As there are plenty of family-friendly resorts and activities to be found throughout Mexico and the Caribbean, the region is an excellent destination for families with small children However, as visiting families will also find plenty of exciting recreation opportunities that aren't always open to young children – including sports such as scuba diving, parasailing, deep-sea fishing and rock climbing – many tourists traveling with small children can struggle to find suitable day care, while some are forced to skip desired activities altogether

As an island known for its vibrant tropical energy and diverse entertainment options, Aruba is one of the best destinations in the Caribbean to experience live music The capital city of Oranjestad is known as a hotbed of Caribbean jazz and latin music, as numerous clubs and concert halls host live bands throughout the year

Tucked away in the shadow of St Thomas' world-class resorts and legendary shopping areas, tourists will find the quaint Old World enclave known as Frenchtown

While the lush rainforest of St Kitts' interior has long been a destination for eco-tourists and adventurous travelers, this pristine natural area is now home to a attraction that will entice all types of visitors

Though there are numerous day-trip opportunities available to tourists staying in Cancun, locals and experienced travelers return to a charming destination known as Isla Holbox time and time again Located 40 miles northwest of Cancun, Isla Holbox is known for its exotic scenery and unique local culture

As Aruba boasts a rich culture with strong Latin American, Caribbean and European influences, the island is home a wide array of unique traditions and events that can't be found anywhere else While exciting elements of Aruba's culture are on display throughout the year, the holiday season features several events that highlight the island's melting pot culture and diverse musical history

As Cancun has grown into a luxurious, cosmopolitan resort destination, the city now serves as host to an incredible array of restaurants featuring cuisines from throughout the world Yet, for families visiting Cancun, authentic Mexican cuisine is often the first choice

While Curacao's capital city – Willemstad – is home to a wide variety of sights and activities, the island's unspoiled interior and coastlines offer adventurous tourists a chance to experience some of the Caribbean's best natural destinations As many of the most unique sights in Curacao aren't easily accessible by shuttle or taxi, jeep and dune buggy rental services have sprung up to provide everyone both access to the hardest-to-reach sites and a fun way to cruise around the island

Each summer, thousands of sea turtles make their way to the beaches of Puerto Vallarta to lay their eggs in the sand With the assistance of the Puerto Vallarta Sea Turtle Protection Program, 96% of the eggs are able to hatch, with the baby turtles safely sent into their ocean habitat during the second half of the year

With an interior landscape dominated by immense, dormant volcanoes – including the 3,800-foot Mt Liamuiga – it is certainly no stretch to say that St