Looking to escape the Ontario gloom with your kiddos?
Now more than ever, it’s easy to book all-inclusive vacations out of Pearson International Airport. Hundreds of vacation packages from airlines like Air Canada, Transat and Sunwing feature stays at resorts that include plenty of entertainment for kids, from swimming and snorkel lessons to rock climbing and zip-lining.
Here are Village Life’s top picks for family-friendly travel that’ll help you beat the midwinter blues. Some resorts offer discounts for kids (including free lodging!), so check with your chosen provider before finalizing your booking.
Rates vary depending on booking date. Consult your chosen airline before booking.
Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun, Transat
Spend a week in luxury at the Hyatt Ziva Riviera in Cancun. This five-star resort features a kid’s club, massive water slides, and a kids-only pool, as well as high-end dining and spa options for Mom and Dad.
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort and Spa, Sunwing
This five-star resort has everything you and your family might need to enjoy a few days away from the slush of Ontario winter.
Multiple clubs for kids feature activities for every age group — little ones can do arts and crafts while older teenagers can play video games, pool and foosball — and location trackers are available to ensure parents know where their children are at all times.
At night, catch a high-energy performance at the resort’s outdoor theatre, or indulge in a tasty meal at one of the on-site restaurants.
Paradisus Cancun, Air Canada
What’s special about this 4.5-star-rated resort is the breadth of activities available for the whole family. Kids under 10 can hang out at the on-site kids club, while Mom and Dad take a cooking class or go for a wine tasting. And whenever the family wants to hang out together, they can go for a dip in one of four pools, including a kid-friendly wading pool.
The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences Playa Del Carmen, Transat
The Fives offer a range of activities on a spectacular beachside property, including horseback riding, deep sea fishing and zip-lining. One-on-one babysitting is also available for parents who want to enjoy the resort’s spa or nightlife.
Marival Distinct Luxury Residences and World Spa, Sunwing
This five-star resort includes an expansive playground for kids, as well as a shaded kids pool and special discounts for kids travelling with two adults. For the adults, there’s a rooftop infinity pool, plus a bevy of non-motorized water sports.
