Top Features of an All Inclusive Family Vacation:

• climate and beach - of course!

• extravagant pools: waterslides, waterfalls, even private waterparks

• watersports: typically resorts include non-motorized watersports such as kayaks, windsurfing, sunfish sailing. Some all inclusive resorts also include snorkeling boat trips, and a few include scuba too; others charge extra for such "motorized" outings.

• kids programs: many resorts have a basic kids' club for ages four to 12. Others go all out, with separate programs for 4 or 5 different age sets. Teens are a difficult age to please, but some properties try hard, with teen activities and coordinators. Meanwhile more and more all inclusive resorts offer infant care.

• activities: scavenger hunts, pool games, beach parties... Most places offer nightly entertainment too, ranging from cute-but-amateurish to professional caliber. Some all inclusive resorts have a weekly kids' club show staged in a real theater.

• meal-time convenience: multiple restaurants, including casual snacks. Buffets feed kids with no waiting; many have a kids' section. Most resorts have a la carte "fine dining" also.

• drinks on tap: - kids need plenty of cool drinks in a hot country. Swim-up bars are fun.

• grown-up pampering: a fitness center, spa, and at least one fine-dining restaurant are de rigeur. And it goes without saying that golf is available. Spa always costs extra, as does golf in most cases.

Bottom line About All inclusive Family Vacations:
All needs are provided for, fun is abundant, parents can enjoy a beautiful setting and relaaaaax. And with all inclusive pricing, parents never need wonder "How much will this cost?" when kids want more drinks or activities.