We travel all over and almost all of the time, but one thing we don’t do very often anymore is travel with our whole family. These days, as empty nesters, it is usually just the two of us when we travel. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining. It is fantastic to have this time together after spending so much time raising three children.
But we do also love spending time with our kids, and their kids, so we are happy to plan multi-generational family vacations from time to time. Granted, it is hard to do sometimes because everyone is busy with jobs, school, and in our case, traveling, so when we all manage to get together for a big trip we like to find someplace really great.
That means we also want to stay somewhere very nice, which is why we are so thrilled to find a wonderful 4-star family hotel in Gran Canaria. Marina Suites features nautical-inspired Family apartments where everyone can stay together in one place. And they are decorated in modern styles and an attention to detail that is sure to make us all feel right at home.
These units have absolutely everything that we look for when we planning a family getaway. More than just rooms, Marina Bayview offers fully outfitted luxury apartments with a complete kitchen, a well appointed bathroom, and plenty of living space to spread out and relax, which makes us feel like we are in a vacation home rather than a hotel.
There is also plenty of outdoor space on the private, secluded balconies or by the spectacular seaside infinity pool and children’s outdoor pool. When any of us parents, from either generation, want to really relax there is an amazing adults-only relaxation area with its own pool, along with jacuzzis and Balinese beds.
But wait, who’s going to keep an eye on the kids? Marina Suites has that covered too, with their Octopus Kids Club. It is a perfect place for the younger set, thanks to Jack the Octopus and his helpers. Our little ones will not only be safe and sound, they will have a tons of fun creating arts and crafts, joining in group activities, and playing games with all of their new friends.
The bigger kids will certainly love the play area and game room where they can compete at more grown up games like ping-pong, petanque, foosball, pool, and good old video game machines. Clearly they will have a ton of fun.
But no worries, there is still having plenty to offer the adults, like maybe a round of golf, or an assortment of beauty treatments and messages, or if we get the desire to explore the island, Marina Suites can arrange car and bike rentals right on site.
Speaking of bikes, they also offer something that is new to us, Virtual Cycling on KICKR smart bikes. The sensation is as real as it gets with integrated slope changes, gears that can be customized and simulated gear changes. This allows each rider to create an incredible personalized and realistic indoor training experience.
That ought to make us work up an appetite. Good thing the Best restaurant in Puerto Rico is right on site. The EL PUERTO RESTAURANT kitchen produces an amazing variety of dishes that combine Canarian cuisines with international style in a fusion of flavors served by the sea.
The fun, seafood-oriented menu has collected rave reviews from locals and travelers alike. Perfect for any occasion, especially a special one.
Like say, getting the whole family together for a big vacation.
David & Veronica, GypsyNester.com
