Family Beach Vacations - Tips and Deals

The Westin Maui Resort and Spa is great for families and has a magnificent 85,000 square foot aquatic playground with five swimming pools and a thrilling, 128-foot water slide. Play a round on the Ka'anapali golf course that has hosted the PGA Seniors Pro-Am or stroll through the tropical and Oriental- influenced gardens replete with exotic wildlife.

Enjoy the beach in the hotel's backyard and the botanical and wildlife tours, then unwind in The Westin Maui Resort and Spa's collection of fantastic restaurants, specializing in Hawaiian regional cuisine and continental favorites.

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa on Kaanapali Beach is featuring a Family Splash Package that includes a lei greeting, cookies & milk in-room welcome amenity, daily breakfast buffet for two adults and two children, Westin Discovery Center (kids camp) at a two-for-one rate (value of $60 per day), daily resort fee and all taxes. . The property also has a "Kids Eat Free" program.

For more information go to the Westin Maui website

February 21, 2006 - Los Cabos, Manzanillo and Ixtapa Family Resorts

The new resort chain, Tesoro Resorts, launches in 2006 with three all-inclusive Mexico properties in Los Cabos, Manzanillo and Ixtapa (former Costa Real Pacific hotels) emphasizing extraordinary value, striking surroundings and treasured moments with family, friends and loved ones.

Hidden treasures have been uncovered and now they're yours to discover in Los Cabos, Manzanillo and Ixtapa with Tesoro Resorts' grand opening family package that allows unlimited access to memorable, all-inclusive vacations in sunny beach destinations. Valid April 1 to December 20, 2006.

Now families can explore the riches of Los Cabos, Manzanillo and Ixtapa without making a large dent on their wallets with the grand opening family package rate of just $116 US at any of Tesoro's three Pacific Coast Mexican destinations.

Rates per room based on double occupancy, all-inclusive. Kids 12 years and under eat, stay and play free when sharing a room with adults; youth 13 to 18 years pay 50 percent of adult rate. Valid April 1 to December 20, 2006. (Blackout dates and holidays do not apply). Reserve direct through the hotel by calling 1-866-99TESORO.

February 27, 2006 - Travel Deals For the Whole Family

Orlando is famous for warm, sunny weather and thrilling theme parks—but this exciting city has something for every traveler, from family vacations to luxurious getaways. And, when you book now for travel from February 20 through May 31, you’ll save 30% on your hotel when you stay four nights or longer.

Travel with your family, travel with your friends - pick the trip you want.

Book by March 17, travel May 1 to August 31, 2006