Located on the barrier island beaches of North Florida, The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island connects guests with the peaceful flow of natural waterways and native sand dunes. On a recent visit the hotel was primed and ready to shepherd in the holiday season. Even though it was December it was a beautiful day with the dazzling sun shining and warm enough for guests to dip in the heated pool.

It is ironic that I was traveling sans family, but all I could see during my stay at Club Med’s Miches Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic was all the family-friendly potential. 

The Hawaiian islands are so unique that it makes it difficult to answer that question without a serious inquisition about who you are, how you are, what you like, and what you envision for your trip to Hawaii.

Best of all, a travel advisor serves as the one-stop, one-number resolution to any issues that should arise. You don’t have to worry about calling the airline, the hotels, the tour operators – your travel advisor is going to take care of you.