Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Upgrade Your Family Summer Vacation


       Your family likes to take high quality summer vacations.  Maybe you are grandparents, who want to get all the kids and grandchildren together for that multi-generation trip everyone will always remember.  If these describe you, and you want a vacation for your brood that is both unique and will always be fondly remembered and talked about at family reunions for years to come; here are some great picks for kid-approved luxury destinations.  From witnessing the peak of the wildebeest migration in Kenya to indulging in 60 acres of green grass in the heart of Paris, there is something for families of all shapes and sizes.


Witness one of the world's wonders in Kenya

What a better summer vacation story to bring back to school than witnessing one of the world's wonders in Masai Mara, Kenya.  The peak of the Wildebeest migration happens in July and August, where tens of thousands of animals move out of the Masai Mara and head to the Serengeti - a truly incredible site to see.  Staying in a safari camp provides both luxury and convenience while offering interactions with both the Masai people and the extraordinary wildlife in Kenya.


A beach getaway fit for America's Royalty on Cape Cod

Summering on Cape Cod was made famous was made famous by the Kennedy family.  The allure of long summer days spent playing touch football on the beach, just as the Kennedys did, draws families from not just the Northeast; but from all over the nation.  Lobster dinners and whale watching are de rigueur on the Cape.  Meanwhile, the concierge at the newly renovated Ocean Edge Resort can bring summer vacations fantasies to life.  The historic mansion property accesses a private beach, boasts a Jack Nicklaus golf course and no less than five swimming pools.  Even the Kennedys would be impressed.


Experience nature and Viking culture in the land of Ice & Fire

A five hour direct flight from the East Coast, Iceland is closer than most people think.  Vikings, fairy tales, trolls, amazing sights and natural wonders await you and your family in this majestic country.  From geothermal spas, to spotting petite Icelandic horses, there is much to explore in this vast country.  South Iceland is breathtaking and the perfect base.  Try an Icelandic horse experience that will have your children talking for weeks.  In Iceland's capital, Reykjavik, be sure to visit the Saga Museum that transports guests to the Viking Age.


Ski and hike on the same vacation in the Swiss Alps

Switzerland's iconic chocolate box village, Zermatt, at the foot of the breathtaking Matterhorn does not disappoint for families this summer.  Whether you want to please one child by skiing one day and another by hiking the next, few places in the world provide this exciting combination of activities.


Visit the #1 Tourist City in the USA, Charleston, South Carolina

Conde Nast Traveler Magazine has crowned Charleston, SC "Top City in the United States" for the third year in a row.  This walkable city offers a heady combination of civil war history, bespoke fashion, and a vibrant food scene.  Stay in the historic and uber-luxe Wentworth Mansion in the center of town.  Add a few days to your summer vacation and venture out to the renowned beaches of Kiawah Island just thirty minutes away.  There is plenty of room for your entire gathering to stay in-style at the exquisite oceanfront hotel, the Sanctuary.


Summertime in Paris transforms the City of Lights into the ultimate family playground

Spring travel to Paris may be expected, but summertime travel to Paris truly is the piece de resistance for families.  French families and trendy tourists alike can be found beach-side at the Seine - sand and umbrellas are imported for a month for Paris Plage (Paris' beach).  The Tuilleries Jardin adds a seasonal carnival offering loads of cotton candy, Ferris wheels, and arcade games.  Your posse can stay in royal style at the refurbished palace of Roland Bonaparte, now the Shangri La Paris.  Bring your swimsuit, the stunning new indoor pool also has a luxe outdoor patio - perfect for sipping a delicious French wine while watching your kids work on their swim strokes.

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