Day Three: I think I’ve seen the future of family travel. It’s called Azul Fives (http://www.karismahotels.com) and it’s about a half hour south of we’re staying just outside of Playa del Carmen. Originally, we were supposed to stay here—I liked the location (plenty of action in town for the young adults, Mayan ruins a short drive away, good diving and snorkeling right from the resort). But the resort’s opening was postponed until early 2009.
DAY 4—Welcome to a 21st century kids’ club. This might be the best kids’ club I’ve seen. Certainly one of the bestthanks
to partnerships with My Gym and Fisher Price at the Karisma Azul Sensatori resort just south of Cancun (http://www.karismahotels.com). There is a big play room complete with trampoline and balls to jump in.
If you’re a fan of massages or other soothing body treatments, you know how relaxing and refreshing a spa visit can be. These days, it’s not just adults enjoying a soak or pedicure. Many day, hotel, and destination spas are creating services just for kids.