3 Family-Friendly Caribbean Getaways You’ll Adore

With exhilarating watersports, azure waters, and a vibrant cultural scene, the Caribbean is the perfect family vacation destination—and an ideal spot to soak up some sun and enjoy a boost of vitamin D. First, you need to select a resort that caters to everyone's needs. The answer? Club Med’s family-friendly all-inclusive packages. Relax on the pristine shores at Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic, discover the natural beauty near Club Med Cancún in Mexico, and dive into the breathtaking landscapes of Hispaniola at Club Med Punta Cana.

Each of these resorts has become even more enjoyable for families with the introduction of the new camp-style Mini Club Med +. This extension of Club Med’s Children’s Club, established in 1967, nurtures kids and encourages their development through fun educational activities like a ninja bootcamp and nature treasure hunts. Read on to learn what makes these top Club Med locations in the Caribbean exceptional spots for creating unforgettable family memories.

Discover an eco-luxury haven at Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda, Dominican Republic

Nestled in the uncharted territory of Miches, the first and only property in the Dominican Republic, this new eco-friendly resort captures the area's adventurous essence. It’s also Club Med’s exclusive five-star Exclusive Collection resort in North America, providing guests with a chic escape in an all-inclusive package.

With four boutique villages dedicated to wellness, adventure, family fun, and adults-only experiences, Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda caters to a diverse group of travelers seeking a unique hotel experience. Sweet lovers can indulge in the Secret Chocolate Room—a kid’s speakeasy featuring limitless treats made from locally sourced cocoa—and discover how to plant and compost at the community garden. For adults, unwind with treatments at the Club Med Spa by Cinq Mondes, relax at the adult-only Zen pool, join a treetop yoga session, or enjoy the Sunset Ritual on the beach—perfect ways to conclude a day in paradise.

Dive into adventure at Club Med Cancún, Mexico

As the sole resort in Cancún with three private beachfronts, Club Med Cancún offers families endless chances to reconnect in a magical atmosphere. Engage in thrilling activities on land and water, from windsurfing and snorkeling to flying trapeze and archery, before unwinding in the newly expanded Aguamarina family oasis area, featuring spacious two-bedroom oceanfront family rooms and a dedicated family pool. For a more luxurious stay, reserve an ocean-view suite within the resort’s five-star Exclusive Collection space.

Designed for guests aged 2 to 17, Children’s Clubs allow kids to learn sailing or trapeze flying while adults enjoy facials or massages at the Club Med Spa by L’Occitane. Want more adventure? Book an excursion to the Mayan ruins of Chichén-Itzá or explore the underwater world while snorkeling at the second-largest coral reef, all included with Club Med’s watersports.

Immerse yourself in the island experience at Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Nestled along a 2,000-foot beach and just 10 minutes from the airport, Club Med Punta Cana welcomes solo travelers, couples, and families with a variety of unlimited land and water sports, ranging from golfing on a picturesque oceanfront PGA green to honing archery skills. Adults can indulge in treatments at the Club Med Spa by L’Occitane or unwind in the adults-only Zen Oasis, featuring cozy cabanas, a spacious pool, and a dedicated Zen Beach. Families can join the camp-style Club Med Amazing Family program, offering a lively schedule of weekly activities for everyone to bond and create unforgettable memories, including the Circus School by Club Med—an interactive playground with over 20 acrobatic and artistic activities for guests of all ages.

Starting July 2023, Club Med Punta Cana will unveil a fully redesigned beach bistro with stunning oceanfront views, alongside 90 newly renovated two-bedroom family rooms featuring balconies and upgraded modern decor inspired by the vibrant Caribbean.