Traveling with the family is an incredible way to bond, explore the world, and create many lasting memories as you see all the sights and sounds the planet has to offer. What could be better?

Are you stuck for a family friendly destination this year? Have no fear! Here are some of the five best places to discover with your loved ones.

Family friendly trip destinations

1. Italy

Okay, so Italy is no secret when it comes to finding the perfect family vacation. However, the island of Sardinia is one of the hidden gems of the country and is located just off the coast of Italy.

Sardinia is known as a hotspot for the rich and famous looking to get away. Why? Most of the island is so quiet! There are miles and miles of rolling hills that give you the perfect view over the incredible Tyrrhenian Sea.

That leaves plenty of time for beach hoping as you enjoy plenty of fun in the sun. As with traveling anywhere, make sure you keep your travel insurance ready.

2. Australia

Australia teams glorious sunshine with friendly locals and plenty of exotic sights and sounds. There is everything on offer to suit all the family’s needs from city stops to coastal breaks and everything in between.

To make it even better, there are several free things to do in Sydney including Luna Park and the Royal national park. No longer does a family vacation have to break the bank. Now it’s just time to get exploring this magical country.

3. Jamaica

As if the white sand beaches aren’t enough of a draw already, this country also has plenty of resorts that offer up kids’ clubs if you’re looking for a simple way to keep the little ones entertained. Traveling to Jamaica is like having your own slice of paradise.

To make things even more enticing, the island is brilliant for windsurfing and snorkeling if you have little fish that love to get in the water, in addition to a chance to go dolphin spotting.

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4. Wyoming

It is hard to choose just one place in Wyoming that makes the perfect family vacation thanks to the mountainous backdrop and variety of wildlife on offer. As well as being able to go animal spotting, families can take advantage of the camping ranges on offer in many of the national parks as well as spend time with nature.

Plus, if you want to go camping, there are many great items and ideas that will help make the whole experience perfect. From toy tubs to solar s’mores – you can have it all!

5. Turkey

This country is a hugely popular choice for many families for a whole bunch of reasons. Their resorts are widely catered to making your vacation as fun and memorable as possible thanks to the kids’ clubs, activities, and excursions all on offer.

The Aqua Fantasy Hotel and Spa is just one of the many resorts on offer that has an entire waterpark built right into the hotel. What could be better than having all that entertainment on your doorstep? Plus, the spa offers up time to relax for the adults while the little ones enjoy some fun in the sun.

Also read: Secret tips to enjoy travel with kids like a travel pro!

Have you packed up yet?

There are so many brilliant places to see and explore in the world, how do you know how to choose just one? These are just some of my top five, but maybe you have some other great vacation ideas of your own? Be sure to let me know if the comments below!

*This is a guest post by Andrea Hansen, a frequent traveler!