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Central America for the Family

While there are some areas of Central America best left to seasoned adult travlers, there are many others that are family-friendly. Here we'll help you plan a vacation perfect for travelers of every age.

Beaches in Costa Rica

Costa Rica’s beaches rank among the best in the world. And since nearly two thirds of Costa Rica’s borders are coastline, there are a whole lot of beaches to explore, from Manuel Antonio to Playa Tamarindo, Jaco Beach to Montezuma. Let’s get started!

Family-Friendly Hotels in Costa Rica

Children are welcome at these family-friendly Costa Rican hotels. With features such as teen centers, children’s menus, kids-stay-free deals, these resorts make it easy to travel with young ones.

Island Paradises in Central America

Forget Jamaica. Forget St. Martin. The islands of Central America are just as beautiful, even easier to access, and can be enjoyed at a much better price. From the local and lively (Ambergris Caye, Belize) to the amazingly remote (Cocos Island, Costa Rica), Central America’s islands offer every kind of paradise.

Traveling with Kids in Costa Rica

Information on traveling to Costa Rica with your entire family.

Family Travel Files

An ezine about family-friendly international travel. Belize, Costa Rica, Panama, Honduras and Guatemala are covered.

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