Dreaming of Family Getaways That Create Lifelong Memories?
Our travel experts specialize in crafting elevated family getaways that delight every generation. We handle the details so you simply show up, connect, and enjoy the ride.
Let’s Make Your Dream Family Vacation A Reality
You imagine a trip where teens disconnect from screens, younger kids try something new, and everyone genuinely enjoys being together. A trip where the joy isn’t forced, the laughter is real, and the memories are lasting.
The reality? Family getaways can feel overwhelming. Between conflicting preferences, energy levels, and fear of wasting time and money, even the best intentions can quickly unravel.
But they don’t have to. Whether it's a celebration, a reunion, or just quality time, we're here to turn that dream into a personalized travel experience.
Family Getaways Can Be Especially Challenging!
You've spent hours researching family vacation spots and are drowning in contradictory advice. One blog says Tuscany is perfect for kids, another warns about walking and the heat.
What destination really is "family-friendly" anyway?! You're balancing toddlers, teens, and aging parents with very different needs. The overwhelming choices can be paralyzing.
You're afraid of wasting your precious family time and significant investment on a trip that satisfies no one. The last thing you want is to return home feeling like you missed the magic and created more stress than memories.
Does any of this sound familiar?
Should I book that highly-rated family resort or try for a luxury hotel with immersive experiences?
How do I balance my itinerary to match everyone’s energy level?
What if the accommodations aren't actually as "family-friendly" as promised?
What if someone gets sick?
How do I find authentic places to go with family that everyone enjoys?
What if the kids hate the food?
What if something goes wrong and I don’t speak the language?
We’re Experts at Creating Perfect Family Getaways
For over a decade, we’ve planned custom family getaways, so we deeply understand the nuances of multigenerational trips.
Through our deep local relationships across Italy, France, California, Hawaii, and beyond, we unlock access to experiences specifically designed for families like yours.
Our approach is simple:
First we get to know your family's unique dynamic. The adventurous 16-year-old, the curious 8-year-old, the parents who love wine, the grandparents who appreciate history.
Then we design vacation ideas for families that celebrate everyone's interests while creating natural opportunities for connection. That might mean cooking classes for the kids while adults taste wine in Tuscany, or a day split between biking the French countryside and a relaxed riverside lunch.
We curate both iconic highlights and off-the-beaten-path gems that are perfect places to go with family.
Our vetted partners prioritize comfort, safety, and style — so your family getaway is unforgettable and stress-free.
What Makes Our Family Getaways Different
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Multi-Generational Expertise
We excel at balancing grandparents' comfort needs with teenagers' adventure cravings and parents' cultural interests in seamless itineraries. Every family member feels heard and excited about the journey we craft together.
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Stress-Free Planning
We handle every reservation, transportation detail, and backup plan so you can focus on making memories instead of managing logistics. No more research overwhelm or family vacation planning arguments, just excitement for your upcoming adventure.
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Lived Experience
Our team has called these places home, building the local relationships that unlock family-friendly experiences tourists never discover. We know which hilltop towns have playgrounds and which restaurants welcome enthusiastic kids.
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Learning Adventures
We design educational experiences that engage curious minds — from truffle hunting in Umbria to understanding why Hawaiian volcanoes create unique ecosystems. Kids absorb culture and history through hands-on discovery.
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Custom App
Every family member gets access to your itinerary, local recommendations, and cultural context through our custom mobile app. Parents stay organized while kids can preview upcoming adventures and learn about destinations at their own pace.
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Memory Making
We prioritize experiences that create shared family stories over checking off tourist attractions. Your family returns with inside jokes, new traditions, and connections that strengthen relationships rather than just passport stamps.
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Flexible Pacing
We understand that families need downtime, spontaneous gelato breaks, and backup plans for tired toddlers or moody teenagers. Our itineraries include built-in flexibility and local alternatives that keep everyone happy and engaged.
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Cultural Curators
We transform your family into local insiders through authentic experiences like cooking with local chefs and learning traditional crafts from local artisans. Your children return home with stories and skills, not just souvenirs.
Salt & Wind Travel Has Been Featured In
I’m so glad a friend told me about Salt & Wind Travel! I was planning a last minute trip on my own, but needed help figuring out where to visit in Spain and Italy. Kristen listened to my ideas and helped me plan the perfect trip for my daughters and me.
Her itinerary, lodging, and tour suggestions were all perfect for what we wanted to see and experience. She was very helpful and responsive and offered invaluable expertise for our trip planning. Our 2 and 1/2 week, last minute trip turned out great! I highly recommend Salt & Wind Travel.
- Alicia Z.
Ready To Plan Your Family's Dream Vacation?
Step 1 → Share Your Travel Dreams
Complete our inquiry form with your destination preferences, travel dates, and budget. Share any special interests or must-have experiences that will help our travel planners craft your perfect family vacation. This foundation ensures we understand your vision from day one.
Step 2 → Speak With A Travel Expert
We'll schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call to dive deeper into your travel dreams. Our expert planners will review your intake responses and explore what makes your ideal getaway tick. No pressure, just possibilities.
Step 3 → Receive Your Custom Proposal
Within 3 business days, you'll receive a personalized service proposal tailored to your desired support level. Whether you need full-service planning, strategic bookings, or expert consultation, we'll outline the perfect approach for your journey.
What’s The Best Family Trip Itinerary? One Tailored To You.
Your vision of a family vacation is one-of-a-kind, and your trip should be too. As such, our itineraries are crafted to fit your family's unique dynamic. Take a peek at these vacation ideas for families to spark inspiration for your own adventure.
Maui Mauka And Makai
From Ocean Adventures To Tropical Valleys
Duration: 7 Days
Destinations: Maui
For families ready to explore, this 7-day Maui itinerary blends island adventure, cultural insight, and time to unwind. Begin with three nights in Wailea or Kapalua, where the days start with outrigger canoe classes or surf lessons and end with beachside golf, ocean-view spa services, and boutique shopping.
Head east to the lush, untamed beauty of Hana for two nights off the grid. Swim at black sand beaches, trek volcanic trails, and visit sacred heiau sites tucked into the rainforest. Hike to hidden waterfalls and soak in the serenity of one of Maui’s most remote and meaningful landscapes.
Finish in Upcountry Maui, where rolling hills and paniolo towns offer a different side of the island. Visit working farms and wake before dawn for sunrise atop Haleakala National Park. Explore the historic shops and support the small businesses that give this region its charm.
French Language, History, and Coastal Castles
From Parisian Boulevards To Normandy Beaches
Duration: 14 Days
Destinations: Paris, Rennes, Bayeux, Mont-Saint-Michel, Chartres, Versailles
Tailored for families with budding Francophiles and history lovers, this trip offers a well-paced mix of iconic sites, medieval marvels, and language immersion. Walk in the footsteps of Allied soldiers on the D-Day beaches, stand beneath the soaring stained glass of Chartres Cathedral, and climb to the top of Mont-Saint-Michel.
Along the way, you can practice French in local markets, stay in charming towns, and connect the dots between classroom lessons and real-life culture.
Iconic Italy
Recreate The Grand Tour
Duration: 15 Days
Destinations: Venice, Bologna, Florence, Tuscany, and Rome
This immersive Italy vacation is a modern take on the famed “Grand Tour.” It balances cultural highlights with culinary adventures, ensuring everyone from grandparents to teenagers stays engaged.
Start by visiting the stunning cafes and artisan workshops in Venice, then dive deep into classic flavors with cheese and prosciutto tours and hands-on cooking classes in Bologna.
Dive into Renaissance gems in the shadow of Florence’s duomo and clock some time in the medieval villages of Tuscany. End with Rome's legendary sites and world-class street food, blended with discovery and relaxation every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
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For optimal availability and experience selection, we recommend booking 4-6 months in advance for European destinations like Italy and France, and 2-3 months for domestic family vacations in California or Hawaii.
This timeline allows us to secure our preferred family-friendly accommodations, coordinate with local artisan families for private experiences, and gives your family time for cultural preparation that enhances the travel experience.
Popular family vacation spots and our exclusive local partners book quickly, especially during school holiday periods.
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Food anxiety is one of the most common concerns in family travel, and we're experts at handling it. We can coordinate around dietary restrictions and preferences before your arrival.
Many of our experiences include hands-on cooking classes where kids learn to make familiar dishes using local ingredients, which naturally builds confidence with new foods.
We've successfully managed everything from severe nut allergies to complex dietary restrictions across multiple family members, ensuring everyone eats well and safely.
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Absolutely! Some of our most successful family getaways include children ranging from toddlers to teenagers.
We design layered experiences where different age groups engage with the same activity at their appropriate level. For example, while teenagers might learn photography techniques documenting a cooking class, toddlers participate in simple food preparation tasks, but everyone's exploring the same beautiful Italian kitchen together.
The key is creating natural engagement points for each age group within shared experiences.
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Multi-generational travel planning is our specialty. We design itineraries with natural split points throughout the day — perhaps morning market tours for early-rising grandparents while others sleep in, afternoon cultural activities where teenagers can explore independently while adults enjoy wine tastings, and family dinner reunions where everyone shares their daily discoveries.
We also build in flexible downtime and always have backup indoor activities for when energy levels vary unexpectedly.
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Investment varies based on family size, destination, travel dates, and experience level, but most families invest $8,000-$25,000+ for transformative 7-10 day experiences.
This includes all planning, coordination, accommodations, experiences, and our 24/7 support. Your complimentary discovery call includes transparent pricing discussion based on your specific family composition and travel dreams.
We find families appreciate knowing the investment upfront, and many tell us it's worth every penny for the stress-free experience and lasting memories created.
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Extensive input — this is your family's adventure, not a pre-packaged tour.
We start with a detailed family assessment to understand everyone's interests, energy levels, and travel style. Throughout the planning process, we collaborate closely with you, presenting curated options that match your family's unique dynamic. You'll see draft itineraries, provide feedback, and help us refine experiences until they feel perfectly tailored.
We're cultural curators, not dictators, your family's preferences guide every decision.
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Your service includes comprehensive trip design, all booking coordination, custom family travel app, cultural preparation materials, dietary restriction management, support during travel, and post-trip follow-up.
We handle accommodations, restaurant reservations, private experiences, transportation coordination, and provide insider recommendations for spontaneous discoveries. You'll receive detailed itineraries, emergency contacts, and cultural context explanations appropriate for each family member's age.
The only things not included are flights (which we can coordinate if desired).
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We understand that family circumstances can change unexpectedly. Our cancellation policy varies by destination and timing, but we work closely with families to minimize financial impact when possible.
Many of our preferred accommodations and experiences offer flexible cancellation terms, especially when booked well in advance. We also recommend travel insurance and can help coordinate coverage that protects your investment.
If you need to postpone rather than cancel, we can often transfer arrangements to future dates, and many local partners we work with are family-owned businesses who understand family situations.
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Family vacations this special don't happen by accident. They're carefully crafted by travel curators who understand that your family's vacation is an investment in lifelong memories. We’re here to share our expertise and make your trip as effortless and memorable as possible. Click below to get started and speak with an expert.