Wow sounds like an amazing trip, and on a couple of your ventures you aren’t too far from me!!!! I have a swimming pool in the back yard, however not as exciting as the big apple or captains!! 
I hope you and your family have a fantastic time..
As for me, well I would say that just coming back from Vegas was my vacation, even though I spent the majority of it working and doing wonderful things during the Gaming Life Expo, and the WSOP opening days it was still an adventure to say the least. I got the opportunity to meet some professional poker players, see some amazing sites and party with some great friends!! It was a wonderful week and I cant wait to go to Vegas again!!