Atlantis
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to plan an affordable
family vacation in 2014, we can help you tick that right off your
list. Here are five easy ways to score some big family fun along
with big savings.
Atlantis Resort
Where: Paradise Island, the Bahamas
Why: Because this iconic Bahamian
mega resort has a stupendous deal on the table that will make
your wallet smile. The Deal: Book a four-night
trip including airfare with the Savings for All
Seasons offer and get $250 in instant savings. Book by
Jan. 13 and travel by Aug. 31.
Great Wolf Lodge
Great Wolf
Lodge
Where: 11 locations, including Texas
and Williamsburg
Why: Because this wildly popular indoor waterpark
chain is ideal for a family-filled break that doesn’t break the
bank. The Deal: The Early Bird Savings
package chops 20 percent off a winter stay of two or more nights.
Book by Jan. 6 for travel through Mar. 27. Use promo code
EARLY.
Resort at Squaw Creek
Resort at Squaw Creek
Where: Olympic Valley, CA Why:
Because this upscale and family-friendly
Lake Tahoe ski resort is offering a great deal on a family ski
trip this February or later. The Deal: With the
Book
Now, Ski Later package, you’ll save up to 25 percent on
any stay booked at least 30 days in advance.
Red Jacket Mountain View Resort
Red Jacket Mountain View Resort &
Spa
Where: North Conway, NH Why:
Because where else but this White
Mountains resort can you going skiing and play in a waterpark
in the same day? The Deal: The Ski,
Splash & Stay package includes two nights’ lodging,
breakfast, ski lift tickets to either Cranmore or Attitash
mountain, plus admission to the 40,000-square-foot Kahuna Laguna
Waterpark. Available through Mar.31.
The Cliffs Resort
Cliffs Resort
Where: Pismo Beach, CA Why:
Because this family-friendly hotel in Pismo Beach on California’e
s central coast promises an ideal midweek getaway for families—e
specially if your kids are still in preschool. The
Deal: Pay for three nights and get a fourth
night free (can also be used on a future trip), plus
complimentary daily breakfast for two. Kids 5 and under eat free.
Must arrive Sunday or Monday.