These promising resorts opened too recently to make this year's list. Check in before the crowds arrive.
Inn at Palmetto Bluff
A collection of cottages in South Carolina's low country,
on the May River. Perfect for a lazy inner-tube ride.
Bluffton, S.C.; 866/706-6565; www.palmettobluffresort.com;
cottages for four from $600.
Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn
The kiddie network's first foray into the hotel business
has character-festooned accommodations and four-story
waterslides.
Orlando, Fla.; 866/462-6425; www.nickhotel.com;
doubles from $162.
Palms at Turks and Caicos
An all-suite beach resort (full kitchens!) with a vast spa
and yoga for toddlers on the menu.
Providenciales; 866/877-7256; www.thepalmstc.com;
doubles from $300.
Resort at Paws Up
The tents and cabins at this 37,000-acre ranch look like
sets from an old Ralph Lauren ad. In winter, there's
dog-sledding; in summer, fly-fishing and cattle drives.
Greenough, Mont.; 800/473-0601; www.pawsup.com;
doubles from $219.
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