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Caribbean Family Vacations

Families love their Caribbean vacations, even in summer months. See the CARIBBEAN RESORTS FOLDER for the all-inclusive beach getaways that are such a big draw. Or scroll down for info about hurricane season, island profiles, and more Caribbean tips.
Caribbean Islands
Families love to take holidays in the Caribbean islands, mainly for the beach resorts which typically offer watersports, lavish pools and even water parks, family activities, kids clubs, evening entertainment, fine dining, spa, and --often-- all-inclusive pricing.

Every Caribbean island has its unique flavor. Some have colonial towns or other sightseeing; others are famous for beautiful tropic…

Carlbbean Vacations : all-inclusives
Families love all-inclusive resorts. Read about: what to expect; factors to consider; which resort is right for you, and more.
Which Caribbean islands have all-inclusives?
See where your chances are best, for finding this popular type of family getaway.
Caribbean Islands
Each island has a different character. Note too that on some islands all inclusive resorts are common; on others, not.
Atlantis submarine cruises
A fun outing on Caribbean vacations: Atlantis submarine cruises are offered on many islands, and are a great way to give kids a tour of the ocean floor.
When is hurricane season?
When is hurricane season? tips for protecting your Caribbean vacation.
Caribbean Vacations In... Mexico
Don't forget that the eastern part of Mexico's Yucatan -- including Cancun and the Riviera Maya -- has shores on the Caribbean Sea.
Belize
Belize is the small country south of Mexico's Yucatan, with beaches on the Carib'n Sea. A number of resorts now offer all-inclusive packages. Combine a beach getaway with a stay at a "jungle lodge".
Costa Rica
Costa Rica has beaches on both the Atlantic and Caribbean side; it's also known for nature-tour vacations, visiting the Cloud Forest, volcano, wildlife refuge, etc.
Family holiday tips for UK visitors
Visitors from the UK may find they can save money by booking their Caribbean vacation a la carte instead of with a packager: i.e., fly to a US city, and then from there take a getaway to the Caribbean.

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