Family Beach Vacations
Planning Your Family Vacation Spot
Tropical beaches and tropical islands are located within 23 1/2 degrees either north or south of the equator. They enjoy warm weather year round with plenty of sunshine and warmth. Depending on where you are headed, there are many tropical destinations around the world, including Hawaii, Fiji, the Caribbean, and Bora Bora.
Hawaii
The Aloho State of Hawaii offers you several different islands and beaches. Oahu Island is the most popular, home to the infamous Waikiki Beach and Honolulu, the state's capital. Maui offers you several luxury resorts, 16 golf courses, and a 10,023 foot volcano. Molokai and Lanai can both be reached by ferry from Maui, or you can simply fly there from Honolulu.
Hawaii's Big Island is the largest of all islands, featuring Volcanoes National Park, with amazing waterfalls and breathtaking beaches. Kauai is known for it's tropical vegetation and has even been used for setting of many Hollywood movies.
Caribbean Islands
The Caribbean Islands are comprised of many different large and small islands, including the Bahamas, Jamaica, Barbados, the Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Anguila, just to name a few. The Caribbean Islands offer splendid beaches, crystal clear water, and warm weather. The vacation activities include diving, swimming, snorkeling, sailing, and even fishing.
Fiji
The island of Fiji is comprised of many tropical islands that are famous for their azure waters and sandy beaches. There are several resorts for you to choose from, including the Fiji Islands Resort and the Yasawa Island Resort.
Bora Bora
Bora Bora is one of the most amazing islands in Tahiti, which is located south of the equator - in the same time zone as Hawaii. The beaches here are protected by coral reef. The tropical island of Bora Bora is home to several resorts, and breathtaking scenery.
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