As families return to planning great getaways, hotels and resorts respond with programs designed to accommodate guests of all ages. Here are five destinations to consider.
The Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire, Scotland
Introduce your family to the glory of the Scottish countryside during a stay at this legendary hotel, spa, and golf destination. Your youngsters can be engaged in a fully supervised program where curious minds will participate in nature art, pond dipping, leaf identification, bug hunting, tree climbing, and zip-lining. Then you can gather for fly fishing, bike riding, lawn games, hiking, off-road cruising, afternoon tea, or a round on the resort’s world-famous links. A “playground planner” is available to assist families in crafting a picture-perfect holiday on the 850-acre estate. At day’s end, you’ll sleep well in luxurious accommodations designed to provide families the space, amenities, and comforts required for a memorable holiday.For more information, visit Gleneagles.com.
The Charleston Place, Charleston, South Carolina
Visit this historic city to snag some beach or spa time; shop; stroll through the City Market, antique stores, and art galleries; and steep the family in the Lowcountry’s rich history and traditions. Learn about local fishing lore from a native Charlestonian while learning the delicate art of throwing a cast net. Later, reap the benefits of your newfound skills. After collecting crab, shrimp, and a variety of fish, return to this landmark independent hotel, where the chef will prepare your fresh catch.For more information, visit CharlestonPlace.com.
Banyan Bunch at The Boca Raton, Florida
Situated on 200 private, tropical acres, The Boca Raton is eager to welcome a new generation of guests, following a $200 million investment. With more than 100 years of history as its foundation, the South Florida resort recently debuted the Banyan Bunch Kids Club, a creative program curated by industry experts and designed to engage young guests through a range of activities that include salsa dancing lessons, youth yoga, origami, and drawing kits inspired by the local environment. When a little ocean time is required, the kids will enjoy heading to the private beach aboard the resort’s water taxis.For more information, visit TheBocaRaton.com.
Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz, New York
This Victorian castle resort, located 90 miles north of New York in the Hudson Valley, first welcomed guests in 1869. Today, their diverse family program is based on the philosophy of “letting kids be kids.” That means allowing for plenty of time to explore within the 40,000 acres of nature that surrounds the resort, as well as participating in scavenger hunts, puppet-making, hiking, fossil discovery, and sports clinics. Meanwhile, parents can savor some free time in the newly refreshed spa, on the hiking trails, or while paddling on the pristine lake.For more information, visit Mohonk.com.
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo
Seamlessly integrating the peninsula’s vibrant landscape with the amenities of a contemporary eco-luxury hotel, this 182-room coastal retreat will deliver the sun-drenched family vacation for which you’ve been yearning.Tap into the “pura vida” lifestyle (it’s for real) and choose from a long list of adventure, spa, fitness, and wellness opportunities served up in a relaxed and welcoming indoor-outdoor environment. Access kayaks, paddleboards, and jet skis from the beach, take an electric bike tour, or relax by one of several pools that overlook the volcanic sand beach areas.
For a family-friendly introduction to the exotic fauna and flora of Costa Rica, take a guided tour of the Trail of the Giants, a scenic adventure that showcases the region’s birds, monkeys, iguanas, butterflies, and giant trees while providing jaw-dropping views of the resort’s Arnold Palmer golf course and the Pacific Ocean. The Kids for All Seasons Club features a kid’s pool and junior lounge chairs, as well as a range of immersive programs to entice the youngest guests.
For more information, visit FourSeasons.com/costarica.
Lynn O’Rourke Hayes (LOHayes.com) is an author, family travel expert, and enthusiastic explorer. Gather more travel intel on Twitter @lohayes, Facebook, or via FamilyTravel.com
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