Top 5 Luxury Resorts in the Caribbean for Your Family

Are you looking for a luxurious getaway for your family? Trying to avoid the typical resort experience and look for something this is truly five-star? Well here are my top luxury resort recommendations for families planning a Caribbean vacation.

Beach Turks & Caicos Resort and Spa

When you are thinking family the first thing that should always come to mind for Caribbean vacations is Beaches. And the Turks & Caicos location will blow your mind!

Beaches’ all-inclusive resort in Turks & Caicos is renowned as “the last of the true exotics.” One glance at its crystal clear waters and 12 miles of powder white sand and you’ll see in an instant why Scuba Diving magazine named Turks & Caicos one of its top two diving destinations in the world, and why TripAdvisor chose the beaches of Providenciales as the best in the world.

Mix into the equation amazing activities for your children as well. Teens have special opportunities at clubs, sporting events, and other activities designed just for them. Kids 12 and under can experience amazing kid-only camps and exclusive water areas. And there are specially trained and certified nannies on staff to help take care of your little ones.

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Azul Fives- Playa del Carmen

If your family is full of foodies then you have to experience Azul Fives. Featuring the renowned Karisma Gourmet Inclusive Experience concept, the Azul Fives , by Karisma features oversized, luxurious, tastefully designed 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites, private rooftop lounge decks in penthouse suites as well as an upscale, all-service spa. The location also gives you access to amazing experiences like scuba diving along the amazing barrier reef, visiting Mayan ruins and taking in the local culture, experience the amazing nightlife of the region, or playing a round of golf on amazing courses.

Azul Fives is also home to the all-new Nickelodeon Experience at Karisma Resorts, and it begins the moment you arrive. Unwind with a greeting glass of champagne and cool towel as your kid indulges in an exclusive Slime Smoothie. Then choose what’s next on your agenda. A character dining experience unlike any other? Pushing your toes into soft white sand on our breathtaking beaches? Or simply hang out in the Azulitos Playhouse by Nickelodeon with Sponge Bob Squarepants, Dora the Explorer and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

Dreams Palm Beach- Punta Cana

With beautiful beaches, amazing waters, and unparalleled luxury, Dreams Palm Beach is the perfect resort for families seeking a world-class experience in the Dominican Republic. Enjoy well-appointed amenities of Unlimited-Luxury® at Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana, where nearly everything is included. Every gourmet meal, every top-shelf spirit, and so much more. And for those moms out there looking for a touch of elegance, indulge in the amazing Dreams Spa by Pevonia offering a wide-range of treatments certain to help you unwind.

Kids ages 3 to 12 can have the time of their lives at the Explorer’s Club. Created especially for youngsters, the club is fully and professionally supervised and filled with adventures and activities that they will enjoy and treasure for a lifetime, while giving parents time on their own to spend vacation time their way. Its a great feeling to know your children are in good hands, and having an amazing time, while you sneak away for some alone moments.

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Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman

The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman islands is truly one of the most luxurious resorts you will find anywhere in the Caribbean. Absolutely amazing food combined with breath taking beaches make this a beautiful vacation spot. Toss in amazing golf, watersports, tennis, and relaxing cabana options and you’re certain to have a fun-filled vacation.

But what makes this resort such a great place for everyone? From the moment of arrival, kids encouraged to explore the sights and sounds of the hotel and its environment. Guided by playfulness and a sense of wonder, Ritz Kids delights and engages children to interact with their surroundings in a fresh and exciting way, while introducing them to the four important pillars of Ritz Kids discovery: Water, Land, Environmental Responsibility and Culture. And the Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program offers excursions for adults, families and children (five and older) led by expert naturalists.

Atlantis Paradise Island Resort- The Bahamas

Atlantis is a resort designed with the entire family in mind from the ground up! No other Caribbean resort offers such a wide-array of room options perfect for any-size family. From standard rooms to the Presidential Suites, you will be surrounded by luxury no matter what you choose.

For activities, Atlantis offers so much to do you cannot possible fit it all in one trip. Dolphin Cay is an extraordinary environment showcased on 14-acres with almost 7 million gallons of crystal clear seawater. It is one of the largest and most sophisticated marine habitats and animal rescue-rehabilitation facilities, unlike anything in the world. Aquaventure, Atlantis water park, is a one-of-a-kind 141-acre waterscape featuring a non-stop aquatic thrill ride features over twenty million gallons of water, incredible Atlantean-themed towers, thrilling high-speed water slides, a mile-long river ride with rolling rapids and wave surges, 20 swimming areas, ans a spectacular kids water-play fort. And of course there is plenty of golf, beautiful beaches, and adult nightlife available.

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Jenn Whitney is a travel enthusiast and mother of four. Her goal is to share her experiences and knowledge to help families plan amazing vacations around the world. Jenn is owner of Whitney World Travel, a boutique family and luxury travel agency, and an Accredited Cruise Counselor. You can contact Jenn by e-mail at Jenn@whitneyworldtravel.com