{"id":119,"date":"2014-03-10T17:50:00","date_gmt":"2014-03-10T17:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog-1199783855.us-west-2.elb.amazonaws.com\/blog\/2014\/03\/10\/all-you-need-to-know-about-all-inclusive\/"},"modified":"2014-03-10T17:50:00","modified_gmt":"2014-03-10T17:50:00","slug":"all-you-need-to-know-about-all-inclusive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/blog\/2014\/03\/10\/all-you-need-to-know-about-all-inclusive\/","title":{"rendered":"All You Need to Know About All-Inclusive!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">All-inclusive resorts allow you to experience all a resort has to offer, at an extremely affordable, preset price. Most all-inclusive timeshare resorts are based on the same model &#8211; an all-inclusive fee is paid for each guest for every night of their stay. In return, guests are free to take advantage of all the resort has to offer.&nbsp;<span style=\"letter-spacing: 0px\">The fee typically covers food and beverages (some have limits on alcohol), and often an array of activities.<\/span>&nbsp; Much of an all-inclusive resort&#8217;s allure stems from the fact there&#8217;s no need to carry your wallet or budget as the day goes on.<\/span><br \/><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">However, not all all-inclusive resorts are the same. Prices, plans and activities will all vary by resort. Some resorts offer tiered options &#8211; each level offers more and more perks, at a higher rate. Other all-inclusive resorts offer varying plans based upon the unit you&#8217;ll be staying in, where a more lavish room equates to a better plan. &nbsp;It&#8217;s also vital to be aware of how the resort you&#8217;re looking into handles the payment of the all-inclusive plan. On RedWeek, owners generally do not bundle the all-inclusive fee into their rental price, since the overall cost of the all-inclusive plan is based on the number of guests. &nbsp;More often, a credit card is taken at the beginning of your stay and the charge for the plan is processed on check-out day.&nbsp;<span style=\"letter-spacing: 0px\">If you plan on staying at one of these resorts, make sure you find out whether the all-inclusive plan is mandatory or optional \u2013 this will vary based on the individual resort, and who you rent it from.<\/span><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0px\">&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit;letter-spacing: 0.0px\">Check out a few of our members\u2019 favorite all-inclusive timeshare resorts:<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"http:\/\/www.redweek.com\/resort\/P316-the-royal-sands\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">The Royal Sands<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<div><a href=\"\/content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/45178.jpg\" style=\"clear: right;float: right;margin-bottom: 1em;margin-left: 1em\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><\/span><\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com\/gadgets\/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ZH7ymXRmA3E%2FUxtJDc3eaDI%2FAAAAAAAAANI%2FHNSIE_1DYBI%2Fs1600%2F45178.jpg&amp;container=blogger&amp;gadget=a&amp;rewriteMime=image%2F*\" style=\"clear: right;float: right;margin-bottom: 1em;margin-left: 1em\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"\/content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/45178.jpg?fcea910c677eb83fae36bf26679fa8bd\" height=\"209\" width=\"320\" \/><\/a><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0px\">The Royal resorts\u2019 recent change to an all-inclusive format was met with mixed opinions.<\/span>&nbsp;While the all-inclusive plan is optional when renting from an owner, it is mandatory when booking directly through the resort. Titled the REFINE package, this all-inclusive program offers guests access to the bulk of the Royal Sands&#8217; amenities and dining options. What&#8217;s included?<\/span><br \/><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Access to all restaurants and bars on property, buffet breakfast and lunch, a la carte lunch and dinner (premium dishes include a surcharge)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Snacks served twice daily<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Selection of national and international beers, cocktails, house wines, liquors, liqueurs as well as non-alcoholic beverages (premium drinks include a surcharge)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Beach and pool food and drink service<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Fully stocked minibar<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Access to on-site pools, children&#8217;s pool and lighted tennis courts<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Sports desk for use of beach towels, snorkeling gear, sailboats, bicycles and golf clubs<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Fitness center and beach sports, including beach volleyball and beach soccer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Daily resort-based activities and nightly entertainment<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Kids&#8217; Club for children ages four to twelve<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">All taxes and tips<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">To make their stay even more exciting, guests can upgrade to the REFINE Special package.&nbsp;<span style=\"letter-spacing: 0px\">The Special packages offer day spa services and guided outings to local attractions.&nbsp;<\/span>The REFINE daily rates do vary by owner status, season and length of stay although the average tends to be about $70-$90 per day for each adult.&nbsp;Children under the age of twelve and teenagers from thirteen to seventeen also receive reduced rates for the all-inclusive plan, &nbsp;and there is no charge for children under three. For the most accurate price for your stay, be sure to check directly with the owner.<\/span><br \/><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<h4><a href=\"http:\/\/www.redweek.com\/resort\/P276-pueblo-bonito-rose-spa-resort\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Pueblo Bonito Rose Spa &amp; Resort&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com\/gadgets\/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-nMZtj_opNdo%2FUxtJKtAqahI%2FAAAAAAAAANQ%2FucKxzABdYwM%2Fs1600%2F44900.jpg&amp;container=blogger&amp;gadget=a&amp;rewriteMime=image%2F*\" style=\"clear: right;float: right;margin-bottom: 1em;margin-left: 1em\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"\/content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/44900.jpg?175bdb6f6c486a9a24884ca364a083fb\" height=\"187\" width=\"320\" \/><\/a><a href=\"\/content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/44900.jpg\" style=\"clear: right;float: right;margin-bottom: 1em;margin-left: 1em\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Pueblo Bonito Rose is a perennial favorite among RedWeek members. With a classic Spanish theme that emphasizes European luxury, it&#8217;s only fitting this Cabo San Lucas getaway embraces an equally lavish all-inclusive plan. Dining, activities, fitness options and access to Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos dining options all come together to compose the perfect all-inclusive plan to complement your vacation. Here&#8217;s what&#8217;s included:<\/span><br \/><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Housekeeping twice daily<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Dining at all restaurants and bars on-site as well as at sister resort Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Wide variety of cocktail and beverage options (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Private access to El Medano Beach<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Fitness center featuring a variety of exercise classes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Access to pool and pool\/beach activities<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Daily activities including options like ping-pong, tennis and Spanish lessons<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Exclusive themed dining nights at the Mare Nostrum restaurant<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Much like The Royal Sands, Pueblo Bonito Rose offers a number of additional plan options for an extra fee: spa packages, family packages and couples packages. Standard daily all-inclusive rates do vary, although guests can anticipate $80-$100 per adult, per day with occasional promotions such as buy five days and receive two days free. Of course, it&#8217;s always best to get current prices<span style=\"letter-spacing: 0px\">&nbsp;from the owner prior to arranging your rental.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit;letter-spacing: 0px\"><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<h4><a href=\"http:\/\/www.redweek.com\/resort\/P5593-villa-del-arco-beach-resort-spa\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Villa del Arco Beach Resort &amp; Spa<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<div>\n<div style=\"clear: both;text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com\/gadgets\/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-zPWV7hN1jho%2FUxtJe5glFaI%2FAAAAAAAAANY%2F1IuRuzDSFeQ%2Fs1600%2F153331.jpg&amp;container=blogger&amp;gadget=a&amp;rewriteMime=image%2F*\" style=\"clear: right;float: right;margin-bottom: 1em;margin-left: 1em\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"\/content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/153331.jpg?7743b747545dc3f5ccc5c72fa26a14e1\" height=\"212\" width=\"320\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"\/content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/153331.jpg\" style=\"clear: right;float: right;margin-bottom: 1em;margin-left: 1em\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">A more modern approach to all-incluive plans involves implementing a base plan as well as range of add-on benefits to customize your vacation. This method is employed by Cabo San Lucas&#8217; Villa del Arco Beach Resort &amp; Spa. Villa del Arco offers a solid, non-mandatory base all-inclusive plan with plenty of optional additions to create an unforgettable experience. Their base plan includes:<\/span><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks at all of the resort&#8217;s restaurants and bars<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Fully stocked minibar<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Premium wines and various drinks by the glass<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Nightly entertainment including theme nights and live music<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Water sports equipment such as kayaks, paddle boards and boogie boards<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Fitness center and tennis courts<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">Daily activities for adults and children such as volleyball, pool games, dancing lessons and Spanish lessons<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">All taxes and tips<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">The Best Value package is the &#8220;base&#8221; plan and the most affordable. From there, Villa del Arco also offers Family Experience, Los Cabos Experience, Romantic Getaway and Spa Indulgence packages, each with various perks that emphasize the nature of each plan. The base daily rate for adults is approximately $100 per day. There is no charge for children under four, and children ages four to twelve are eligible for a reduced rate. As always, you&#8217;ll want to directly contact the owner in order to learn how to book a more extravagant plan as well as obtain up-to-date rates based on the particular rental you&#8217;re looking at.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit\"><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: inherit\">We&#8217;ve only scratched the surface of what a few all-inclusive resorts have to offer. There are dozens more out there, each with their own plans in place to help make your vacation as convenient and worry-free as possible. Check out the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.redweek.com\/timeshare-attractions\/all-inclusive\" target=\"_blank\">all-inclusive section on RedWeek.com<\/a>&nbsp;to browse through some other fantastic resort options with all-inclusive plans!<\/span><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"All-inclusive resorts allow you to experience all a resort has to offer, at an extremely affordable, preset price. Most all-inclusive timeshare resorts are based on the same model &#8211; an all-inclusive fee is paid for each guest for every night of their stay. 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