Your ideal kid-friendly travel destinations depend on what interests your children most; Seattle provides a safe and walkable city close to nature, easily accessible via public transit.
Beach lovers will fall in love with Cuba and its soft sand and easy access, while history fans will find plenty to do in Kyoto with its historic temples and exquisite gardens.
Croatia
If you are planning a family holiday to Croatia, there is plenty to keep kids and adults occupied and thrilled during their trip. From World Heritage sites and beautiful nature to delicious cuisine – Croatia offers something for all age groups to do on holiday. It truly stands out as one of Europe’s premier family travel destinations!
Zadar offers numerous family-friendly attractions, such as the Sea Organ and Sun Salutation which create mesmerizing melodies through waves’ movement, while Old Town boasts narrow cobblestone streets full of historic sites and historical treasures.
Krka National Park offers beautiful waterfalls and natural pools for children to swim, splash, and explore. Additionally, hiking provides an active way to discover its sights.
Brac Island boasts stunning stretches of sandy beaches and picturesque stone villages to captivate both children and adults. Additionally, it’s an excellent opportunity for discovering its mythological past; Dragon’s Cave in Murvica village being particularly engaging.
Malta
Malta is one of the top Mediterranean vacation spots for families. Boasting gorgeous beaches and an abundance of activities that are fun for everyone in the family, from its rich history to luxurious family friendly hotels – Malta makes for a memorable adventure that your kids won’t soon forget!
Bugibba and Qawra resort towns located in the northern portion of Malta’s island offer beach holidays with vibrant nightlife. Bus services run frequently between these resorts as well as kid friendly hotels that can accommodate families.
Golden Bay beach offers children a fun place to run off some energy and make memories during their visit. With shallow waters and sandy shores perfect for children’s enjoyment.
At db San Antonio Hotel on the island, guests will find a pirate ship pool and mushroom waterfall feature, plus an in house animation team to keep children occupied and amused. Rolling Geeks offer unique ways of seeing the island with self-drive electric cars which offer both freedom and education rolled into one tour package.
Indonesia
Indonesia offers an abundance of kid-friendly travel experiences. From riding elephants in Ubud to swimming with manta rays in Komodo, Indonesia is packed full of fun for both kids and adults alike!
Morning: Explore Jakarta’s Ancol Dreamland, a massive recreational park offering theme parks and aquarium attractions, ideal for kids of all ages to experience water rides, amusement rides and the sights. Later head over to Bali Safari and Marine Park; here children can witness animals living their natural environments.
Take your kids on an excursion through two UNESCO World Heritage sites–Prambanan temple complex and Borobudur Temple–in Yogyakarta for an educational journey into history and art. They will marvel at its exquisite carvings while you get some historical perspective yourself!
Mexico
Mexico is an ideal family travel destination, from glistening Caribbean beaches to charming pueblos and historic sites. Families looking for cultural experiences should head to San Miguel de Allende – a colonial town declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site where streets are lined with murals in vibrant pink and yellow colors; particularly noteworthy is the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel church which stands out in this vibrant town.
Travelers seeking an idyllic tropical experience should visit Oaxaca State, located in southwest Mexico. Here, kids will have an incredible opportunity to visit Zapotec and Mazatec ruins as well as learn local traditions at market stalls. A highlight is a callejoneadas tour led by local musicians that weaves through each square in Oaxaca with music and dance!
CDMX (Capital of Mexico City), also known as Mexico City offers exciting museums and parks for fun family day trips. At Papalote Museum young children will learn about Aztec and Mayan cultures; older kids can discover pre-Columbian history in Mexico at National Museum of Anthropology or learn how money works at Museo Interactivo de Economa.
Singapore
Singapore offers families many kid-friendly attractions and experiences, including its vibrant street food scene, stunning colonial buildings, and fun art galleries. It is known for combining both tradition and modern elements into its vibrant city life and attractions – from colonial buildings to fun art galleries!
Families can discover Singapore through its various neighborhoods and ethnic communities, like Chinatown. Chinatown provides authentic East-Asian cuisine, while watching Chinese hawkers at work, selling handcrafted toys, and offering views of Singapore River – perfect places for families.
At night, Gardens by the Bay becomes even more impressive when visiting for their amazing Garden Rhapsody show – my son still raves about this 15-minute light and music extravaganza that still leaves him speechless.
Universal Studios is an excellent destination for families with older kids looking for thrill rides and movie magic, while Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Safari and Jurong Bird Park – part of Wildlife Singapore Reserves – also offer discounted bundled ticket options online to save money. Don’t forget the Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden located within Singapore Botanical Gardens which features hedge mazes, playgrounds, suspension bridges and water play features to complete your visit!
Malaysia
Malaysia can provide an unforgettable travel experience for kids and adults alike. Boasting exotic beaches, vibrant culture and plenty of hotels that cater to families, Malaysia is filled with animal farms, technology-based entertainment centers and other thrilling attractions that are sure to enthrall visitors of all ages. When traveling here with kids or infants in tow, remember to pack light and airy clothing as well as kid-safe sun cream. Also, rent a vehicle that accommodates child safety features like booster seats.
At KL’s ESCAPE Theme Park, enjoy an action-packed day watching feathered friends at Bird Park or testing your brain cells at Science Center. In Penang, Entopia will open your eyes to insects as you witness different species at Wildlife Park; or take in Malacca’s historical state with visits to Penang Butterfly Farm or Petting Zoo where animals such as world’s smallest horse species or white crow can be petted! Finally, Malacca also boasts its very own Farm in the City where you can meet all sorts of different animals including world’s smallest horse species or white crow!
Cuba
Editor’s Note: Cuba remains a top family vacation spot despite recent policy changes; with vibrant culture, music-filled streets, outdoor adventures and unforgettable sights it makes a wonderful family adventure destination.
Havana offers children an amazing cultural experience for young travelers of all ages – dancing with locals on the streets and riding vintage cars to explore a city seemingly frozen in time. Beyond Havana proper, kids can swim in clear waters outside its capital city as they discover subterranean wonders such as Cueva de Saturno. On Varadero beaches they’ll also appreciate shallow seas and plenty of kid-friendly amenities for leisure activities.
The provinces offer plenty of activities for kids as well, with Valle de Vinales’ UNESCO-protected landscape brimming with exotic plants and animals that entice hikers of all ages. Matanzas provides tours of castles as well as education on Cuba’s sugar industry; Cardenas hosts an animal preservation farm where crocodile conservation programs run, while horseback excursions and Pinar del Rio offers insight into tobacco production facilities where children can witness cigar manufacturing taking place firsthand.
South Polynesian Islands
South Pacific Islands offer families plenty to keep them occupied during a vacation, from lively beach resorts with all-day kids clubs, romantic boutique resorts, island excursions and adventure travel opportunities for the daring to great snorkeling, surfing and white water rafting opportunities.
Bora Bora’s Matira Beach is one of the world’s best beaches for kids and parents alike, boasting soft white sands perfect for building sandcastles on while the turquoise waters offer refreshing swimming opportunities. If you want an experience closer to nature, take a lagoon tour to view vibrant coral reefs underwater!
Viti Levu in Samoa offers numerous activities suitable for kids, from river rafting and visiting villages to visiting Robert Louis Stevenson Museum on Upolu. A visit to Marae Taputapuatea offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in Polynesian culture from Cook Islands UNESCO World Heritage site Marae Taputapuatea is another exciting family activity!