Cheap All-Inclusive Resorts with Packages for Families

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Sunscape Curaçao offers a world of family-friendly activities and endless fun in the sun.

Looking for the best inexpensive all-inclusive resorts for families? We've got nine great options for you!

All-inclusive resorts are a fun and convenient way to travel as a family. There are plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained, the food and drinks flow freely, and you don't even need to reach into your wallet while you're there! But while all-inclusive resorts can be expensive, there are some great affordable options.

Here are nine of the best inexpensive all-inclusive resorts for families in Mexico and the Caribbean. We also included a US option for those who don't want to leave the country. These fun spots feature awesome kids' clubs, great pools and/or beaches, lots of fun activities, and plenty of food and drinks.

For more great places to stay, check out our Guide to Family-Friendly Resorts and Hotels, which includes our list of the best all-inclusive resorts in the US, Caribbean, and Mexico for kids.

19 Free Things To Do Indoors in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: Indoor Places to Play

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Kids can peek into the marine life in the aquariums at the Marine Education Center in Mamaroneck. Photo by Susan Miele

These free indoor places to play in Westchester and the Hudson Valley are a salve for those bad weather days when you don't want to be stuck inside with the kids waiting to hear the dreaded (and inevitable), “I’m bored.” From Scarsdale to Kingston, the region offers a wide variety of fun, free things to do at local museums, malls, marine sanctuaries, and more to keep kids and parents entertained and engaged.

With that in mind, here are the best free indoor places to play in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. Find more free fun in our Guide to Free, Fun Things To Do with Westchester and Hudson Valley Kids.

Top Free Things To Do Indoors on Long Island: Free Places To Play Indoors

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Jones Beach Energy and Nature Center's interactive exhibits are free. Photo by Gina Massaro

All across Long Island, there are free play spaces and indoor playgrounds to keep your kids happily occupied–so there's no need to stay home just because cold weather is upon us. From malls to bookstores and libraries, there is plenty of free fun to be had on Long Island for kids.

Enjoy these unique play destinations, but remember that most venues require that a parent/adult is present to supervise children.

For more indoor fun, don't forget to check out our guide to rainy-day activities on Long Island, and discover all the free events and activities near you in our guide to Free Things to Do With Kids on Long Island.

100 Free Things To Do in New Jersey with Kids

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Admission to the Cohanzick Zoo in Bridgeton is completely free. Photo by Lisa Warden

From free zoos to museums, there are tons of fabulously free things to do with kids in NJ – which just goes to show that you don't need to spend a lot of money to have a great day. Read on for 100 free places to take your family in NJ. 

Looking for even more options? Be sure to check out our Guide to Free Fun Things To Do with NJ Kids, too. Note that some venues are run by volunteers, so donations are appreciated.

27 Free Things To Do Indoors in NYC: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days

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Discover the NYC-themed play space hidden inside the Toys "R" Us at Macy's. Photo by Jody Mercier

Fun, free indoor places to play in NYC are always a welcome diversion in our book, particularly when we're staring down another long northeastern winter, and entertaining the kids during this extended, chilly season isn't easy or cheap. We went hunting for free indoor places to play fueled by our desire to escape our cramped New York City apartments.

If your kids—like ours!—are bouncing off the walls and your wallet is screaming for a break after a holiday spending spree, we've got you covered. Check out our list of 27 free indoor places to play in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx for culture, fun, games, or just a much-needed change of scenery.

For more great free indoor places to play, check out our Free in NYC Guide, which is loaded with more ideas, outings, and parent-tested tips to save a buck.

Best Things To Do with Kids this Weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

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Stop by the Hudson River Museum for a science workshop every weekend in January to learn about the shape of snow on other planets. Photo courtesy of the museum

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Kids can celebrate winter by learning about the shape of snow on other planets and making a snowflake of their own at the Hudson River Museum's family science workshop, The Snows of Other Worlds. Or, get up close and personal with farm animals at Hilltop Hanover Farm's Animal Meet & Greet. 

Families can also get a head start on maple sugaring season this weekend with the free program Backyard Sugaring at Muscoot Farm.

Read on for lots more standout events happening this weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley.

Train Shows and More Things To Do on Long Island this Weekend with Kids

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This weekend marks your last chance to experience the vibrant artistry of LuminoCity. Photo courtesy LuminoCity

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Kick off the new year with one of these engaging and interactive activities and experiences across Long Island this weekend.

Forge full steam ahead into 2025 by visiting a free train display in Dix Hills, Babylon, or Bohemia. Or let it go at a Frozen Jr. live production at The Showplace in Bellmore. Be sure to stick around after for photo ops and a meet and greet.

Kids can also connect with nature by crafting a bird feeder for free at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge. 

Read on for more great events across LI this weekend.

Super Pet Expo and More Things To Do with Kids in New Jersey this Weekend

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The Super Pet Expo promises a pack of new features, more opportunities than ever for pet participation, and photo-ops galore. Photo courtesy of the event

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

It's the first weekend of 2025! Wind down from the holiday season and spend time with furry friends at Super Pet Expo, complete with dog performances, photo opportunities, and a reptile showcase. Disney on Ice also glides into town this weekend with a Frozen and Encanto theme.