Our all inclusive clients demand a high standard of service and quality inclusions in their all inclusive vacations. We strive to place the client at a compatible resort that will suite their needs and desires. We try to achieve this by asking a series of questions relating to a Caribbean or Mexico vacation. When choosing an all-inclusive, try asking yourself a few of the following questions and then narrow down your selections to those most fitting the majority of your wishes. No resort can fit every exact request and every vacation will have its pluses and minuses. Try to examine all of the aspects and make an educated decision before applying payment to a vacation. Change fees can be very expensive and the logistics of changing hotels and airlines can be very time-consuming.
Ask yourself:
Do we want a family resort or an adults-only facility? The majority of resorts accept families, adults, or couples. Couples Resorts and Rendezvous St Lucia accept adult couples-only. Secrets Resorts, Grand Lido Resorts, El Dorado Royale and Aventura Palace accept adults, age 18 and over. Breezes Runaway Bay, Breezes Bahamas, Breezes Montego Bay accept ages 14 and older. The adults-only resorts can be quite appealing to those looking for a more romantic getaway and are perfect for honeymoons or anniversary celebrations. Dreams Resorts, RIU Resorts, Paradisus, Palace, and Windjammer Resort have special programs for families.
Will anyone else be traveling or want to add on to our vacation at a later date? Keep in mind that if you choose an adults-only facility and a friend traveling with children decides to tag along, there will be no way to accomodate the children.
What are the ages of the persons traveling and how far is the resort from the airport? Traveling with young children can be an arduous task and resorts located a short distance from the airport will ease the travel process. Moon Palace is located 15 minutes from the airport. A number of Cancun resorts located on the strip are just minutes from the airport. Crown Paradise Club, Beach Palace, Dreams Cancun, RIU Palace Las Americas and Cancun Palace are just a few family resorts located in this area.
With our budget in mind, are we looking at the right resorts for the money? Can you please compare? Typically, in comparison, Sandals Resorts and Grand Lido tend to run on the higher end of most budgets. Grand Lido is a more upscale resort chain and tends to cater to the discriminating traveler. Couples Resorts and Secrets provide very good quality at a mid-range price. Palace Resorts offers a wide range of resorts that cater to all types of budgets. The Beach and Cancun Palace are least expensive while the Aventura & Xpu-Ha Palace approach the higher end. Both resorts still are within reach of most travelers. Couples Sans Souci is a great value for those interested in spa vacations. RIU, Sunset Beach, and Wyndham are also good values. Breezes Resorts vary in price depending upon the island and quality. By comparison, Beaches family resorts are among the priciest in the Caribbean. The Mayan Riviera, Punta Cana and Puerto Vallarta offer a large selection of all inclusive resorts at affordable prices.
Are we looking for a spa vacation or a more lively resort with an abundance of entertainment? The BodyHoliday at LeSport features a top-rated spa and is located on the picturesque island of St Lucia. Couples Sans Souci offers unique treatment huts located over the water in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Aventura Spa Palace sports a world class spa and workout facility. Couples Swept Away is the ultimate getaway for those interested in health and fitness. Breezes Bahamas and Breezes Runaway Bay feature vibrant nightlife and a multitude of daily activities and are reasonably priced. Hedonism II and Hedonism III in Jamaica means being "wicked for a week". Hedonism Resorts cater to those looking for an all night party. Temptation Resort and Spa features adult-oriented games with a naughty flavor. Desire Resort takes being wicked to a new level. Breezes Resorts offer a variety of daily activities and nightly entertainment while keeping virtually everyone entertained.
Are we looking for excellent watersports and a great beach? Grand Lido Negril & Couples Negril are located on two and a half miles of white sand beach in Negril, Jamaica. Motorized and non-motorized water sports are included with the vacation package as well as instruction. ($70 fee for resort scuba certification at Grand Lido) Cozumel features world-class diving and a host of all inclusive resorts such as the Cozumel Palace and Iberostar Cozumel. A full range of watersports is available here for a fee. Maroma Beach in the Mayan Riviera has been voted one of the world's best beaches. Secrets Maroma Beach, El Dorado Maroma and a number of all inclusive hotels are located on this stretch of vibrant sand. Negril's world famous 7-mile beach still brings in travelers from all over the world. Breezes Bahamas is situated on Nassau's famed Cable Beach with crystal clear waters and abundant marine life.
Do we want a suite or is a regular hotel room satisfactory? A wide range of suites and villas are available at our all-inclusive Caribbean destinations. El Dorado Royale features Casita Suites with a private outdoor shower, hot tub, and even personal Infinity pools in the higher Casita suite level. Excellence Resorts feature Excellence Club swimout suites with direct access to the pool. Grand Lido Negril offers luxury 1-bedroom beachfront suites with a private mini-courtyard and hot tub. Paradisus Resorts offer the Royal Service VIP section featuring additional amenities and butler service. Couples Negril beachfront suites provide a porch or balcony with private hammock, in-room bar and double sized bathroom w/jacuzzi. Grand Velas in Puerto Vallarta offers some of the largest suites available at an all inclusive and at a very good value. Excellence Playa Mujeres features two-story rooftop jacuzzi suites. The Penthouse suites at Couples Sans Souci offer the ultimate view of the Ocho Rios coastline. Azul Fives will offer one, two and three bedroom suites to accommodate most parties.
We want a nonstop flight or an island/destination with little travel time. Where do we go? The Bahamas, Jamaica, Cancun, Punta Cana and Puerto Rico areas have major airline service and are typically easier destinations to visit. St Lucia is in the deep southern Caribbean and takes longer to reach. This should not deter those looking for a clean and beautiful destination. St Lucia is called the "Hawaii of the Caribbean" and is a top honeymoon destination. It is definitely the most scenic of all Caribbean islands. Curacao and Antigua are in the southern Caribbean as well. West Coast visitors will enjoy a short trip to Cabo San Lucas or the Puerto Vallarta area.
Do we want golf included or just available? Breezes Runaway Bay features a golf course directly across from the property with complimentary greens fees. Grand Lido Braco has on-property golfing. Couples Negril and Couples Swept Away feature golf at the Negril Hills Golf & Country Club. Couples Ocho Rios offers complimentary greens fees at the Upton Course. Resorts in Montego Bay have at least four courses within driving distance(golf extra). Other islands offer golf for a fee at nearby courses. For the serious golfer, Casa De Campo in La Romana features the "Teeth of the Dog" which has been rated at one of the top golf courses in the region. Moon Palace features their own golf club and even offers a golf package add-on to the all inclusive package.
Are any outside tours included with the all-inclusive package? Palace Resorts includes tours to the Mayan Ruins and to Isla Mujeres in their all-inclusive packages. It is a good idea to book these optional tours upon arrival in Mexico. Couples Negril, Couples Swept Away, and Couples Ocho Rios offer a variety of outside excursions ranging from horseback riding, shopping tours, catamaran cruises, trips to Margaritaville and Dunns River Falls as part of the all-inclusive package. Check with each individual resort page to see inclusions.
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