When booking or making accommodation arrangements you have at some point come across the term “All inclusive” well an all-inclusive resort or all-inclusive holiday package refers to a holiday plan in which the accommodation rate includes three meals a day, snacks, a selection of both soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, extra activities and a number of additional services in a single price. All inclusive is designed to provide a hassle-free vacation with everything being taken care of, allowing you to relax and enjoy your stay eliminating unexpected expenses.

Depending on when and where you stay, you’ll often find a daily program and additional onsite activities available to guests staying on all-inclusive, sometimes influenced by holidays such as Easter holiday, Christmas Festivals, Mothers Day or any other special holidays. Some resorts offer water sport activities, introductory to scuba diving lessons, dance classes, yoga sessions, co-operative sports, kids club, team building, special events, live concerts or plays in the evening. This set up is best for families, groups, couples as it simplifies budgeting and eradicates worries of additional costs. On the other hand, staying on all-inclusive your flexibility can also be limited, if you like to explore off-site or try different restaurants or a traditional vacation.

When planning your all-inclusive vacation, research is key mainly because not all-inclusive resorts, hotels or lodges are created equal depending on their destination, meals offered, inclusions, travel seasons or available activities. Some resorts may have other items not included in the all-inclusive package such as premium drinks, access to some facilities i.e. Spa, Excursions or onsite activities.

Having all the convenience of everything being included in one price, it is also essential to understand that there are other meal plan options offered with different inclusions. This meal plans include: -

• Bed & Breakfast; includes only accommodation and break fast, extra meals are charged separately.
• Half Board; includes breakfast and one main meal (Usually Dinner). This offers flexibility if you plan to explore local restaurants during the day.
• Full Board; this includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Drinks and snacks are charged separately.
• Soft All Inclusive; This has all three meals with drinks being served together with meals.
• All Inclusive; this covers all meals, snacks, and drinks throughout the day including alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks. This is the best plan if you want to fully immerse yourself in the resorts experience.
• Premium/ Ultra All-Inclusive; this typically offers everything included in all inclusive plan, plus extras like premium alcoholic drinks, room services, entertainment, activities, a la carte dining, excursions and exclusive access to certain areas or amenities within the resort.

With a variety of all-inclusive resorts in Kenya offering relaxation such as the luxurious Voyager Beach Resort in Mombasa, the family friendly Prideinn Flamingo beach resort and the secluded Emaiyan Luxury tented camp in the famous Masai Mara, they all offer a cost effective way to enjoy your vacation catering to a wide range of preferences, making them an excellent choice for many travelers. Book your All inclusive accommodation with us or let us curate a one of a kind All inclusive holiday just for you.