Classic honeymoon hideaways are increasingly trading romance for family fun. Couples who once escaped to destinations such as Bora Bora, Santorini and the Maldives in search of seclusion are now returning ¡ª this time with toddlers, teenagers and even grandparents in tow.
Multigenerational travel is climbing. With that demand, some traditionally adults-only enclaves are being reimagined to focus on family experiences with the help of direct flights, larger accommodations and immersive activities. The shift raises a question: What happens when resorts built on privacy and romance pivot to accommodate napping schedules?
Bookings to classic honeymoon destinations through luxury digital concierge Velocity Black have risen 45% over the past two years, according to Ian Swain, the company¡¯s head of travel partnerships. That¡¯s been driven by families choosing these locations over conventional kid-centric locales, he says.
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