All Inclusive Vacation Expert

Beautiful Beaches Turks and Caicos

On of my absolute favorite vacations is an All Inclusive getaway! There is no better way to relax and unwind. Imagine arriving to your beautiful resort and never even having to pull out your wallet. Everything from your hotel room to your food and drinks, entertainment, recreation, and even childcare is included in the price. Having everything prepaid allows you to relax and enjoy without having to worry about how much you are spending. It is the best vacation for families and couples alike. The ease of booking an all inclusive saves you a ton of time. Instead of having to research and plan each part of your vacation separately (flights, hotel, entertainment, food, etc) everything you need can be booked at once. Not only that but more often than not it ends up being cheaper than a pay-as-you-go vacation, and with everything priced out and paid for ahead of time it makes it super easy to budget.

Some of my clients favorite destinations for all inclusive vacations are the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Mexico and the Caribbean. With a variety of resorts and locations, there is an all inclusive vacation perfect for every family. It's also a great place to have a girls/friends getaway or even a destination wedding or group trip. Fun in the sun with friends and family is a great way to celebrate a special occasion like a birthday, anniversary, graduation and more. Spring Break, Holiday Vacations, Honeymoons, Babymoons and more... there's always a special occasion that deserves a special celebration! 

Families are so busy these days between school, work, extracurricular activities and sports, I am seeing more and more people looking for an all in one getaway where they literally don't have to lift a finger or worry about a thing. Sometimes mom and dad need an adult only trip, or perhaps the kids have gotten older and are off to college or taking care of their own families. An all inclusive adults only getaway is the perfect vacation. The flexibility and ease makes it a no-brainer!

Most all inclusive destinations DO require a passport for travel, so keep that in mind if you're hoping to visit. I always recommend my clients make sure their passports are up to date and don't wait until the last minute to renew - you never know when you'll see a great deal or have the chance to plan a last minute trip!

Top All Inclusive Family Resorts
My two favorite all inclusive brands for family travel are Beaches and Dreams. These resorts have various room options, kids clubs and baby sitting for families with children, great food options, incredible pools and the most beautiful beaches. There is peace of mind knowing you don't even need to leave the resort - though you can certainly plan excursion and off site activities if you choose to! Mom and Dad can even relax in the spa or take a fitness class while the kids have fun off on their own adventures. 

Beaches Turks and Caicos is the top of my list for family all inclusive getaways. This resort is beyond beautiful and the quality of service and amenities is top notch. Dreams Macao in the Dominican Republic is consistently a guest favorite! The crystal blue waters and best-in-class service make it a destination clients want to visit again and again. While it is a family friendly resort, it is perfect for couples and friends groups as well. Everyone always loves the water park at Dreams Macao!

Adult Only All Inclusive Vacations
While many all inclusive resorts cater to families, there are also a large number of resorts that appeal to couple or adult only groups and some that are ONLY for adults, no kids allowed. Sandals resorts are my favorite spot to send guest looking for a kid free vacation. With locations in Jamaica, Barbados, the Bahamas, Curacao, Saint Lucia, Antigua, Grenada and more there is a location perfect for everyone's taste and budget. They are in the most gorgeous tropical settings and feature everything from golf to water sports, unlimited gourmet dining, scuba diving and more you will never be at a loss for things to do. Or, if you want to just lay back and relax, enjoy one of the numerous pools and beaches. While they are all wonderful I would probably pick Sandals Grenada and Sandals Royal Plantation in Ocho Rios, Jamaica as my favorites. 

Things that are included in your all inclusive vacation
While the inclusions may vary slightly from resort to resort, here is a general list of things that are included in the pricing of your vacation

*Hotel accommodations
*Food and drinks
*Use of pools and beaches
*Kids Clubs (a great way for the kids to go have fun while mom and dad relax!)
*Entertainment - live music and bands, dancing and more 
*Use of on-site amenities such as tennis courts and fitness centers/
And SO MUCH more!

All you can eat gourmet food, drinks, recreation and entertainment, activities, child care, sign me up! If you have never visited an all inclusive resort it's time to give it a try. You'll quickly learn it is the easiest and most stress free vacation option.