Fiji family escape
Friendly resorts, shallow lagoons and island days made for kids and grandparents.
Kid friendly / Punta Cana / 7 nights
Punta Cana family week
Resorts with pools, kids clubs and calm water. Plans that keep every age busy.
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Catamaran dayCatamaran outings along the Bavaro coast mix sailing, a snorkel stop on the shallow reef, and time in calm natural pools. Choose a morning departure for flatter water, and ask whether gear and life vests fit children if you are traveling with kids.Browse related experiences Zip line or buggy tourBrowse related experiences A sample plan: 7 days in Punta Cana and the east
- Day 1Arrive, check in, and walk Bavaro Beach at sunset.
- Day 2Enjoy a slow beach day and try a local lunch of la bandera dominicana.
- Day 3Sail to Saona Island for the day, with a stop at the natural pool.
- Day 4Visit the Hoyo Azul cenote in Cap Cana in the morning, then relax at Juanillo Beach.
- Day 5Drive to La Romana to see Altos de Chavon and snorkel at Catalina Island.
- Day 6Visit the Basilica in Higuey in the morning, then ride horses near Macao in the late afternoon.
- Day 7Have a last swim and beach lunch before your transfer to the airport.
Where to stay in Punta Cana
BavaroCentral, busy, classic beach resortBavaro is the core of the Punta Cana area, with the longest stretch of resorts, plus shops, restaurants, and services nearby. It offers the widest choice of hotels and is about 20 to 30 minutes from the airport. It suits first-time visitors, families, and groups who want everything close by.
Cap CanaGated, upscale, marina and golfCap Cana is a large gated development south of the airport with a marina, golf courses, and calmer beaches such as Juanillo. It feels polished and private, but it is quieter and farther from Bavaro's shops and nightlife. It suits couples, golfers, and travelers wanting a calmer stay.Punta Cana and Cabeza de ToroClose to airport, relaxedThe original Punta Cana area and the nearby Cabeza de Toro beaches sit closest to the airport, with resorts along reef-protected water. Transfers are short and the beaches tend to be calm. It suits travelers on shorter trips and families with small children.
Arena GordaLong beach, large resortsArena Gorda sits just north of Bavaro and is lined with large resort complexes along a wide beach. It has a self-contained feel, with most guests staying on property, and the sea can be livelier than at Bavaro. It suits all-inclusive travelers who plan to stay put.When the value is best
Rates are usually highest from mid-December through April, with the holidays and spring break costing the most. May, June, and parts of early summer often offer better value with good weather. Late August through early November is usually the least expensive time, but it overlaps with the peak of hurricane season.
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