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Downtown Baltimore Hotel Unveils List of Family Vacation Destinations

Created by a Baltimore native and “Navigator,” the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel's list of top 10 attractions guides Baltimore family vacations to fun.

Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) July 18, 2011

No one loves Baltimore more than John Dumler, so he's perfectly suited for his job as “Lead Navigator” at the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel . The recently launched "Navigator By Renaissance®" concept introduces a well-connected local insider to share their recommendations on all the fun and exciting things to do, and where to go to seek out undiscovered experiences. Now, thanks to this list, guests staying at this downtown Baltimore hotel can experience the best Maryland's largest city has to offer.

As a fifth generation Baltimorean, John learned to love the city's history and heritage from his parents and grandparents. He is well-acquainted with the area, its attractions and its residents. Because everyone can't live in the great city of Baltimore, John loves to show guests the best places in Baltimore to sip, savor, shop and see. After working with the Inner Harbor hotel team, his recently revealed personal recommendations include not only the top tourist spots, but also places that won't be found in any guidebook and some that even locals might not know about.

Baltimore family vacations flourish throughout the year. The vibrant Inner Harbor and surrounding neighborhoods offer a fantastic playground of sporting venues, historical sites, hands-on museums, family-friendly dining and entertainment, and much more.

John shares his Top 10 attractions for families in Baltimore that will delight kids of all ages: The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore: Home to more than 1,500 birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles displayed in natural settings replicating their native habitats. Featured programs include the Polar Bear Watch, Breakfast with the Animals, Feed a Giraffe, and the award winning Children's Zoo.

Urban Pirates: Pick a pirate name, don some pirate gear, learn a few pirate expressions like “shiver me timbers” and begin a pirate adventure aboard the pirate ship Fearless, which sails from the waterfront in Historic Fells Point.

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine: Site of the Battle of Baltimore during the War of 1812 that inspired Francis Scott Key to write “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Tour the historic buildings, armories and battlegrounds. A daily flag changing ceremony and special holiday programs are conducted at the fort.

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Figuring out some of the best travel and leisure family vacations is hard to do. Going on vacation with children, especially young children, can be a hassle. What is the easiest way of getting there, are there activities for everyone in the family, are there resources that allow you to be able to go off without the kids (if you'd want to) and is it reasonably priced? 1. Orlando, Florida - Orlando is known as the theme park capital of the world! Along with Disney World and Universal Studios (which houses the new Harry Potter theme park), there are also water parks and hotels with "beach pools" in this land locked city for everyone to enjoy a day on the beach. Disney World usually has deals for families no matter what time of the year it is. For great Orlando vacation package deals click here. 2. Cancun and Mayan Riviera - a two for one deal. The two are extremely accessible to one another; can easily make a day trip to whichever you don't stay in. Cancun's 25-kilometer Hotel Zone has shopping, dining, urban pleasures and beaches. Although very crowded, Cancun also has slightly more secluded areas like Club Med Cancun Yucatan on the end of a peninsula. The Mayan Riviera is a bit more low-key and has Mayan ruins, snorkeling and an Xcaret eco-theme park. Keep in mind the exchange rate. 4. Williamsburg, Virginia - Williamsburg is a secret treasure of the east coast that combines history with roller coasters! Busch Gardens and Water Country USA are two theme parks just outside the city. The city itself has actors and volunteers portraying people from over 200 years ago, bringing you back to an age right before the American Revolution. 5. Arizona - Usually overlooked for vacationers by its neighboring states of California and Nevada, Arizona offers just as much for family vacation travel for half the price. Monument Valley, the Colorado River, Lake Powell and the Grand Canyon are breathtaking natural beauties where the family can learn about the native Navajo as well as have exciting raft rides. There are also dude ranches and the Wild West for those young children who want to grow up to be a cowboy. 6. Myrtle Beach and South Carolina - Myrtle Beach is the most widely visited place in South Carolina. It borders 60 miles of beaches called the Great Strand. Although one of the most visited places in America, it is a budget and child-friendly place; many of the hotels have activities for children. Theme parks and a boardwalk add to the excitement of this small town city.

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