I just wasted my time on another site.  It was called all inclusive something or other.  I got all excited about a resort only to find out that it wasn't an all inclusive resort.  I hate when that happens! 

The resort didn't even have a separate all inclusive package that could be purchased.

The real time waste was trying to figure out if it was all inclusive.  The resort home page listed a price, but not what was included. 

I like All…

Researches polled 2,000 Britons and found that people who traveled to the United States and the Caribbean gained the most weight.  The large portions and buffets were cited as the primarily reason.

I suppose when you combine lots of food with lots of alcohol with lots of lounging around, you will gain a few pounds.

There certainly are people who don't gain weight.  In the study, 60% of vacationers gained weight while on vacation, but that included numerous…

Did you see that some cruise lines are now charging for meals and room service?

The bar tab is bad enough wihtout adding some food costs to it.  I want to be able to relax on my vacation.  Not worry about where I am in temrs of my budget.

Luxury cruise ships are going more all inclusive while the more retail ships are starting to add more costs

Are there any horror stories about cruise ship bar tabs out there?  

I was laughing at a discussion in the forum about hooking up with someone staying in a different all inclusive resort.  I am beyond my hooking up days, but it made me wonder how many people sneak into all inclusive resorts.

I don't want to encourage sneaking in, but I imagine it happens quite a bit. Especially at resorts without wristbands. 

I wonder if beach waitstaff knowingly serve non-guests on the beach in exchange for bigger tips?  I know it happens at…

In light of the recent allegations of fraudulent Tripadvisor reviews, I thought I would try to generate some thought around the subject. Recently it has been brought to light that there is a possibility that hotel executives have been bribing reviews to post good reviews for their organizations. Given TripAdvisor's…

Karisma Resorts offers the El Dorado Resorts for adults and the Azul Resorts for families.

The Azul resorts do a good job offering kids programs and pools that help the parents relax.  Some of the kids clubs are open until 9:30 pm which allows parents to have a nice…

I was at a party recently where a group of my friends were trashing all inclusive resorts.  I wasn't a part of the conversation and I decided it wasn't worth jumping in (at the time) to defend all inclusive resorts.

Two of the guys had recently been to an all inclusive resort for a wedding.  They both said they preferred more adventurous travel so the all inclusive resort wasn't something they enjoyed.  I totally understand this and it makes perfect sense that they wouldn't…

Just steps away from Playa del Carmens coveted 5th Avenue Shops lays 2 new exciting all inclusive destinations. Sol Melia Hotel & Resorts to Debut two All-Inclusive Paradisus Resorts that open Fall 2011-Paradisus Playa del Carmen Adults and Paradisus Playa del Carmen Families!

The Adults Only, Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla, will open on November 15 and include 534 suites, 122 of which are Royal Service and two Presidential; six restaurants, five bars and a…

Numerous luxury cruise ships now have all inclusive pricing. 

The Paul Gauguin cruise ship has 7 and 14 night cruises to Tahiti and French Polynesia with all inclusive pricing.

The ship used to be owned by the Regent Seven Seas cruise line, but now is operated by a resort company.

The cruise…

With all of the travel booking sites popping up all over the internet, travelers feel that they can get a better deal by booking own their own. What they don't realize is the buying power of a travel agent when something goes wrong. I recently stayed at a resort in Mexico and befriended some…

The all inclusive wedding can be just perfect. More and more the all inclusive resorts have upgraded and improved their wedding packages. For example, Sandals calls it’s all inclusive wedding products "Weddingmoons." Many all inclusive resorts offer a complementary wedding package in exchange for a minimum stay.

If your dream is a special wedding on the beach, today’s all inclusive resort is your answer.The destination wedding is more popular then ever. The primary reasons…

I love going to all inclusive resorts, but it really gets me going when all inclusive resort companies try to take advantage of their customers.

A few examples from prior discussions on this site:

* Sandals always has a 65% off sale and the countdown clock on their site simply refreshes when it hits zero.  That is pretty scammy.

* Not sure if it is true, but I heard that there was no wine available in the French restaurant at a Now Resort (even…

Travel & Leisure Magazine published a list of the best affordable all inclusive resorts.  However, the list reads more like a "best of" list instead of staying focused on affordable all inclusive resorts.  Numerous resorts on the list are on the expensive side.  Still, there were many nice options on their list so it is worth a look:

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Widespread Panic will be playing four concerts at the Now Sapphire and Now Jade all inclusive resorts January 31st - February 4th, 2012.

The resorts are located near Puerto Morelos, Mexico which is about half way between Cancun and Playa del Carmen.

The Now Sapphire has already…

My kids live at an all inclusive resort. 

I take care of them as a stay at home dad.  I am the main staff member at their resort.  I serve them three meals a day and numerous snacks.  They have an all you can drink plan with their sippy cups being filled as soon as they finish the previous one.  I provide numerous activities and day trips.

It reminds me how great childhood is.  We all dream of a few days or weeks per year when we can live like toddlers do. …

The 2011 AAA Five & Four Diamond award winners have been added to the all inclusive resort rankings page.  The list only includes resorts with all inclusive options.

The Grand Velas Nuevo…

If you are looking for an escape this summer, here are a few all inclusive resort summer deals to temp your travel bug:

If you are traveling with kids, Barcelo Resorts are offering summer deals through October 31st, 2011.  Kids under 12 stay and eat for free along with having access to the activity filled kids club.  Parents will also enjoy discounts up to 40% during the summer…

AMResorts (parent company of Secrets, Dreams, Zoetry and Now resorts) is building a $400 million all inclusive resort…

Some Westin resorts now offer all inclusive packages.  They also offer the Royal Beach Club section where you get breakfast, the best rooms, dedicated staff, and a two hour reception in the evening with appetizers and drinks.

If you can afford it, getting both the all inclusive package and a room in the Royal Beach Club area is the best option.  However, most people need to make…

Breezes Rio Bueno might reopen if SuperClubs is successful in buying the property. 

The resort property in Jamaica is owned by the National Insurance Fund (NIF) of Jamaica.  In the past, SuperClubs paid the NIF $200,000 per month to rent the property and operate it as Grand Lido Braco and then later as Breezes Rio Bueno.

When the contract was up for…