreation to supervise restoration of the extensive and historic collection of the California State Railroad Museum. Short Line was also retained as the prime contractor by the Nevada State Museum on restoration projects in Carson City. This series of projects ran from 1979 to 1988, and resulted in the restoration of three derelict steam locomotives and seven 19th Century passenger & freight cars. During this time (1985), Short Line moved its movie operations to Newhall Ranch, placing it within the Hollywood production zone. Between 1985 and 1990, Short Line was used in over seventy feature films, television series and commercials. No Hollywood railroad location had ever amassed that number of credits in such a brief period of time. The track lease was cancelled in 1990 when the Newhall Land and Farming Company decided to develop the surrounding area in a way that was incompatible with movie operations. A search began for a new home of Hollywood's "Movie Trains". All potential sites in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura Counties were explored. The only line that met the specific needs of the film industry was Southern Pacific's Santa Paula Branch in rural Ventura County. The pastoral surroundings of the area also bode suitable for development of a passenger excursion business. The City of Fillmore showed great enthusiasm for the operation of a vintage train in conjunction with the revival of its 1920-era Central Business District. The objective, to create a major visitor destination that features the movie trains, passenger excursions and dinner trains as the master theme for the community redevelopment. The "Movie Trains" found a home and Fillmore became "Train Town". In 1996, Short Line Enterprises became the film division of the Fillmore & Western Railway Company. Operations expanded from movie work and limited passenger trips to regularly scheduled daytime passenger excursions, Saturday and Sunday lunch/dinner trains, holiday train & other specialty trains. The antique trains of Fillmore & Western rolled into the 21st century. They remain highly involved in the magic of movie making, while the company's passenger excursions, dinner trains, private party and corporate event trains provide the means of travel to a bygone era.... (less) ... Read more

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  Gilroy Gardens

  Gilroy

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  Over 40 Rides & Attractions for Young & Old!

     Play, learn and grow at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park! With more than 40 unique rides, attractions, and stunning gardens geared toward all ages, you'll enjoy every minute of your visit. Enjoy bigger splashes at our brand-new Water Oasis, ride the paddleboats in Coyote Lake, and and soar through the skies on Balloon Flight.

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  Harlem Globetrotters Fan Powered World Tour

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  Save 25% with Promo Code: FUNFAM

     HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS FAN POWERED WORLD TOUR The Original Harlem Globetrotters are known for their amazing feats of basketball, humor, and acts of goodwill on and off the court. And they have always been about the fans, but this year, everything they do will bring fans closer to the action more than ever before. Join them as they celebrate fans during the all-new Fan Powered World Tour! There will be over 20 occasions before, during and after the game where you have the opportunity to directly interact with Globetrotters stars. Don't miss out - get your tickets today and save 25% off with promo code FUNFAM (less) ... Read more

  SAVE 25% for ALL Harlem Globetrotters Games with promo code FUNFAM

  25% off select tickets with promo code FUNFAM The Original Harlem Globetrotters are preparing for their action packed 2019 tour! Join Globetrotter stars after the game where they will stay …

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  iFLY Indoor Skydiving Ontario

  Ontario

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  Ready to try Indoor Skydiving? iFly Ontario located between The Ontario Mills Mall and the I-10 Freeway. Indoor wind tunnel conditions are perfect for skydiving day or night and in any weather! All ages and abilities can now skydive, ages 3 to 103! iFLY Ontario provides the free fall adrenaline without the plane! Bring your family and friends for the indoor skydiving adventure of a lifetime! Reservations are strongly suggested! Call to make yours today!

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  Madame Tussauds Hollywood

  Los Angeles

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  Located next door to the World Famous Chinese Theatre, Madame Tussauds is Hollywood's newest must-see attraction where you can see, touch and take photos with all of your favorite celebrities! We've taken down the museum-style ropes and poles so that YOU can get up-close and personal with Hollywood's biggest A-listers. Sit down for breakfast with Audrey Hepburn, be the President and take your seat in the Oval Office, ride a bike with everyone's favorite Extraterrestrial friend E.T., and shoot hoops with Kobe Bryant. With over 125 figures, there is something for everyone!

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  Newport Landing Whale Watching

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  $16 Whale Watching Cruise

     Newport Landing provides multiple whale watching and dolphin cruises daily year round aboard our specifically built-for-whale-watching ships, the Ocean Explorer and the Legacy. Our cruises depart from Newport Harbor in Newport Beach. Newport Harbor is s surrounded by the famous coastlines of Laguna Beach and Newport Beach. On one of our whale watching cruises you can expect to see dolphins, sea lions, marine birds and, of course, whales. The winter and spring months bring the annual grey whale migration with over 10,000 gray whales participating and the summer and fall months, giant blue whales which migrate into the coastal waters in the hundreds to feed. Along with gray whales and blue whales, see humpback whales, minke whales, finback whales, and many species of dolphin year round. Over 2800 whales were viewed in 2015! Why are there some many whales just outside of Newport Harbor? The answer is the unique marine ecosystem which brings nutrient rich waters very close to shore. The unique ecosystem is so special that a 15 mile state marine protected park was created in 2012 to ensure this rich environment remains for generations to come. Reserve your cruises online at http://www.newportwhales.com/whalewatchingprices.html#reserve or just give us a call at 949-675-0551. (less) ... Read more

  $16 Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise at Newport Landing Whale Watching

  $16 Whale Watching cruise special Multiple cruises daily year round. View giant blue whales, humpback whales, gray whales, and much more. **Click Website Link For Promo & To Reserve

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  Pirate's Dinner Adventure

  Buena Park

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  WORLD'S MOST UNIQUE & INTERACTIVE DINNER SHOW SAVE! Call (866) 439-2469 and mention code "USFAM17"

     Two-hour live performance featuring an astonishing display of special-effects wizardry, aerial artistry, swashbuckling swordplay and dynamic duels. Four-course feast fit for a pirate king includes Preshow Appetizers, Vegetable Soup or Fresh Garden Salad, Roasted Half Chicken or BBQ Beef Kabobs, Buttery Mashed Potatoes or Caribbean Rice and Fudge Brownie a la mode. Vegetarian and kids meals are available. The meal also includes unlimited soft drinks and complimentary coffee. More than 150 guests have the chance to play an actual role in each show. Conveniently located off the 5 and 91 freeways in the heart of the Buena Park Entertainment Zone just 10 minutes away from the Disneyland Resort and 15 minutes from John Wayne Airport with domestic/international service. Complimentary on-site bus, car and handicapped parking. Fully-enclosed, air-conditioned venue offers two full bars, gift and photo souvenir shops. Received Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor (December 2013). Guests from all over the world are accommodated by a multilingual staff with exceptional customer service. Come Live the Pirate's Life at Pirate's Dinner Adventure California (less) ... Read more

  $34.84 For Adults and $21.84 For Children at Pirates Dinner Adventure

  Come Live the Pirate's Life at Pirate's Dinner Adventure California and SAVE! Call (866) 439-2469 and mention code "USFAM19" at time of purchase. Reservations required. Tax and applicable fe…

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  Harlem Globetrotters Fan Powered World Tour

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  Harlem Globetrotters Fan Powered World Tour

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  Save 25% with Promo Code: FUNFAM

     HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS FAN POWERED WORLD TOUR The Original Harlem Globetrotters are known for their amazing feats of basketball, humor, and acts of goodwill on and off the court. And they have always been about the fans, but this year, everything they do will bring fans closer to the action more than ever before. Join them as they celebrate fans during the all-new Fan Powered World Tour! There will be over 20 occasions before, during and after the game where you have the opportunity to directly interact with Globetrotters stars. Don't miss out - get your tickets today and save 25% off with promo code FUNFAM (less) ... Read more

  SAVE 25% for ALL Harlem Globetrotters Games with promo code FUNFAM

  25% off select tickets with promo code FUNFAM The Original Harlem Globetrotters are preparing for their action packed 2019 tour! Join Globetrotter stars after the game where they will stay …

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  Pirate's Dinner Adventure

  Buena Park

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  WORLD'S MOST UNIQUE & INTERACTIVE DINNER SHOW SAVE! Call (866) 439-2469 and mention code "USFAM17"

     Two-hour live performance featuring an astonishing display of special-effects wizardry, aerial artistry, swashbuckling swordplay and dynamic duels. Four-course feast fit for a pirate king includes Preshow Appetizers, Vegetable Soup or Fresh Garden Salad, Roasted Half Chicken or BBQ Beef Kabobs, Buttery Mashed Potatoes or Caribbean Rice and Fudge Brownie a la mode. Vegetarian and kids meals are available. The meal also includes unlimited soft drinks and complimentary coffee. More than 150 guests have the chance to play an actual role in each show. Conveniently located off the 5 and 91 freeways in the heart of the Buena Park Entertainment Zone just 10 minutes away from the Disneyland Resort and 15 minutes from John Wayne Airport with domestic/international service. Complimentary on-site bus, car and handicapped parking. Fully-enclosed, air-conditioned venue offers two full bars, gift and photo souvenir shops. Received Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor (December 2013). Guests from all over the world are accommodated by a multilingual staff with exceptional customer service. Come Live the Pirate's Life at Pirate's Dinner Adventure California (less) ... Read more

  $34.84 For Adults and $21.84 For Children at Pirates Dinner Adventure

  Come Live the Pirate's Life at Pirate's Dinner Adventure California and SAVE! Call (866) 439-2469 and mention code "USFAM19" at time of purchase. Reservations required. Tax and applicable fe…

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  Tortuga Music Festival 2019

  Ft Lauderdale

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  Ft Lauderdale April 12-14!

     Held on the white sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach Park in a beautiful oceanside setting, Tortuga Music Festival is a 3-day, multi-stage music festival featuring some of the biggest names in country, rock and roots music. Tortuga Music Festival brings like-minded fans together for an unforgettable beach weekend experience that pairs music with meaning to raise awareness for marine conservation. Tortuga Music Festival works hand in hand with the Rock The Ocean Foundation to increase public awareness about the issues impacting the world's oceans and to support scientific research, education, and ocean conservation initiatives. Over $1,000,000 has been given back to our Conservation Village partners as a direct result of ticket sales and donations from Rock The Ocean's Tortuga Music Festival. Check out our lineup and learn more about ocean conservation and how you can help. (less) ... Read more

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  Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure

  San Diego

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  Looking for a way to turn San Diego into a giant game board? Urban Adventure Quest has created a family-based scavenger hunt that combines the fun of the amazing race with a three-hour tour. Guided from any smart phone, groups make their way among well known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. Using a smart phone as 'the guide' allows teams to start when they want and determine their own pace of play. Stop for lunch midway or just enjoy the sights and sounds of the city.' why not, it's your schedule? Offered at a fixed price for a group vs. per person pricing, this city tour/game offers a great value to those on a budget. This Family Friendly activity is great for ages from 7-70. Register @ www.UrbanAdventureQuest.com. (less) ... Read more

  Save 20% on a Fun Scavenger Hunt Adventure

  Turn Your City into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make…

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  Campus by the Sea

  Avalon

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  For over four decades Christian Families have called Campus by the Sea the best family vacation with a purpose.

     Located in a private cove on Santa Catalina Island, all guests come by chartered ferry from San Pedro, Long Beach, Newport Beach or Dana Point harbors, easily accessible from all of Southern California. Church Youth Pastors love it too for Middle School, Jr. High and High School retreats with the most unique setting for a conference center: a quarter mile of private beach looking back at the California mainland. With our seaside location, nautical-themed play yard and rustic yet comfortable family-sized cabins many discover why CBS is a good place to go for family vacation. Our well-trained and carefully screened college-age staff are eager to serve with enthusiasm and kindness with a level of professionalism that rivals the service of the best all inclusive resorts for families. Come experience the wonder and pristine beauty of Catalina Island and the many sight-seeing opportunities offered by Avalon, the quaint tourist village just three miles from camp. Discover why many refer to Catalina as the island of romance and how rejuvenating a week or weekend at Campus by the Sea can be for your family or church group. (less) ... Read more

  Family Vacation Tax Return Discount for Campus by the Sea

  Contact Camp for coupon code to receive 6% off your registration fees for our week-long Family Camp, Session #1. June 23-29, 2019. All-inclusive package includes ferry to Catalina, all meals…

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  Catalina Sea Camp

  Toyon Bay

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  Summer camp on Catalina Island is a great way to spend the summer. Wonderful memories and new friends await at Catalina Sea Camp one of California's premier overnight summer camps.

     Our one-week and three-week camps are one of a kind ocean adventure and marine biology summer camps located at Toyon Bay on Catalina Island. Sea Camp offers three one-week sessions for boys and girls ages 8-13 and two three-week coed sessions for teens ages 12-17. Our hand-picked counselors and instructors create an atmosphere of fun and excitement while leading campers on a host of ocean adventure, marine biology, and social summer camp activities. Catalina Sea Camp is a program developed by Catalina Island Marine Institute, also known as "CIMI". Rules for participation in Guided Discoveries programs are the same for everyone without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap (less) ... Read more

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  Cooking Round the World

  OAKLAND

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  Cooking Round the World is where cooking and culture embrace! Children have the unique experience of learning about various cultures WHILE taking part in the fun of 100% hands-on cooking (and eating)! At Cooking Round the World home birthday parties and seasonal camps, everyone measures, pours, stirs, juices, dices, chops and participates to craft favorite dishes from countries all around the globe. The outcome is spectacular! Children are introduced to new foods, broaden their palates, and become citizens of the world. And it's FUN! For your budding chef's birthday, we bring an international cooking class to your home! We offer deliciously themed summer and winter camps, with half-day and all-day options. Your child will taste the world and come back for seconds! (less) ... Read more

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  Davey's Locker Sportfishing

  Newport Beach

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  Join one of our open to the general public 1/2 day, 3/4 day, or longer fishing trips. Several departure times each day means that there is a trip time and length to fit almost any schedule. Whether a family or just yourself. Local trips (1/2 day trips) average 5-6 hours in length and fish areas from Long Beach to Dana Point including Laguna Beach & Huntington Beach. Catch barracuda, halibut, sand bass, calico bass, red snapper, giant yellowtail, white sea bass, and many other species. day fishing trips (7am to 5pm) fish Catalina Island and over 40 miles of coastline. Yellowtail to 40 pounds, barracuda, bonito, calico bass, sand bass, white sea bass, halibut, yellowfin tuna, and many more species are possible on these full day trips. Davey's Locker Sportfishing's fleet has state of the art electronics, spacious indoor/outdoor seating, and full amenities including a full service snack bar/kitchen. (less) ... Read more

  $30 Half Day Fishing Or $50 Full Day Fishing Special

  Good for all general admission 1/2 day and full day deep sea fishing trips. Please bring in during time of check in. One coupon good for all size groups. Use the code FAMGUIDE30 for 30% off …

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  Fillmore & Western Railway

  Fillmore

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  Fillmore & Western Railway Company (Short Line Enterprises) was founded in 1967

     . Between 1967 & 1972, the company bought, sold and traded locomotives, passenger cars and freight cars (mostly of 19th century origin). The majority of the equipment was acquired from the property departments of 3 major movie studios: MGM, Paramount & 20th Century Fox. This activity, combined with Short Line's experience in buying, selling and evaluating railroad equipment led to the company's emergence as one of the foremost appraisers in America of rolling stock and other railroad related items. It also focused the company on its long-term path of providing movie trains for the film industry. By 1976, Short Line's collection of rolling stock was anything but short. The company moved lock, stock and locomotive, to the Sierra Railroad in Jamestown, California, which provided a better location for film work. It was also close to Sacramento, where principals of Short Line had been engaged by the Califomia Department of Parks and Recreation to supervise restoration of the extensive and historic collection of the California State Railroad Museum. Short Line was also retained as the prime contractor by the Nevada State Museum on restoration projects in Carson City. This series of projects ran from 1979 to 1988, and resulted in the restoration of three derelict steam locomotives and seven 19th Century passenger & freight cars. During this time (1985), Short Line moved its movie operations to Newhall Ranch, placing it within the Hollywood production zone. Between 1985 and 1990, Short Line was used in over seventy feature films, television series and commercials. No Hollywood railroad location had ever amassed that number of credits in such a brief period of time. The track lease was cancelled in 1990 when the Newhall Land and Farming Company decided to develop the surrounding area in a way that was incompatible with movie operations. A search began for a new home of Hollywood's "Movie Trains". All potential sites in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura Counties were explored. The only line that met the specific needs of the film industry was Southern Pacific's Santa Paula Branch in rural Ventura County. The pastoral surroundings of the area also bode suitable for development of a passenger excursion business. The City of Fillmore showed great enthusiasm for the operation of a vintage train in conjunction with the revival of its 1920-era Central Business District. The objective, to create a major visitor destination that features the movie trains, passenger excursions and dinner trains as the master theme for the community redevelopment. The "Movie Trains" found a home and Fillmore became "Train Town". In 1996, Short Line Enterprises became the film division of the Fillmore & Western Railway Company. Operations expanded from movie work and limited passenger trips to regularly scheduled daytime passenger excursions, Saturday and Sunday lunch/dinner trains, holiday train & other specialty trains. The antique trains of Fillmore & Western rolled into the 21st century. They remain highly involved in the magic of movie making, while the company's passenger excursions, dinner trains, private party and corporate event trains provide the means of travel to a bygone era.... (less) ... Read more

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  Harlem Globetrotters Fan Powered World Tour

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  Save 25% with Promo Code: FUNFAM

     HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS FAN POWERED WORLD TOUR The Original Harlem Globetrotters are known for their amazing feats of basketball, humor, and acts of goodwill on and off the court. And they have always been about the fans, but this year, everything they do will bring fans closer to the action more than ever before. Join them as they celebrate fans during the all-new Fan Powered World Tour! There will be over 20 occasions before, during and after the game where you have the opportunity to directly interact with Globetrotters stars. Don't miss out - get your tickets today and save 25% off with promo code FUNFAM (less) ... Read more

  SAVE 25% for ALL Harlem Globetrotters Games with promo code FUNFAM

  25% off select tickets with promo code FUNFAM The Original Harlem Globetrotters are preparing for their action packed 2019 tour! Join Globetrotter stars after the game where they will stay …

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  Pirate's Dinner Adventure

  Buena Park

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  WORLD'S MOST UNIQUE & INTERACTIVE DINNER SHOW SAVE! Call (866) 439-2469 and mention code "USFAM17"

     Two-hour live performance featuring an astonishing display of special-effects wizardry, aerial artistry, swashbuckling swordplay and dynamic duels. Four-course feast fit for a pirate king includes Preshow Appetizers, Vegetable Soup or Fresh Garden Salad, Roasted Half Chicken or BBQ Beef Kabobs, Buttery Mashed Potatoes or Caribbean Rice and Fudge Brownie a la mode. Vegetarian and kids meals are available. The meal also includes unlimited soft drinks and complimentary coffee. More than 150 guests have the chance to play an actual role in each show. Conveniently located off the 5 and 91 freeways in the heart of the Buena Park Entertainment Zone just 10 minutes away from the Disneyland Resort and 15 minutes from John Wayne Airport with domestic/international service. Complimentary on-site bus, car and handicapped parking. Fully-enclosed, air-conditioned venue offers two full bars, gift and photo souvenir shops. Received Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor (December 2013). Guests from all over the world are accommodated by a multilingual staff with exceptional customer service. Come Live the Pirate's Life at Pirate's Dinner Adventure California (less) ... Read more

  $34.84 For Adults and $21.84 For Children at Pirates Dinner Adventure

  Come Live the Pirate's Life at Pirate's Dinner Adventure California and SAVE! Call (866) 439-2469 and mention code "USFAM19" at time of purchase. Reservations required. Tax and applicable fe…

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  Watch Ya' Mouth

  Watch Ya' Mouth

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  Watch Ya' Mouth 90s Edition will take you back to a brighter, more simple time when Scrunchies were cool and Marky Mark was a musician. With the 90s bundle, you get twice the content and nostalgia for days! That's tight, yo! VOTED BY FANS: 90's version exists because of YOU! From the company that made Watch Ya' Mouth, the top selling, original, award-winning party card game Watch Ya' Mouth: 90's Edition combines the game play you've come to know and love with the nostalgia of all things 90's Bangin' phrases such as "Billy Ray's Mullet" and "Gameboy" will bring it all back for a night of dope fun! 3-10 players wear cheek retractors and speak out 90's phrases while teammates guess what they are saying Includes 300+ Family-Safe phrases. Great for all ages including kids who are 8+ (less) ... Read more

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  Boomers!

  El Cajon

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  When it comes to fun, Boomers is a blast! Whether you're celebrating a birthday, having a party, doing corporate parties, events and team building, or spending quality time with family and friends, Boomers makes everything easier and hassle free. With attractions like Batting Cages, Miniature Golf, Go Karts, Bumper Boats, Rock Wall, Arcade, and a Kid's County Fair, Boomers is the perfect place for fun!

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  Boomers!

  San Diego

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  When it comes to fun, Boomers is a blast! Whether you're celebrating a birthday, having a party, doing corporate parties, events and team building, or spending quality time with family and friends, Boomers makes everything easier and hassle free. With attractions like Batting Cages, Flame Thrower Thrill Ride, Miniature Golf, Go Karts, Arcade, Bumper Boats and Kid's County Fair, Boomers is the perfect place for fun!

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  Boomers!

  Vista

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  When it comes to fun, Boomers is a blast! Whether you're celebrating a birthday, having a party, doing corporate parties, events and team building, or spending quality time with family and friends, Boomers makes everything easier and hassle free. With attractions like Batting Cages, Miniature Golf, Go Karts, Arcade, Bumper Boats,Laser Tag and Kidopolis, Boomers is the perfect place for fun!

Museums/Zoos

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  Fillmore & Western Railway

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  Fillmore & Western Railway Company (Short Line Enterprises) was founded in 1967

     . Between 1967 & 1972, the company bought, sold and traded locomotives, passenger cars and freight cars (mostly of 19th century origin). The majority of the equipment was acquired from the property departments of 3 major movie studios: MGM, Paramount & 20th Century Fox. This activity, combined with Short Line's experience in buying, selling and evaluating railroad equipment led to the company's emergence as one of the foremost appraisers in America of rolling stock and other railroad related items. It also focused the company on its long-term path of providing movie trains for the film industry. By 1976, Short Line's collection of rolling stock was anything but short. The company moved lock, stock and locomotive, to the Sierra Railroad in Jamestown, California, which provided a better location for film work. It was also close to Sacramento, where principals of Short Line had been engaged by the Califomia Department of Parks and Recreation to supervise restoration of the extensive and historic collection of the California State Railroad Museum. Short Line was also retained as the prime contractor by the Nevada State Museum on restoration projects in Carson City. This series of projects ran from 1979 to 1988, and resulted in the restoration of three derelict steam locomotives and seven 19th Century passenger & freight cars. During this time (1985), Short Line moved its movie operations to Newhall Ranch, placing it within the Hollywood production zone. Between 1985 and 1990, Short Line was used in over seventy feature films, television series and commercials. No Hollywood railroad location had ever amassed that number of credits in such a brief period of time. The track lease was cancelled in 1990 when the Newhall Land and Farming Company decided to develop the surrounding area in a way that was incompatible with movie operations. A search began for a new home of Hollywood's "Movie Trains". All potential sites in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura Counties were explored. The only line that met the specific needs of the film industry was Southern Pacific's Santa Paula Branch in rural Ventura County. The pastoral surroundings of the area also bode suitable for development of a passenger excursion business. The City of Fillmore showed great enthusiasm for the operation of a vintage train in conjunction with the revival of its 1920-era Central Business District. The objective, to create a major visitor destination that features the movie trains, passenger excursions and dinner trains as the master theme for the community redevelopment. The "Movie Trains" found a home and Fillmore became "Train Town". In 1996, Short Line Enterprises became the film division of the Fillmore & Western Railway Company. Operations expanded from movie work and limited passenger trips to regularly scheduled daytime passenger excursions, Saturday and Sunday lunch/dinner trains, holiday train & other specialty trains. The antique trains of Fillmore & Western rolled into the 21st century. They remain highly involved in the magic of movie making, while the company's passenger excursions, dinner trains, private party and corporate event trains provide the means of travel to a bygone era.... (less) ... Read more

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  Madame Tussauds Hollywood

  Los Angeles

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  Located next door to the World Famous Chinese Theatre, Madame Tussauds is Hollywood's newest must-see attraction where you can see, touch and take photos with all of your favorite celebrities! We've taken down the museum-style ropes and poles so that YOU can get up-close and personal with Hollywood's biggest A-listers. Sit down for breakfast with Audrey Hepburn, be the President and take your seat in the Oval Office, ride a bike with everyone's favorite Extraterrestrial friend E.T., and shoot hoops with Kobe Bryant. With over 125 figures, there is something for everyone!

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  Newport Landing Whale Watching

  Newport Beach

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  $16 Whale Watching Cruise

     Newport Landing provides multiple whale watching and dolphin cruises daily year round aboard our specifically built-for-whale-watching ships, the Ocean Explorer and the Legacy. Our cruises depart from Newport Harbor in Newport Beach. Newport Harbor is s surrounded by the famous coastlines of Laguna Beach and Newport Beach. On one of our whale watching cruises you can expect to see dolphins, sea lions, marine birds and, of course, whales. The winter and spring months bring the annual grey whale migration with over 10,000 gray whales participating and the summer and fall months, giant blue whales which migrate into the coastal waters in the hundreds to feed. Along with gray whales and blue whales, see humpback whales, minke whales, finback whales, and many species of dolphin year round. Over 2800 whales were viewed in 2015! Why are there some many whales just outside of Newport Harbor? The answer is the unique marine ecosystem which brings nutrient rich waters very close to shore. The unique ecosystem is so special that a 15 mile state marine protected park was created in 2012 to ensure this rich environment remains for generations to come. Reserve your cruises online at http://www.newportwhales.com/whalewatchingprices.html#reserve or just give us a call at 949-675-0551. (less) ... Read more

  $16 Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise at Newport Landing Whale Watching

  $16 Whale Watching cruise special Multiple cruises daily year round. View giant blue whales, humpback whales, gray whales, and much more. **Click Website Link For Promo & To Reserve

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  San Diego Zoo Safari Park

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  The 1,800-acre San Diego Zoos Wild Animal Park is an expansive wildlife sanctuary operated by the not-for-profit Zoological Society of San Diego.

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  Tiny Tykes

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  TinyTykes Pre-School Soccer Programs - 355 California Programs

     Child development through Challenger's nationally acclaimed innovative pre-school soccer program! TinyTykes is an innovative program, created by childcare specialists that introduces children aged 2 to 5-years to the basic skills of soccer. Both our Cubs (2- 3 years) and our Lions (4-5 years) modules use fundamental soccer activities, games and stories to develop their skills in the following areas: Balance, Agility and Coordination Technical Skills Gross motor skills Physical Development Social skills Self confidence Communication Teamwork