Secluded among 7,000 acres of the winding southeast Dominican coast and enfolded between the Caribbean Sea and the Dominican Mountains, a sun-kissed paradise awaits.

From the oversize guest rooms to the spacious individual villas, with amenities like private pools and expansive terraces, Casa de Campo goes above and beyond to make sure families have a very personal experience—including hiring a chef, if desired. But really, no private chef is required, as you can indulge in any one of the more than 20 cuisines at beachfront dining spots, tapas bars and the New York City restaurant–inspired Beach Club by Le Cirque. Explore the lush grounds of the resort via caritas (four-passenger touring carts), then decide which of the myriad activities and adventures to engage in: tennis at the Terraza Tennis Center, golfing on world-class courses, horseback riding, polo games, fishing, sailing and an array of water sports. Dance the native merengue with your kids; compete in Family Beach Olympics; try island-style “coconut bowling.” Or just let the calm of the private white-sand, azure-water beaches win you over.

Essentials
For kids: All kinds of age-appropriate fun at Toddlers ’N Casa (ages 1–3), Kidz ’N Casa (ages 4-7), Casa Tweens (ages 8–12) and Bonche4Teens clubhouse. For moms: Cygalle Healing Spa, with its blend of ancient and modern natural therapies; Nannies by Day/ Night sitting services. Info: From $295 per night; 800-877-3643, casadecampo.com.do