Who cares? I’m on vacation!

I’ve lost track of how many times those words have come out of my mouth. And when I say them, I’m definitely not keeping track of the calories I’m putting in my mouth.

Even the most disciplined fitness junkie can fall off the wagon while traveling. You’re off your schedule. You're surrounded by not-so-healthy foods. You’re just plain tired from all the bustling around.

Photo by Victoria Araj

The following is a guest post by Victoria Araj, writer for Quicken Loans and Managing Editor and Publisher of the Quicken Loans Zing Blog. With degrees from MSU and U of M, her allegiance to the Mitten State is indisputable. She loves politics, decorating, photography, fashion, music and the Detroit Red Wings. With a camera always in-hand, you’ll likely find her snapping photos of Detroit while hanging out with family and friends.

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My friends often say, “Hey, you’re my Detroit connection, what’s going on this weekend?” Or, if they are visiting from out of town I hear, “We’re doing cool stuff when I get there, right?” After hearing this time and again, I wondered if anyone else out there needed help figuring out what to do on any given weekend in Detroit, besides the typical sporting event.

Visit Detroit is ready to help you plan your family reunion in The D. The Motor City, with its riverfront and island parks, green spaces and cultural centers, is a great place to bring the family together. Whether you call Detroit home, or whether you’re returning to your hometown for a visit, the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau (DMCVB) offers a variety of resources to make your reunion one to remember.

With its giant skyline, awe-inspiring autos, sports stadiums and more, Detroit is packed with adventure and excitement for children who are seeing the city for the first time. And for parents and grandparents looking at the Motor City through the eyes of a child, it can be inspiring. Next time your family takes a trip to metro Detroit, consider some of our favorite destinations for children young and old.