Summer vacation is the time when families are free from rigid school schedules and nice warm weather prevails just about everywhere. Many families use this time to hit the road. Since travel can be expensive, especially when a few kids are added in, many families are looking for vacation deals.
These budget-seeking families are in luck. Here are four destinations offering low rates in addition to free nights, complimentary upgrades, free children’s meals and food and beverage credits in order to make family travel both stress-free and wallet-friendly.
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa
Situated along a mile-long section of tropical beach in Puerto Rico, the Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa boasts summer rates starting at $132 nightly when families stay for four or more nights. Plus, because this is a U.S. territory, no passports are needed. For summer jaunts June 24th to September 30th, the resort is offering a kids-stay-and-eat-free option for all youngsters under 12 years old.
The 500-acre kid haven boasts two beach-front pools (complete with a water slide), an expansive kid’s club, fire pit ideal for s ’mores roasting, onsite iguana feedings, and nature walks. It has two world-class 18-hole golf courses, multiple lounges and entertainment venues, a tennis center and more.
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
The four diamond CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta luxury beach front resort in Mexico offers a stunning setting with beautiful accommodations, four world-class gourmet restaurants, infinity oceanfront pool, health club with whirlpool and the 22,000 square foot full-service Ohtli Spa.
In addition to the discovery programs which offer visitors an insider's view of local culture and traditions, they are also offering the Family Fun in Puerto Vallarta package this summer. With rates starting at $213, families can get two connecting rooms, access to the resort's acclaimed Kids Club, a daily $100 resort credit and daily internet access.
JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
The JW Marriott Desert Ridge provides families with a great value this summer for some fun in the desert sun. Relax in the lazy river, play a round on an award-winning course, or do some shopping damage in the Desert Ridge Marketplace.
There's something for everyone.
Starting at $149 per night and valid through Sept. 5, the Family Swing & Fling includes a $50 resort credit daily, and access to the Family Escape Center providing entertainment for teens and kids of all ages. It offers free golf, free appetizer or dessert, free kids meals 12 and under, and free Resort Fee including internet, self-parking, bike rentals and tennis. To book visit www.FamilyFlingAndSwing.com and use rate code ZJ5.
Escape to Palm Beach in south Florida and The Breakers for a luxury-laden family-centered getaway. Here amidst 140 acres of picturesque oceanfront property, guests can revel in a tropical feeling at the glorious beachfront, and play the greens. They can enjoy the rejuvenating spa, delicious dining, and incredible services which help create lifelong memories.
This summer, a Breakers vacation includes Daily Complimentary Benefits with up to $400 daily in extra value daily, with no additional resort fee. Complimentary benefits include free kids meals and day camp, continental breakfast, unlimited tennis. Rates start at $299 per night.
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Edited by Jody Smith