What Is an All-Inclusive Vacation?

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 An all-inclusive vacation typically means your accommodations, meals, drinks (yes, including alcohol!), entertainment, and many activities are included in one upfront price. These vacations are most popular at resorts in sunny destinations like Mexico, the Caribbean, and parts of Central America. 

• Hotel or resort stay
• Shared Airport Transfers
•  All meals & snacks (buffets and à la carte restaurants)
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
• Entertainment (shows, live music, theme nights) 
• Activities (beach games, fitness classes, water sports)
• Kids clubs (available at many family resorts)
• Room service

It could be a great fit if you:

• Want everything paid upfront with no surprise expenses
• Prefer to relax by the pool or beach without worrying about planning
• Like the idea of endless food & drinks at your fingertips
• Travel with family or a group and want to keep everyone happy
• Are okay staying mostly at the resort (though you can always venture out!)
   

It might not be the best fit if you:

• Crave off-the-beaten-path adventure or local culture immersion
• Don’t eat or drink enough to justify the all-inclusive cost
• Prefer boutique hotels or a la carte travel planning

These are some of the most popular and trusted locations for all-inclusive resorts:

Mexico – Cancun, Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos
Dominican Republic – Punta Cana, La Romana
Jamaica – Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios
Cuba – Varadero, Cayo Santa Maria, Holguín
Bahamas – Nassau, Paradise Island, Exumas
Antigua & Barbuda – St. John's, Dickenson Bay
Aruba – Palm Beach, Eagle Beach
Barbados – West Coast and South Coast areas
Saint Lucia – Gros Islet, Soufrière
Costa Rica – Guanacaste region for beach resorts with a splash of adventure