Family & Adult Ratings for Travel | Traveling in the United States
Traveling Internationally: Europe | Caribbean | South America | New Zealand | South Africa
How to Decide
Vacation Rentals are one of the most intimate things you can plan for your family. You have to know what you’re trying to achieve and you have to be cautious as to include any specific needs of a family member, including areas that are safe for small children, elderly, the handicap and pets. That being said, how do you decide on a rental? That’s where we come in. We can help by giving you an idea of what suits your needs.
See our Family and Adult Ratings for Travel Below
| 1. | Adult Friendly | (We recommend this location for adults) |
| 2. | Mix it up | (We recommend this location for adults, teens, and small children) |
| 3. | Family Friendly | (Our highest rating for Family Friendly areas, which include lots of activities and areas of interest for children, families and pets) |
If Traveling in the United States
Fort Lauderdale Florida - With the great white beaches, great children’s activities, and amazing shopping and dining. Fort Lauderdale has the Famous Las Olas Boulevard, where all you see up and down the Boulevard are Isles of Waterfront Mansions. Called the Riviera of Florida, this is a perfect place for your next rental. The beaches are child friendly and they can be used for Beachfront Weddings. Family Friendly Rating 3 - Fort Lauderdale
Cape Coral Florida – This is a Boaters paradise for the West Coast. Enjoy the time here with your family and take a day trip to Busch Gardens or several other areas, such as Naples and Fort Myers within an hour. This area is great for those wanting to rent a boat and a house at the same time. Enjoy a luxury rental with benefits. And the weather is always great, so you’ll have that added benefit. If you want something that is still reasonably priced and nice, this is a great place. Not exactly the place for small children as the beaches are a bit further away and there are less activities for smaller children, but great for adults and teens. Family Friendly Rating 3 - Cape Coral
Naples Florida – This has been the stomping ground of the rich and famous. Those who travel to Naples always enjoy shopping and dining on one of the best streets in Naples, 5th Avenue Shops. You will also enjoy some of the best events in town, such as the Everglades Seafood Festival and the Collier Festival. Also enjoy the many wildlife habitats in the Naples areas, where your kids can visit with wild birds face to face. Naples is a quiet and peaceful place to spend your next holiday with family. Family Friendly Rating 3 - Naples
Miami Florida - Who hasn’t heard of Miami, Florida, no matter where you are in the world. Once known for it’s Miami Vice styling, now it’s truly an adult’s haven for nightlife, find shopping, and worldwide cuisine. This city has been featured in television shows, movies, and for backdrops in magazine spreads and home to designers worldwide. The best of the best partying can be had in Miami Beach, where the night begins in the early morning hours and ends in the early afternoon. Visit places like Opium Gardens, where the nightclub is outside, and enjoy the different rooms with a variety of different styles of music. If you like a more laid back atmosphere, go to the Cleavlander, one of the best bars in South Beach, located just on Ocean Drive. You can sit and watch all the people walk by while you sip on a margarita. We recommend this area for adults, homes in Miami Beach do have a 6 month minimum, condos have a one month minimum. Homes are however available within a short drive to Miami Beach from Keystone Island and Golden Isles. Adult Friendly Rating 1 - Miami
New York – With it’s fantastic theaters that put on Broadway shows to it’s amazing artists and night-time activities, New York has long been the capital for those looking to Party. Where else can you find yourself watching an MTV spot in Times Square and then watching a Broadway show the next? There is no place like Manhattan and it’s crème de le crème restaurants and cafés. You will delight in the upscale designer shops and the exciting hustle and bustle of the taxis and people running to and from. It is truly a magnificent city and if you can do it anywhere, you can do it in New York City. Adult Friendly Rating 1 - New York
Colorado – Nobody has to twist your arm to go skiing if you love the cold weather. If you enjoy the mountains in the morning through your window and can’t sleep in anticipation of your next ski lift trip, than Colorado is the place for you. More celebrities are spotted here in the winter than on any other American Slopes you’ll find. Aspen is known for it’s over the top Chateaus and mountain Castles. The sight of one of these amazing homes would send chills up anybody’s spine. The area is filled with small shops, antiquing is great, food is fabulous, and the slopes are just to die for. Breckenridge is also another favorite to those who love skiing. The homes here resemble the Chalets in Switzerland and they hold their own to any international wonder. The more you think about it, Colorado is the only destination worth seeing if only once, even if you don’t like the cold weather. Family Friendly Rating 3 - Colorado
California - What can we say about California, there is just too much to do up and down it’s mountainous coasts. The idea of California has always been one of the Glitz and Glamour of Los Angeles and Hollywood. People would come for miles just to see the Stars line the streets. Nowhere else in the world can you find more actors looking for their chance to shine, it is truly America’s only Show Time spot. Not only is this area great for new actors and actresses, but it is home to some of America’s top celebrities. You can spot lots of your favorite celebs out and about in Malibu Beach or in Los Angeles’s best night clubs. If you are a VIP than this is the place to come. If you have a family traveling with you, try our San Diego area, where you can go to Lego Land with the kids and enjoy some amazing beaches. You can find rentals up and down San Diego’s Coast. From La Jolla to Oceanside, California, it’s all about the weather. If you like the wine Country, stop off in Napa Valley. Napa Valley offers some of the best wine touring in the world. The plus here is that most of them let you taste them for free, just take a cab on the way home. The best time to enjoy this location is during the summer. Winter months can be chilly so bring a sweater. Mix it up Rating 2 - California
Hawaii - When Traveling to Hawaii remember that it’s one of the best places to renew your vows or get married. Although the price tag on a Maui wedding can be painful, it’s quite worth it in the end. Stay in a wonderful oceanfront villa and enjoy the views of the Big Island, Maui, Oahu, Kona, and more. There is just too much to miss. Take a tour on of the volcanoes, just don’t pick up the rocks or you’ll have bad luck. You’ll get to see the most amazing things nature has to offer, the making of an island. While here you can also enjoy some great golf, whale watching, hand-gliding and lots of fun water activities. The best time to come here is in the Winter. Enjoy the warmth of the winter months. Family Friendly Rating 3 - Hawaii
The Cities in the US to visit are numerous, call us for more information on other cities we offer.
If Traveling Internationally….
International Travel is something most people try and take a great deal of time to think through. You have the opportunity to make the trip one that can bring back memories for years to come. There is however the possibility that you end up somewhere that makes you feel as if you’d made a huge mistake in traveling abroad. So, if this is your first or second time traveling, let us help with some suggestions.
Italy – When trying to book your villa in Italy you may find that you just can’t choose which area best suits your needs. You have the Coastal cities of the Almafi Coast or the western city of Venice. When Traveling to Florence visit the old churches and see sites that will amaze you. At some villas in central Tuscany you can take day trips to Rome and Florence and Naples all within an hour and a half. Italy is home of some of the most romantic and adventurous love stories. There is no way to describe the cliffs and beaches, there is only the exploration of this wonderful country. While you are there you can sample the wines, the homemade pastas and the cheeses that make the cuisine in Italy so famous. Travel back in time on your next Italian Excursion. Mix it up Rating 2 - Italy Rentals
Ireland – When you think of Ireland your mind may go back to all the wonderful epics that have drawn there inspiration from the majestic green fields and vast valleys, that go on for what seem like an eternity. Ireland is truly one of the greenest places on Earth, which has recently made Ireland one of the top destinations for Golfing. Ireland offers many treats, from Galway and it’s many amazing golf courses and historic castles, to Cork with it’s deep valleys and amazing countryside. Ireland is also a great place to rent your very first Manor or Castle. In Ireland it is quite easy to take that bit of magic and turn it into reality. This is also a perfect place for weddings, a Castle Wedding in Ireland is Majestic. You can have a horse and buggy carry you right up to the castle door and you can have your very own fairy tale wedding. No matter whether it’s leisure, work, or family holiday, Ireland is just as friendly as you can imagine. From the pubs that line the very quaint streets, to the hours of enjoyable scenery, it’s like finding heaven on Earth. Family Friendly Rating 3 - Ireland Rentals
Spain – This country has seen a great many changes over the years, but it has always remained one of the worlds top travel destinations. Spain can accommodate any type of holiday wish, from it’s beaches along the coasts of Barcelona and Gibraltar, to the valleys of Madrid and Cordoba, Spain can be counted as one of Europe’s Gems. The countryside is riddled with ruins of past battles, from historic castles to old churches, it is truly an amazing holiday escape. While visiting you may also want to take a day trip to one of the many Spanish islands of Mallorca or Menorca. Find your place among Spain’s wonderful history with this destination. Mix it up Rating 2 - Spain Rentals
France – When you hear the French speak it is quite moving, from the very words that fall from their lips you know that they are very passionate about life and love, and so France is often a place that is remember for love, and the inspiration of love. The Film Festival every year in Cannes gives us an indication as to how wonderful a country this really is. The Festival Celebrates the many inspirations and creations of it’s artists and it can do the same for you. You can visit Paris and be swept away by it’s many wonderful sites and sounds, reminding us of New York, but with an appeal to the masses. Take a tour through the Loire Valley and see amazing Castles that still stand the test of time. Visit Nice in the summer for some amazing waterfront holidays. Or take your adventure to Bordeaux or on a short boat ride to Corsica. No matter your holiday needs, France can accommodate. And don’t forget to sample some of their wonderful pastries at the many café’s through the small towns and big cities. Clearly the French know how to relax. Mix it up Rating 2 - France Rentals
Portugal - Clearly there are several countries that are deserving of our attention, like Portugal and it’s coastal beauty, where holidays are amazing and enchanting. Visit the many beaches and tour the cobblestone roads, where you are immediately taken back to another time. Or visit the Islands of the Azores, where you can find natural healing hot springs or day pack through the small cities of Graciosa. Portugal has everything a family could possibly want. From Fatima, where the Virgin Mary was first spotted to Lisbon where you can still see how this country was dubbed the “fishing capital.” It’s just as magical as it sounds and it would be a shame not to visit this very attractive destination. Family Friendly Rating 3
We may have missed some, but they will not go unmentioned, such as London in the UK, where you can find the best shopping and dining in Europe. Visit the very designers that set your heart on fire. Or you can visit the country and stay at one of the many bed and breakfasts, while enjoying the countryside and what it has to offer. Scotland cannot help but remind us of strength, family and unity. Take your next steps through this country by visiting the historic castles that still stand as a testament to their battles for freedom. Maybe it’s Switzerland you enjoy, with the unparalleled skiing and hiking. The valleys and mountains that capture the imagination and the chateaus where you can ski in and out for convenience.
Europe is best to visit during the summer months of June, July, and August.
You can travel the world and never find a better place to spend your winters than the Caribbean. All of the Caribbean offers family friendly activities. The beaches are the softest and whitest sands you will ever see and the hospitality is without question some of the best. You can travel to St. Martin, St. Barts, Jamaica, St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Thomas, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Bimini, Turks and Caicos, Cayman Islands or Virgin Gorda.
No matter where you go in the Caribbean a rule of thumb is to travel during the winter months, from November through till May. The winter and early spring months are the safest to travel due to the rains and the hurricanes that this tropical region experience. During summers you may find last minute deals for the Caribbean due to the weather. Dominican Republic has recently gone through a huge expansion of vacation rentals in terms of luxury. You can now find the most amazing beachfront homes for a fraction of other islands. Don’t be fooled, this isn’t the Dominican Republic of yesterday. Enjoy whale watching, sailing, and lots and lots of golfing. When traveling without a passport visit the US virgin Islands. Family Friendly Rating 3 - Caribbean Rentals
You cannot leave out South American when thinking of Places to Travel. South America has long been one of the richest areas for ecological travel in the world. From have a private tour through the Amazon, to your own private island rental off the Coast, it’s truly a wonderful place to travel. When choosing a destination in South America Remember that there is more than just the amazing cultural differences as you travel through Mexico, then Colombia, through to Belize and Costa Rica, then to Brazil and Argentina. These are monuments of time and the cultural a familial similarities and differences that have lived on for decades. You can find the most minute differences in foods and cultural rituals, but the atmosphere is always the same, South Americans are very passionate about family and love.
If you make it to South America, escape to Puerto Vallarta for a day to enjoy hiking through the mountains, or take your family to Cancun and enjoy the beaches and tourist attractions. If you enjoy Brazil, travel to Rio for Carnival or visit some of the most beautiful countryside you’ll ever see with it’s beautiful red sands and colorful clay caverns. South America has an abundance to offer anyone looking to travel. Mix it up Rating 2 - South America Rentals
If you are in the mood to find yourself lost, in a place where only a few would venture, than your escape may be New Zealand. New Zealand offers up some amazing features, from the Bay of Islands and the ninety mile beach, to Queenstown and Christchurch, where you can venture off into the beautiful blue waters surrounding. It is truly a slice of heaven to travel here, from the Glacial Mountains to the forests and spectacular lakes and rivers, some may even venture to take a dip in the warm mineral mud baths that are common throughout.
The Best time to travel here are during the warmer months of November through April. Since this is a great place to visit, we recommend that you book any villa far in advance, especially for any holidays you may be gearing up for. Mix it up Rating 2 - New Zealand Rentals
And finally we end with a Special last South Africa. South Africa has often been seen as a place for jus those who enjoy going out and seeing wild animals in their natural habitats, but South Africa is so much more than that. South Africa offers beaches and cliff-top homes, rural beauty, and magnificent Ocean Views. It has been said that staring out from the shores of South Africa is like staring out into Heaven.
When traveling here for beaches, you can venture from Camps Bay, South Africa, to Cape Town. You can enjoy the local shopping and dining unique to the area and sample some of the best surfing around. South Africa also boasts the title of “Sunny South Africa,” because most of the year they have great weather. With the occasional afternoon thunderstorms, some snow on the mountain peaks, and some areas with very mild winters, you can just think of this as an all around “year-round destination.” Adult Friendly Rating 1 - South Africa Rentals
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