Spring holidays provide families a chance to rejuvenate and enjoy time together. Here are five ideas to consider:
1. Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa, Henderson, Nev. Have the bright lights and a retreat too when you stay at this sunny resort, just a free shuttle ride away from the glitzy Las Vegas Strip. Enjoy a family getaway that includes pedal boarding, paddle boarding and kayaking on the 320-acre lake, plus poolside fun with a giant slide, dive-in movies and a Kidcabana. Golfers will want to sample the newly renovated Reflection Bay course, a Jack Nicklaus signature track that offers red rock and lake vistas. Parents: It’s your vacation too, so make time for a couple’s massage at the Spa Moulay.
Contact: westinlakelasvegas.com
2. Wild Dunes Resort, Charleston, S.C. Stay on a lush barrier island and pair nature outings and resort relaxation with the best of Charleston. Sign up for a guided kayak tour through the low country salt marshes, where wildlife is plentiful. Stop at a hammock-strewn island where you can relax or take a swim. Play golf or tennis at the resort before heading into town for a photography tour or to learn about the distinctive ironwork that adorns the southern city’s historic homes, gates, churches and gardens.
Contact: wilddunes.com
3. Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix. With a full renovation completed, this historic resort offers a wealth of experiences for families. From scavenger hunts and water balloon games to desert hikes and kids’ fitness challenges, there is something for every age group. Sample a carrot cake facial, or enter the field-goal kicking contest. Sun by one of eight pools or learn about Frank Lloyd Wright, whose architecture inspired this jewel of the desert.
