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LatinAmerica
Carla Hunt
AdventureLands
Ripe
for Family
Travel
Zipping through
Costa Rica with
Adventures by Disney.
Carla Hunt
We all know that family travel is a booming segment of the leisure
marketplace, and Latin America has some of the hottest spots of all.
But interestingly, what hasn't changed greatly in recent years are
Central and South America's leading destinations attracting family
travelers-Costa Rica, Ecuador and Peru. This trio continues to drive
tour operators to design extra-specially-appealing-and-involving family
adventures. Just a small sampling follows:
Tauck Bridges' family travel adventures take clients to Mystical
Peru, highlighting Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu. "Peru has
something to please everyone," says Tauck's CEO Dan Mahar,
"from incredible history and culture to outdoor activities that are
educational and fun." Priced from $3,808 pp dbl and with departures
scheduled for June, July and August, the 8-day journey features
accommodations for two nights each at the JW Marriott hotels in
Lima and Cusco, two nights at the Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel in
Urubamba, and an overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu
Pueblo Hotel.
Reflecting Tauck's philosophy of "shared enrichment" for family
members of all generations, travel highlights include learning
about the influences of the Incas and Spanish conquistadors when
exploring Ollantaytambo, Sacsayhuaman and Machu Picchu;
visiting a weaving center and a pottery studio; bracelet-making with
school children; a Peruvian pan flute lesson; and chocolate-making
at the Choco Museum. Outdoor activities include swimming with
the sea lions along the coast, horseback riding and rafting in the
Sacred Valley.
Adventures by Disney puts the accent solidly on the great
outdoors-from the Caribbean to the Pacific coasts-in its 7-day
Costa Rica family vacation. The highlights are many: exploring the
rainforests of Tortuguero National Park by boat, in search of exotic
animals; touring a pineapple plantation and meeting those who farm
a true working plantation; ziplining through the treetops of Arenal
Volcano National Park-a thrill of a lifetime; white-water rafting on
the Tenorio River (Class II and III)-or choosing the alternative of
a river float; cruising the Guanacaste coastline by private catamaran;
dropping anchor for frolicking on the white-sand beaches; or
plunging into idyllic snorkeling locations.
The itinerary is full of special happenings, from night tours of
the jungle to chilling out in hot springs, not to mention learning
to make mojitos. Accommodations featured are the Costa Rica
Marriott Hotel in San Jose and El Mangroove Beach Resort on
the Guanacaste Peninsula; both hotels can offer family connecting
rooms. Adventurers stay in Laguna Lodge (no TV or AC, but
private baths and ceiling fans) in Tortuguero and in Arenal Manoa
Hotel, occupying a working farm and with full views of the Arenal
Volcano. Departures are scheduled May through August, and again in
December; the tour cost covering most meals and an extensive menu
Two great island
vacation getaways.
Ambergris Caye, Belize
S U N BRE E Z E
Suites
S U N BRE E Z E
SunBreeze
Hotel
HOTEL
Toll Free 1-800-688-0191
S U N BRE E Z E
HOTEL
Suites
S U N BRE E Z E
SunBreeze
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Toll Free 1-800-820-1631
Prime location in the town of San Pedro, yet out of the hustle and
bustle of the town and easy access to all of the towns activites and
dining experiences. Daily scuba, snorkel and mainland trips can be
arranged. The Suites are fully equipped and ideal for families while
the SunBreeze Hotel features all the services of a resort. Great island
vacation getaways and a variety of packages are available.
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Recommend March 2016
Editor’s Notes
Hotel Desk: Growth of Barcelo
Tour Talk: Are We There Yet?
The New All-Inclusives For Families
Onsite Review: Sandals Ochi Beach Resort
New Happenings at All-Inclusives
2016 Delta Air Lines Europe, Middle East, and Africa Travel Guide
Family-Friendly Sailings
Spring into Hawaii’s Family Fun
New Choices for Families in Florida
Onsite Review: Icy Strait Point, Hoonah
What’s New in Alaska
Adventure-Lands Ripe for Family Travel
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