We were at Riu Palace last year. Our 13 year old, friend's 15 and 17 year olds, a toddler and an infant all in our group. The kids had a blast. I didn't feel that there were rules that in any way impacted our vacation. The staff was GREAT to all the kids. My 13 year old wandered about freely, choosing to often eat lunch by himself. I think he might have been flirting with some of the girls on staff...so no mom at lunch! haha We were there for a wedding, so the AI was the only option for our daughter and son in law, considering we were bringing 25 newbies along for the trip. A 13 year old growing boy was in HEAVEN as he could eat as much as he wanted...whenever he wanted! LOL

As we were leaving, it was apparent that he had chatted up most everyone that worked there as people were coming out of the woodwork to say goodbye. At that moment, I knew beyond a doubt that he was as much in love with Jamaica as I am.

The kids were never bored and had a blast! Good luck to your friends.