Guest blogger, Alan, shares his list for 10 trips great trips for families. They’re all places kids will love. How many have you visited?

1. Niagara Falls, N.Y.

 Situated on the border between the United States and Canada, this is a great American treasure. The America side is called American Falls, the Canadian side is called Horseshoe Falls. There is an IMAX Theatre you can’t miss which has a stunning film about the falls.

On the Canadian side: The Dinner Theater is a good place to visit with the kids. You can enjoy a meal while you take in the family entertainment.

Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory: This is a short drive away in Queenstown Heights. You’ll be able to view thousands of different types of butterflies.

Niagara-on-the-Lake: Consider taking the drive to Niagara-on-the-Lake. Considered by many to be the prettiest town in Canada, the drive allows you to take in the scenery, and the tour only takes around 30 minutes.

2. Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, Fla.

 Walt Disney World is the largest, most visited resort in the world. It spans more than 25,000 acres. Walt Disney Resort is a must-do at least once in your lifetime. There are massive queues for some of the attractions and some parts need updating, but it’s an experience that you and your kids will never forget.

3. Grand Canyon National Park, Ariz.

 This is the largest canyon in the United States spanning over 277 miles and is 18 miles wide. There are many different ways you can explore the canyon by train, plane, or helicopter tour.

4. USS Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

If you want to educate your kids on a little bit of history and hit the beach in one trip, then head to Hawaii. Pearl Harbor is history that our children should never forget.

A guided tour of the ship will keep your kids happy.

5. The Star Toys Museum, Baltimore, Md.

Carrying over 12,000 items, this is Thomas Atkinson’s collection of all the best “Star Wars” memorabilia. You have to make an appointment to get the tour but admission is free. It’s a non-profit organization; however, donations are accepted.

6. Yellowstone National Park, Wyo.

Sleep under the stars at one of the best places to camp in all 50 states. Yellowstone, the first national park in the U.S., has many different types of wildlife in the park to view and photograph. You might even run into a bear or two. Yellowstone is also known for it geysers, including the most popular attraction, Old Faithful.

The kids can apply to be junior rangers. A visit to the IMAX Theatre is also a good idea to see the park up close from a unique perspective captured on film.

7. The National Zoo, Washington, DC

 This 167-acre zoological park has more than 4,000 animals and 500 different types of species, including pandas. Admission is free but parking is $20. Be sure to check out the kid’s farm area.

 8. Civil War Battlefields, Gettysburg, Pa.

Getting a sense of the history of the United States is so much easier when you can actually stand where history was made—including walking on the battlefield. This was the scene of the war’s bloodiest battle and the location of Abraham Lincoln’s famous speech. Trips like this give the kids a much better perspective of our country’s history and they will love the moving tributes at this site.

9. Mount Rushmore, S.D.

One of the most famous man-made attractions is Mount Rushmore. It represents the first 150 years of American history. The four presidents carved into the side of mountain are George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.

If visiting during the evening, don’t miss the lighting ceremony.

10. The Statue of Liberty, New York City, N.Y.

Probably the most famous landmark in America, every kid should make at least one visit to this remarkable symbol of freedom. Make sure you get out to Liberty Island and climb the stairs to the 10th floor observatory. The boat also stops at the Ellis Island Immigration Museum which is a welcomed bonus.

Alan Murray is the webmaster for http://www.baby-names.tv/ . The site has a lot of information on more than just baby names, including pregnancy, breastfeeding, and much more (Check out pregnancy info HERE.).

Question: What would you add to the list?

Note: Short on cash? Check out these tips for great travel savings from last week.