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Colonial Williamsburg adds some bounce
TripAdvisor recently named Williamsburg, Va., the number one US family-friendly vacation spot in its 2011 Traveler’s Choice Family Awards. Colonial Williamsburg offers interactive programs with hands-on activities such as weaving and cabinet-making; a street theater program about the Revolutionary War; and storytelling, ghost tours, and visits to area museums. Its Spring Bounce Package through June 16 starts at $305 per night for a family of four, including unlimited general admission to Colonial Williamsburg’s art museums and historic area, Busch Gardens, and Water Country USA. Some restrictions apply.
800-447-8679, www.colonialwilliamsburg.com
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- Anne Fitzgerald, Globe Travel Editor
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- Eric Wilbur, Boston.com staff
- Kari Bodnarchuk writes about outdoor adventures, offbeat places, and New England.
- Patricia Borns, a frequent contributor to Globe Travel, writes and photographs travel, maritime, and historical narratives as well as blogs and books.
- Patricia Harris, a regular contributor to Globe Travel, is author or co-author of more than 20 books on travel, food, and popular culture.
- Paul E. Kandarian, a frequent contributor to Globe Travel, writes and photographs New England and Caribbean stories.
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- David Lyon, a regular contributor to Globe Travel, is author or co-author of more than 20 books on travel, food, and popular culture.
- Hilary Nangle is a regular contributor to Globe Travel. Her latest guidebook is Moon Maine (Avalon Travel, 2008)
- Joe Ray, a frequent contributor to Globe Travel, writes and photographs food and travel stories from Europe.
- Kimberly Sherman writes about unique happenings throughout New England.
