Just a short flight from Florida is the island of Aruba. The tropical climate, crystal clear waters and close proximity make it a very popular family vacation destination. All-inclusive resorts and hotels located in some of the popular areas of the island make it easy to find something for everyone during your visit. When traveling with children, it is as important that they enjoy their vacation as much as you do. In recent years, there has been a significant increase in activities created just for the kids, so that everyone has the chance to participate in something they enjoy.
There are family vacation accommodations for almost every budget. An-all inclusive resort may sound more expensive when you first get the rates, but you will find that they include at least one, often two meals a day in addition to access to all facilities and the kids club. Most offer a choice of several different dining options, from upscale restaurants that offer a wide array of cultural specialties, to cafes that serve variety of family friendly fare in a casual atmosphere. Whether you want a burger and fries, or Italian, there will be something for every palate. Kid’s clubs have become very popular and now offer a wide array of activities.
Created specifically to appeal to children under the age of 17, there are swimming and snorkeling classes available. For the younger group, there are scavenger hunts, face painting, basketball, bingo and movies. Parents are free to spend the day exploring the island on their own while their children are involved in activities that appeal to them, with others their age. For teenagers, there are age appropriate activities from contests and video games, to chaperoned swimming pool access and water sports. There are many family vacation activities located throughout the island that everyone will enjoy. One of the most popular attractions is the water park.
Fun for the entire family, there are over 20 different waterslides. For the small children there is the treasure-island kid’s castle. Here there are slides created specifically for those under the age of six. For teens and adults, there are high-speed sliders that twist, twirl and turn as well as tubing slides. The man made wave pools can be enjoyed by everyone. Nature tours, dinner cruises and submarine excursions complete the family vacation experience. Aruba’s friendly, casual atmosphere makes it a perfect choice for families with young children or those with many different interests.
