Hello-
I am trying to plan a trip for my entire family which includes 8 adults and 7 children (ages 2-10). We would be looking for an easy to get to (direct from Boston) - kid friendly resort. Beaches Resorts seem a bit overwhelming and not really the style we are looking for. All inclusive would be great of course because it would alleviate many of the issues dealing with bills, where to eat...etc. However, I realize that might not be an option. Are there any nicer resorts that would be comfortable for children, separate living places (each family in their own condo/villa)? We don't want to spend the entire time cooking either so that's why an AI seems so appealing but is there something out there or a way to vacation with families that works? Also, We were planing to go end of October/early November anyone think this is a bad idea because of hurricane season? Was looking into Turks and Caicos but I'm open to suggestions because that's not a direct flight for us. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks so much!

There are dozens of nice family AIs in the Mayan Riviera/Playa Del Carmen area of Mexico (fly into Cancun). Check the latin American forum for suggestions on reports (Barcelo, Rui, Iberostar to name a few).

Have you thought about Aruba? You can fly non-stop on Jet Blue. Check out the Marriott Surf Club.

Check out the Royal resorts in Cancun...I wouldn't recommend a lot of places in Cancun for families, but I do recommend the Royals; they have a website.

my boyfriend & I went to Aruba the beginning of Nov. 07, stayed at AI Tamarijn(Divi Aruba sister hotel, little nicer) - oceanfront and out of "hurricane belt", would recommend. Flew non-stop US Air from Boston Sat.-Sat., and yes, Jet Blue flies there too. I've stayed at several Iberostars, and there you get your money's worth, on nice beaches too.

Did you pick a place yet? I just returned from a wonderful trip with 9 adults & 3 kids 5 and under. I have a great suggestion, but I don't want to type in lots of details if you already picked a place. Please respond & I'll send you more info.