Hilton Head Island may be just 12 miles long and 5 miles wide, but it is densely packed with tons of family-friendly activities and attractions. Named one of the Best Beaches in the country, Hilton Head Island beaches are miles of sugar-soft, clean sand with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Bring the entire family to enjoy some healthy, fun outdoors activity in one of the most beautiful vacation getaways in the country. Book accommodations at one of the many living accommodations, hotels or Hilton Head rentals and turn your vacation into a "stay-cation."

If you are a parent, then you surely have heard from your kids at some point the plaintive complaint, "I'm bored!" A vacation on Hilton Head Island is so packed with activities for the family that kids will be overwhelmed by the options. Just try to stop them from storming the beach when you first arrive! You'll feel like a kid again yourself watching your children race on the flat sand, build elaborate sand castles, or jump in the ocean. If you stay at a Hilton Head rental with access to the beach, then your kids will have safe, 24/7 access to the fun- and you'll be grateful you don't have to haul everything to and fro and struggle to find parking space each time you head to the beach.

If you manage to drag your kids away from the beach, there are plenty of other options. Your Hilton Head rental may have a pool or tennis facilities. Or if your kids can't take their eyes off the water, take them out sailing or kayaking! There are various coves and attraction sites with boat or kayak rentals. You can also take a marine guided tour and possibly see some sea turtles or bottlenose dolphins.

For the extremely active children (and what children aren't just buzzing with energy?) you can rent bikes and take your own bike tour. Hilton Head Island is highly accessible by bike or foot. There are over 50 miles of parks, nature trails, and forest preserves to explore. Bike or walk from your Hilton Head rental into town- some accommodations are located convenient to the downtown area- and enjoy shopping and fine dining...or the old fashioned ice cream sundae for your overheated, overexcited young ones.

Hilton Head Island has cultural and educational activities that the kids will enjoy, too. Visit the Harbour Town Lighthouse and climb to the top for an unforgettable view. Be sure to see the kid-friendly Coastal Discovery Museum, or The Sandbox Interactive Museum that encourages kids to touch the displays. Keep an eye out for local events that may be happening during your visit. You just might stumble upon a car show, food festival, or arts and craft fair.

The best part of visiting Hilton Head Island is the fact that despite it being one of the top family vacation destinations, there are no garish colored buildings or loud atmosphere like some over-developed family vacation spots. You'll genuinely feel like you're at a resort, which is a relief for the tired parents, while the kids still find lots to do. Staying in a Hilton Head rental also adds to the "resort" atmosphere; you'll be glad for that extra space when you all retire to separate rooms at night.

Consider Hilton Head Island for your next family vacation destination. The right sized accommodation to fit your needs is as easy as calling Hilton Head Rentals. Enjoy your stay with one of the many sports or outdoors activities. Your kids will love it and so will you!