Lynn O’Rourke Hayes, FamilyTravel.com
Plan for a sunny getaway in the new year. Here are five ideas to consider.
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa (Aventura, Florida)
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This South Florida resort, set within 300 sun-drenched acres, provides a welcome sanctuary for guests as well as more than 40 species of tropical birds, botanical fauna and the chef’s herb and tropical fruit garden. However, the kids will be more interested in the Tidal Cove Waterpark. It’s a five-acre fun zone composed of a 60-foot tower with seven water slides, a 4,000-square-foot kids pool with an aquatic play area, and a triple Flow Rider simulation pool, among the first of its kind in the country. The 42-foot-wide surf simulation machine incorporates elements of surfing, bodyboarding, skateboarding, skimboarding, snowboarding and wakeboarding. The mega-water feature connects with a lazy river, a zero-entry pool and 25 luxury cabanas for privacy and relaxation.
For more: www.jwturnberry.com
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa (Ko Olina, Hawaii)
If you want to mix a little magic into your sun-filled holiday, the Aulani island paradise might be right for your crew. Mickey Mouse and his well-known pals are on hand for character memory-making moments, inducing smiles all around. The 351-room hotel blends the vision of Disney Imagineers with the history and natural beauty of the island. Families can take advantage of the kids club, swimming and boogie boarding, snorkeling, paddle boarding, spa time and simply relaxing under Hawaiian skies.
For more: www.disneyaulani.com
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess (Scottsdale, Arizona)
A family stay at this Arizona desert resort is full of fun surprises, beginning at the kids check-in desk. In a destination where visitors can rely on 333 days of sunshine each year, your gang will want to swipe on the sunscreen and waste no time before digging toes in the sand at the Sunset Beach pool or joining the festivities at the Sonoran Splash pool, where water slides, music, games and dive-in movies up the fun factor. Kids can fish in the lagoon, play golf or spend the day at the Trailblazers Kids Club where activities include ping pong, learning about desert wildlife, making s’mores in a solar oven and recreational games. Parents will appreciate the Lifestyle Cuisine menu for adults and children that focuses on providing healthy choices.
For more: www.fairmont.com/scottsdale; experiencescottsdale.com.
Curtain Bluff (Antigua)
Put Curtain Bluff, a laid back but luxurious Relais & Chateau resort in Antigua, on your can’t miss list. It’s an enchanting, all-inclusive experience that offers extensive water sports including water-skiing, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, paddle-boating and sailing. When you are ready for some time on terra firma, head to the pickleball court or stretch out in a yoga class. While the kids enjoy the Cee Bee camp activities, relax in a hammock you’ll find tucked within the palm trees or spend an afternoon at the spa where open-air massages provide a perfect end to a sports-filled day.
For more: www.curtainbluff.com
La Quinta Resort & Club (La Quinta, California)
Visit this 45-acre desert oasis for a hefty dose of sunshine and nonstop sporting opportunities. Long a getaway spot for Hollywood hot shots, the Palm Springs area playground is well-known for top-notch golf and tennis. If your clan is inclined to indulge in a multisport vacation, book tee times on any of the five award-winning golf courses, play tennis, hike or spend time in and around the 41 climate-controlled pools in the complex. Thanks to the addition of eight pickleball courts, you can learn the game or perfect your skills. The resort’s staff of certified pickleball professionals will be on hand to offer lessons, clinics or simply encouragement.
For more: www.laquintaresort.com
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