Family Vacations

Azores Airlines just started a new non-stop flight (6-7 hours) from New York JFK airport to the romantic island of Madeira, a Portuguese territory off the coast of north Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. Madeira is the “floating garden” of the Atlantic and a unique subtropical paradise with dramatic and breathtaking scenery. Its mild climate makes it the ideal island for a relaxing or active break at any time of the year. Diving, surfing, canyoning, walking in the mountains or by the sea are just some of the possible activities to enjoy on this island. Swimming in the ocean or in natural rock pools, strolling through colorful gardens, tasting the well-known Madeira fortified wine and trying the traditional gastronomy will fill your senses. This special flash deal, starting from only $1499 per person including air from New York, 7 nights hotel, daily breakfast, transfers and a couple of sightseeing tours, will end on December 19, 2022.

Take an overnight flight from Los Angeles and arrive in Auckland two days later. As time permits, an optional Auckland city tour of this charming "City of Sails" offers an orientation of the most populous city on the North Island. Travel by motorcoach to Rotorua with a visit to Waitomo Caves en route. Take an optional tour in Rotorua to experience Maori culture. Evening feast and cultural entertainment included in Rotorua. Fly to Queenstown on the South Island of New Zealand. Full-day scenic excursion to Milford Sound includes a fiord cruise with a picnic on board. Travel overland to Christchurch via Mt. Cook, New Zealand's highest peak, and fly back to the US the next day. Airport transfers and breakfast daily included. From $3,299 per person including airfare from Los Angeles.

Take a 6-day trip to the heart of Central America and experience the best of Costa Rica. Start in San Jose, where the international airport is located. Travel to the live Arenal Volcano and enjoy hot springs that the volcano provides. From there, transfer to the Pacific coast and stay at a resort in the Manuel Antonio National Park, which encompasses rugged rainforest, white-sand beaches and coral reefs. Finally, transit through San Jose on your way back to the US. Two levels of hotels are featured. Prices starting from $999 per person, land only, with daily guaranteed departures,

Take a 6-night trip and embark on this adventure to two of the most vibrant cities in South America. Start in Buenos Aires, where you visit the Teatro Colon Opera House and the Plaza de Mayo. Enjoy an optional dinner and tango show. Then fly to Rio de Janeiro and visit the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Enjoy an optional dinner and a samba show and an optional Corcavado Mountain and Christ the Redeemer tour. Starting from $1699, including air, with daily departures. A 3 day/2 night Iguazu Falls Extension for $500 including air to the Brazilian side is available.

Take an 8-day trip to the heart of Central America and experience the best of Costa Rica. Start in San Jose, where the international airport is located. Travel to the live Arenal Volcano and enjoy hot springs that the volcano provides. From there, travel to Monteverde and explore the mystic Cloud Forest, a coffee plantation, or another activity. Transfer to the Pacific coast and stay at a resort in the Manuel Antonio National Park, which encompasses rugged rainforest, white-sand beaches and coral reefs. Finally, transit through San Jose on your way back to the US. Three levels of hotels are featured. Prices starting from $789 per person, land only, with daily guaranteed departures.