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 »

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 »

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 »

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’re considering Caribbean family holidays this summer, why not time your holiday for the Carnivals happening in Grenada. The Spice Mas, which is the Grenada Carnival, includes masquerade costumes, Children’s Carnival Frolic, Monday night Mas competition, and much more. This is an incredibly unique opportunity to experience the flavor of the Caribbean celebrations that will provide fun memories long after the holidays are over. Read more »