Leave winter blues behind and enjoy unique, family-pleasing adventures
CHICAGO – 2013-01-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — For travelers whose idea of fun-filled family adventure includes elephant watching in Africa, desert trekking in Morocco, or cave tubing in Belize, the Preferred Family collection from Preferred Hotel Group presents exceptional alternatives for Spring Break. Using the interactive planning tool at PreferredFamily.com, busy parents can quickly identify and book stays at Preferred Family certified hotels and resorts worldwide with the confidence that age-appropriate activities and amenities will set the stage for a memorable family getaway.
Recommendations for Spring Break 2013 include:
Interact with Wildlife
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, a member of Preferred Boutique™
Montagu, South Africa
Free-roaming endangered white lions make for exciting neighbors at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, where spacious tented suites and private plunge pools offer a modern experience in a rugged setting. As part of the Kids on Safari program, families can view fossils and indigenous reptiles during nature tours, catch sight of elephants, zebras, and giraffes during game drives, and learn about the influence of the San culture – the country’s oldest inhabitants.
Learn about Marine Ecology
Gayana Eco Resort, a member of Preferred Boutique
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
A 25-minute speedboat ride from Kota Kinabalu City transports travelers to Gayana Eco Resort, which offers spacious over-water villas set between Tunka Abdul Rahman Park and the South China Sea. At the on-site Marine Ecology Research Centre, families can learn about the ocean’s eco-system by planting coral and engaging with sea creatures at the “touch” pond, while a 24-hour butler can help arrange other activities like jungle trekking and paddle boarding.
Explore the Great Outdoors
The Lodge and Cottages at Primland, a member of Preferred Hotels® & Resorts
Meadows of Dan, Virginia, USA
Families who want to explore what makes the Blue Ridge Mountains among the most beautiful and preserved in the world can participate in a number of outdoor activities while staying at the LEED-certified Lodge and Cottages at Primland. Options include geocaching (a high-tech, GPS-led treasure hunt of local nature trails), tree-climbing classes that take travelers up to 60 feet in the sky, and astronomy lessons at the Observatory Dome, during which guests can spot distant planets and identify constellations.
Discover a New Culture
Palmeraie Golf Palace & Resort, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Marrakech, Morocco
Families can get in touch with their inner Indiana Jones during a stay at Palmeraie Golf Palace & Resort. The concierges can arrange desert treks, explorations of Saadi tombs, and hot air balloon rides for a unique view of Moroccan culture. Located 10 minutes from the city center, this majestic hotel also offers an abundance of on-site programming, with options including an 18-hole golf course, five swimming pools, a mountain bike circuit, and a kids club (ages 4 to 12) offering treasure hunts and more.
Take a Break from Technology
Dromoland Castle Hotel, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
County Clare, Ireland
Offering 99 elegant guestrooms, a historic perspective, and a picturesque setting, Dromoland Castle presents a tech-free, activity-fueled alternative to Spring Break. Entertainment options to please family members of all ages include horseback riding, fly fishing, archery, mountain biking, historical tours, and excursions on the resort’s “Hawk Walk”, which teaches children (ages 2 to 17) the ancient art of falconry.
Experience Adventure on Land and Sea
Las Terrazas Resort, a member of Preferred Boutique
Ambergris Caye, Belize
The geographical landscape of Belize presents endless opportunities for adventure, allowing families to spend their days tubing through the country’s magnificent cave systems, diving in the Northern Hemisphere’s largest barrier reef, or zip-lining through the jungle. Located on Ambergis Caye, Las Terrazas Resort provides a family-welcoming solution for Belizean adventures, offering spacious townhome accommodations with fully equipped kitchens, full living rooms, and private terraces.
For more information on Preferred Family and special offers from its certified hotels, please visit PreferredFamily.com.
About Preferred Family
With more than 230 hotels and resorts in 39 countries, the Preferred Family collection celebrates the specific needs of traveling families by providing exceptional experiences in the world’s greatest destinations. Representing a unique dedication to travelers of all ages, the Preferred Family Certification program qualifies hotels based on their offerings for children from infants to teenagers, requiring them to meet comprehensive criteria in five age-specific categories: hotel amenities, facilities, programs, services, and entertainment.
About Preferred Hotel Group™
With a global reach extending into more than 85 countries, Preferred Hotel Group represents more than 650 of the finest hotels, resorts, and serviced residences in the world. Preferred Hotel Group’s brands include Preferred Hotels® & Resorts, Preferred Boutique™, Summit Hotels & Resorts™, Sterling Hotels™, Sterling Design, and Summit Serviced Residences™. Travelers gain valuable benefits through branded programs that include Preferred Residences™; Preferred Golf ™; the I Prefer™ Guest Benefit Program;Preferred Pride, a collection of TAG-approved or IGLTA-member hotels; and Preferred Family, a collection of hotels and resorts certified to provide a rich experience for travelers of all ages. For more information, visit PreferredHotelGroup.com and follow the brands on Facebook and Twitter.
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