Sometimes we want to go a little farther than the usual getaways... Maybe take the kids an African safari. Or go check out those marsupials, down under, and while there, snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef. Or explore fascinating cultures in SE Asia, with kid-fun mixed in. "Family Adventures" can be an easy all-details-handled way to explore an exotic land -- see the link, below. But doing-it-yourself has much to recommend it including economy, in many countries in Asia, for example.
Australia: Gold Coast and Brisbane
Photo © Teresa Plowright.
Australian families flock to the Gold Coast - find out why! Families can combine beach and surfing and theme parks with a side trip to the Great Barrier Reef or inland to the rainforest... Meanwhile nearby Brisbane offers city fun, whale-watching, and a chance to get up close and personal with koalas and kangaroos. The Gold Coast also has a Versace brand hotel, for those inclined to splurge.
Taiwan Vacation
Photos courtesy of Tony Conboy III.
The island of Taiwan, 100 miles off the coast of China, has urban attractions and also some breathtaking natural wonders. And though exotic, Taiwan is also a safe destination and an easy one for visitors to explore.. Guest writer Tony Conboy III has recommendations for family visitors.
Central America: Costa Rica
With two tropical oceans (Pacific and Caribbean), Costa Rica offers plenty of beach vacations, but is perhaps even better known for eco-tourism holidays.Central America: Belize
Belize -is a small country just south of Mexico, and next to Guatemala. Belize vacations can offer a comfortable foray into Central America for either eco-tourism, Mayan ruins, or a Caribbean beach holiday (including great snorkeling or scuba on a barrier reef.)Africa Vacations for Families
When families think about a trip to Africa, most have in mind a safari to see wildlife. Find out what countries are best for families, safari tour options, how to plan your own trip, and more. General information about visiting African countries, too.Fiji Resorts
Photo credit: Chris McClennan. Courtesy of Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort.
It's the fantasy tropical beach vacation: beautiful beach, coral reef, simplified life, unspoiled tropical paradise. "But a Fiji resort seems so far, so out of reach..." Think again: logistics -- and price-- may be more manageable than you'd suppose.
