Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Relax in an All-Inclusive Wonderland‏

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When most people hear Caribbean, their minds are filled with daydreams of relaxing on a secluded beach as the sound of the crystalline blue water washes away the worries of everyday life.  An all-inclusive vacation is a great way to make this dream a reality and get a great bargain at the same time.  When you select an all-inclusive resort, everything you need is included in one price to guarantee you a worry-free vacation.  Most all-inclusive plans include hotel, all meals, snacks, beverages (alcoholic and non), activities, tips and gratuities.

All-inclusive resorts cater to their guests so a traveler does not need to leave the resort unless they choose to. However, if you would like to explore the destination, a hotel concierge will do everything possible to ensure your stay is a memorable one.  This includes arranging a romantic sunset cruise, nature tours or a cultural tour of the countryside.  Many all-inclusive resorts have spas and will offer one free treatment with your stay.  Should you need to be pampered further, some even offer a private butler service.  This may sound like unnecessary extravagance, but take our advice and give it a try.  You will not be disappointed.

Whether you’re in the mood for steak and lobster, sushi, or even an authentic Italian meal, most resorts have an abundant selection of restaurants to choose from.  These all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico boast some of the most talented culinary professionals in the world and their guests are the ones who benefit.  So be adventurous and try a different restaurant each day of your stay.  After dinner, take a seat at one of the evening shows to see Caribbean dancers and musicians that will surely keep you entertained.


If the beach is not what you're looking for, resorts offer multiple pools (many with swim-up bars) to make sure you always have a spot in the sun and plenty of space to swim and splash.  If you've had a strenuous day of activity, relax in the jacuzzi that many resorts offer.

Another great thing about the all-inclusive vacation is that your glass is always full with your beverage of choice.  So when that warm Caribbean sun calls forth your thirst for a tasty tropical drink, all you need to do is take a sip.  Many places have beach bars and offer drink service right to your palapa or beach chair so you don't need to leave the sand.  If you don't feel like hanging out at the beach all day, you can paddle right over to the swim-up bar at one of the pools to enjoy a frosty refreshment.  The bartenders at these resorts that are amongst the friendliest people you'll meet.  They love to have a good time and treat their guests as lifelong friends.

For those who live an active lifestyle or need a break from lounging on the beach, all-inclusive resorts offer many activities to keep you entertained.  If a morning workout is part of your daily routine, resorts offer a fitness room or gym for hitting the free weights or jogging on the treadmill.  Many resorts offer instructors who lead you in water aerobics to burn off those tropical drink calories.  If you're looking for something more in-tune with the relaxation theme, give their yoga program a try. Many resorts also offer tennis, golf, shuffleboard and just about anything you can think of. Even better, the non-motorized water sports (snorkeling, kayaking etc.) are included!  Many all-inclusive resorts have their own watersports centers on the beach that have jet ski rental and can arrange scuba, snorkeling and fishing adventures for an additional fee.  So no matter what your interests, all-inclusive resorts have many options to choose from.  Most of which are included or available for a small fee.


Many all-inclusive resorts also cater to families.  Kids clubs, water slides, playgrounds and kiddie pools offer children the opportunity to stay entertained and to make new friends.  Some resorts even offer a nanny service to watch the kids while mom and dad take time to relax or explore.

The best part of an all-inclusive vacation is that there are no worries and you are free to just relax and go at your own pace with everything available to you all in one place.  So when trying to decide on your next vacation, give the all-inclusive option serious consideration, especially when traveling on a budget.

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