Bucket-list vacations are once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to experience some of the best places the world has to offer. And when you do them with the whole family, you get the added bonus of creating memories with the kids to last both of your lifetimes. You’ve got plenty of great places to choose from, so we’ve compiled a list of three incredible resorts that will make your family’s dreams come true.
Baoase Luxury Resort: The Caribbean Vacation of a Lifetime
If you’ve been dreaming of a Caribbean vacation with the family, the island of Curaçao has beautiful beaches and plenty of ways to entertain a family. At its only resort, Baoase Luxury Resort, you can do all of those things in one place. The resort offers high-end luxury by way of private islands, villas with private plunge pools, private yachts and private beaches, home to calm waters where kids can swim easily and parents can relax and enjoy their time in the sun.
W Punta de Mita: The Ultimate Beach Getaway
Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit is known for tropical landscapes and 200 miles of Pacific Coast. In other words, it’s a tropical beach vacation paradise, and you get great food and culture to boot. At W Punta de Mita, the family can spend its time taking surf lessons, hanging out in a private pool-side cabana, or relaxing in a private plunge pool suite, all in between fun activities like snorkeling and whale watching.
Thula Thula Private Game Reserve: The African Safari You’ve Always Dreamed Of
African safaris are at the top of many bucket lists, and Thula Thula Private Game Reserve is the perfect place to experience Africa’s incredible wildlife while enjoying the luxury of a resort ]on a private game reserve. Located in Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa, this resort is the result of years of hard work and dedication from late “Elephant Whisperer” Lawrence Anthony, and his wife Francoise Malby-Anthony, who continues to operate it and provide a safe haven for some of Africa’s most precious animals. Luxury accommodations and a range of experiences make it an ideal destination for nature-loving families.
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