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The holiday season is full of gifts, parties, family and fun all around. Family members have vacation time to use, and children are off on break. So what can you do to keep the dreaded "boredom" and ultra high wiggles out of the house? Check out these seven fun activities to stimulate your loved ones and keep making memories that will last all year long.
Roar dinosaur
Learning is never boring when you're at The Natural History Museum of Utah and learning about dinosaurs, ecosystems, geography, and Utah's prehistoric past. Your kids will love the fossils, native tribal relics and asking all kinds of questions. See the deal
Ball, pins and lasers
Hearing the ping of a bowling ball knock down the pins brings a cheer to friendly festivity. Enjoy Boondocks Food and Fun that will bring your family together with laser tag quests, bowling, and other activities. Full of smiles, your little ones will dash from one adventure to the next. See the deal
Soar to new heights
Give in to your inner child that used to spread his or her arms in flight like an airplane. Only this time, hop aboard an actual Skyhawk plane with Bountiful Flight. This small airplane ride will thrill the inner child with a breathtaking view of the Salt Lake Valley, and a crash course in flying where a trained instructor will help you learn the basics of flight and let you take over the controls. See the deal
Bread twists and glow golf
Whether the kids are antsy for something awesome to entertain them at lunchtime, or dinnertime, this deal is perfect for a family outing. Fat Cats and Pizza Factory in Salt Lake have your family covered with a round of glow golf, and a food package that is sure to please any pizza lover. See the deal
Jumping paradise
Dodgeball on tramps? A holiday break with trampolines couldn't be more entertaining to a child, especially when there is so much more to enjoy than just jumping up and down. Get Air Hang Time in Orem offers a dreamland of a playground with a rope swing, dodgeball, and even slamball basketball on tramps. Don't forget the foam pits, they magically light up every child's smile. See the deal
Arcade powerups all year
So this won't be the only break that kids can potentially be bored. Satisfy their thirst for fun with a season pass to Toad's Fun Zone. Not only can they enjoy arcade games at a discount, but other unlimited activities during the winter or summer. Get your game on! See the deal
Quick northern escape
Take a quick trip north on a family getaway that is sure to please the whole family. Bear Lake Lodging has you covered on your stay with a gorgeous condo that includes a full kitchen for your everyday needs. Then enjoy the discounts on equipment rentals, ski passes and local restaurants that will keep your family making memories out on the slopes and around the dinner table. See the deal