Best Affordable Fun Places to Travel with Kids Full of Activities and Amenities

 Vacations full of activities and amenities for the whole Family!

Many of us can agree that when you are planning a trip with children, certain amenities cannot be sacrificed, no matter how enticing the rate.

When it comes to bang for your buck, these properties deliver. They offer great value when compared to other similar destinations, as well as rates and amenities for both children and adults that are comparable or superior to nearby competitors.

Check out our next list of the 9 best affordable and fun places to travel with kids.

1. ROCKING HORSE RANCH, HIGHLAND NEW YORK:

With horseback riding, archery, water sports, an indoor water park, children’s program, nightly entertainment, a spa and more, Rocking Horse Ranch has something for every age.

The dude ranch is in Highland, New York, just 90 minutes from New York City, and offers all-inclusive packages, which include accommodations, activities and all meals.

It’s one of the best Family vacations places. All rates are inclusive, per person. The Resort is open all year-round, with monthly specials offering free nights discounted rates and no charge for children and teens up to the age of 15.

2. KA’NEPALI BEACH HOTEL, MAUI, HAWAII:

With a prime location on the shores of Maui’s famous Ka’nepali Beach, may think the Ka’nepali Beach Hotel, charges prices comparable to other large Resorts in the area, but that is not the case.

This budget-friendly Family Resort features lots of genuine Hawaiian touches, personalized service, a neat whale-shaped pool and beautiful landscaping along 11 acres of soft sand.

The Hotel allows children 17 and under to stay for free in the same room as parents. The Hotel hosts a free children program for kids age 12 and under, and the Aloha passport for kids program offers property tours and activities like hula lessons and Lei making.

3. COMFORT SUITES PARADISE ISLAND – BAHAMAS:

Looking for the best way to experience the Bahamas on a budget? The Comfort Suites Paradise Island, offers beautiful views of the Island as well as the neighboring Atlantic Resort.

Additionally, the Hotel has guestrooms with mini-fridge and free Wi-Fi, a complimentary continental breakfast daily and a pool with a swim-up bar for adults.

The major draw is that guests receive full access to the facilities at the Atlantis Resort, including the pools, waterslides, spa, kid’s clubs, Casino, Dolphin Cay and Aquaventura. You can also ask for signing privileges at the various Atlantis Restaurants.

4. UNIVERSAL’S CABANA BAY BEACH RESORT – ORLANDO, FLORIDA:

The first value-category Hotel to open at Universal Orlando, Resort, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort is a budget-friendly Family Hotel with the perks of a luxury Resort.

Families enjoy lazy rivers, pools and even man-made beaches;  movies, outdoor games, an arcade, bowling alley and on-site dining.

Explore the theme parks which are accessible via a complimentary shuttle.

The Resort rooms sleep up to 6 guests and offer spacious bathrooms with dual sinks, and kitchenettes for storing drinks and snacks, to cut down on costs.

5. IBEROSTAR PARAISO BEACH:

Iberostar Paraiso Beach offers affordable, all-inclusive rates that cover all meals, pools (one of which has a kid’s playground), organized activities, kid’s club, live entertainment and access to a gorgeous beach in Riviera Maya.

All rooms have balconies and free Wi-Fi.

The Resort regularly offers discounted rates, oftentimes featuring rates around $100 US, per person, per night.

6. HOLIDAY INN & SUITES, VIRGINIA BEACH – NORTH BEACH:

Not your average Holiday Inn.  The property has 3 pools, 2 outdoors and one inside, each with special features. There is also a movie theater and seasonal kids programming.

When it is time to eat, you don’t even need to leave the Hotel, as it offers three onsite Restaurants, including The Isle of Capri, with floor-to-ceiling views on the ocean.

The Hotel is situated on the beach at a quiet end of Atlantic Avenue, providing Families with easy access to the sand and surf.

7. DISNEY’S POP CENTURY RESORT:

As a value Resort, Walt Disney World, Disney’s Pop Century Resort offers Families a great value on accommodations. The largest of the five Disney’s Value Resorts, Pop Century is closest to Epcot Center and has 3 pools, a playground, and a large food court.

Purchase a souvenir mug and enjoy free refills on all hot and cold drinks at the food court during your stay.

Rates are extremely reasonable for a Disney property and guests staying at the Pop Century Resort, get perks like Extra Magic Hour, which allow you to arrive early and late to the

Parks on certain days, and free bus transportation to all Walt Disney World Resort destinations.

8. TYLER PLACE FAMILY RESORT, VERMONT:

Sprawled across 165 acres in Northern Vermont, on the shores of Lake Champlain the all-inclusive Tyler Place Family Resort is intimate yet full of fun for all ages.

The Resort is open seasonally, May through September and makes for a great outdoor escape for the Family, without sacrificing amenities and luxuries.

The all-inclusive prices are per person and include private accommodations in cottages, studios or Family suites; all meals, including picnic baskets or candlelight dinners for parents.

Infant, toddler, children and teen programs, tennis, sailing, swimming, biking, volleyball, etc; and evening entertainment ranges from dance parties and game nights to bonfire and ice cream socials.

9. LUTSEN RESORT, LAKE SUPERIOR, MINN:

   Located on Lake Superior in Lutsen, Minnesota, the Lutsen Resort features, cabins, villas, condos and townhomes, is open year-round with activities fit for all seasons, from kayaking, biking and hiking in the Spring, Summer and Fall to snowshoeing and skiing in the Winter.

During the Summer the Resort opens its kids – camp for children ages 4 to 12, which allows parents time for a massage at the onsite spa or a round of golf on the nine-hole course with no fees.

Lutsen Resort offers killer rates year-round, often around $100 USD per night, plus guests packages that often include free nights and meals or complimentary show and seasonal rentals!

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