10 Best Spring Break Destinations for Families

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Published 16 December 2021


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Having endured months of cold weather, students and parents usually have only one thing on their minds: Spring Break! From the best, most beautiful beaches to the top-rated kid-friendly resorts, we've put together 10 of the best Spring Break destinations for families.



Spring Break travel: Your top questions, answered

What are the most popular destinations for a family vacation?

Canadians love to hop across the border for a sunny and stress-free getaway at any time of year — and particularly for family vacations in March. Florida is a popular favourite among travellers from Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada, while Southern California is the obvious choice for Western Canadians.

What is the cheapest place to go for Spring Break?

If you're simply looking for flights and hotels, American destinations like Las Vegas and San Diego are easy on your wallet. But when you factor in meals and fun activities, Cuba can actually be one of the cheapest and most value-packed Spring Break destinations for families (especially if you stay at an all-inclusive resort).

Additionally, timing is everything! If you can manage to start your family vacation the day before the March break officially begins, you can typically save yourself a few hundred bucks. And as always, the earlier you book your getaway, the better the prices and the more options you have to choose from.

What are the best family-friendly resorts to stay at during Spring Break?

Flight Centre's travel consultants can help you find the perfect all-inclusive resort for your kids' ages, your travel styles and your budget. Check out our favourite kid-friendly resorts in Jamaica, family resorts in Punta Cana and family-friendly all-inclusives in Mexico (including Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta and Mexico's Riviera Maya) for some ideas.

Where can I find Spring Break flight deals?

Start by searching for flight deals on Flight Centre’s website or subscribe to Club Red for travel deal alerts, trip inspiration and more.

Where should I take my kids during Spring Break vacation?

Of course, it's up to you, but we recommend picking somewhere with white-sand beaches, water sports and other kid-friendly activities, and exciting nightlife. Take a look through our list of top 10 March break destinations below for some inspiration and fun Spring Break ideas!

Jamaica is one of the best Spring Break destinations for families
Jamaica is one of the best Spring Break destinations for families
Jamaica is one of the best Spring Break destinations for families

1. Jamaica

Where else can you take the kids to ride bobsleds through a rainforest canopy? Or climb up a world-famous waterfall? Or see a lagoon glow in the dark with your own eyes? Jamaica is home to beautiful cultures, mouth-watering flavours and some of the most picturesque shores in the world. It's impossible to get a real taste of the entire country in just a short Spring Break vacation, but that's just one more reason to keep coming back for more.

Fort Lauderdale is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Fort Lauderdale is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Fort Lauderdale is one of the best spring break destinations for families

2. Fort Lauderdale

Touted as the original Spring Break vacation destination, Fort Lauderdale offers the world-famous "Spring Break Beach'" with over 7 miles of white sandy beach, an award-winning wavewall and signature beachfront promenade.

Don't forget to check out the Museum of Discovery and Science, Flamingo Gardens (in Davie, nearby), the Everglades, Deerfield Beach and Hillsboro Beach.

Costa Rica is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Costa Rica is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Costa Rica is one of the best spring break destinations for families

3. Costa Rica

If you're looking to stay away from the Spring Break cliché but still get some sun and surf, consider Costa Rica. Combine a few days at one of the famous surf beaches with a few more days ziplining through the rainforest canopy.

Take a tour of our favourite Costa Rican beaches and top adventures in nature in between cannonballing into the pool.

The Florida Keys are one of the best spring break destinations for families
The Florida Keys are one of the best spring break destinations for families
The Florida Keys are one of the best spring break destinations for families

4. The Florida Keys

Why not celebrate Spring Break in "Margaritaville"? The Florida Keys (made up of Key Largo, Key West and Islamorada) offer not only great beaches and a hot nightlife for the grown-ups, but world-class diving and snorkelling as well.

Step up your itinerary with unique family-friendly experiences like beach camping in Islamorada, meeting injured sea turtles being rehabilitated in the Middle Keys' Turtle Hospital, and exploring the Fisher Museum's Potter-inspired “Renaissance Science, Magic and Medicine” exhibit.

Cancun is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Cancun is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Cancun is one of the best spring break destinations for families

5. Cancun

Cancun is a popular vacation choice for all types of spring breakers, but since that post-secondary reading week happens in February and the mid-March break happens in (well… never mind), you don't have to worry about crowds.

Enjoy plenty of family-friendly diversions like an underwater museum, epic days at Xcaret Park, trips to cenotes and fascinating tours of Mayan archaeological sites.

Nassau is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Nassau is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Nassau is one of the best spring break destinations for families

6. Nassau

The city of Nassau is the capital of The Bahamas and is increasingly becoming known as one of the best Spring Break destinations. It is connected to Paradise Island by a bridge which is home to premium resorts like The Reef at Atlantis and The Ocean Club – a Four Seasons Resort.

While you're there, take a trip to Blue Lagoon Island and meet the adorable local wildlife at Pig Beach, where you'll be sure to get lots of squeals out of your little ones.

San Diego is one of the best spring break destinations for families
San Diego is one of the best spring break destinations for families
San Diego is one of the best spring break destinations for families

7. San Diego

San Diego is the perfect choice for a family Spring Break featuring Balboa Park. It has 1,000-plus acres, 15 museums and the famous San Diego Zoo. Outdoor activities are aplenty here! You can enjoy bike tours, kayaking, SUPing and even surfing!

Puerto Vallarta is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Puerto Vallarta is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Puerto Vallarta is one of the best spring break destinations for families

8. Puerto Vallarta

Boasting an awesome nightlife, sandy beaches with turquoise waters and great all-inclusive resorts, you'll need nothing more to enjoy a great Spring Break in Puerto Vallarta. If you're smart, you'll tie in a quick trip to the Marieta Islands… it's a vacation within a vacation!

Get more inspiration for you family holiday with our quick expert guides to whale-watching and beach-hopping.

Las Vegas is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Las Vegas is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Las Vegas is one of the best spring break destinations for families

9. Las Vegas

There is nothing in the world quite as dynamic as the never-ending party in Las Vegas. And that goes for kids, too! Pack up the whole family and enjoy Hershey's Chocolate World, the Observation Wheel, aquariums, Discovery Children's Museum, and fun kid-friendly shows like Cirque du Soleil and Jabbawockeez.

Cuba is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Cuba is one of the best spring break destinations for families
Cuba is one of the best spring break destinations for families

10. Cuba

Spanish architecture, vintage automobiles and salsa dancing — timeless Cuba is waiting for you. If you're craving quality time at the beach, it's hard to beat breathtaking Cuba. There's plenty to enjoy both on and off the best resorts: must-try dining, tours of Santiago de Cuba, and snapping family pictures along El Malecon.

 

Looking to make your Spring Break vacation a memorable one? Chat with one of our travel consultants today! They can share recommendations and advice for all the best Spring Break destinations listed here — and more!

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