Finding yourself alone on vacation due to divorce, being widowed, or simply by choice is one of life’s challenges to be challenged and dealt with.
For single parents, the biggest challenge can be avoiding the exhaustion of keeping the kiddos entertained without another parent to help out.
Not everyone can afford to travel with their own personal nanny, so going “All Inclusive” is the next best thing, with top qualified childcare staff, and oceans of activities to keep the kids amused, you’ll really feel that you’ve had a holiday too – and a well-earned rest from chasing them around 24/7.
Happiness is an inside job
“Being a dad is not always easy. The life balance of being a single parent teeter-totters between my children’s happiness and my own. I’ve heard parents say, ‘As long as my children are happy then I am happy.’ That, my friends, is false. In order for my children to be happy, I must be happy first.” — Jon Vaughn.
Moon Palace – Cancun
For you, there’s a chance to relax at the rejuvenating Spa, or make new friends at the themed parties, music nights, and other activities. At such a large resort, you’re quite likely to encounter a number of other single parents on vacation.
Hard Rock Hotel – Riviera Maya
Some of the teen-loving temptations on offer are are an amazing Teens Club, the HardRock exclusive Music Lab (where anyone can learn to play guitar, jam with a band, or make a music video!), and of course a Splash Park and Water Slide.
Azul Beach Hotel – Riviera Maya
- Strollers
- Cribs
- Baby milk heaters
- Coloring books
- Refrigerators for milk and medicines
Music to Mom’s ears! With each room situated under a minute’s stroll from the beach you’ll be happy too, availing of the tanning products and that well-deserved tequila served to you right down by the surf.
Beaches – Turks and Caicos
That pretty much has the fun and sunshine break for your kids all wrapped up, what about for you? How about trying the 5 star dining experience at one of the 19 restaurants? There are 15 bars to have that nightcap or colorful cocktail – and you’ll love the pampering sessions available at their Red Lane Spa. If you’re the sporty type, then you might explore the deep with scuba-diving and other water-sports, or enjoy a round of golf, a game of tennis or perhaps take part in a basketball tournament and meet the other guests.
Nickelodeon Punta Cana
Between Aqua Nick (with its water slides, splash pads, spray grounds and a lazy river) and Character Central (where they can hang out with their favorite Nickelodeon characters such as SpongeBob, Dora the Explorer, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) your kids will have the time of their lives, leaving you free to enjoy the beach, spa, or just some quiet ‘adults only’ time. A big plus is that the “Nick” is a large resort, increasing the odds of meeting other single parents.
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