Children Free at Aspen Snowmass

Plan your next ski adventure early at Aspen Snowmass, where children 12 and under can ski and rent ski equipment for free! This offer is valid for travel between January 1 and April 19, 2026 with bookings completed by August 31. A minimum two-night stay at participating properties is required. Note that blackout dates may apply.

Top lodging options include many of the area’s top hotels and condos, many with ski-in and ski-out access.  This includes the Hotel Jerome, St. Regis Aspen, Viceroy Snowmass, Little Nell, and Little Nell Residences. Aspen Snowmass features four mountains with world-class skiing and snowboarding, other winter adventures, quaint village atmospheres, excellent ski school programs and family-friendly terrain. It’s a perfect destination for everyone, from first-time skiers to seasoned experts.

Additionally, Aspen Snowmass is introducing its late-season pricing earlier than ever! Starting March 28, 2026, take advantage of reduced lift ticket rates and great-value lodging—making spring skiing an affordable and exciting option for your family.

Explore Southeast Asia with Heritage Line

Heritage Line, a Virtuoso partner, offers luxury boutique cruises designed for families, providing an unforgettable experience across Southeast Asia’s most breathtaking destinations. Specializing in the Mekong River and Halong Bay regions of Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos, Heritage Line combines fun, education, and relaxation in a seamless adventure.

This summer your family can enjoy a stress-free adventure with fun, learning, and luxury across stunning destinations. Highlights include:

• Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay: Cycle through lush landscapes, visit hidden villages, enjoy kayaking, snorkeling, floating fishing villages, ancient caves, and oyster farming. Private charters are available for an intimate family experience.
• Lower Mekong: Cruise through Vietnam and Cambodia, combining enriching excursions with onboard luxury. Activities include cycling, pool fun for kids, spa relaxation for parents, and tailored private shore excursions.

Book by July 31 and your family can save 20% off two cabins or more, special children’s rate for up to age 14, free extra beds for children, and special charter rates for larger family groups.  As an added treat, mom gets an hour massage, dad gets a glass of beer daily and children get free ice cream.

Multi-Gen Perfection at Park Hyatt St. Kitts

The Park Hyatt St. Kitts introduces an exclusive lodging option for family groups: The Park Reserve Collection. This luxurious offering combines individual suites and guestrooms within a single building, available for booking as a private, exclusive-use complex.

Each complex is anchored by a premium top-floor suite, designed to serve as the central gathering space. The Park Reserve Collection offers multiple configurations that can sleep 16-29 people with a variation of beachside and ocean view rooms and suites and a private rooftop pool.

Exclusive Perks with Your Stay:

• Personalized family-style welcome amenity in the top floor suite
• Dedicated service of a “Personal Explorer” Concierge
• The reserved private cabana for a day
• A hosted one-hour game night with popcorn and soft drinks in the Topgolf Swing Suite
• A private beach bonfire under the stars
• An outdoor movie experience

The resort offers a wide range of ocean activities, including snorkeling, paddleboarding, and kayaking, alongside land-based options like basketball, pickleball, and the Topgolf Swing Suite. Kids can enjoy Island Fort by Camp Hyatt, featuring an expansive playground with a rock-climbing wall, arts and crafts, and take-home mementos.

Fun Family Experiences Across Europe

LivTours, one of our favorite tour companies, offers exceptional private and small-group tours across Europe, with a special emphasis on Italy. We’re especially excited about their newly launched Family Experiences, designed to captivate children aged 5 to 11 by turning each stop into an interactive adventure filled with treasure hunts, games, and mysteries to solve.

Led by LivTours’ top-rated guides, children can actively explore and engage with history, receiving a keepsake booklet, a collectible pin, and a prize along the way. Best of all, storytelling is crafted to entertain adults too, ensuring an enriching experience for the entire family.

These tours bring Europe’s most iconic museums and landmarks to life for young explorers and their families:

• World-Class Museums: Explore the British Museum, Uffizi Gallery, and the Louvre.
• Archaeological Marvels: Discover the Colosseum, the Catacombs of Rome, and Pompeii.
• Historical Landmarks: Visit Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, or dive into the wonders of the Vatican.

LivTours’ Family Experiences make learning fun and engaging, transforming Europe’s history and culture into lasting memories for everyone.

Trip Review: A Deer Valley Ski Adventure

This winter, the Silverstein family—three generations from Florida and North Carolina—gathered at Deer Valley for an unforgettable and annual ski vacation. The group of 10 with 6 adults and 4 children ages 1-6 faced a last-minute challenge when a water leak rendered their original Park City rental unusable. Thankfully, Villas of Distinction and their local rental company swiftly found a new home that met their needs: a spacious retreat in the exclusive Deer Crest Estates in nearby Deer Valley.

Nestled in a gated community, the new rental provided private ski-in/ski-out access to Deer Valley Resort’s slopes, stunning views, and proximity to Main Street. The spacious home featured a hot tub, personal theater, and game room—perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes. While the property showed minor wear, it offered ample space for everyone to relax and enjoy each other.

The trip focused on skiing, a highlight for the younger generation and excellent ski conditions for the more seasoned adult skiers. The family’s school-aged children, ages 5 and 6, loved their ski school experience so much they were in tears when it was time to leave—a sure sign of a successful adventure and newly honed skills for future trips.

To make the trip more seamless, the family rented SUVs on arrival; so they could easily get around town for dining and visiting an indoor play area with all the children one day.  They also relied on Baby Quip rentals to ensure their youngest members had everything they needed. Meanwhile, Ski Butlers provided convenient ski rental delivery, streamlining the preparation for their days on the slopes.

The Silverstein’s Deer Valley getaway showcased the magic of a well-coordinated family vacation, complete with unforgettable memories across generations.

Travel Tip: Aviation Consumer Protections

With the busy summer travel season approaching, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with your rights as an air traveler. The Aviation Consumer Protection website provides detailed information on the protections available to you during air travel, covering areas like refunds, delays, cancellations, and more.

Key Areas of Protection

1. Refunds
   • Airlines must refund ticket costs in certain cases, such as flight cancellations or significant delays.
2. Flight Delays and Cancellations
   • When delays or cancellations are within the airline’s control, they are required to provide assistance and, in some cases, compensation.
3. Bumping and Oversales
   • Airlines must follow specific rules when overselling flights, including offering voluntary compensation for passengers who agree to take a later flight.
4. Disability Accommodations
   • Airlines must provide reasonable accommodations for passengers with disabilities and are prohibited from discrimination.
5. Tarmac Delays
   • Airlines have strict limits on how long they can keep passengers on the tarmac without deplaning.
6. Baggage Handling
   • Airlines are responsible for checked baggage and must compensate for lost, delayed, or damaged items.
7. Discrimination Protections
   • Airlines cannot discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, or ancestry.
8. Additional Protections
   • Consumer protections extend to ticket purchases, family seating, frequent flyer programs, charter flights, and privacy concerns.

For more details or to file a complaint, visit Aviation Consumer Protection. Stay informed and travel confidently this summer!