Disney Cruise Line, the leader in family cruising, is once again reinventing onboard children’s experiences. Through an entirely new approach to youth activities, kids can let their imaginations set sail by customizing their cruise vacation. More youth activities than ever before are available and children choose experiences based on interest, not age.
Exciting new youth activities and dedicated children’s spaces are available now on the Disney Magic and the Disney Wonder and are coming to the Disney Dream beginning with the ship’s maiden voyage in January 2011.
“The changes within Disney Cruise …

The ALDEN BEACH RESORT & SUITES overlooks the Gulf of Mexico at St. Petes Beach just 10 minutes from downtown St. Petersburg, Florida with it’s museums, shopping, movies, dining and entertainment. This family friendly hotel has direct beach access, has two heated outdoor pools, two whirlpool spas, cookout deck, two lighted tennis courts and lounge. The kids can enjoy basketball, shuffleboard, volleyball or ping pong.
Guests in Bermuda guestrooms (an effiency suite with kitchenette) are allowed to have up to 3 kids 17 and younger stay free of charge when sharing …

With this special package, kids play and stay free at SeaWorld and participating Orlando Marriott and Renaissance Hotels and Resorts. Experience all the wonders of SeaWorld and relax at the end of the day at a hotel destination perfect for your family.
One hotel, the Orlando World Center Marriott Resort – is situated on 200 acres, the 2000 room resort offers 4 swimming pools including a lagoon-shaped free form pool (includes 1 indoor), 6 hot tubs, 106′ waterslide, 2 children’s pools, 10 restaurants and lounges ranging from the food court to …

Last week, the NY Times published a guide to affordable skiing areas throught the country. It highlights 10 North American ski resorts this winter. Special deals, cheap flights and other information are mentioned in the article
Locations include Alta, Aspen, Jason Hole, Jay Peak, Revelstoke, South Lake Tahoe, Sunday River, Whistler, Winter Park and Wolf Creek.
The NY Times “explains why Winter Park remains a family-friendly resort – both unpretentious and affordable.” The article discusses where to stay, eat and shop. One of the locations noted is the Rocky Mountain Inn which …

The all-inclusive Jolly Beach Resort & Spa, on Antigua’s finest mile-long white sand beach, is offering a 50% savings on stays now through April 15 with rates starting at just $89/person/night, double, including all taxes and service charges.
The all-inclusive rates include accommodations, all meals, snacks and afternoon tea, beverages, non-motorized watersports, activities, kids and teen programs, use of the gym and entertainment. Book by December 11.  These advertised discount rates are based on 4 in a room. But, the resort also offers the Junior Suites, each has a king …

These top 5 Marriott timeshare resorts are great for big families of 4, 5, 8 or more. The resorts have villas and suites that are from one to 3 three bedrooms and in many cases these clubs have been recently renovated and are situated in great locations.They are part of the Marriott Vacation Club.
Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club
The original structure of this timeshare resort is a converted hotel that offers one-bedroom, two-bath, and two-bedroom, three-bath accommodations. The 2 Bedroom / Three Bath Villa Approx 1,305 Square Feet Sleeps Up To 8 …

Hacienda del Mar Resort, Cabo San Lucas
This magnificient resort with it’s beach front location in Cabos San Lucas is surrounded by lush gardens, offering first class accommodations and great amenities.
Hacienda del Mar has conveniences and facilities for the entire family to enjoy, including children’s programs, full-service spa, several golf courses that will challenge any handicap and day activities and adventures.
In the surrounding areas you can enjoy fishing, horseback riding, and other sports activities.
The grounds at this resort are meticulously maintained and the infinity pools are spectacular. The accommodations allow …

According to Budgetravel.com Amelia Island Plantation is one of the “Top Affordable Resorts in the USA.”
The 1350-acre Amelia Island Plantation is on Amelia Island and is 9 miles from the historic seaside village of Fernandina Beach. The resort has 72 holes of golf, 23 tennis courts, a full-service salon and spa, two pools, and a nature center.
Accomodations from Inn rooms to condo-style three bedroom villas providing ocean and resort views for any large family to enjoy. Families of five or more may also want to take advantage of the villas …