Deciding on a family vacation can be tricky?from balancing work schedules to nailing down kid?s camp dates to who?s going to feed the cat while you?re gone. But according to data collected by Airbnb, more and more families are making the trip to these five family-friendly spots in the east. The best part" You don?t need a passport.
Photo: Courtesy of Niagara Falls Tourism
1. Port Colborne, Ont.
Located on Lake Erie in the Niagara region, Port Colborne offers a host of tourist attractions, including the Port Colborne Historical and Marine Museum and the famed Welland Canal. The town?s annual Canal Days festival in August features tall ships, fireworks, and a kite festival. Port Colborne is also home to the Clarence Street bridge, built in 1929 and one of only a few remaining lift bridges on the canal. If you?re travelling with kids aged 8 and up, consider booking a 1 hour local walking tour of nearby Niagara Falls and surrounding area offered from the unique perspective of a local. Highlights include a tour of a monastery built in 1894, along with the host?s favourite aerial views of the Horseshoe Falls. Bottled water and snacks are provided. Photo: Courtesy of airbnb
Where to stay:

This impressive 3-bedroom 2.5 bath beachside Lake Erie Retreat boasts spectacular views and houses up to eight guests. The home?s open concept layout and outdoor patios, decks and pristine private beach make it the perfect spot for an extended family hang. Bonus marks for fireplaces in the...