All Inclusive = fantastic value

Everyone’s talking about all inclusive holidays at the moment! With everything paid for, you can enjoy your holiday in style, safe in the knowledge there won’t be a big bill for extras when you check out. Here are three of our favourite all-inclusive destinations – truly exotic holidays at truly everyday prices.

A romantic getaway in Grenada

For many visitors Caribbean holidays are all about romance. Whilst all of the islands offer plenty to keep starry eyed couples happy, one that’s particularly special is Grenada. Holidays here tend to be a little quieter and more low-key, perfect for romance. Some of the nicest resorts are situated on gorgeous Grand Anse beach – two miles of golden sand, ideal for evening strolls with the surf caressing your ankles and lazy days lounging together in the warm Caribbean sun. And what could be better than free cocktails at sunset and free massages in the late afternoon sun? Choose the right all-inclusive resort and these come as part of the deal. The Coyaba Beach Resort is set amidst an exotic garden of waving palm trees and scented blooms with a beautiful freeform pool with swim-up bar. Cocktails are free of course - as are all meals and activities like tennis, kayaking and even golf. Or else try luxury all inclusive resort La Source if you’re a serious pamper person. Here there’s a daily free spa treatment all included. You can choose from such sultry delights as Swedish massages, facials or salt loofah body buffs. Of course meals, lots of sports activities and more are included too.

Family fun in Antigua

Taking the family on holiday can really rack up the costs. Kids need constant amusement – and it sometimes feels like they need constant feeding too! If you’re looking for a great all-inclusive for all the family then Antigua holidays are pretty hard to beat. Many of the island’s 365 beaches are protected by offshore coral reefs which means the water is warm and shallow, perfect for younger beach babes. Teens will have endless hours of fun snorkeling too as the reef can be easily reached from the beach. Many of the all inclusive resorts have facilities for kids too, so whilst you’re soaking up the sun, they’re having fun with new friends. Stay at the Jolly Beach resort and there’s a jolly Kidz childrens’ club for 3s to 11s and Teens club for 12s to 16s. Superior Rooms and Beachfront Cottages can both sleep families quite comfortably. Or else try the Beach Club. Set on a small peninsula, this lovely resort has two beaches to choose from, a stack of free water sports ideal for older kids to have a go at and there’s a Childrens’ Club too. And whilst the kids are occupied, you can relax by the adults-only pool!

Adventure in Costa Rica

All inclusive doesn’t have to mean spending all day at the buffet. If you’re looking for a little adventure along with some serious relaxation, how about a Costa Rica holiday? Sandwiched between south and central America, it’s an eco-paradise, with ancient volcanoes at its core and miles of verdant rainforest traversed by sparkling rivers. There are no less than 20 national parks and you can see them on foot, on bike, by raft and even on a zip line careering along through the jungle canopy. You can get surprisingly close to the volcanic action in Arenal National Park too where you’ll see vast columns of ash and flows of molten lava - all from a safe distance of course. There are miles of sugary sand to choose from when it comes to relaxing after your excursions. Stay at the Paradisus Playa Conchal on the north Pacific coast and you get the best of all worlds – a luxury beach resort with gym, spa, tennis courts, scuba diving and golf all included – and you’re a short distance from some of the best national parks for more action and adventure.

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