These Kid-Friendly Pools Are Worth Planning an Entire Vacation Around

No family vacation is complete without swimming and splashing.

When it comes to family vacations, the pool is often the star of the show. As a mom of four, I’ve discovered that the best trips, whether close to home or farther afield, involve a spectacular pool for swimming, splashing, and playing.

When kids are hot, cranky, or simply need a break, from toddlers through teens, a great pool can make or break a vacation. My kids love a good pool so much that we have planned entire vacations around great pools.

Here are 10 pools worth traveling for, ranging from lagoons to resorts that feature entire complexes centered on family-friendly water play.

Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek sits on a lush nature preserve spanning nearly 500 acres. Whether families spend their days at Orlando’s theme parks or exploring the protected woodlands on the resort’s property, taking a dip in the hotel’s pools is a can’t-miss experience. Signia’s entire pool area is surrounded by tropical greenery.

However, what really sets this resort apart is its three-acre lazy river that seems endless and the pool’s enormous waterslide. Younger kids can enjoy the resort’s zero-entry pool, and families can gather to watch “dive-in” movies while floating under the stars. If your family wants to take a day off from Orlando’s many attractions, kids can enjoy poolside activities all day long.