More and more families recognize the benefits of annual trips abroad—both for expanding a child’s culture and spending quality time as a family. Despite what you may hear, though, an exotic vacation doesn’t have to be an expensive vacation. If you want to plan a trip for the coming year, check out our list of these five exotic family vacations that you can afford.
5 Stunning Exotic Family Vacations to Plan for
1. Ireland
Ireland has an incredibly family-friendly culture. If you’ve got little ones, the various activities and sight-seeing places in the country are more than accommodating. Not to mention, almost everyone loves a castle, and Ireland has plenty of them for you to see. There are also numerous natural wonders to take in—the cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and many picture-perfect villages. Take a flight on Norwegian Air for cheap and stay in one of the many inexpensive rental homes—you won’t want to miss seeing the Emerald Isle.
2. Costa Rica
Whether your family likes to explore nature or relax by a pool, Costa Rica has all that and so much more. From numerous national parks and reserves to endless beaches and ocean views, Costa Rica is one of those places you can go with your family and come back to every year. The country is incredibly kid-friendly—if you’re trying to eat and your baby is fussing, waitresses are there to sit and rock the baby as you finish your meal. One of the hardest things about planning a trip to Costa Rica is figuring out what to include. There are so many activities for the family to enjoy, and almost all of them are reasonably priced and affordable.
3. Greek Islands
It may seem odd to have the Greek Islands on a list of affordable exotic family vacations. If you steer clear of the super famous islands like Santorini, and head to Rhodes or Kefalonia instead, you’ll find affordability. These lesser-known islands have plenty of gorgeous rental homes and hotels with cheap rates. The stunning sights you see in postcards are free to see—just go on a walk and take it all in. Your family will get hooked on the fresh seafood and Mediterranean meals while you relax on the Greek Islands.
4. Belize
Probably one of the top-rated exotic vacation destinations, Belize has families coming back year after year. Offering something for beach bums, rainforest lovers, and history buffs alike, there are plenty of activities for you and your family to try out. The prices for activities are cheap, so why not zipline through the rainforest? Fortunately, food prices are ridiculously low—so you can easily fill up after a long, activity-filled day.
5. Iceland
Iceland on a budget? No problem—there are plenty of activities to do, sights to see, and places to stay that won’t break the bank. Saving money in Iceland doesn’t have to be difficult, and you and your family can still have your fill of diverse experiences. Relax in the steaming spas and explore the vast villages. A bit more of a relaxing exotic vacation, there is plenty to do and see in this country that’s different than what you can experience at home, such as the Northern Lights.
