A family vacation is sure to be a lot of fun. However, we also know that the better the trip is planned, the easier it is to get there. The easiest way to get there is when a wonderful trip is planned for you! Below you will find destinations in Vaasa that are certainly suitable for the whole family. Brisk activities and sweet dreams Tropiclandia's pools and slides tire out even the most energetic offspring, and lounging in the warm waters is great practice for mindfulness Tropiclandia | Kesäpolku 1, Vaasa | Distance from the center of Vaasa 2.5 km The city's numerous playgrounds offer free activities for children of all ages. It is more relaxing to stay at the hotel when you know that the sounds of children will not disturb other guests and the service takes into account even small guests. In case of bad weather you don't have to leave the hotel at all, because everything from the hot springs of the tropics to meals suitable for children is can be found under the same roof: Scandic Waskia | Lemmenpolku 3, Vaasa | Distance from the center of Vaasa 2.5 km Shopping for the whole family at Rewell The renewed shopping center also has a play area for the smallest shoppers Shopping center Rewell | Ylätori 2, Vaasa See the twin city onboard Wasalinen A sudden departure abroad couldn't get much easier: the world's most environmentally friendly passenger ship M/S Aurora Botnia cruises over the Blatic Sea in three and a half hours. Northern Sweden's Umeå is a lively cultural city, whose interesting museums, restaurants and a variety of entertainment for the whole family will entice you to visit again and again. Vasal Terminal | Laivanvarustajankatu 6, 65170 Vaasa | Distance from the center of Vaasa 3.2 km Trip to Ähtäri zoo Even though there's plenty to see in the city, you shouldn't forget all the other nice things the region has to offer. There is enough to do in Ähtäri for several days: relaxing in the spa or the brand new Sauna Restaurant Kiulu are the best ways to calm down after padel, bowling or golf. Those who are hungry for art will find a wide variety of art and museums in the downtown area. The crown jewels of the animal park are, of course, the big pandas Snow and Pyry, known throughout the country. Ähtäri Zoo | Karhunkierros 150, Ähtäri | Distance from the center of Vaasa 164 km The travel tips were originally published on the Vaasa.fi website. Read more great tips for your trip to Vaasa! Article photo: Mikael Matikainen.