FEATURE CARIBBEAN FAMILY HOLIDAYS
what Saint Lucia has beyond the
sandy beaches. It has a rich culture and heritage which parents and their children can discover during their holiday. In addition, from March 2011 there will be 10 direct weekly flights to the island, offering families more options."
ELIZABETH FOX REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF NORTHERN EUROPE JAMAICA TOURIST BOARD “Jamaica is an attractive holiday destination for families with not only some of the best beaches
TOP SELLING TIPS... Add a bit of luxury with
the V ROOM at Gatwick Airport (adults £20, kids £12) when clients book with Virgin Holidays
Waterparks are always a
hit – find them at Rose Hall Resort & Spa in Jamaica and Beaches Turks & Caicos
in the world, but also an array of attractions and things to do from canopy tours through the jungle and banana boat rides at Aqua Sol Theme Park to interactive reggae exhibitions at Island Village in Ocho Rios. “The island also has an extensive
range of hotel accommodation offering kids’ clubs and babysitting facilities, including the Half Moon Hotel and Round Hill Resort and Villas, as well as all-inclusive resorts such as Sunset Beach Resort in Montego Bay. Montego Bay, in particular, is a popular area for families and was voted in the Top 10 Family Destinations in the Caribbean & Mexico in TripAdvisor's 2010 Traveller’s Choice Awards. "The Jamaica Tourist Board has also
just launched the world’s first 3D Destination Film, which can be viewed at
www.visitjamaica.com."
WHE R E TO BOOK IT ITC CLASSICS
01244 355 570
www.itc-uk.com The operator has seven nights on an all- inclusive basis at Buccament Bay with Virgin Atlantic flights from Gatwick and return inter-island flights to St Vincent plus transfers. Prices start at £5,129 for a couple and one child staying in a one- bedroom suite.
HAYES & JARVIS
0844 855 4488
www.hayesandjarvis.com/agents Departing on September 7, a one-week all-inclusive holiday at Smugglers Cove Resort & Spa, Saint Lucia, starts from £3,996 for a family of four. Flights are with British Airways from London- Gatwick. Transfers are included.
From the Front Line
KEVIN COLES CARIBBEAN PRODUCT MANAGER, TRAVEL2 “From Jamaica to the Dominican Republic and the Riviera Maya in Mexico we can offer a wide selection of product at very competitive prices. The market is tough and that has
been reflected in the level of negotiated discounts offered by many properties. In some instances we have seen prices fall as much as 50 per cent. Great value, exotic, all- inclusives – with sun – are definitely among the biggest attractions for our clients. Almond Resorts, Elegant Hotels, Barcelo, Dreams Resorts and Beaches, to name a few, cater specifically for families. We are working hard to encourage
early summer sales with big early- booking discounts negotiated at all our key properties.”
KATIE PARSONS PRODUCT & CONTRACTS MANAGER HAYES & JARVIS
“One of our best sellers for families is Almond Smugglers Cove, Saint Lucia, as customers are
drawn to its wide range of land- and water-based activities, as well as the value that comes with an all-inclusive resort. We expect this demand to continue in 2011 as the re-branded Smugglers Cove Resort & Spa is now offering an improved children’s activity programme. For under 12s, Jolly Beach, Antigua is a really good choice. While children of all ages love Atlantis in the Bahamas."
VICKY PATTERSON CARIBBEAN PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE, VIRGIN HOLIDAYS “There is an increasing choice of family- orientated hotels in the Caribbean as hoteliers
and operators have listened to what families want and need and have acted accordingly to offer them exciting and memorable holidays. The Caribbean has never been more affordable! Virgin Holidays is offering kids and teen prices from as little as £399 in the school holidays at selected hotels.”
JENNY JACKSON PERSONAL TRAVEL ADVISOR “The Caribbean is one of the best places in the world for family holidays with Jamaica, St Lucia,
Turks & Caicos and Mexico coming out top. I have recently sold family holidays to Beaches Turks & Caicos and Dreams Tulum, where the clients loved the facilities, particularly the amazing new waterpark at Beaches T&C and the fact there are no hidden extras. Beaches also have a fantastic programme for teenagers including the Scratch DJ Academy and a nightclub.”
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