These five resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico offer a mix of water sports, kids and teen programming, family activities and adults-only spaces, giving multigenerational groups flexibility to spend time together while allowing each generation to follow its own interests.
Grand Cayman Marriott Resort
At Grand Cayman Marriott Resort, families have access to activities centered on the water. Kayaking, paddleboarding and snorkeling provide options for active family members, while complimentary bikes offer a way to explore beyond the resort.
The property also schedules family programming including poolside yoga, movie nights, beach bonfires with s’mores, beach games and treasure hunts.
Younger travelers can participate in the resort’s Kids Club, where activities include cooking lessons, scavenger hunts, arts and crafts and marine life education. Adults looking for downtime can visit Botanika Union Spa or spend time relaxing along the beach and pool.
For more information, visit marriott.com.
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas
Families staying at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas can also build their itinerary around time on the water, including catamaran and island-hopping excursions, kayaking, paddleboarding and snorkeling.
The resort also has a Topgolf Swing Suite, providing an indoor group activity, while guided snorkeling excursions offer another way for families to experience the Caribbean together.
The Ritz Kids program introduces younger guests to marine conservation through activities such as coral education and beach explorations. Families traveling with children can also book the Ritz Kids Night Safari In-Room Camping Experience, which transforms the guest room into a safari-inspired camping setup.
Adults can spend time at the spa, participate in Water Tai Chi or retreat to private areas of the resort while younger family members take part in scheduled activities.
For more information, visit ritzcarlton.com.
The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort
The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort offers several options designed around family downtime and activities, including a family movie theater, family pools and an adventure park experience.
Children and teens have access to their own programming, with activities that include yoga, chocolate-making classes and creative workshops.
The resort’s Family Traditions program also provides items such as handmade coquitos, stuffed animals and beach toys for younger guests. For parents and grandparents, the property has an adults-only pool, private cabanas and The St. Regis Spa Cap Cana, allowing different generations to split up for part of the day before coming back together.
For more information, visit marriott.com.
The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort
Families can spend time together at The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort during organized beachfront bonfires and beach barbecues or around the property’s infinity-edge pools.
The La Tortuga Children’s Club offers treasure hunts, arts and crafts and board games, along with a children’s spa.
The resort also offers adults-only spaces and experiences for parents and grandparents, including a dedicated adults-only pool, spa treatments, tequila tastings and oceanfront dining.
The mix of organized children’s activities and adults-only options allows family members to divide their day according to their interests while still having plenty of opportunities to reconnect.
For more information, visit marriott.com.
Hodges Bay Resort & Spa
At Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, the family pool provides a dedicated area for families, while complimentary kayaking, paddleboarding and snorkeling give groups several ways to spend time on the water.
One of the property’s standout experiences is its boat service to nearby Prickly Pear Island, located about five minutes from the resort. Families can spend the day snorkeling, exploring the sandbar and visiting the XIV Beach Club.
Parents and grandparents can also take advantage of the adults-only infinity pool and Spa La Bohème, while beachfront dining provides an easy opportunity for the entire family to come back together at the end of the day.
For more information, visit hodgesbay.com.
