If you have ever been to the coast of Georgia you’ll know that there are unforgettable vacation retreats along this lovely stretch of beaches and Atlantic ocean. Sea Island Resort is one spectacular location situated close to Jekkyl Island, and 30 minutes from the Brunswick Golden Isles airport – BQK.

This resort has been a popular vacation spot for families since the sixties, because it caters so well to children, teens and adults, but the beautiful grounds and tasteful lodge that began in the earlier part of the twentieth century takes you back in time. Read more »

Ocho Rios Jamaica is one of those destinations that provide activities for families, but in more sedate and peaceful settings. There are a lot of couples who travel here, but for families wanting to try out Jamaica, there is the beautiful Beaches Boscobel Resort. From this base, you can branch out to try canopy swinging in the trees, horse back riding on the beach, riding ATVs and climbing out at Dunn’s River Falls, which is approximately 600 feet up. Read more »

For people searching for a lakeside family beach vacation, Blue Lagoon Resort at Lake George will impress families of all ages. Families come here year after year, making it a tradition for those who have discovered this resort and fallen in love with the location, accommodation and facilities. Read more »

If you’ve been curious about traveling to Greece for your next family vacation, the Sani Beach Club caters to families by beautiful azure waters and at a low rise luxury hotel. The Aegean Sea, warm weather, child care for all ages, and a wide variety of activity choices may entice you to drop plans for Disney and heading to a unique setting. Read more »

If you’ve ever watched the movie IQ you’ll recall Meg Ryan calling the Seven Sacred Pools in Maui like a million kisses on your skin, from the aerated water. The experience is incredible, and the area magical.

There is a collection of waterfalls and natural pools near the shore, and are part of Halakeala National Park. Both visitors and Hawaiians love this area for the sheer enjoyment of the waterfalls, of sliding into the pools, of swimming and hiking in this natural paradise. Read more »

The Barefoot Mailman Motel has gotten rave reviews for its hospitality towards pets, and yet its ability to clean the room for the next guest who would never know there had been a pet occupying the quarters. There is a doggy park just for dog walkers, potty bags to clean up with after your walk, Read more »

The town of Slave Lake has been hit by a major wildfire that leapt across bush and highways due to heavy winds on May 15, 2011 and over half of the town has burnt to the ground. Due to 100 km winds, firefighters were unable to continue on the ground or in the air to fight it. The entire town was evacuated. Slave Lake is by Devonshire Beach, and all amenities and services are out of Slave Lake. I would advise you to look elsewhere or talk to someone at Sustainable Resources Alberta, before traveling there this summer. Watch the footage and news on ctv or cbc.

The Resort at Longboat Key Club, a 410 acre resort on the Gulf of Mexico, half an hour from the Sarasota/Bradenton airport in Florida, is on Longboat Key Island. All the suites have plenty of room for your family, with over 800 square feet of living, and including a king size bed, queen size sofa bed , full kitchen, washer and dryer, video player, CD Player, housekeeping twice per day and a private balcony. Read more »

For vacation plans in the U.S. with a laid back rustic atmosphere, the Three Oaks Resort on Lake Norfolk, Arkansas, will provide just the place for your next family beach vacation. The lakeside cabins and cottages have up to three bedrooms to bring your clan. The beautiful blue waters are excellent for divers and if fishing vacations are your focus for some family members, the lake is teaming with largemouth bass, walleye bass, spotted bass, catfish, and sunfish bass. There is also incredible trout fishing at the North Fork River nearby, as well as the White and Buffalo Rivers. Families can watch the fish jump from their cabins. A large dock allows mooring and fishing, and the boat rentals are available at the resort for your convenience. There is an electric trolley to take you to the dock with your gear. Read more »

Bol Island Brac, Croatia, has one of the ten most beautiful beaches in the world. If you check into the luxury hotel called the Bluesun Wellness Hotel Elaphusa, you’ll be wondering how you missed this beautiful corner of the world all your life. For those who have done Disney and want to escape to a more natural beach vacation, you’ll find your children quickly adapt to the football (soccer) playgrounds, windsurfing, children’s club, children’s tennis club, mountain biking, surfing courses, diving courses, and sea water pools. Read more »

How would you like to choose a Florida family beach vacation in the Florida Keys with the largest private beach in Key West, easy access from the international airport, and has the only living barrier reef in America? The Casa Marina Resort is a sublime oasis within the Waldorf Astoria family. Read more »

If you’re looking for a beautiful destination for your Florida vacation, but need to find a good deal for a large group, try looking into Maravilla Resort. You can rent a condo in this two story building with a suite that sleeps up to six people. For example, in one condo, the master bedroom holds a king size bed, bunk beds built into the hallway, and a queen bed. There is a washer and dryer in the suite, as well as one full bath and two half baths. Read more »

If you’re looking for a great sale, consider this all-inclusive family resort in Gros Islet, St. Lucia.  At 45 percent off, Almond Morgan Bay Beach Resort in its own private cove has great reviews and may be one fabulous vacation whether you catch the winter sale or not. Set on 25 lush acres with palm trees, garden and beach, you can rest or play in a gorgeous setting with lots to see and do if you so choose. Read more »

 
If you love sand dunes, visit Jacksonville, Florida and head 5 minutes out to Atlantic Beach. You can check into the One Ocean Resort Hotel and Spa, and book yourself on a tall ship cruise for the day. There are alligator farms to explore, kayaking, surf board shops to rent a board for the day, jet ski rentals and bike tours. You can attend University of Georgia and Florida football games, take golf lessons at the Queen’s Harbor Golf and Country Club, and cast your line on a deep-sea fishing trip. Read more »

Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort

This resort has won top awards in the following : top eco resort in the world, top scuba diving resort in the world, #1 resort in Fiji by Conde Nast in 2006, and several others. To help you in your search for the best family beach vacations, this resort – we’ll just call it the JCF for now, goes out of its way to create that. Read more »

After hearing of one parent’s awesome experience with teens at this resort, I decided to look it up. This resort on the beach offers an all-inclusive price that includes two children or teens up to age 17 to stay and eat for free. That may not be a concern for you, but that isn’t where the raves started. It had to do with the resort and all that it offered. Read more »

Families looking for an all-inclusive vacation in Mexico can land on the tiny island of Cozumel, on Mexico’s southwest Caribbean side, of the Yucatan peninsula, and stay at one of Occidentals many resorts. For adventure loving members, there is the underwater Palancar Reef, and above is the Sand Francisco beach – yes the spelling is correct. Cozumel is an amazing island to escape to. The blue waters, warm weather and Spanish flavor blend with a resort made to meet your many needs. Scuba diving lessons are available, which include rentals and certification, and are not included in the all inclusive plan, so if you wanted to learn, here you go. Read more »

I have not seen so many activities provided for families and individuals alike as this resort is offering. If going to Hawaii with your family has been a dream you’ve been planning, this may be the vacation spot if you can splurge. After listening to my friend rave about the beauty of Hawaii, and believe me, she has traveled extensively, I’m thinking this may be a family resort you would never regret spending money on. The photos of this spectacular resort are so picturesque you will not only be mesmerized, but the resort actually encourages you to download a photo to your desktop. Read more »

Rincon is on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico. Rincon is not your normal congested high-rise sort of beach town, but rather you’ll find peaceful beaches, less tourists flocking to find the swanky night clubs, and a friendly, low-key sort of town. You’ll also need to get over yourself if you have a high and mighty air because this place does not. Read more »

Holiday Inn has outdone itself in bending over backwards to ensure you can book your stay in Florida, Mississippi and Alabama without worrying about the BP Gulf Spill.

Basically they are saying that you will get a full refund of reservations paid in advance if they receive an official notification that the shores are affected negatively, which results in not being able to use the water or the beaches. Read more »

Before you automatically rule out Florida as your next family vacation destination, may I say that you are passing up a beautiful area on the Gulf of Mexico. When I was there in April, I headed back to the place we frequented during my childhood, Passagrille at St. Pete Beach. Read more »

I’ve used carrentals.com  site at the bottom of this post, for several trips now, including Boston, Vancouver BC, Toronto and most recently Tampa. I’m thrilled that I found it and will always use it for my rentals because I get to compare prices with the various car rental companies all in one easy page. It will bring up the codes for the airports or if you want to rent somewhere else in the city it will bring up the available locations. I have saved a lot and I cannot emphasize enough  the incredible prices I’ve found. Read more »

The houses or units are built on poles in the rainforest of Costa Rica, one kilometer from the Caribbean Sea. Just because they are up on stilts does not mean you’ll be roughing it. There are Jacuzzis encased by glass windows in each house, from which you can watch the jungle around you as you soak, a kitchen, master bedroom, porch, living room with a sleeping sofa, beautiful bathrooms, safe, great mattresses, hanging chairs and air conditioning for an additional charge, though you’ll find a well ventilated climate due to the shade of the rainforest. Read more »

If you are interested in keeping up with the Joneses on your next family vacation, you could spend $5000.00 or more per night at Cloisters Resort which is situated on Sea Island, or for those trying to tighten their belts which is the majority of people, you can stay at the Georgianne Inn on Tybee Island. Enjoy the free bikes, incredibly low priced sea food, and 3 miles of sand along the shoreline for strolling, swimming and riding waves on the boogie boards provided free of charge at the Inn. Read more »

Coopers Beach has gained the title as the top rated beach in the United States this year by the famed Dr. Beach, bringing it up from third place last year. Coopers Beach has 500 official feet of shoreline, but it extends for seven miles of pristine beachfront for your summer pleasure. If you are from New York this may be for you a cheap family vacation. So what is the big deal about this beach? Read more »