Pick a 5 star on the Mayan Riviera. You will ALL have a great time.

I travel to Mexico a lot, the Mayan is safe. The places I work, not quite as safe.

Use a travel agent, they have access to a lot of feedback, and they are insured in the event of an airline bankruptcy.

I think you will find that most of the 5 star hotels in Playa are adults only.
My favorite is Blue Diamond.
The biggest danger there is overeating.

I've been to several 5 stars with kids. All were good. I know some places inflate their ratings, like every hotel in Cuba.

Dominica: same weather, people seem pissed off you are in their country and the roads are horrendous.

Central America, less developed, crappy roads, not always safe.

I would still say Mayan for a family getaway.

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decided to go back to Costa Rica