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The Summer Vacation Issue, June 2009
 Dear Traveler,
This year has been a bit of a roller coaster ride and we're seeing more families signing-up later than usual. Apparently getting caught without summer family vacation plans can creep up before you know it.
Fortunately, Backroads still has a few great options for you to choose from, whether you're ready to bike among châteaux in France or camp under the stars in Yellowstone & the Tetons.
Here are our top five picks for families this summer:
Yellowstone & Tetons Multisport: Bike, Hike, Raft & Kayak the Best of Wyoming
 This family adventure features activities galore and a pair of action-packed national parks: Yellowstone—where geysers gush skyward—and Grand Teton, home to moose, elk and dazzling lakes tucked beneath jagged peaks. As you and your kids bike, hike, raft and kayak, you'll be mesmerized by nature's many marvels.
Choose Casual Inns or Deluxe Camping
Bryce, Zion & Grand Canyon Multisport: Bike & Hike in the Southwest
 Big-time fun on a big-time scale is yours for the taking as you explore the timeless natural playgrounds of the Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion. Your family will be amazed by the otherworldly rock formations and the spectacular vistas. With plenty of activity options and free time to explore at your leisure, this is a fantastic journey for the whole family!
Choose Casual Inns or Deluxe Camping
Canadian Rockies Multisport: Bike, Hike & Raft in Banff & Jasper National Parks
 This spectacular family adventure explores two of Canada's most stunning national parks: Banff and Jasper. Pedal past glaciers inching their way down the faces of mighty peaks, hike to lakes in crayon-box hues of blue and green, and then take to the water on an easygoing raft trip. And throughout the journey, delight in abundant wildlife sightings of moose, elk, bighorn sheep and mountain goats.
Choose Premiere Inns, Casual Inns or Deluxe Camping
Maine Multisport: Bike, Walk & Sea Kayak Penobscot Bay & Acadia National Park
 Enjoy Maine's unique New England charm as you bike, hike and kayak past hidden coves and weathered fishing villages. With special outings designed especially for kids and grown-ups, the entire family will be talking about the trip for years to come. "Why go West," asked legendary writer Henry David Thoreau, "when Maine has everything?"
Choose Premiere Inns or Deluxe Camping
Loire Valley Biking: Summer Fun in France
 Backroads invites you and your family to explore one of France's most elegant corners - the regal Loire Valley - from the seat of a bicycle. Pedal alongside famous vineyards and sunflower fields and visit fairy-tale castles whose walls harbor secrets of political intrigue and lavish soirées. Here, your two-wheeled efforts are richly rewarded as history comes alive before your eyes.
Choose Premiere Inns or Casual Inns
View the full list of Family Trips.
Easy to Please Everyone We've figured out a whole range of daily activities designed to engage everyone, so each family member can choose what appeals the most. And parents can stop worrying about being decision-makers—or worse, mediators—and instead enjoy the time together.
Easy to Save On Family Trips, kids receive the following tiered discounts when sharing a room/tent with two adults: 75% off for kids 2 and under, 40% off for ages 3-6, 20% off for ages 7-10 and 10% off for ages 11-16. For full details view our family pricing.
Easy to Book Your Backroads Trip Consultants are available 7 days a week, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT, to answer your questions. Or, reserve online by clicking the "RESERVE THIS TRIP" link on each itinerary page.
There's still time to make your 2009 family trip the best ever.
Happy trails,
Tom Hale
Founder and President
P.S. Remember, Backroads takes care of all the details so you can spend quality time with your family. Give us a call and make your 2009 summer family trip a reality.
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Call: 800-462-2848 or contact your travel agent.