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If you want to take the family on a luxury holiday, the Caribbean is one of the best places. There are so many beautiful islands with sandy beaches to relax on and crystal-clear waters to swim in. The weather is amazing and the slow, relaxed pace of life is perfect if you need a break from your hectic family schedule. But you must be careful when planning a trip to the Caribbean because many people get caught up in package deals. You can get a lot of cheap package deals, but if you go for one of those, you won’t get the experience that you are hoping for, and you may be very disappointed. It’s much better to plan your own trip, which isn’t too difficult if you keep these simple tips in mind.

Choose Dates Carefully

Deciding when to go to the Caribbean is tough because there are many different things to consider. You want the weather to be great, and it will be best between mid-December and mid-April. However, if you go during the peak season, you can expect to pay a lot more money and deal with some big crowds because all of the islands will be packed with tourists. If you travel on a budget or want a more relaxed, quiet experience, these times may not be best for you. If you go in the off-peak season, you will find that the prices are quite a lot lower, and the islands will be a lot quieter. The only downside is that you won’t be guaranteed the amazing weather you get during the peak season, although it’s still going to be much better than it is back home. 

The other thing that you need to think about is the hurricane season. It runs between June and November and it can affect all of the islands apart from Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao. If you go to any of those three places, you don’t need to worry. Otherwise, you have to be careful. You can get a very cheap trip if you go during hurricane season, but you are putting yourself and your family at risk. 

Pick The Right Island

There are so many different islands in the Caribbean, and they’re all quite different, so you need to think about what you want out of this trip. Places like Aruba are very popular for the nightlife, but they’re not great for a family trip. Islands like Grenada are ideal for active families that like hiking up mountains and exploring natural landscapes, but if you want to relax on the beach for two weeks, there are better places to go. It’s important that you spend some time looking at different islands and seeing what they have to offer, and then thinking about what your priorities are. 

If you want to visit a lot of different islands while you are out there, you should consider booking a cruise. Some great cruise packages from companies like Bolsover Cruise Club stop at multiple islands along the way and give you a day or two to explore each. You can travel in style, and relaxing on a cruise ship makes a welcome change from trying to navigate the airport with kids. 

Go For All Inclusive Hotels

Some people don’t like all inclusive hotels because they prefer to get out and explore themselves, rather than eating at the hotel each night. But if you’re going to the Caribbean with a family, all-inclusive is your best choice. The food and drink the hotels supply are always of great quality, making life easier for you. It saves you a lot of money as well, so it’s better if you are working on a tight budget. You can still go out and find local restaurants if you like, but you don’t need to worry about planning something for every meal and spending a lot of extra money on eating out. 

Research Activities Before You Go

There are a lot of great activities to do on most Caribbean islands, but like any place with a lot of tourists, there are always people who will try to rip you off. That’s why it’s best to research and book these activities before you go instead of paying for things there and then. The local tourist office websites or a good guidebook will help you to find the best places to book activities without getting ripped off. 

Following these simple rules, you can plan an amazing family holiday to the Caribbean and have a wonderful time. 

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