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Pool & Water Fun
There are seven swimming pools, three with swim-up bars and four whirlpools, including Cascade's pool, Iguana's pool, Dive Pool, Camp Sesame Pool (for ages 4 and under), Pirate's pool, French Village Pool and the Italian Village Pool, the busiest of the resort's pools.
The Pirate's Island Waterpark, a 45-000-square-foot aquatic playground with water slides, two kiddie pools, a 650-foot lazy river and Body Glove Waves surf simulator for simulated surf experiences is amazing. Tiny tots can enjoy a beached pirate ship with water cannons, cranks and sprays and zero-entry pool. My children spent endless hours in the waterpark. At every turn there was an alert and qualified lifeguard.
On the beach, families can canoe, kayak, snorkel, wind surf, dive, sail and hydrobike -- all included in the price.
Pirate Island
Besides being the place for kids to get their water fun on, this area of the resort is also home to the kids' programs, divided into ages 5 to 7, 8 to 10, 'tweens and teens. Shadow Lounge is a game room for 'tweens and teens to hangout, and the huge air-conditioned Xbox Games Garage features 45 Xbox game stations (although kids complain there are not enough working consoles!).
Landlubber Fun
On land, and also included, families can enjoy croquet, lawn chess, beach volleyball, tennis (day and night), table tennis, billiards and board games.
Liquid Teen Nightclub
Teens and 'tweens need their own space. From pizza and soda bars, to their own "nightclub" with karaoke, they have a place to hang. Activities include supervised water sports, pool games, tennis clinics, dancing, and talent shows. 'Tween and teen programming includes Liquid, the only 21-and-under nightclub in the Caribbean, designed just for teens.. The teen-only hangout includes arcade games and foosball.
Scratch DJ Academy
Here, kids can take vinyl spinning lessons at Scratch DJ Academy, as well as learn to mix, scratch and blend songs. Sessions last 40 to 60 minutes are start at $15. Parents are welcome, and a family combo provides a session for one adult and one child.
Camp Sesame
From the smallest newborn through 24 months, a baby is always in the very best hands at Beaches. Climate-controlled nurseries, cribs, strollers, high chairs, rocking chairs and simply everything a little one could ever need are here from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. The resort has Certified Nannies, child development specialists that have been trained and certified in accordance with an accredited United States university. Children are divided into groups, ages 0 to 11 months, 12 to 24 months, and 3 to 4 years.
Three to 4 year olds can truly have a blast with their very own set of activities, supervised by Certified Nannies. The fun includes toddler pools, shell collecting, face painting, treasure hunts, puppets, costume time, magic shows, sand castle building and so much more. Children must be potty-trained to participate in this age group. Sesame Street characters often make an appearance here.
Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., except on Wednesdays when they close the day session at 4:30 p.m. and on Saturdays when they close the evening session at 9 p.m. Camps are open early at 8 a.m. if parents are registered for early-morning dives; pre-registration is required. All children should have sunscreen, dry clothing, shoes, swim suit, diapers, wipes, and swim diapers.
Trench Town
This is Beaches teen and 'tween hangout. Offerings include laser hockey, foosball, electronic basketball, two large flat-screen televisions, a state-of-the-art sound system and, of course, plenty of space to lounge, talk and text.
Red Lane Spa Teen Spa Experience
Services include special manicures and pedicures, and special facials devoted to the complexion needs of teens.
Diving Programs
At Beaches, both experts and beginners can enjoy guided dives showcasing spectacular coral reefs, colorful marine life and exotic underwater treasures. PADI Discover Scuba course, offered at a fee, provides new divers with training and provides certification valid for one year. Children can learn to dive in the Bubblemaker (for kids 8 and up) and Seal Team (for kids 8 and 9) programs, also at additional costs. Additionally, Beaches Turks & Caicos has recently expanded the diving program to include a special course for disabled divers.
Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street
Themed activities including the colorful, loveable cast of Sesame Street characters such as Big Bird, Cookie Monster and Elmo are featured in the Luxury-included Vacation. Kids can go bird watching with Big Bird, enjoy story time with Elmo, bake cookies with Cookie Monster, find magical treasures with Abby Cadabby, make music with Bert & Ernie, dance with Zoe, explore with Grover, and become magicians with the Count.
Sesame Street stage shows, character parades, character breakfasts, photo sessions, birthday parties and nightly tuck-ins are also available. Breakfasts featuring all nine characters occur on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 a.m.
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