Planning a vacation when you're a family with young children can be stressful and difficult, starting with the destination. If you have older kids in addition to wee ones, it gets even more complicated. You might think it's impossible to choose a vac

Try these travel destinations for families for more fun than frustration:

Smuggler's Notch - Jeffersonville, Vermont: From teen programs to babysitting services and children's lessons, this ski resort has all the bases covered. Voted the #1 family resort by Ski Resort Magazine.

Deer Valley Resorts - Park City, Utah: Another great location for a winter vacation on the other side of the country and #1 resort, Deer Valley Resorts also accommodates families with children from a wide range of ages.

Assateague Island National Seashore - Chincoteague, Virginia: The family will totally enjoy the wild horses and miles of beach on this fabulous vacation on the shore of the Atlantic.

Sanibel Island - Sanibel Island, Florida: Not only does this vacation destination offer lovely white beaches, it is also a nature preserve with a plethora of wildlife so exciting for children to explore, including dolphins and bird-watching.

Tyler Place Family Resort - Highgate Springs, Vermont: An all-inclusive family resort, the entire family will find activities suitable for every age group.

Inn at East Hill Farm - Troy, New Hampshire: There are so many year-round fun activities here, you may have to plan more than one visit.

Rocking Horse Ranch - Highland, New York: Bungee jumping, horse adventures and a fabulous water park are just some of the activities at this family vacation destination designed for all ages.

Bluffdale Vacation Farm - Eldred, Illinois: In the heart of the Midwest, this dude ranch was voted by Parent's Magazine as one of the top ten family resorts in North America.

Great Wolf Lodge - Several locations: No matter what time of year, you and the family can enjoy one of the best indoor waterparks in the world. Twelve different locations from which to choose.

Bar Lazy J Ranch - Parshall, Colorado: Catering to families, this is a perfect family destination for those who love the outdoors.

Children's Museum of Indianapolis- With tons of cool dinosaurs, a planetarium and a mission to create extraordinary learning experiences across the arts, sciences, and humanities, the Children's Museum of Indianapolis is a must on family vacations where you'll be passing through Indianapolis.

It may seem impossible to plan a family vacation that accommodates all age ranges, but it's much easier than you think. These vacation spots are focused on providing a safe, convenient and fun time for families, and by thinking outside the box, you can have a great family vacation without any of the frustration or stress.