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Who needs the “12 Days of Christmas” when you’ve got the “12 Places of ‘Trip’mas???”

The holidays are here, and there’s no better time than to give the gift of an amazing vacation!!! Toys break, things get lost, clothes get outgrown…but memories…those last forever.

Here are 12 Family-Friendly Vacation destinations to consider for your own trip!

  1. Disney CruiseVisit exotic islands, meet Disney characters, ride the water coaster, enjoy dinner with your spouse while your children are picked up from the dining room by kids’ club staff after finishing their meals…. need I say more?Disney Cruises have something for everyone! Star Wars Days, Marvel Days at Sea, Halloween on the High Seas…. oh my!
  2. Memories Splash Punta Cana / Royalton Punta CanaAffordable. Amazing water park. Multiple dining options. All-inclusive. Tons of flight options from nearly every major city (it’s the busiest airport in the Caribbean!) Gorgeous beaches. Endless entertainment from live music to shows, foam parties and more! This was our destination for Spring Break 2016 and 2018, and we LOVED it!
  3. California
    Disneyland, California Adventure Park, Legoland, Sea World, Petco Stadium, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, San Diego Zoo, Air and Space Museum, Beaches, Santa Monica Pier, Pacific Coast Highway, USS Midway, Hiking, Whale Watching, Amazing Weather… need I go on? :)
    Los Angeles and San Diego are less than two hours apart… visit two amazing family-friendly spots on one trip!
  4. Disney World 
    There obviously couldn’t be a family-friendly destination list without this location! Rides, amazing restaurants, unsurpassed customer service, stage shows, fireworks, character meet & greets, water slides, parades… It truly is one of the most magical places on earth!
  5. Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas
    Located on Paradise Island, Bahamas, this destination has something for the entire family! Their Aquaventure Waterpark is amazing, the beaches are beautiful, and a quick taxi ride into downtown Nassau provides some great cultural experiences! Atlantis has great aquariums, a casino, multiple dining options, a splash park area for less-adventurous little ones, a gorgeous marina, dolphin encounters, and so much more! We are planning yet another return to this fabulous resort in March of 2019. I can’t sing its praises enough!
  6. Beaches Resorts
    With locations in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos, these luxury Caribbean resorts are for EVERYONE! Water parks, dining, family-friendly suites, clubs exclusively for teens… AMAZING!
  7. Cruise (non-Disney!)
    Disney isn’t the only cruise line that’s catering to families these days! Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and Carnival all have amazing options! Waterslides, dive-in movies, bowling, mini golf, babysitting, my time dining, spas, adults-only lounges, kids-only lounges – all at a great value! It’s time to check out a cruise for your next family vacation!!!
    We most recently sailed on Royal Caribbean for Fall Break 2018. It was one of our most unforgettable vacations to date! Waking up in ports of call including Curacao, Aruba, St. Kitts, St. Thomas…. it was wonderful. So wonderful, in fact, that we booked the same cruise again for Fall Break 2019! Cannot wait!!
  8. Jewel Runaway Bay
    Located in Jamaica, this hotel was once part of the Breezes resort line. An amazing water park, endless entertainment opportunities and more, make this an incredible Caribbean destination for your family!
    We traveled here in March 2017, and it was probably the best food we’ve ever had at an all-inclusive. The size of the resort is great, very intimate. The staff made you feel like royalty!!!
  9. Disney Hilton Head Island Resort
    Did you know Disney has a resort located on the picturesque coast of South Carolina? This elegant resort is fashioned after a 1940s hunting and fishing lodge, and combines local charm with outdoor fun for the entire family. The resort features multi-roomed villas and many recreational activities, including 12 miles of heavenly beaches.
  10. Adventures by Disney
    So, this isn’t one destination, but several amazing family-friendly destination options spanning the globe! From whitewater rafting the Flathead River, to taking a Safari through South Africa…. to wine tasting in the Bay Area while your children take part in a hand-s on olive oil infusion experience…to riding a toboggan through the hills of southern Germany—Traveling with Adventures by Disney provides culturallyimmersive, once-in-a-lifetime experiences that prove all vacations are not created equal.
    Explore the world in ways that every member of your family will enjoy. Each Adventures by Disney trip offers unique itinerary items—from more sophisticated experiences for adults to special Junior Adventurer activities tailored to kids. Thanks to Disney’s impeccable attention to detail, you’ll discover plenty of special opportunities to create and share unforgettable memories your family will treasure forever. 
  11. Aulani Disney Resort and Spa
    Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, is the place to stay for a Hawaii family vacation that immerses you in local culture through Disney magic. The Resort sits on 21 oceanfront acres, nestled between verdant mountains and serene ocean waters. Here, you’ll be removed from the crowds of Waikiki, yet close enough to enjoy the wonders of the island. 
  12. Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa – St. Lucia
    Situated on 85 acres, Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa offers two worlds in one along Saint Lucia’s exotic south coast. Located only five minutes from the international airport, this award-winning resort features: 250 air-conditioned rooms, 5 restaurants, 7 bars, 5 pools, complete fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, full service salon and oceanfront spa, the island’s largest waterpark and more! Designed to please all ages, this casually Caribbean, incredibly all-inclusive retreat is St. Lucia’s best value for families.Ready to travel to any of these fabulous locations with your family? Let Enchanting Excursions help plan your trip! Our planning services are 100% FREE! Contact ustoday for a quote or to start writing the next chapter in your fairy tale travel story! Any suggestions on places that didn’t make this list????