For the first time in many years, we are "stay"cationing for spring break this year. All my kids, their friends, and my wife are still asleep. I am getting ready for another excellent week of work. I am into my second cup of Sumatra french pressed coffee and as usual...I'm wishing I was fishing.
Maybe it's too late for this year, but plan ahead for next year! Here are the TOP FIVE family fishing destinations where my family could have...should have...been right now during spring break!
These fishing destinations are listed in alphabetical order - they are not ranked. All of these destinations have plenty of activities to keep both fishing and non-fishing family members occupied for a week.
BELIZE - EL PESCADOR - AMBERGRIS CAYE
El Pescador is one of our fishing destinations that is perfectly suited to having your whole family with you on a fishing vacation. A wonderful pool, beaches, Mayan ruins, water sports, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba, and shopping in the quaint village of San Pedro are only minutes away. And the fishing in Belize is outstanding. Bonefish, tarpon, permit, and a host of other species await the fishing members of the family. They speak English...although it takes a bit to get used to the Caribbean accent. And the US dollar is two to one to theirs.
CAMPECHE - TARPON TOWN
This 'off the radar' destination is a Unesco World Heritage Site. It has a very interesting client-given label of being the most 'non Mexico' feeling town they have ever seen...or felt. When you see the swept streets, the beautifully painted buildings, and feel the peace that envelops the town, you'll know what we are talking about. Non fishers will enjoy the pool, the Panama Hat Factory, the Mayan ruins, and the traditional Mexican shopping. Anglers will enjoy the best baby tarpon fishing with light tackle that exists. I have been here four times and we have another trip planned for November of 2011. Just an amazing "little" city of 300+thousand people that feels like a small Mediterranean village in Spain.
CANCUN
Although a hundred thousand high school and college kids make this their annual spring break party, it really is a great family destination if you know where to go to get away from the all-night boozing. Just don't go to the hotel strip, unless you are at the most expensive hotels...the price tag kind of weeds out the loudness. You can find a hotel in Playa Del Carmen, Cozumel, even as far south as Puerto Aventuras or Tulum and find serenity in the calm waters and on the pristine beaches of the Caribbean. Snorkel parks, Mayan ruins, and good old fashioned swimming pools will keep the family happy while the fishing family members can check out day trips to Isla Mujeres, Isla Blanca, Nichupte Lagoon, or even Ascension Bay.
COSTA RICA - CROCODILE BAY
Fifty eco-tours to see monkeys, crocodiles, birds of a million variations, waterfalls, and the legendary Osa Peninsula combine with a huge fleet of fishing boats to provide a perfect family getaway. The grounds of Crocodile Bay have a butterfly house, resident white-faced monkeys, and an awesome swimming pool to keep the non-fishing travelers occupied. The sailfish, roosterfish, dorado, marlin, snappers, jacks, and tuna will keep the anglers happy. Spring is the best time to be in Costa Rica. So much amazing wildlife and plant life. Words can't describe it. I will tell you that we have NEVER had a dissatisfied client here.
GUATEMALA - GREAT SAILFISHING
You don't usually think Guatemala for a family trip. For some reason, the country has not inspired the same feeling of security and safety that Costa Rica has. But the truth is that it's easy to get to, and has wonderful family friendly activities in addition to the greatest sailfishing on the planet. The Soleil Resort looks like it could be on the beach at Cancun or Mazatlan with a huge pool and all the ammenities of a top notch resort. And the sailfishing along with excellent fishing for marlin, roosterfish, dorado, tuna, and many other species... is legendary. The non-fishing travelers can also go check out the volcanoes and Mayan ruins with secure private tours.
There you go! Five awesome spring break fishing trips for the family next year...or if your spring break is later than ours...call or email NOW. They grow up so fast!
Maybe it's too late for this year, but plan ahead for next year! Here are the TOP FIVE family fishing destinations where my family could have...should have...been right now during spring break!
These fishing destinations are listed in alphabetical order - they are not ranked. All of these destinations have plenty of activities to keep both fishing and non-fishing family members occupied for a week.
BELIZE - EL PESCADOR - AMBERGRIS CAYE
El Pescador is one of our fishing destinations that is perfectly suited to having your whole family with you on a fishing vacation. A wonderful pool, beaches, Mayan ruins, water sports, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba, and shopping in the quaint village of San Pedro are only minutes away. And the fishing in Belize is outstanding. Bonefish, tarpon, permit, and a host of other species await the fishing members of the family. They speak English...although it takes a bit to get used to the Caribbean accent. And the US dollar is two to one to theirs.
CAMPECHE - TARPON TOWN
This 'off the radar' destination is a Unesco World Heritage Site. It has a very interesting client-given label of being the most 'non Mexico' feeling town they have ever seen...or felt. When you see the swept streets, the beautifully painted buildings, and feel the peace that envelops the town, you'll know what we are talking about. Non fishers will enjoy the pool, the Panama Hat Factory, the Mayan ruins, and the traditional Mexican shopping. Anglers will enjoy the best baby tarpon fishing with light tackle that exists. I have been here four times and we have another trip planned for November of 2011. Just an amazing "little" city of 300+thousand people that feels like a small Mediterranean village in Spain.
CANCUN
Although a hundred thousand high school and college kids make this their annual spring break party, it really is a great family destination if you know where to go to get away from the all-night boozing. Just don't go to the hotel strip, unless you are at the most expensive hotels...the price tag kind of weeds out the loudness. You can find a hotel in Playa Del Carmen, Cozumel, even as far south as Puerto Aventuras or Tulum and find serenity in the calm waters and on the pristine beaches of the Caribbean. Snorkel parks, Mayan ruins, and good old fashioned swimming pools will keep the family happy while the fishing family members can check out day trips to Isla Mujeres, Isla Blanca, Nichupte Lagoon, or even Ascension Bay.
COSTA RICA - CROCODILE BAY
Fifty eco-tours to see monkeys, crocodiles, birds of a million variations, waterfalls, and the legendary Osa Peninsula combine with a huge fleet of fishing boats to provide a perfect family getaway. The grounds of Crocodile Bay have a butterfly house, resident white-faced monkeys, and an awesome swimming pool to keep the non-fishing travelers occupied. The sailfish, roosterfish, dorado, marlin, snappers, jacks, and tuna will keep the anglers happy. Spring is the best time to be in Costa Rica. So much amazing wildlife and plant life. Words can't describe it. I will tell you that we have NEVER had a dissatisfied client here.
GUATEMALA - GREAT SAILFISHING
You don't usually think Guatemala for a family trip. For some reason, the country has not inspired the same feeling of security and safety that Costa Rica has. But the truth is that it's easy to get to, and has wonderful family friendly activities in addition to the greatest sailfishing on the planet. The Soleil Resort looks like it could be on the beach at Cancun or Mazatlan with a huge pool and all the ammenities of a top notch resort. And the sailfishing along with excellent fishing for marlin, roosterfish, dorado, tuna, and many other species... is legendary. The non-fishing travelers can also go check out the volcanoes and Mayan ruins with secure private tours.
There you go! Five awesome spring break fishing trips for the family next year...or if your spring break is later than ours...call or email NOW. They grow up so fast!
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