Historic and stately with 1920s charm, this hotel with condos and rooms perches on the shores of Leech Lake's Walker Bay. Dine overlooking the marina, get a massage at the spa, rent a boat to explore one of Minnesota's largest lakes or amble downtown to shop. 502 Cleveland Blvd., Walker; 1-888-242-7306; chaseonthelake.com
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Kids can learn how to program robots, play chess, speak Chinese or dance hip-hop style, among other enrichment options.
