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Why All-Inclusives Are a Great Choice for Families

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For Caroline, a Public Relations Advisor with Transat and our host for a series of family-friendly excursions in the Dominican Republic, all-inclusive resorts are a gateway to the wonders of travel. “All-inclusives are a way for me to get my kids into travelling,” she says, referring to her two daughters, Victoria (3½ years old) and Margot (16 months). “It’s usually such a short flight away, so they don’t get bored on the plane. And then there’s the setting and all the activities!”

Activities in Dominican Republic
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The experienced traveller loves all kinds of trips, but appreciates the simplicity of an all-inclusive vacation. “I’m a hiker and I enjoy backpacking, but sometimes you just need a break from the logistics of that kind of holiday,” she says. “Especially since the girls are so young, opting for all-inclusives is a really stress-free way to travel.”

Bird in Dominican Republic
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4 Family-friendly Reasons to Go All-inclusive on Your Next Vacation

1. You’ve got a home base

 

“I used to travel to Spain, for instance, and drive around, doing two nights in each city. But with all-inclusives like the Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino, you get to settle into one location, which makes it easy to establish a routine – and keeping a routine is our recipe for success.”

Hammocks at a resort in Dominican Republic
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2. They’re practically made for kids.

“All-inclusives are so toddler- and baby-friendly: beach parties, lots of pools with shallow areas, the Baby Club and Mini Club, and a Kids’ Club that even has a closet full of costumes for dress-up. They’re all things they really enjoy doing, so they really build positive feelings about travel.”

Water park at a resort in Dominican Republic
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3. Everything is always nearby

“Everything is accessible at all times – food, water, drinks, bathrooms, ice cream. Afternoon ice cream became part of our routine, and that was definitely Victoria’s favourite part of the trip.”

Ice cream in Dominican Republic
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4. You don’t have to clean or cook

“Very selfishly, my favourite part of an all-inclusive like the Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino is that I don’t have to cook – there are eight à la carte restaurants plus five buffets available – or do the dishes. I can just focus on my family and the time we have together.”

Fruits in Dominican Republic
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Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino, Avenida Francia s/n, Playas de Bavaro, Dominican Republic

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The comments and contributions expressed are assumed only by the author. The recommendations, intentions or opinions expressed are not necessarily those of Transat AT Inc. or its affiliates. See terms of use of the Air Transat website.

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