5 Best Vacation Plans for Every Season to Book with Your Partner and Kids

For most people, the big family vacation is a source of dread, especially if you are planning to experience a new destination each season, when pressure cooker situations can arise making fights and blow-ups inevitable.

But actually traveling with your partner and kids to a new destination, suited to the season can be an amazing experience, but there is a lot to plan and an activity to choose, much before stepping out of the house.

So whether it is the sea, the city, or the great wilderness that interests all of you, here are five ultimate adventures to try out for every season that promises to deliver exactly what your family has been waiting for.

1. Summer: Caribbean cruise vacation

Some of the best summer family vacation ideas are about the experiences you look forward to having together and that is why the Caribbean tops the list of family vacationers.

With the onset of summer, the beaches in the Caribbean come to life, making them a popular cruise destination with ships sailing from ports all around the world to places like the Dominican Republic, the Bahamas, and Aruba to name a few.

The best Caribbean cruises will take you to prime diving spots where adults can discover unique underwater life while the kids gaze at loggerhead sea turtles and red-cushioned stars in the shallows.

2. Fall: Anchorage, Alaska

The crisp autumn air and the bright colors inspire your better half and kids to embrace the outdoors and for the nature-obsessed, it can't get any better than being in Anchorage, Alaska. Wildlife viewing by day, foliage exploring by day, and chasing the Northern Lights from a cozy hotel room by night make Anchorage a stellar family getaway for fall.

From mid-September to early October, you can score a front-row seat on a glacier cruise where you will see otters, seals, and whales as you sail into Prince William Sound or Kenai Fjords National Park.

3. Winter: Rovaniemi, Finland

Winter provides ample time to get away between the holiday breaks for a great family vacation with children that can create lifelong memories.

A real natural wonderland, Rovaniemi, the gateway to the Finnish Laplands has all the family- friendly magical attractions like reindeer sledding, October jacuzzis, and ice plunges, not to forget surreal views of the Aurora Borealis.

For families looking for more thrills, try going on a guided snowmobile excursion by night, before curling up in an ice igloo for the night, completely surrounded by snowy terrain.

4. Spring: Orlando, Florida

With schools across the country ramping up for a long break, spring is the most convenient time for both partners and kids to enjoy a theme park. Though the parks in Orlando are open year- round, you are in for a treat during spring.

Families will love exploring different animal species at Disney's Animal Kingdom, enjoy live entertainment at Disney Springs or continue with the fun at Disney's Boardwalk.

5. Rainy season: Kenya

Kenya’s off-season runs from March to May when most safari lodges and camps close down due to rains, but the animals don't disappoint.

If you are looking for an affordable, yet exciting safari, head to Kenya for a Big 5 safari. It is hot and humid, but it gets cool after the rains and importantly you will often have the facilities to yourself.

Best Places to Visit with Family All Year Round

Despite the changing seasons, these places attract equal tourism all year round.

1. Barcelona
Barcelona is famous for its beaches and stadiums. Due to its vibrant culture, food scene, and family-friendly attractions, it is the best place to spend vacations every season.

2. Vancouver
From outdoor activities like cycling and hiking to the most aesthetic beaches, you can explore Vancouver in various ways.

3. Dubai
Dubai is a business and entertainment hub of the world that pulls in tourists all year round. Experience nightlife, desert safari, and theme parks with kids for a high-octane vacation.

4. Melbourne
It is one of the most family-friendly vacation spots in Australia, punctuated with museums, theme parks, galleries, zoos, and national parks.

5. Paris
Visit Scienceworks, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, and ArtPlay with kids to provide them a chance to experience science, technology, and art in action.

Conclusion

Making vacation plans with family requires extensive research and decision-making. Traveling with kids means you do not have to go to museums and theme parks only, but the destinations with iconic sights, hands-on activities, and open spaces will work best.

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