If you've never taken an all inclusive vacation, it works like this: you pay one price, show up and everything is included. By everything I mean your accommodations, meals and alcoholic beverages. That's right - you can drink yourself into oblivion on the white sand beaches of Cancun without having a bar tab to pick up afterward.
I know, it's all very exciting. These vacations don't normally include extras like spa visits or excursions (dolphin swims, jetski rides, etc.), and the resorts themselves are usually spectacular and throw in live entertainment and nightlife to keep you from needing to stray.
If you're looking for a great bargain on an all inclusive vacation, look no further than Mexico. Safe areas like Cancun have been falling out of favor due to Mexico's overall problem with drug violence, but resort areas like Cancun remain unaffected. Combined with a weak currency, values can be snagged. I recommend booking directly with your resort as more offers may be available, but using Orbitz or Expedia to do some research first is a good idea.
Cruises are examples of all inclusive vacations as well, though only the most expensive luxury lines include alcohol in the cost of your cruise fare. Most lines like Royal Caribbean or Carnival will charge you for liquor, but not for food.
The Caribbean doesn't always offer discounts as good as Mexico's, but it's worth a look nonetheless and the islands are fabulous in and of themselves.
Always read reviews (I like tripadvisor.com) in advance and do your due diligence - no point in flying that far just to be disappointed. Ensure that you've actually booked an all inclusive resort so that there are no surprises after your arrival.
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