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The idea of the “family vacation” has dramatically evolved in the last few decades.

Here are the 16 best winter destinations for families, according to the experts.

Itll have privileged access to the mountain, as well as large private homes perfect for multi-generational gatherings.

Smiling and laughing family hanging out on rock in river while on summer vacation

A family enjoying a river in the mountains.Credit:Thomas Barwick/Getty Images

“[It’s] a highlight of any family trip.

She often recommendsMauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collectionto families, since it caters to kids of all ages.

There is plenty to do: dog sledding, cross-country skiing, and riding the cogwheel Gornergrat Railway.

Aerial view of Cape Town

Cityscape of Cape Town, South Africa.Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure

Kids should also enjoy the scenic train ride from either Geneva or Zurich.

Williams also suggests visitingMont Cervin Palacefor further immersion into the charming fairy tale-like setting.

For a truly five-star overwater exploit, theres the new ultra-luxuryHermes Mega Catamaranthat can sleep up to 20 guests.

A family skiing

Skiers in Big Sky, Montana.Craig Moore/Getty Images

Your family will walk away with new perspectives and unmatched wildlife encounters.

Lyngen Alps, Norway

When its magic youre after, the northern lights don’t disappoint.

Williams says combining Chiles two extremes is the way to go.

Grandfather, mother and daughter having a good time on secluded tropical beach, Okinawa, Japan

A family enjoying an Okinawa beach.Ippei Naoi/Getty Images

(The elegant yet ruggedTierra Atacamais her choice there.)

The beautiful English Bay after a rare snowfall.

Vancouver covered in snow.Kim Rogerson/Getty Images

A small island with palm trees

A quiet beach of Anguilla.Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure

A quiet beach with palm trees

An empty beach on Hawaii.Laura La Monaca/Travel + Leisure

Snow covered mountain village

Zermatt, Switzerland covered in snow.Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure

a large number of tortoises

Several tortoises on Galapagos Islands.Sharyn Umaña-Angers/Travel + Leisure

Skiers going down the mountain in Park

A ski lift in Deer Valley, Utah.Tessa Desjardins/Travel + Leisure

Elephants drinking at a small waterhole in the vast open plains of Masai Mara.

Two elephants in Kenya’s Masai Mara National Park.Mario Moreno/Getty Images

The northern lights over the Lyngen Lodge in Norway

Northern lights above the Lyngen Lodge.Courtesy of Lyngen Lodge

Sheep in the mountains near a lake

Landscape of Wanaka, New Zealand.Maria Ligaya/Travel + Leisure

“Wat Ho Pha Bang in Luang Prabang, Laos is located at the northeastern corner of the grounds of the Royal Palace Museum. Luang Prabang is a city located in north central Laos and is notable as a UNESCO World Heritage Site."

Wat Ho Pha Bang in Luang Prabang.hadynyah/Getty Images

Wild animals near a lake

Wildlife in Argentina’s Patagonia.Irjaliina Paavonpera/Travel + Leisure

Jungle in foreground; red tile roof building, waves, ocean and mountains beyond

Tenacatita Bay in Costalegre, Mexico.Timothy Hearsum/Getty Images

People hiking up a mountain

Hikers in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park.Maria Ligaya/Travel + Leisure