(Photo courtesy of Velas Resorts/Facebook) The Velas Resorts are truly some of the best all-inclusive options in Mexico. “We have the advantage of expansive beaches, and the wealth of space, in open air, and our all-inclusive safety protocol is controlling all that,” she said, compared to a traditional hotel or resort where you have to head off the property for dining and experiences and therefore leave the resort’s protective bubble. Plus, Doyne said, all-inclusive properties are spread out by nature and therefore make social distancing easy to maintain. That’s like dipping your toes in the water.”Įrica Doyne, senior vice president of marketing and communications at AMResorts (which partnered with Choice Hotels in 2019 and counts the all-inclusive Dreams, Secrets and Zoëtry brands in its portfolio), said an all-inclusive resort’s ability to control the entire experience from a health and safety standpoint will also appeal to cautious travelers. “If you haven’t gone out of the country or if you were still scared to travel, the easiest thing to do is go to an all-inclusive. “The next couple of years, all-inclusive resort destinations are primed to be the benefactor of the demand for leisure travel,” he said. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. I would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. “The bottom line is all-inclusive eliminates planning and gives you more time for experiences.” “Our customers are super excited about this,” King said, citing feedback from Marriott Bonvoy members who wanted more all-inclusive options, particularly for family vacations. King said Marriott will also offer more well-known Marriott brands in the all-inclusive space, with Ritz-Carlton and Luxury Collection properties aimed at luxury travelers and families and W Hotels for adults-only retreats. “All-inclusives are the next hidden gem,” said Brian King, president of Marriott International’s Caribbean and Latin American region.Įarlier this year, Marriott entered a partnership with Sunwing Travel Group’s existing Blue Diamond Resorts to add 19 all-inclusive resorts under the Autograph Collection portfolio. But after more than a year of pandemic ups and downs, and with the majority of cruises still on hold, pressing the easy button looks more attractive than ever. One of the only differences is, obviously, you stay in one spot.įor more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.Īll-inclusives have endured some stigma over the years as being uninspiring, inauthentic or, in some cases, hedonistic party spots. Much like cruises, all-inclusive resorts are a way to neatly package up your vacation from start to finish with few surprise charges at checkout. A host of entertainment choices will delight in the evening from romance and relaxation at Piano Bar to the lively frivolity of Karaoke Bar.All-inclusive resorts are a traveler’s version of pressing the easy button.Īs the name implies, everything is (usually) included in the resort rate - from your room to your meals and your experiences, which typically involve lounging by a pool or sunning on a beach. Adrenaline junkies will love the new kitesurfing and flyboarding lessons – strap your feet into a personal watercraft and soar up to heights of 55 feet above the waves. Activities including snorkelling, kayaking and scuba diving are available, younger guests will be in their element at the Grand Velas Kids Club, whilst teenagers can escape to their own retreat. Be sure to book a coveted table at Cocina de Autor the first restaurant at an all-inclusive resort to receive Five Diamonds from the AAA.īalance body and soul in the exquisite spa, complete with hydrotherapy rituals, or perfect your game on the nearby 18-hole golf course. The Grand Class and Ambassador Suites comprise breathtaking ocean views whilst Zen Grand Suites are spacious hideaways in a lush jungle setting.Ī foodie’s paradise, there are eight eateries to choose from, from the surprises of utterly creative cuisine to new takes on traditional French dishes and Asian fusion specialities. Each luxurious suite offers a private terrace, interior jacuzzi and comprehensive entertainment technology.
Idyllically poised on pristine white sands, the hotel welcomes families and couples to the beautiful Riviera Maya. Miles of sandy beach, mangroves and the Mayan jungle await guests at this all-suite, all-inclusive resort.
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