6 great destinations for your family vacations
Febrero 01, 2017

6 great destinations for your family vacations

Although going out with children may have limitations, it can also be an excellent opportunity to make unforgettable memories together. The same is true when the ages of family members are very diverse; it is a time when you can get to know each other better and discover common interests. The most important thing is to plan ahead. Choose the destination in advance and plan excursions and tours where everyone's tastes and preferences are considered. We also recommend you to choose in advance the hotel or cabin that you will rent, looking for comfort and safety above all. Remember that you are going to rest and enjoy yourself. Apart from these small recommendations, here are six options in Chile that never go out of style and will allow you to have the best vacation of your life with your loved ones:

Viña del Mar: Just 120 kilometers from Santiago and fully equipped with all services, our "Garden City" has everything for adults and children to enjoy their days off. Beaches, games, entertainment... it is the perfect place to relax by the sea, without losing the connectivity of a big city. In addition to this, it is located on the way to other quieter beaches where children can play in the sand and the older ones can relax. If you are looking for nightlife, in Viña del Mar you will find everything you need: restaurants, pubs and an entertaining casino will fill the nights with entertainment.

2.- Pucón: In the Araucanía region, at the foot of the Villarrica volcano, is this beautiful city that is the perfect destination to visit with the family. It offers several beaches on the shores of the lake, with entertainment for children during the summer such as kayaking and water activities. In addition to this, in its surroundings we can visit the Huerquehue National Park and the Termas Geométricas - a wonderful place to connect with nature and rest. In Pucón and Villarrica, you can do all kinds of outdoor activities, such as trekking, canopy, horseback riding and rafting, as well as enjoy the exquisite southern cuisine with its meats and pastries.

3.- La Serena and Coquimbo: In the IV region you will also find different panoramas to enjoy with your family. Beautiful beaches with gentle waves, the entertaining Elqui Valley where you can camp and enjoy nature and the mystical energy of the place, as well as tours to visit the facilities of Pisco Elqui and the astronomical observatories for stargazers.

Iquique: In this pleasant northern city you can enjoy beautiful beaches and days of sun and relaxation. In Iquique, Cavancha beach is very beautiful and also has calm waters, so it is ideal for swimming and water sports such as bodyboarding, surfing and others. You can also visit the Cerro Dragon, which is located on the dunes as a natural viewpoint of the city. If you want to know a little of the history of our country you can not miss the Humberstone saltpeter office and also has a lot of restaurants and pubs to go dancing at night.

5.- Chiloé: On Chiloé Island you will find all the landscapes and activities you can imagine. Summer is ideal to enjoy its many traditional festivals, where you can discover the flavors, cuisine, crafts and culture of the different places of the archipelago. If your family is adventurous, you can not miss the National Parks of the area, Chiloé National Park and Tantauco, full of trails of evergreen forests to get lost in nature.

You can sail, enjoy the beaches, observe the great biodiversity of fauna, especially birds, and if you like history, visit its interesting and surprising 16 heritage churches. Chiloé is a trip that always excites and that you will not forget.

Termas de Chillán: It is one of the most entertaining places for the whole family. The environment of forests and mountains is beautiful and to stay there are hotels and cabins. Apart from this you will find swimming pools, hot springs, all kinds of outdoor activities such as canopy, climbing, trekking, rappelling, horseback riding and a bike park. You can enjoy the best cuisine with typical flavors of the south, rich cakes and delicious meats. And if you want to relax completely, enjoy a steam bath or a spa treatment.