4 Luxury Family Friendly Resorts
We’ve all heard the sentiment: “You only have 18 summers with your children. Make them count.”
That truth resonates now more than ever.
Given everything we’ve experienced recently, opportunities to celebrate milestone birthdays, take multigenerational vacations, or even gather together to grieve loved ones have, at times, vanished from our grasp.
But perhaps that open and empty hand has allowed us to receive a gift instead:
The understanding that time waits for no one.
And if not now... when?
With the phased reopenings of our National Parks and Caribbean borders, my family — and I suspect yours as well — has begun to feel a stirring.
A readiness to dust off those passports... or finally apply for them.
A longing to reclaim the freedom we lost and the connection we deeply missed.
If I could leave tomorrow, here’s where I would go to do exactly that.
The Resort at Paws Up
No passport required here — but a strong sense of adventure certainly helps.
The Resort at Paws Up delivers elevated luxury camping along the Blackfoot River with beautifully appointed safari-style tents featuring heated floors and separate sleeping quarters for the kids.
All ranch-to-table meals are included, and trust me, you’ll be ready to put on the feed bag after a full day outdoors.
Trout fishing, cattle drives, ropes courses, and breathtaking hikes are just a few of the unforgettable experiences available at this remarkable American treasure.
And the recently added complimentary kids club takes things to another level, giving parents the rare gift of reconnecting with themselves for a moment too.
Montage Kapalua Bay
This Maui resort is nothing short of fabulous.
Multigenerational families are a natural fit here thanks to the spacious accommodations and sweeping ocean views.
While Kapalua Beach itself may be smaller in size, it more than compensates with spectacular protected snorkeling.
Spend your days paddleboarding together as a family, floating through the resort’s tiered pools, or soaking in the slower rhythm of island life.
Al fresco dining, live music, and a strong connection to Hawaiian seafaring culture give this boutique family resort a truly special edge.
We may not go this summer... but we will go.
Amangiri
This ultra-luxury resort makes the list simply because it is exceptional.
Hidden within Utah’s remote canyonlands, Amangiri is home to some of the most spectacular sunsets imaginable.
The resort feels almost carved directly into the ancient landscape, blending seamlessly into the shifting hues of ochre, deep peach, and burnt orange stone.
The surrounding mesas and canyons redefine the words awe and adventure.
With privileged access to nearby National Parks and Lake Powell, days are filled with hiking, riding, exploration, and complete immersion in the natural world.
Evenings bring gorgeous dining inspired by Native American traditions and ingredients.
While not a traditional family resort, it is an indulgent and unforgettable experience for travelers of every age.
Jumby Bay Island
Antigua is open to visitors — and Jumby Bay is pure private-island magic.
Accessible only by boat, this 300-acre island paradise is blissfully free of cars.
Instead, guests explore by bicycle, cruising quiet sandy paths beneath swaying palms.
With only 40 rooms and villas, the experience feels deeply intimate. Everyone knows your name, and every greeting feels warm and familiar.
Everything you could possibly want is included on this idyllic island retreat.
While a complimentary ferry runs regularly to Antigua’s “big island,” there is honestly very little reason to leave.
The Jumby Explorers program gives younger travelers the freedom to discover and explore while giving parents priceless peace of mind.
If you are interested in learning more about luxury family travel, please contact us at How Far Adventures.
