This article has some great resorts that made its list. I added some personal comments to each of them. One of my personal favorites is Beaches Turks and Caicos. Punta Cana has a great beach, Zoetry offers a quiet, serene atmosphere, Jamaica has the hip vibe and culture, St Thomas doesn't require a passport for US citizens, Aruba is below the hurricane belt and lastly Hard Rock is AMAZING!
Here is the list:
There was a time
when an all-inclusive resort vacation was synonymous with a
bargain-basement getaway. Images of tourists jostling each other in the
buffet line and sinking too much free booze were common. Those days have
come and gone. Today's all-inclusive resorts are intent on continuously
raising the bar and outdoing each other. All-inclusive resorts do offer
one thing in common: the ability for travelers to accurately budget the
full cost of a vacation. Other than that, all-inclusive resorts in the
Caribbean provide a wide range of vacation experiences.
Beaches Turks & Caicos
Families will find themselves in vacation overdrive when they book a stay at Beaches Turks & Caicos. The resort is on a 12-mile stretch of white sand beach. The littlest kids will be enthralled by activities and performances by Sesame Street characters, including fan favorites Elmo and Cookie Monster. Teenagers have their own private disco, Liquid at Beaches. The whole family will enjoy the resort's Xbox 360 Game Garage and the resort's 45,000-square-foot water park featuring a SurfStream simulator. The resort comprises three villages replicating the ambience of Italy, France and the Caribbean; with restaurants to match.
Club Med Punta Cana
As all-inclusive resorts developed over the years, they did a great job instituting children's clubs for kids age four to 12. Club Med Punta Cana is an excellent fit for active families, since a Club Med vacation is all about being on the move. Vacation January through March and you'll have the option of taking an excursion to view migrating humpback whales.
Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita
Romance-minded lovers will fall head over heels for Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita. Part of the resort's charm is its beginning as a European Plan resort that was filled with the owner's collection of art from around the world, everywhere from Bali to Peru — including a pair of 16th-century Balinese dragons greeting guests on arrival. The pace at Zoëtry is relaxed, and the emphasis is on health and wellness without being strident. While it has the ambience of an adults-only resort, kids are welcome. Dining is a la carte, with a choice of al fresco venues or intimate candle-lit settings. The spa has the usual round of treatments, with one exception: a Maya Temazcal, which is something like a primitive steam room overseen by a Maya shaman. Water and herbs are splashed over red hot rocks as the shaman relates Maya tales in the darkness. It is a transformative experience that makes a perfect prelude to a complimentary sundown ride on the resort's catamaran.
Sandals Royal Plantation, Ocho Rios
Ever since the 1970s, Jamaica has nurtured and refined the all-inclusive resort experience, with a variety of brands elevating the experience by introducing luxe amenities and features. One resort stands apart from the rest — Sandals Royal Plantation. Guests will have to pinch themselves to be reminded they're at an all-inclusive resort and not a five-star hotel like a Ritz-Carlton or St. Regis. This adults-only Ocho Rios resort is perched above the ocean overlooking some intimate, pocket-sized beaches. The ambience at Royal Plantation is that of being at an impressive estate, which is amplified by such perks as personal butler service and the C-Bar Caviar + Champagne venue. Guests also have the option of complimentary golf at the nearby Sandals Golf & Country Club.
Sugar Bay Resort & Spa, St. Thomas
All-inclusive resorts have always flourished in destinations with access to cheap labor, which is why you don't see them in destinations like Hawaii or most countries in Europe. You also don't see very many all-inclusive resorts in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Sugar Bay Resort & Spa has found the magic formula to offer all-inclusive vacations at its resort in St. Thomas, which is in the midst of a multi-million dollar overhaul. Dining is key at Sugar Bay, with Haitian-born executive chef Ron Duprat — famous for his appearance on Bravo's hit TV series Top Chef — creating Haitian Creole/French-Asian fusion cuisine. A big plus: travelers won't need a passport when they stay at Sugar Bay Resort & Spa since St. Thomas is part of the USVI. This makes Sugar Bay a great choice for family reunions and destination weddings.
Occidental Grande Aruba
Located in Palm Beach, Aruba this high-end, all-inclusive resort for families and couples features all the ingredients for a unique holiday: a location right on the beach, turquoise waters, the fine white sands of the Caribbean and warm weather throughout the year. Occidental Grand Aruba is close to many tourist attractions and just steps away from the entertainment, lounges, discos and shopping areas the island has to offer. If guests want an even more luxurious experience, consider upgrading to Royal Club status. Think of the Royal Club Grand Aruba as a resort within a resort, giving guests a premium all-inclusive experience, including access to the Royal Club Restaurant, the Royal Club Lounge and private services such as personalized check-in and private concierge.
Hard Rock Hotel Cancun
While some people don't think of family vacations when they think of Hard Rock, they'd be out of tune and missing the beat in the case of Hard Rock Hotel Cancun, which brings rock-star glitz to an all-inclusive vacation. The resort's huge poolscape, beachfront setting, restaurants with kids menus and eye-catching music memorabilia bring a wholesome rock-star-in-paradise vibe to the Mexican Caribbean. Families should consider booking a Deluxe Family Room, with its two connecting suites, each with a double Jacuzzi. There are plenty of distractions at the resort for adults and teens, while the kids will love the Little Big Club, where they can enjoy life-size actors cavorting as Barney the Dinosaur, Thomas & Friends, Bob the Builder and Angelina Ballerina.
Here is the list:
Best Caribbean all-inclusive resorts
Beaches Turks & Caicos
Families will find themselves in vacation overdrive when they book a stay at Beaches Turks & Caicos. The resort is on a 12-mile stretch of white sand beach. The littlest kids will be enthralled by activities and performances by Sesame Street characters, including fan favorites Elmo and Cookie Monster. Teenagers have their own private disco, Liquid at Beaches. The whole family will enjoy the resort's Xbox 360 Game Garage and the resort's 45,000-square-foot water park featuring a SurfStream simulator. The resort comprises three villages replicating the ambience of Italy, France and the Caribbean; with restaurants to match.
Club Med Punta Cana
As all-inclusive resorts developed over the years, they did a great job instituting children's clubs for kids age four to 12. Club Med Punta Cana is an excellent fit for active families, since a Club Med vacation is all about being on the move. Vacation January through March and you'll have the option of taking an excursion to view migrating humpback whales.
Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita
Romance-minded lovers will fall head over heels for Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita. Part of the resort's charm is its beginning as a European Plan resort that was filled with the owner's collection of art from around the world, everywhere from Bali to Peru — including a pair of 16th-century Balinese dragons greeting guests on arrival. The pace at Zoëtry is relaxed, and the emphasis is on health and wellness without being strident. While it has the ambience of an adults-only resort, kids are welcome. Dining is a la carte, with a choice of al fresco venues or intimate candle-lit settings. The spa has the usual round of treatments, with one exception: a Maya Temazcal, which is something like a primitive steam room overseen by a Maya shaman. Water and herbs are splashed over red hot rocks as the shaman relates Maya tales in the darkness. It is a transformative experience that makes a perfect prelude to a complimentary sundown ride on the resort's catamaran.
Sandals Royal Plantation, Ocho Rios
Ever since the 1970s, Jamaica has nurtured and refined the all-inclusive resort experience, with a variety of brands elevating the experience by introducing luxe amenities and features. One resort stands apart from the rest — Sandals Royal Plantation. Guests will have to pinch themselves to be reminded they're at an all-inclusive resort and not a five-star hotel like a Ritz-Carlton or St. Regis. This adults-only Ocho Rios resort is perched above the ocean overlooking some intimate, pocket-sized beaches. The ambience at Royal Plantation is that of being at an impressive estate, which is amplified by such perks as personal butler service and the C-Bar Caviar + Champagne venue. Guests also have the option of complimentary golf at the nearby Sandals Golf & Country Club.
Sugar Bay Resort & Spa, St. Thomas
All-inclusive resorts have always flourished in destinations with access to cheap labor, which is why you don't see them in destinations like Hawaii or most countries in Europe. You also don't see very many all-inclusive resorts in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Sugar Bay Resort & Spa has found the magic formula to offer all-inclusive vacations at its resort in St. Thomas, which is in the midst of a multi-million dollar overhaul. Dining is key at Sugar Bay, with Haitian-born executive chef Ron Duprat — famous for his appearance on Bravo's hit TV series Top Chef — creating Haitian Creole/French-Asian fusion cuisine. A big plus: travelers won't need a passport when they stay at Sugar Bay Resort & Spa since St. Thomas is part of the USVI. This makes Sugar Bay a great choice for family reunions and destination weddings.
Occidental Grande Aruba
Located in Palm Beach, Aruba this high-end, all-inclusive resort for families and couples features all the ingredients for a unique holiday: a location right on the beach, turquoise waters, the fine white sands of the Caribbean and warm weather throughout the year. Occidental Grand Aruba is close to many tourist attractions and just steps away from the entertainment, lounges, discos and shopping areas the island has to offer. If guests want an even more luxurious experience, consider upgrading to Royal Club status. Think of the Royal Club Grand Aruba as a resort within a resort, giving guests a premium all-inclusive experience, including access to the Royal Club Restaurant, the Royal Club Lounge and private services such as personalized check-in and private concierge.
Hard Rock Hotel Cancun
While some people don't think of family vacations when they think of Hard Rock, they'd be out of tune and missing the beat in the case of Hard Rock Hotel Cancun, which brings rock-star glitz to an all-inclusive vacation. The resort's huge poolscape, beachfront setting, restaurants with kids menus and eye-catching music memorabilia bring a wholesome rock-star-in-paradise vibe to the Mexican Caribbean. Families should consider booking a Deluxe Family Room, with its two connecting suites, each with a double Jacuzzi. There are plenty of distractions at the resort for adults and teens, while the kids will love the Little Big Club, where they can enjoy life-size actors cavorting as Barney the Dinosaur, Thomas & Friends, Bob the Builder and Angelina Ballerina.
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