"I don't think there's a better family vacation than houseboating on Lake Powell," says Steve Ward, the Director of Public Relations for Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas. And he adds that Lake Powell is the number one houseboating location in the country. The new Antelope Point Resort and Marina outside of Page, Arizona makes this a first-class family destination spot.

Antelope Point has the newest fleet of rental houseboats on the lake, and every one is filled with the comforts of home with everything a family could want - in addition to the beautiful scenery afforded boaters on Lake Powell. There are refrigerators, grills, ovens, central AC and heat, queen sized beds, and even TV/VCR/DVD units in most of the houseboats. Casually cruising on the water is a fun way to explore the wonders of Lake Powell, which has more shoreline than the entire west coast. Granted, much of this is not accessible with a houseboat, but you'll be amazed at the awe-inspiring scenery you'll encounter while on the lake. Rainbow Bridge is not too far away, and everywhere you turn you'll find spectacular scenery. Grab a jet ski or wave runner, or even some water skis for a really memorable experience.

The marina is constructing the country's largest floating platform, which will house restaurants - including an ice cream shop - and stores. And, get this, if you have a houseboat there, you can get your meals delivered to your boat. Talk about luxury. This place is amazing. Antelope Point Marina will eventually have an RV Park, Hotel, the new Marina Village, and plenty of space to dock your boat. And don't forget about the very spacious houseboats you can rent. This is the ultimate in family vacationing.

When you tire of being on the water - it could happen - visit nearby Page, a cute town with plenty to see and do. The Lake Powell National Golf Course is the only five star course in the country with green fees less than $100. If you golf, this is the course for you. There are picturesque spots along the way, but the course itself is a golfer's delight.

Page offers families a variety of activities, including an interesting dinosaur tour, horseback riding, a Navajo Village Heritage Center where visitors are immersed into the Navajo culture in which children play a big part, and much more. If you're not too adventurous, you can take a calm float trip down the river that doesn't include any of those annoying white rapids. And, for a really fun excursion take the Slot Canyon Hummer Adventure. You'll be safe and comfy in a 4-wheel drive Hummer as you travel over steep roads and sand dunes to an unnamed (as of this writing) slot canyon where you'll explore the remarkable formation before returning back to the city. It is one of my most memorable experiences in Page, and something kids (of all ages) especially enjoy.

The Days Inn and Suites provides comfortable rooms for all its visitors, and the nearby Fiesta Mexicana restaurant offers first class food at a nominal price.

Page is a fairly new city. It was born when the Glen Canyon Dam Project began in 1957. The Dam formed Lake Powell, and the rest is history. The Glen Canyon National Recreation Area has been a family vacation spot for over 40 years, and with the new marina and other activities in the area, this is truly a destination for families year after year.

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