Caribbean Northern and Eastern: Away for the Holidays, Sunshine, Beaches and Surf.
Pack the flip flops and head for the Caribbean with your kids. There is a lot to be said for leaving chilly gray winter days and stepping off a plane and on to a soft sandy beach; exchanging a pine tree for a palm tree and mittens for sunscreen. There will be no scarcity of holiday spirit. It will just be translated with sea breezes and an aqua blue ocean. From Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic to the Bahamas’ secret beaches, celebrate Christmas with a tropical twist.
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Southern and Western Caribbean: Away for the Holidays, Sunshine, Beaches and Surf.
Pack the flip flops and head for the Caribbean with your kids. There is a lot to be said for leaving chilly gray winter days and stepping off a plane and on to a soft sandy beach; exchanging a pine tree for a palm tree and mittens for sunscreen. There will be no scarcity of holiday spirit. It will just be translated with sea breezes and an aqua blue ocean. From along Mexico’s Caribbean Coast to FDR in Jamaica and to the jungles of Belize, families can celebrate Christmas with a tropical twist.
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Mexico: Cancun, Eco-Tourism for the Kids at Gran Caribe Real Cancun.
The Gran Caribe Real Cancun in Mexico, a deluxe all-inclusive resort, located in the heart of the Cancun Hotel Zone, has been “quietly” leading the conservation effort of Tabasco turtles while restoring its beachfront property. Guests have the opportunity to discover one of the best kept secrets of the destination, being in direct contact with wildlife in its most authentic and natural environment.
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U.S. Virgin Islands: Beautiful Beaches, Stupendous Shopping and Baby-mooning.
The U.S. Virgin Islands are a fantastic place to get away from it all with duty-free shopping, award-winning beaches and endless options for outdoor adventure that allow visitors to experience something new and exciting every day of their stay. This year the U.S. Virgin Islands presents two ways to stay and save in the U.S. Virgin Islands: “Time for Two” for expecting parents and the “Sizzling Summer Sampler” package.
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Jamaica: Ocho Rios, Negril, and Montego Bay – Waterslides Everywhere.
Aquatic playgrounds beyond the beach make Jamaica even more enticing to families looking for fun in the water but not in the ocean. The island has always been known for its abundance of natural beauty, great music, and flavorful culture, but the island's several awesome water parks provide an exciting alternative for families.
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Caribbean: Tortola BVI, Long Bay Resort & Villas.
Making sure families experience a sense of place and have a great time in the Caribbean is what the staff at Long Bay Beach Resort and Villas do best. The resort offers off-the-beaten-path tropical elegance. The atmosphere is serene, green and family friendly. There are activities for the whole family and opportunities to educate children about the environment in an area where ecological preservation is a top priority.
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Caribbean: Puerto Rico - Arecibo Observatory, San Juan and El Yunque National Forest.
Historic, tropical and naturally beautiful, the island offers oodles of ways to have fun. Sun, sand and soft ocean breezes make it easy to chill out if only for a day. The island itself is tempting, fFrom cobblestone streets linking small shops and quaint cafes to rain forest pathways, energizing waterfalls and pounding surf, vacation discoveries await. San Juan offers shoppers plenty of rewards; Ponce provides tropical elegance and artistic charm; Mayaguez embraces the local culture and cuisine within a few minutes of Cabo Rojo and awesome surf.
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Aruba: Oranjestad, Family Vacation Ideas.
Warm sea breezes, beautiful beaches and consistently comfortable weather make the island ideal for a family vacation. But sun, surf and sand are not the only things Aruba offers families. It's variety of activities and cultural attractions make it a great escape. From windsurfing, diving, and sailing to hiking, horseback riding, and 4x4 safaris your vacation days will be filled with fun. Enjoy a day of snorkeling, take a submarine ride or practice your tennis swing. You will find something for each member of your family.
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Cruises: Carnival Splendor, Enjoy The Ultimate Family Vacation.
From a 5,500-square-foot play area – the largest in the “Fun Ship” fleet – to a fun-filled water spray park and facilities and activities aimed at youngsters, ’tweens and teens, kids of all ages are sure to have a blast aboard Carnival Cruise Lines’ new 113,000-ton Carnival Splendor, set to debut this summer.
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Cruises: Family Cruise Vacations – Sunshine, Surfing, Ice Skating, Aqua Parks at Sea.
With extraordinary facilities, innovative programs, fabulous entertainment and great vacation deals CLIA cruise lines give parents and children much more than can be imagined. Possibilities include: surfing on the ocean, ice skating in the tropics, aqua parks at sea, zip lining through the rainforest, living history lessons in legendary destinations, PlayStations, Wii games and iPod Nanos. Families are discovering that a family cruise vacation can be an awesome experience.
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Cruises: Carnival and Coca-Cola Create ‘Club 02’ Teen Centers.
Carnival Cruise Lines, the world’s largest cruise operator, and The Coca-Cola Company, the world’s largest soft drink manufacturer, have teamed up to create “Club O2,” a teen program aboard the line’s 21 “Fun Ships” featuring spacious, high-tech teen centers as well as expanded activities.
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Cruises: Family Cruising - Freestyle, Family Friendly and Easy.
It’s easier and better than ever before. In the last few years cruise lines have made plenty of changes to meet the needs of families. From expanded activity programs spanning all age groups and shore excursions for teens to awesome waterslides, ice rinks and climbing walls, the combinations create dream vacations at sea. Add to the list plenty of nearby port options and the idea of cruising with the kids makes perfect sense.
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Caribbean: St. Lucia, Dennery Tropical Ziplining.
There I was standing at least 40 feet above the ground and about to fly through the air. I hate heights. I kept asking myself in my head, what am I doing? Before I had an answer I heard someone say, ready? Okay go! I was soaring through the air on a zipline. My panic subsided. I forgot about how I don’t like being up high in the air. I really felt like I was flying. I landed at the second platform knowing that I wanted to do that again and that it was amazing.
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Dominican Republic: La Romana, At Casa de Campo All of the Fun Is Included.
For families looking for a delightful Caribbean vacation spot, Casa de Campo offers plenty. It is not exactly a “country house” as its moniker indicates but a grand country estate, complete with casitas, villas, private beach, 16 swimming pools, world-class golf, tennis, water sports of all kinds, equestrian center with Polo, and all things tropical to ensure the best possible family vacation.
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