Fodor’s Travel recently announced the launch of a new series of guidebooks written for children and families to use when exploring America’s most iconic cities. Called Fodor’s Family, the guides include reviews of kid-friendly activities, accommodations, cultural activities, entertainment venues, dining, shopping and outdoor activities.

The guides are written by a long-time resident and parent of each particular city which gives the travel guide its own unique flavor, detail and insight only a local could offer. Detailed maps, recommendation-packed lists and charts found in Fodor’s Gold Guides are also included in the Fodor’s Family books. These features aide children and parents in maximizing their vacation time when using the guide.

Pretty groovy features each travel guidebook includes:
• Parently Practicalities: Sights and activities come with age-appropriateness ranges, children’s admission prices, family-friendly hotel amenities, and transportation and packing tips.

• Neighborhood Top 5 Lists: The best spots for kids by area come with neighborhood charts to help locate family essentials like snack spots, ice cream places, bathrooms and playgrounds.

• Treasure Maps: Each city includes a themed map allowing kids to find the film locations of some of their favorite movies, or statues of the famous men on our currency…or more!

• Family Fun: A separate chapter lays out games for fun on the go and for distraction while waiting in lines or in the car plus smart travel tips specific to families.

And, each guidebook is in a small, portable trim size making it hassle-free while out and about in the city. Fodor’s Family guides are currently available for New York, Boston, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. with more to come.

Fodor’s Travel has been providing accurate travel information for more than 70 years and covers over 300 destinations across the globe and written by a team of more than 700 writers. Visit Fodors.com to find the right guidebook for your family vacation and be sure to check out the hot vacation deals available now.