by Jodie Kaine

Created on: July 06, 2007

Children dream of going to Disney land, no argument. An overwhelming majority of children would pick amusement resorts over a nature expedition. The question, which vacation type is better? From an educational, family oriented, adventure perspective, nature vacations are best.

If one were to ask what foods are better for children, fruit or candy? A similar argument could be applied. Amusement park resorts will definitely give the kids a thrill and they will be entertained, but for how long? Like a sugar hit from candy, amusement parks are very exciting with rides to give the kids an adrenalin rush, and favorite characters to meet and maybe have their photo taken with them.

Nature vacations can be a dull experience for some children, usually accompanied by either uninspired or worn out parents lacking the enthusiasm, energy or imagination to ensure the vacation was planned to include the fun factor. This could range from scuba diving or camping in the wilderness to visiting a wildlife sanctuary or a picnic at the beach. Fortunately for parent's convenience, amusement resort holidays have taken care of all the details. You just have to show up, and pay the bill at the end. Would you like to up-size your deluxe package?

Rather than lining up for a hot dogs and soda in between rides and amusements, a family could spend the day hiking in beautiful countryside, exploring or having a relaxing time with spectacular views and a packed lunch. Such physical activities will elate the entire family, as a day, without television, cell phones, computers and other modern day trappings will be revelatory for all involved. The satisfaction gained by such a physical and bonding adventure would stay with the children and parents well past the fading memories of last summer's blockbuster movie ride from the resort vacation

Many of our natural wonders and their natural residents, the flora and fauna, may not be accessible or even in existence for the next generation of children to even consider taking their children to in years to come. As such many nature memories are priceless. Fortunately for amusement resorts, they are not in danger of extinction as long as patrons keep supporting amusement resorts, shareholders will continue to provide them.

Be warned! Nature vacations will be educational, parents as well as children will learn new things. Nature is diverse. Interacting with each other in a natural non-commercial environment will provide a stark contrast to our busy suburban lives.

Nature vacations can be as adventurous or relaxing as the family desires. They just require more imagination, planning, involvement, patience and interaction than the convenience of the amusement resort vacation with the generic, prepackaged thrill a minute, until you burst experience.

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