The Differences in Family All Inclusive Resorts
(390 Reviews)
98% Recommended
Pam MacIntyre
Maple Grove, MN
Australia & New Zealand Specialist
New Zealand
In all my years as a Travel Professional, with curiosity I've asked several the question "What are your must see countries?" I was hard pressed to find one that did not list New Zealand! I mean who wouldn't wa...
New Zealand
In all my years as a Travel Professional, with curiosity I've asked several the question "What are your must see countries?" I was hard pressed to find one that did not list New Zealand! I mean who wouldn't want to experience this majestic part of the world?
Recently I was able to explore several areas of this amazing country, being fortunate in visiting both the North & South Island. What I love is New Zealand can be mellow or action-packed, yet it will still always be epic!
From the endless national parks, dynamic Maori culture, to experiencing the sounds aboard a yacht while gazing upon dolphins. And let’s not forget about laying witness to the majestic beauty of a sperm whale off the coast of Kaikoura.
Wait, did you say you enjoy wine? They have some of THE best in the world....how do I know? Because how could I go all the way to New Zealand and not visit a winery or two. New Zealand offers the deliciousness of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnays, Pinot Noir, Merlot and many more!
I really could go on and on, but no need if you're reading this you already KNOW you want to explore this part of the world. I would love to help you create the best version of New Zealand for you!
Australia
Let me start by saying, I have been wanting to go to Australia since I was a child. Why you ask? Well to pet a kangaroo of course! And I did! Not only did I pet kangaroos, but I fed 4 simultaneously! It was a childhood dream come true, and I cannot wait to go back and repeat the experience.
I was in Sydney during the spectacular International lights and music festival, Vivid Sydney. It was their 10th year, and all I've got to say is WOW! Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought Australia would be so perfect to visit during their winter season. Although being from Minnesota it was more like our fall temperatures. So again, perfect! It was extra special to experience VIVID Sydney and see the iconic Sydney Opera House light up. If you travel during this time of year, it truly is a must see.
The Blue Mountains region of Australia was truly lovely to walk amongst. Then headed to Hunter Valley (to locals known as "The Hunter") where wine in this region was flowing plentifully and was quite delicious!
After making a visit to Australia I now understand why many choose to go there for 2 - 4 weeks on a vacation. It's truly hard to grasp the sheer size of Australia until you have been there yourself. To give you an idea, think about the USA. Sydney would be in Florida; Cairns (Great Barrier Reef) would be in Maine; Uluru (Ayers Rock) would be in Kansas; Melbourne would be New Orleans; and Perth would be Los Angeles.
If you're looking to visit the world's largest Great Barrier Reef, immerse yourself in Aboriginal communities, swim with whale sharks or gaze upon the Uluru (Ayers Rock) the possibilities really are endless in Australia!
Together we'll create your dream trip to Australia that you'll remember for the rest of your days!
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When choosing an All-Inclusive resort, there are many important factors travelers will take into consideration.
A few things to consider:
- Food & Beverage Quality & Variety
- Number of Pools
- Room Types
- Entertainment Options
- Beach Quality
The big question that weighs on parents when vacation planning … "What will my kids enjoy doing during their vacation?" As a parent you want your kids to have a great time while spending quality time together as a family. As a parent you also hope to sneak off for a few moments, but still want the kids to enjoy themselves during this time. With family-friendly resorts, you will find varying levels of experiences to choose from.
Many resorts will offer age-appropriate programs. Most will offer babysitting services for an additional cost as well. Most of the resort staff running these programs are red-cross certified. We can inquire directly with the resort you've chosen on their specific experience/certifications of their babysitters.
Here are a few examples of options family resorts may offer:
- Water Park(s)
- Lazy River(s)
- Waterslides
- Group Activities from cooking classes to organized games
- Camping on the beach/bonfires
- Movies under the stars
- FlowRider Surf Simulator
- Teen Nightclubs
- Kids Programs (age-appropriate)
- Rock climbing walls
- Roller Skating
- Pack n' Plays for the room
- Playgrounds
- Bowling Roller Skating
**Additional charges may apply for some of the above - ask me for details**
You won’t run out of things to do at the resort. Resorts will also offer many of the following activities: kayaking, snorkeling, volleyball, table tennis, windsurfing, sailing, paddling-boarding, basketball, volleyball & tennis courts, etc. Kids programs will widely vary on what they'll include such as: water balloon flights, kickball, air hockey, video games, ping-pong, mini golf, etc.
While age groups will vary slightly from resort to resort, here are the average ages that are grouped together:
- Ages: 4 to 7
- Ages: 8 to 12
- Ages: 13 to 17
There are only a handful of resorts that will offer a program for children under the age of 4, so please be sure to mention if this is important to you.
You'll also have resorts such as Beaches Resorts by Sandals that have partnered with Sesame Street or Nickelodeon Resorts located in Punta Cana & Riviera Maya (Opening 2020) with SpongeBob SquarePants & friends. Nickelodeon resort even has a villa called The Pineapple, which was inspired by SpongeBob SquarePants home!
Hard Rock Riviera Maya is a big time favorite amongst families as they offer Camp Woodward for kids ages 4 to 17. This 29,000 sq. ft. area offers tons of lifestyle sports which is built for thrills, and uniquely designed for all skill levels. Beaches Resorts by Sandals now offers the first ever Autism-Friendly Kids Camps.
For families of 5 or more, some resorts offer room types that will accommodate larger families, while others will offer guaranteed connecting room options.
Together we can find the perfect fit for not only your family’s needs and fulfill the wish list for EVERYONE!