I have created a new category called "Have kids, will travel". Now that summer is upon us, I cannot help but give parents special treament by focusing a bit on what they might need to keep those hyperactive kids busy. An idea or two on what to do for the coming summer family holidays.

Something like this...

Parents would be glad to know that several tourist attractions are offering reduced rates.

Hand-in-hand with Monroe Parks & Recreation Department, Wisconsin Parks and Recreation Association are offering great prices for the following attractions:

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor Waterpark (1 and 2 day passes), Noah's Ark, Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park (formerly Family Land), Circus World Museum, Milwaukee County Zoo, Dells Boat Tours, Dell Jet Boats, Riverview Park & Waterworld, House on the Rock, Tommy Bartlett Thrill Show & Robot World & Exploratory, Pirates' Cove Adventure Golf, Original Wisconsin Ducks, Wild Thing Jet Boat Ride, Dell Army WWII Duck Rides, Bristol Renaissance Faire, Cave of the Mounds/Little Norway.

Tickets are now available (until Labor Day) at the Monroe Parks and Recreation Department.

Detailed price offers listed here.