Well, we are now into 2021. Travel is looking brighter but still a little elusive at times. While some families are not ready to travel, some are thinking about planning the next vacation and some are ready to get away. Where ever your family falls in this spectrum it is always good to dream. Today I am here to give you a bit more information about why your family might want to think about an all-inclusive resort for your next vacation. All-inclusive resorts are not just your run-of-the-mill resort vacation. Oh no! They are your one-stop pathway to relaxation, fun, and adventure. All-inclusive resorts are kind of like a cruise but on land and in one place.
All-inclusive resorts are a great alternative to cruising. Cruising will be back again (hopefully later this summer or fall) but in the meantime, you might want to get away. An all-inclusive resort might be just the ticket for your family. Much of what you can find on a cruise ship you can experience at all-inclusive resorts. Read on to learn more!
Where are all-inclusive resorts
Most all inclusive resorts are found in Mexico and the Caribbean. There is one Club Med in Florida that is nice but not as luxurious.
How an all-inclusive resort is like a cruise on land!
Food
Like a cruise ship, all your food is included in the price of your stay. Most resorts have many different restaurants ranging from luxury dining to casual eateries and poolside fare. You will find different restaurants to cater to different tastes such as Italian, Mexican, Asian, or Indian food. At larger resorts, there could be so many restaurants that you could try a different one for every meal in your week long visit and still not hit them all. You will also have at least one buffet option. This makes it easy for everyone to find something they like.
BUT, an all-inclusive resort goes one step further than just food. All-inclusive resorts also include drinks. There are many bars and lounges around the resort and you can just walk up (or swim up) and get something to drink.
The dining options vary from resort to resort so talk with your travel advisor for help finding the resort that has the right dining options for your family. Also, not all dining or drinks are included, just like a cruise. Some finer dining and top-shelf liquors will have an additional charge.
Entertainment and Activities
Every resort will have a pool area but they aren’t all created equal. Some will have one main pool, others might have an adult pool or children’s pool and some might have them all. At the main pool, there could be activities going on all day long while it is quieter at the adult pool giving guests a place for fun and a place for relaxation. Guess what, there are also resorts that have their own water park. How cool is that!!
Most resorts will include non-motorized water sports such as paddleboards and kayaks. A few also include even some motorized ones. There might be other on-site activities that are included like miniature golf, tennis, and sports courts. Some resorts have bumper cars and arcade rooms. You will also find other activities you can do for an extra charge, maybe horseback riding, scuba diving, ATV adventures, etc.
Kid’s Clubs
One of the things that families love about cruising is the kids’ activities and special places just for kids. Well, all-inclusive resorts are just like a cruise and can provide that too! Kids will find their own places to play games, do crafts, perform in plays, dress-up, get some energy out in an outdoor playground, or splash park. Staff members are specially trained to care for your kids all day long.
Excursions
Another thing people love about cruising is going out and exploring the countries they visit. Well, at an all-inclusive resort you only stay in one place. But, there are plenty of things to go and do and see off of the resort property. Most resorts have a dedicated place to go to book excursions. One of the cool things about staying on land, in one place, is that you get to explore more of the area. You aren’t limited to just a few hours and have to wait until the next cruise to go and do something else. You can do all that you want on one vacation. Woohoo!
There are so many different all-inclusive resort options for all families and all budgets. Contact me if you would like to start planning your all-inclusive vacation or have questions!
Happy travels to you…until we meet again!
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