5 Family Vacations Where You Can Actually Relax

Find your vacation happy medium.

May. 22, 2026 COMO Parrot Cay Presented by Inside Hotels 5 Family Vacations Where You Can Actually Relax The next time you plan a family vacation, try something radical: put yourself first. If a resort with 10 waterslides sounds overstimulating for you, skip it. If you want to spend every day in a beach lounger, book it. Release yourself from the tyranny of scheduled fun and discover the relaxing trip you deserve. COMO Parrot Cay is the Turks and Caicos stay of your wildest dreams. This wellness-oriented retreat offers a range of luxe accommodations, including two- to three-bedroom beach houses with private pools and sundecks. Enjoy excursions like paddleboarding, snorkeling, and caving, or sneak away to the private yoga pavilion for a complimentary class. Play by COMO offers thoughtful, supervised programming for kids ages 4 through 12, from lawn games and crafts to kayaking adventures for the bigger kids. Gather for a relaxed dinner at COMO Beach Club, where Caribbean-inspired music fills the air and there’s something on the menu for everyone. Book Now ⮕ Sunny Stays Ahead Etéreo, Auberge Collection Fun fact: Etéreo means “ethereal” in Spanish, and it’s exactly how this dreamy resort feels. It’s conveniently located in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, just 25 miles from Cancún International Airport. You can make the trip as adventurous as you please: spend your days on a private stretch of beach, take a dip in your private plunge pool, or explore the ancient Mayan city of Chichén Itzá. For kids ages 4 to 11, the Chavitos Kids Club offers supervised half- or full-day activities, from nature expeditions to piñata-making. For your smallest family members, complimentary gear like high chairs and monitors are available upon request, as are babysitting services. Book Now ⮕ Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport North The most challenging part of a family trip is getting from point A to point B. Located just minutes from LAX, this hotel is the ideal lily pad for longer-haul journeys to destinations like Hawaii, Japan, or Australia. Best of all, it overdelivers on comfort and convenience, with free made-to-order breakfast, a pool and fitness center, and — most importantly — generously sized two-room suites that give everyone room to breathe between flights. When you’re ready to check out, hop on the hotel’s complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle. Book Now ⮕ Sentral Alea Miami A Downtown Miami stay with plenty of distance from the South Beach party scene. Here, you’ll find residential-style suites with all of the conveniences of home. We’re talking full kitchens, in-unit washer/dryers, dishwashers — the works. You’re less than 20 minutes from the Miami Children’s Museum and Bayside Marketplace, a waterfront district with restaurants, shops, and boat tours. In between urban adventures, get some fresh air on the rooftop pool deck and lawn area. Book Now ⮕ OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort Your entry point to Waikiki’s pristine beaches and lively energy. This resort is the ideal home base for a crowd-pleasing trip, whether you want to spend the entire time on the sand or seek out adventures like surfing, catamaran cruises, or snorkeling. The hotel has taken care to weave the local culture into its design and programming, including the Coral Kids Club (ages 5 to 12), where children can participate in interactive games and activities centered around Hawaiian culture and ocean conservation. Book Now ⮕

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Tina Avila's New Blog Post/Podcast Episode

This week's blog post and podcast episode: "Do Old Testament Laws Still Apply? How to Know What Still Matters" Have you ever started reading Leviticus and quickly felt lost? This blog post explores why some Old Testament laws still matter while others don’t—and how understandin‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 

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NEW BLOG POST & PODCAST EPISODE This week's blog post and podcast episode:   "Do Old Testament Laws Still Apply? How to Know What Still Matters"   Have you ever started reading Leviticus and quickly felt lost? This blog post explores why some Old Testament laws still matter while others don’t—and how understanding the difference can actually deepen our faith. What if making sense of these laws help us to see God more clearly? Maybe it’s simpler and more meaningful than you think. Read on or listen for more! BLOG PODCAST Visit Tina's social accounts Check out the site

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Smut Books To Read When You're Too Lazy To Have Sex

Spicy reads.

May. 21, 2026 Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Photo Courtesy of Archive Photos/Stringer spicy reads Smut Books To Read When You Want To Get Hot But You're Too Lazy To Have Sex From short reads to epic romances, find a steamy escape to quickly spice up your mood — for when you just need to get there, damn it. Read More ⮕ Latest: Noam Galai/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images potty training trenches Kylie Kelce Gives You Full Permission To Go Get That Mani-Pedi Mom of four and self-described member of the potty training trenches, Kylie Kelce sat down with us to talk about what it's really like to navigate the Pull-Ups years. Read More. CasarsaGuru/Getty Images Heads Up When Should Kids Wear Mouthguards? Dentists Say More Often Than Parents Think Dentists say kids should wear mouthguards for more than just football. Here’s when experts recommend protecting permanent teeth. Read More. Ajouter Au Panier 11 French Skincare Products A Beauty Editor Swears By & Lusts After Here are some of the most hyped French skincare products we use and love, and a few more we are itching to try. Read More. Featured: Burned Out & Booked Women Are Taking “Why-Cations” To Find Themselves, So I Tried One “Why-cations” are becoming a popular trend for overwhelmed women seeking emotional relief. But can a trip really change you? One writer shares her experience. Read More ⮕ Meal Prep: ⮕ 11 Lazy Dinner Ideas That Don’t Require A Single Ounce Of Motivation ⮕ 12 Recipes With Meatballs, Because You Love ‘Em But You’re Sick Of Red Sauce ⮕ 11 Five-Ingredient Meals That’ll Save You Time & Money (Please, God)

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