Ready for a trip to the Caribbean with kids?
Looking for the best Caribbean destination guides?
You’ve found the right place. We’re your ultimate guide to Caribbean family travel, and this page collects our stuff.
Mango Tree’s mission is to set parents up for successful family vacations. When we decided to create this new family travel platform, we wondered: Where should we start? It was an easy answer: The Caribbean.
We’ve personally traveled to more than a dozen Caribbean destinations, including Grenada, St. Lucia, Jamaica, Turks and Caicos, Saint Martin, Roatan, Puerto Rico, Bonaire, Curacao, Colombia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas.
Beyond that, we’ve done our research — a lot of it! — and gathered the best tips from our friends, clients, and other Caribbean connoisseurs who share our love for the region.
Our goal? By 2023, we plan to have the most comprehensive resource around for Caribbean family travel.
If that sounds like music to your ears, you’re going to want to save this page and come back and visit often! Even better: Sign up for our weekly newsletter, where we share new Caribbean content and hotel recommendations.
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Caribbean Hotels For Families
Below you’ll find our complete destination guides for traveling with kids to top Caribbean destinations — from the most popular islands to the regions hidden gems. Plus, we’ve compiled lists of the best activities with kids, kid-friendly restaurants, best beaches, and more.
But before we dive in – a word about hotels.
You can’t plan your Caribbean vacation until your hotel is booked. And you should know that we’re kind of obsessed with finding the best ones.
Although we recommend hotels in some of our blog posts, our pride and joy is our separate collection of family-friendly Caribbean hotels–which you can explore using search filters designed for parents. If you’re interested in finding the best place to stay for your family, don’t miss our find-a-hotel page!
Now, without further ado, enjoy exploring our best Caribbean travel guides for your next family trip!
General Caribbean Destination Guides
The Ultimate Caribbean Bucket List For Families
I’m not wild about the term “bucket list” to be honest; it treats travel experiences like something to check off a list. But the term “bucket list travel” has come to mean the kinds of travel experiences we get super excited about, and the remote locations we might only visit
13 Spanish Speaking Countries In The Caribbean To Visit With Kids
Exposing your kids (and yourself!) to different cultures and languages is a great priority to have when traveling as a family.
If you head to a Spanish speaking Caribbean island, you can get that language exposure while also relaxing on the beach! A win-win in our books.
6 Amazing Kid-Friendly Caribbean Resorts with Private Pools
Wondering whether any of the amazing Caribbean resorts with private pools welcome families? And whether there are hotels with private plunge pools in the Caribbean that are within your budget for your next tropical vacation with kids? You’ve come to the right place.
Bonaire vs Curacao vs Aruba: Where to Take the Kids?
Aruba vs. Curacao vs. Bonaire — Which do I choose? Each has something different to offer families, and each is amazing in its own way. Let us help you figure out the best island for your family!
5 Best Caribbean Islands To Visit In October
We have always loved October in the Caribbean. It is the low season for many islands, making it a great time to score deals and avoid crowds. If you see the value to off-season travel, the Caribbean is one of the best places to visit in October and other fall
The Next Level Resort? What is an Ultra All-Inclusive
What is an ultra all-inclusive resort? And is it different from the traditional types of all-inclusive resorts that families often select for an easy vacation? The term ultra all-inclusive has been popping up at more and more vacation resorts, so we just had to understand it.
Read on to find
15 Best Caribbean Islands With Kids
Overwhelmed by choice? Wishing someone would just tell you the best Caribbean islands to visit with kids? Don’t miss our round-up of some of the all-time best family travel destinations.
Pronunciation of Caribbean: Are You Saying It Right?
Have you secretly been wondering how to pronounce Caribbean? You wouldn’t be alone. Thousands of people ask this question each month. Get the answer here.
7 Reasons Parents Need A Caribbean Travel Agent
Need a vacation to look forward to? Learn how a Caribbean travel advisor can simplify the process, get you perks, and leave you feeling confident that a great family trip lies ahead.
10 Caribbean Travel Blogs To Inspire Adventure
Looking for the best Caribbean travel blogs? Mango Tree’s own Caribbean travel blog is meant to inspire families to travel to the region. But when we head to a new Caribbean island, we want advice from other experts. We turn to these 10 Caribbean travel bloggers and travel guides for
Bonaire Destination Guides for Families
15 Best Bonaire Beaches For Families
We recently fell in love with Bonaire as a family travel destination. This small island has so much to offer, including some of the Caribbean’s best snorkeling – and some incredibly, gorgeous beaches with easy access to sand and reef. If you love a good beach with turquoise waters,
Bonaire vs Curacao vs Aruba: Where to Take the Kids?
Aruba vs. Curacao vs. Bonaire — Which do I choose? Each has something different to offer families, and each is amazing in its own way. Let us help you figure out the best island for your family!
Why You Absolutely Must Go To Bonaire With Kids
We recently fell in love with Bonaire as a family travel destination. I just want others to have the same great experience we did! Learn why Bonaire should jump to the top of your family travel bucket list.
Colombia Destination Guides for Families
How to plan an epic Cartagena, Colombia beach vacation
Contemplating a Cartagena Colombia beach vacation with your kids? If so, you’re making a fantastic choice and we can’t wait to help you plan it. This vibrant city, with its family-friendly mentality, is actually the perfect option if you’re yearning for culture with a side of beach.
Run, Don’t Walk, To Cartagena With Kids
Wondering whether going to Cartagena with kids would be fun? Breathe a sigh of relief, you’re in the right place. We’ve got everything you need to make the right decision
Grenada Destination Guides for Families
Language In Grenada: Will I Be Able To Get Around?
While English is the official language in Grenada, it is not the typical language spoken. Instead, most locals grow up speaking an English creole that borrows from French, various African languages, and native influences. Before you board your plane, take the opportunity to familiarize yourself with a few phrases, and
Grenada With Kids: The Ultimate Guide
Grenada, oh how I love Grenada. This special island sparked my love for the Caribbean, and inspired the name Mango Tree travel. See my complete destination guide to Grenada with kids, with tips for the best hotels, beaches, activities, and restaurants.
Jamaica Destination Guides for Families
The Best Rum From Jamaica To Taste On Your Vacation
The best rums from Jamaica are emerging as leaders in a global rum revolution. Travelers who once threw a shot of Captain Morgan on top of their daiquiri are learning to appreciate the ingenuity and artistry behind more bespoke distillations.
Roatan, Honduras Destination Guides for Families
10 Amazing Things to do in Roatan With Kids
There are so many kid-friendly things to do on the small but mighty island of Roatan, Honduras. Our top ten list includes beaches, snorkeling, wildlife, animals, good food, and more.
You Must Go To Roatan With Kids. Here’s Why.
Roatan is welcoming, easy, and full of kid-friendly activities that parents will enjoy too. You could craft a top-notch family vacation in Roatan with kids of all ages. That said, if you do wait until the kids are old enough to snorkel or dive, that’s where Roatan really shines.
The Only Roatan Destination Guide Your Family Will Ever Need
Roatan, Honduras: Get excited, because this small island packs a punch! This comprehensive Roatan destination guide will help you make the most of your family trip. You’re in for a great adventure.
Saint Martin Destination Guides For Families
St. Martin With Kids: Don’t Miss These 7 Best Beaches
St. Martin / St. Maarten has 37 beaches. We explored the island for a week in May 2021 with two kids, trying a new beach almost every day. These are the best beaches in St. Martin with kids that we found along the journey.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: Destination Guides for Families
The Best Ever Guide To Bequia with Kids
Bequia is truly magical, and there are so many things to do in Bequia with kids. Visit Bequia’s best beaches, dive, snorkel, and more!
Turks and Caicos Destination Guides For Families
The Only Turks and Caicos Grocery Store Guide You Need
Looking for grocery stores in Turks and Caicos? We’ve got you covered for your shopping needs, so you can ease into vacation faster and easier.
5 Best Turks & Caicos Family Resorts (that aren’t Beaches)
Cringe at the idea of a massive all-inclusive resort? These are the absolute best Turks & Caicos family resorts for those who like a smaller hotel.
5 Best Casual Beachfront Restaurants Turks and Caicos
Provo is known for fine dining. But sometimes you just want a beach shack and island vibes — especially with kids. Don’t miss the best casual beachfront restaurants in Turks and Caicos.
5 Reasons to Visit Turks & Caicos With Kids
Considering a trip to Turks & Caicos with kids but not sure where to start? Breathe a sigh of relief, you’re in the right place. Start here.
A Magical Day Trip To North and Middle Caicos.
Cringe at the idea of a massive all-inclusive resort? These are the absolute best Turks & Caicos family resorts for those who like a smaller hotel.
Kid-Friendly Snorkeling: Bight Reef Providenciales (Coral Gardens)
Turks and Caicos has amazing snorkeling right off the beach. Our favorite spot? Bight Reef Providenciales – also known as Coral Gardens – on Grace Bay Beach.
US Virgin Islands Destination Guides For Families
An Awesome Day On Water Island, U.S. Virgin Islands
Spend the day on Water Island, USVI. The fourth Virgin Island is just a 10 minute ferry ride from St. Thomas but is often overlooked. Golf carts, cacti, beach bars, and more. Find out what to do on Water Island.
