Family-Friendly Summer Travel Bargainsby Michele Cheplic | More from this Blogger 12 Jun 2008 09:50 PM Whether you're interested in spending quality family time getting up close to an endangered Amur leopard or you prefer ferrying around the waterways around the beautiful state of Maine these next summer travel deals will allow you to do so without going broke in the process. Take a look: MAINE Casco, Maine is known by the locals as the world's most charming city by the bay. And during the summer months it becomes a haven for families who love to explore in the great outdoors. You can start in Portland's historic downtown with its fascinating side streets; browse for local produce in the city's public market; or indulge in one the outstanding local restaurants; but don't forget to leave plenty of time to take in the natural surroundings. The Casco Bay ferry allows visitors the chance to watch the daily mail run for a steal--the round-trip cost for the three-hour tour, which visits various bay islands, is just $13. As far as getting to Maine, right now JetBlue is offering $79 one-way fares from several East Coast cities through July 30, 2008. WISCONSIN Wisconsin is not all about beer and cheese. Take a trip to the Northwoods and you will be treated to incredible views of Lake Superior, with its rugged, awesome coastline. Or visit the world's largest waterparks in the Wisconsin Dells area. Your options are seemingly endless when you fly into Central Wisconsin Airport in Wausau. American Airlines just began new service to Wausau's Central Wisconsin Airport and is currently offering a slew of incredible introductory fares. For example, people who live in Tampa can fly up north for as little as $186 round-trip. The low intro fares end on August 1, 2008. MINNESOTA If you are fascinated by endangered animals then consider heading to Minnesota this summer. Yes, Minnesota. On Saturday the zoo will open a $23.6 million exhibit with endangered Amur leopards and other animals that originated in eastern Russia. Zoo officials say it is the first time any zoo has dedicated an exhibit to Russia's Far East. The new display is called Russia's Grizzly Coast and concentrates on three regions - Primorsky Krai, the Kamchatka Peninsula and the Kuril Islands. Features include three Amur leopards, three grizzly bears, 10 wild boars and four sea otters. According to zoo officials, only about 30 such leopards are believed to be alive in the world today. The Minnesota Zoo is located in Apple Valley, a 15-minute drive south of the Minneapolis-St. Paul airport. Parking costs $5; the admission fee is $8 for ages 3-12, $14 for ages 13-64 and $9 for ages 65 and older. Related Articles: More Incredible Summer Airfare Bargains Why Cash Strapped Families Should Vacation in Canada this Summer Sizzling Summer Airfare Bargains Saving on Summer Travel--More Southern Bargains Summer Travel: Saving Money Down South Where to Get an Affordable Summer Tan Summer Travel 2008-Gas Tank Getaways Part 2 Summer Travel 2008--Gas Tank Getaways Summer Travel: Unique Ways to Save Money on Gas Saving on Summer Travel-It is Possible Part 2 Saving on Summer Travel--It is Possible Cash Strapped? Check Out These California Travel Packages Kid-Friendly Hotels Getting Friendlier Fueling Your Summer Vacation with Gas Savers Learn more about Michele Cheplic  Michele Cheplic was born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, but now lives in Wisconsin. Michele graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Journalism. Relevanttravel tags User Comments No comments on this article yet. Be the first to comment! Community Tags family travel, Minnesota, maine, summer travel, Wisconsin Discuss this article
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