Where wealthy families frolic

Natural areas, cultural relics and elite schools, including the Brazilian city Rio de Janeiro, NASA's aviation center in the United States and Disney parks are among the top destinations for Chinese families traveling abroad with their children. [Photo/China Daily]

"(Amazon) activities can inspire children to admire nature and build character," Guo says.

Rich outdoors-adventure seekers also favor Africa.

They pile into all-terrain vehicles to watch gnu running in Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve, and see elephants, lions and rhinos in Tanzania's Serengeti National Park.

They also enjoy the island paradise of Tanzania's Zanzibar. The Stone Town of Zanzibar blends the cultures of Africa, the Arab region, India and Europe.

Speaking of Europe, Switzerland is moving toward the top of wealthy families' itineraries because of its pristine nature and temperate climate.

They hike in Zermatt and ride trains over Jungfrau's mountains to see glaciers.

Alaska's glaciers, climate and wildlife are also popular among wealthy Chinese parents.