By Isabel Prontes
Jamaica is a beautiful island nation located in the
Caribbean Sea's Greater Antilles. Jamaica is a very popular tourist destination for people from all over the planet due to its tropical, island paradise vibe and beautiful
beaches. If you are planning to take a
family vacation to Jamaica, it is a good idea to consider staying at a family
resort, of which there are many.
Beaches Negril
Beaches Negril Resort and Spa is a Jamaican family resort that is surrounded by the sugar sand beach of Negril. This is a vibrant and lively resort that runs along a seven mile beach. There are a lot of fun activities available for the entire family at Beaches Negril, such as children's programs, a water park (including a lazy river, flume rides and water slides), banana boating, scuba diving, spa treatments, exercise facility, croquet, tennis and many diverse, gourmet dining options. Whether you are 7 or 47, you should have a fun time vacationing at Beaches Negril.
Beaches Negril
Norman Manley Boulevard
Negril, Jamaica
Tel: (876) 957-9270
Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort
The Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort is a family resort located in Jamaica's beautiful Montego Bay. This all-inclusive resort is a favorite for families due to its fantastic KidSpree Vacation Club, which allows children under the ages of twelve to stay at the hotel for free, and that includes dining. Other exciting amenities at SunSpree include a beauty salon, spa, swimming lagoon, beachfront whirlpool, gaming room, electronic casino (for adults 18+), tennis courts and state of the art exercise center.
Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort
PO Box 480
Montego Bay, Jamaica
Tel: (876) 953-2485
FDR Pebbles
FDR Pebbles is an all-inclusive family resort located approximately thirty minutes away from Montego Bay. With its atmosphere of tranquil green mountains and crystal blue waters, this resort is a great place to explore the sea, learn about where bananas originate and visit coral reefs. Pre-teens and teenagers will particularly enjoy FDR Pebbles with its exciting camp program and recreational activities. Parents will be able to relax at FDR Pebbles, as Vacation Nannies who assist in taking care of the kids are part of the experience. The suites at this resort come with amenities such as private terraces, mini refrigerators, living rooms, satellite televisions and rollaway beds.
FDR Pebbles
PO Box 1933
Falmouth, Trelawny
Jamaica
Tel: (888) 337-5437
Beaches Boscobel
Beaches Boscobel is a family resort located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. This luxurious resort is on Jamaica's magnificent North Coast. There is fun available for the entire family at Beaches Boscobel, including a vast golf course, massive Pirates Island Waterpark, game garage, whirlpools, five diverse restaurant options (from Italian and Caribbean to Tex-Mex and barbecue), six extensive bars, a children's camp and spa treatments.
Beaches Boscobel
North Coast Highway
Box 2, St. Ann's Bay
Tel: (876) 975-7777
Franklin D Resort
Franklin D Resort is an all-inclusive family resort located in Jamaica's gorgeous Runaway Bay. The ambiance of this resort is very elegant, sophisticated and regal. This resort is excellent for families as it provides guests with Vacation Nannies who help mind the children. Some of the amenities and services available at Franklin D Resort are a children's program, many water sports activities, nightly entertainment (including live music), tennis courts and two restaurants.
Franklin D Resort
Main Street
Runaway Bay 99999, Jamaica
Tel: (800) 654-1337
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.