I think we all can agree that traveling can sometimes be stressful, especially when the children are along. It can easily get to the point where us adults aren’t really having much of a vacation at all because we are constantly having to make plans and find ways to entertain the youngsters.
Well, we think that we have found a practically perfect solution to this problem, an amazing Family-friendly hotel in Puerto Rico Gran Canaria. Why do we think this? Let’s take a look at all of the great reasons that we have discovered.
First, for a family vacation to be successful and fun for the kids, yet also fully relaxing for the adults, two things need to be certain, great accommodations that know how to cater to kids, and a fantastic destination with a ton of exciting, interesting, and kid friendly attractions.
The Marina Suites Hotel and the island of Gran Canaria check off both of those in grand style. The hotel is much more than a typical hotel because the units have absolutely everything that we look for when we planning a family getaway. They are much more than just rooms, these are completely setup luxury apartments that have a complete kitchen, a well appointed bathroom, and plenty of living space to spread out and relax, so that everyone can feel right at home.
There is also plenty of outdoor space on the private, secluded balconies or by the spectacular seaside infinity pool and children’s outdoor pool where all of us parents, or grandparents, can really kick back with magnificent views of the beautiful Atlantic Ocean that serve as the background for the entire vacation.
The Octopus Kids Club at Marina Suites is so much fun that the kids will actually be asking to go. It is a perfect place for the younger set, thanks to Jack the Octopus and his helpers. Not only will all of the younger set be safe and sound, they will have a blast playing games, creating arts and crafts, and joining in the group activities with all of their new friends.
Another thing we have learned after traveling with our three kids when they were young, and now with our grandchildren, is that going out to restaurants for every meal can really raise the stress level. It’s hard for younger children to sit still that long so the adults end up hurrying through meals or one of us has to entertain the kids and miss out on enjoying the meal.
So what’s the solution? Marina Suites has Family suites with kitchen in Gran Canaria. Yup, a fully equipped kitchen means we all can eat at our leisure, or plan family dinners with the whole crew in the comfort of our own apartment. No more stressing out about if the kids might have a melt down.
And Gran Canaria is an ideal choice for families like ours that are looking for fun and memorable experiences without sacrificing comfort and relaxation. Everyone loves the beach, or how about renting bikes to explore the area.
Some of the adults can get in a round of golf, while others will appreciate the spa for an assortment of beauty treatments and messages. While both young and old will be amazed by the infinity pool and it’s never ending horizon that seems to go right into the ocean.
That should certainly take the stress away.
David & Veronica, GypsyNester.com
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