It’s not too early to start planning a spring break trip, whether it’s family travel, friends enjoying a vacation or a couple’s getaway.
© Miraval Resort & Spa
For Avoiding Kids
As a global leader in wellbeing-focused resorts and spas, Miraval Resorts & Spas offers three luxurious destinations to help create balance in life through mindfulness. The resorts are all 18 and older properties, located in Austin, Texas; Tucson, Arizona; and Berkshires, Massachusetts. Each property offers personalized, all-inclusive journeys providing luxurious accommodations; all meals, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages; access to the property’s extensive list of activities; Life in Balance Spa amenities; roundtrip airport shuttle service; and a nightly $175 resort credit to use at the spa or for fee-based activities. Take advantage of the comprehensive mindfulness programs, destination-inspired experiences and spa treatments incorporating techniques from around the globe for a peaceful and personalized retreat.
© Conrad Maldives
For the “G.O.A.T” Family Trip
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is a dream destination for every member of the family. Sure to be the “greatest of all time” trip for the family, the hotel offers the Majaa Explorers Hub, perfect for guests aged 3–12, and free of charge for guests. Highlights include a babysitting service, and meals and activities like sports, games, arts and crafts and marine adventures where little guests can enjoy the county’s rich culture in an age-appropriate way. The property features a dedicated kids pool where littles can learn the basics of scuba diving and snorkeling through bubble-making classes. For the ultimate escape, book The Muraka, the world’s first undersea residence submerged 16 feet below the Indian Ocean.
© Royal Palms Resort & Spa
For the History Buff
A staple in the fabric of the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, Royal Palms Resort and Spa celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. The resort oozes history from every corner and naturally opens itself to guests wanting to learn its history. The landmark property was originally built as a private mansion in 1929 as a grand gesture of love by financier Delos Willard Cooke for his wife Florence. The hotel later opened to the public as The Royal Palms Inn in 1948. Today, the hotel features 119 guestrooms, multiple award-winning food and beverage experiences, the Alvadora spa, a historic orange grove and more.
For Budget-Friendly Family Fun
Shining from a $65-million, property-wide renovation, the oceanfront Kingston Resort represents the future of budget-friendly family travel to Myrtle Beach. The property features a brand-new grand pool and the Currents Seaside Entertainment center, complete with two new water parks, perfect for fun for all ages. The property hosts a range of non-stop kids programming, with activities like sandcastle building, tie-dye shirt making, game tournaments and more.
© San Diego Mission Bay Resort
For Action Sports Adventures
Set alongside Mission Bay, San Diego Mission Bay Resort is the perfect destination for those looking for a beachside adventure. The property offers guests the opportunity to hit the water with Action Sports Rentals. This rental shop offers a variety of watersport and bike rental equipment, with everything from stand-up paddleboards to powerboats.
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