My Favorite All Inclusive Resorts

I’m frequently asked what my favorite resorts are. I usually decline to answer by saying – it doesn’t matter. What’s my favorite may not be right for you.

The truth is that I don't want any of my valued resort partners to feel bad that they didn't make the list. I also know travelers who HATED some of these resorts. That's the tricky part of travel - finding the best fit for you.

Okay - enough stalling. Here's my list:

Best Family Resort for Teenagers: Hard Rock Riviera Maya

Best Family Resort for ages 4 – 12: Nickelodeon Punta Cana or Planet Hollywood Cancun

Best Family Resort for under age 4: Generations Riviera Maya

Best Value Resorts: Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun

Best Resorts for Groups: Breathless Punta Cana , Secrets Riviera Cancun/ Breathless Riviera Cancun

Most Relaxing, Pampering Resort: Le Blanc Los Cabos

Best Snorkeling on site: Galley Bay Antigua

Unique Finds: Sunset at the Palms, Cocos Hotel Antigua, Explorean Cozumel

Best Room: El Dorado Casitas Royale Private Pool Swim up, Sandals Royal Caribbean Overwater Bungalows. Oceanfront Swim Up Suite at Dreams Sapphire (formerly Now Sapphire)

Best Dining: Unico 20’87 Riviera Maya

Best Small Resort: Sandals Royal Plantation