If you think you can't take the kids to Europe, think again.  Check out CiaoBambino a family vacation planning and travel guide.  This website reviews family friendly properties in Italy, France, England and Spain and categorizes them into four age categories:

• Baby Ready (0-1)
• Toddler Fun (1-4)
• School Age Action (4-13)
• Cool for Teens (13-18)

Great pictures of the properties and kid friendly descriptions like: "Beach is rocky - it is best if kids have water shoes."