The Caribbean has long been known as a destination of Eden-like islands that evoke a strong sense of romance and high seas adventure. It’s also a perfect place for family fun, where parents and kids can together explore land, surf and shore. Whether it’s searching for hidden treasure on a sunken ship, swimming with dolphins, building fabulous sandcastles or conquering the beaches in a myriad of other ways, everybody is sure to have the time of their life!
If you’re visiting the Bahamas, you’ll likely find yourselves in its bustling capital city of Nassau. History buffs are sure to appreciate a tour of the 18th-century Balcony House, the city’s oldest wooden residence, now restored as a museum. Adventurers will enjoy a high-speed powerboat excursion to the Exuma Cays that includes private island snorkeling, shark feeding and a trek to the island’s peak. On the nearby Blue Lagoon Islands, a favorite thrill of many is coming face to face with a grouper or petting a stingray. The whole family is in for a history lesson with tours of the paddle wheel steamer-shaped Fort Fincastle and the canonry of Fort Charlotte. And everyone will adore an afternoon of souvenir-shopping at the colorful Straw Market.
Escape to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands where you might land on Magen’s Beach, whose su
gary sands and soft, green hillsides prompted the National Geographic to claim it as one of most beautiful beaches in the world. At Coral World, slip on a deep-sea diving helmet and set out on an undersea trek along a below-water trail outfitted with handholds. Promise the kids dinner at the Hard Rock Café, then indulge your penchant for duty-free shopping in the old wharfside buildings of Charlotte Amalie. Or pack a picnic and hop the ferry to St. John for a day of hiking in the Virgin Islands National Park. Be sure to follow Reef Bay trail past the petroglyphs and ancient carvings of the Arawak Indians.
Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter, the Caribbean always makes for a perfect family vacation.
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