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1. Hudson Valley, NY (e.g. Hudson, Rhinebeck, Kingston)
Why it works:

Drivable for Albany, Boston, and DC friends.

Airports: Albany, Stewart (SWF), or even NYC area airports (~1 hr).

LAX Flights: Stewart Airport (SWF) and NYC airports have direct flights to LAX.

Kid-friendly: Splash pads, farms, small zoos, hikes, and kid museums (e.g. Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum).

Vibe: Farmhouse rentals, stylish inns, or resorts with pools. Walkable towns with cute cafes and upscale restaurants.

Pros: Super charming towns, very family-friendly, lots of nature and rain-day alternatives.
Cons: You’ll need to double-check which airports have reliable direct LAX flights.

2. Southern Maine (e.g. Kennebunkport, Ogunquit, or Portland suburbs)
Why it works:

Drivable for Boston and Albany.

Airports: Portland (PWM) is ~1 hr from many southern coastal towns.

Flights: LAX has seasonal direct flights to Portland.

Kid-friendly: Beaches, tide pools, aquariums, trolley rides, mini golf, and small-town fun.

Adults night: Plenty of top-notch seafood and wine bars in Portland or local towns.

Pros: Beach + small-town New England charm; delicious food; easy to entertain the whole crew.
Cons: Rental availability can get tight in summer; plan early.

3. Lake George / Adirondacks, NY
Why it works:

Close for Albany, reasonable drive for DC and Boston.

Airports: Albany International (1 hr).

LAX flights: Albany has connecting options, but may require one stop.

Kid-friendly: Lake cruises, water parks, nature centers, hiking, and plenty of beach/pool options.

Lodging: Rent a big lake house or cabin resort with shared amenities and pool access.

Pros: Nature, water, and tons of family activities; many rental options.
Cons: Less of a "town" feel than others unless you’re near Lake George village.

4. Charlottesville, VA / Blue Ridge Region
Why it works:

Easy drive for DC, doable flight or drive for others.

Airports: Charlottesville-Albemarle (CHO); 1 hr from Richmond (RIC) or even Dulles (IAD).

Flights: Direct LAX flights to Dulles or Richmond.

Kid-friendly: Farms, petting zoos, kid museums, nature trails, pool clubs, etc.

Adult fun: Wineries, great restaurants, scenic views.

Pros: Elegant but chill, wine country with family activities.
Cons: Less built-up for rainy-day kid activities compared to others.

5. Cape Cod (e.g. Falmouth, Harwich, or Sandwich)
Why it works:

Drivable for Boston, Albany; DC is longer but could fly into Providence (PVD) or Boston.

LAX flights: Direct to Boston and PVD.

Kid-friendly: Beaches, playgrounds, kids' museums, ferry rides, mini golf.

Towns: Cute walkable villages with family and upscale dining options.

Lodging: Large vacation homes with pools are common, but book early.

Pros: Quintessential summer vacation with lots for all ages.
Cons: Traffic in summer; book early to avoid crowds.[/quote]

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