All-inclusive Caribbean holidays

Booking an all-inclusive Caribbean holiday allows you to have a fantastic trip and manage your budget, because everything is already taken care of. Your meals, snacks, drinks, activities and entertainment are all covered, so you can simply relax and enjoy.

You’ll have a fantastic array of dining options to choose from. Some resorts have a restaurant for every day of the week, so you can pile your plate high at the buffet, try different cuisines at an à la carte bistro, and enjoy a barbecue feast on the beach. And, of course, no all-inclusive Caribbean holiday would be complete with a glass or two of rum punch. The drinks menus also typically feature handcrafted cocktails, premium spirits, local beers and international wines – so there’s a tipple for every mood.

And it doesn’t end there. You’ll be able to join in with all sorts of activities, like archery, tennis, kayaking and snorkelling. Some resorts also include access to a golf course or a PADI-certified dive centre, while others have a kids’ clubs with arts, crafts and games for little ones.

All-inclusive Caribbean holidays are great for families. Whether you’re travelling with tots or teens, these resorts have loads of activities and entertainment options for kids – and parents will be happy, too.

In family-friendly Barbados, Sea Breeze Beach House is our pick of the bunch. This laidback hotel has two pools, plus a long list of sports and activities. And the trio of restaurants serve up plenty of delicious dishes, with options for all ages.

Or you could consider the Dominican Republic. One of the biggest destinations in the Caribbean, this place is packed with family resorts. You’ll feel like superstars when you take the kids to Hard Rock Hotel Punta Cana – a music-themed five-star resort with 13 pools and a fantastic spa. Or you could stay at Majestic Colonial Punta Cana, where you’ll find seven top-notch restaurants and a dozen bars.

Jamaica is another great choice for your all-inclusive trip to the Caribbean. Moon Palace Jamaica is in a picture-perfect spot on a private beach and offers a range of watersports. Elsewhere, Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa boasts eight bars and restaurants, a fantastic Kids’ Klub and Teens Zone, and its very own waterpark.

If you’re planning a relaxing trip for two to the Caribbean, consider staying at a Sandals Resort. Exclusively for adults, these five-star hotels are ultra-luxurious with plush suites, endless activities and an exceptional collection of bars and restaurants. Sandals Royal Barbados, Sandals Grand Antigua and Sandals Royal Bahamian are three of our favourites.

Alternatively, take a look at St Lucia – the most romantic island in the Caribbean. You could enjoy an all-inclusive stay at Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort & Spa, or make tracks for tucked-away boutique hotel, Rendezvous. This couples-only hideaway truly allows you to get away from it all, whether you’re curled up on the two-mile beach or relaxing in the Champagne Bar.

Or perhaps you’d prefer to enjoy your all-inclusive Caribbean holiday on Mexico’s sun-soaked coast? Unwind in style at Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa. Their Unlimited-Luxury® concept includes six à la carte restaurants, a beachside grill and half a dozen bars serving top-shelf spirits.

All-inclusive Caribbean holidays are hugely popular between November and March, when people flock to the islands in search of some winter sun. The Caribbean is a much-loved winter destination, as the temperatures tend to hover around 30°C – much warmer than back home. Places like Barbados, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic all enjoy balmy sunshine during winter, so you can relax by the pool, try your hand at watersports and stroll along the beach.

If you’re travelling on a tighter budget, though, you could consider planning your holiday between April and June. This is officially the ‘wet season’ across large parts of the Caribbean, but the southernmost islands – like Antigua, Barbados, Grenada, St Lucia and Tobago – generally remain dry and warm at this time of year. And, because you’d be travelling outside peak season, you might just bag a bargain.

Between August and October, the Caribbean often sees tropical storms and hurricanes. Each island has its own unique climate, though, so it’s best to check the details with our travel specialists before you book.