So the Barbados trip fell apart (long story lol) so now have some aeroplan Miles to use up within a year. Any suggestions for a quick/easy flight (direct would be preferred) somewhere warm/fun that my 9yo daughter and I could go to? We have almost 80k miles to use up so could go anywhere in North America (including Hawaii), Caribbean or Central America. We’ve done Seattle, Disney World, Costa Rica, several islands (via cruises mostly so short stops), Miami, Kauai and Maui. Looking for something a little different. May even consider an all-inclusive which typically is not our style but maybe good for some chill time. Thank you.

Why not China or Japan?

Have you looked into the
Atlantis Bahamas? My family was just there and it was wonderful. So much to do for all age groups. My 9 year old nephew, and 12 and 14 year old nieces just loved it!!
If you like Hawaii then the Bigislandhawaii is amazing!! There is a stop in Vancouver but the island is worth it!! So much to do! Volcanoes, beaches, hiking and so much more.

Atlantis is crazy $$$ isn’t it? I have looked though and it looks pretty cool. And agree on Big Island - it’s on list BUT likely save for a longer trip with the entire family. This is just my daughter and I and my better half gets a little upset if we do anything too exciting without including her!

Darren yes at.antis is a bit expensive. If you stay on the resort though you get access to places the day pass doesn't let you. The watermark is awesome. We went to. Grocery store to help control cost. You can rent a fridge in your room for 16 a day. Some rooms include it.

RIU Jalisco,,,PV Mexico awsome place for a family.

Looks great. All inclusive I assume? Any damage from recent hurricanes? You’ve been before?

yup,,all incl. no dmg,,very nice clean place,,great kids stuff to do aswell,,awsome staff great food.

been there atleast 10 times,,,just got home 4 days ago...LOL

Can you book flights and hotel separately or best to book through an all inclusive vacations company? Online said $225/night which is not bad assuming that is the all inclusive rate.

Just noticed you are from Barbados! That was original plan lol. My dad was going to stay for several months but it was too hot for him and he said the island was “dirty”. He came home after a few days. That’s why we have the aeroplan credit, we were going to visit before he bailed.

checkout sunwing online,,cheaper than 225/night I'm sure.

when were you going??

We’re flexible. Feb maybe. Or you mean Barbados? We were supposed to leave late tonight!

I just checked for you,,,mid Feb, about $2,100for a wek,,but that will drop closer to departure date.

no Mexico

sunwing was around $4200 with flights. I’ll have to check if the $225 was each or for both.

That’s $2100pp. They must charge full price for kids as went to $4200. $224/night (USD) for room online. May work well if can get flights from Aeroplan.

get a travel agent to check if a flight is cheaper then just book the resort alone.

I’ll look into it. Thanks for the suggestion. Riu looks like a good brand - I’ve looked at a few.

you want the RIU Jalisco,,the palace is alot more money and boring.

Panama
Nicaragua (check out Casa Canada on Corn Island)
Guanajuato Mexico
Mexico City
Oaxaca Mx -Monte Alban ruins

We loved Aruba and Curaçao

I’ve been to Curaçao and agree it’s a pretty cool place!

Belize.

I have heard great things about Belize! It’s definitely on the short list.

Definitely Belize. There's a great tour company owned by an ex Vancouver it's. Look for adventures in Belize

The company is Island Expeditions and their trips are fabulous.

We went to Aruba it was is awsome

Machu Picchu and Galapagos

Definitely on “the list”. Maybe wait until she’s a little older though. And likely a family trip vs. just Daddy and daughter.

Will send you pm.