All-Inclusive Vacation

Variety of snacks available around the pool at Melia Punta Cana Beach Resort.

Melia Punta Cana Beach Resort (adults only) – a comprehensive review for this completely renovated wellness all-inclusive resort

Meliá Punta Cana Beach Resort is a completely remodeled adults-only all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana and awaits you with a lot of surprises. A fantastic rooftop bar, several culinary highlights, the probably best tropical garden in Punta Cana, creative activities and a multi-sensual wellness experience concept await you here. No wonder this resort is also […]

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Helpful Overview & Experiences: all-inclusive ADULTS-ONLY resorts in Punta Cana

Punta Cana is home to around 80-90 all-inclusive hotels, approx. 35 of them are adults-only resorts. But which one is the best? As always, this depends on your preferences, which is why I have divided the best Punta Cana all-inclusive adults-only hotels into various categories. For all of them, I am sharing my personal experiences

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Balcony view over the stunning pools and lush tropical grounds at Paradisus Grand Cana, Punta Cana.

Paradisus Grand Cana – a comprehensive review of this family-friendly all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana

Modern spacious suites, sumptuous buffets (yes, this is no marketing bla bla – the buffet here is outstanding) and a compact resort with selected activities and entertainment – that’s what you can expect at Paradisus Grand Cana. But there is more that you should know, especially regarding the beach, the amenities, the dinner options and

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Beautiful suites at Riu Palace Macao, a renovated all-inclusive resort

Riu Palace Macao – a comprehensive review of this newly-renovated adults-only all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana

Even though Riu Palace Macao has already existed for 20+ years, it could nearly be classified as a new resort in Punta Cana, as it was completely renovated in 2023. Everything was modernized and partially also newly built, so that you can enjoy super modern rooms, a contemporary design (nothing fancy though) and updated amenities.

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Food trucks at Grand Bavaro Princess in the Dominican Republic

Grand Bavaro Princess – a comprehensive review for this fully-renovated Punta Cana all-inclusive resort

Grand Bavaro Princess is pretty unique. Despite being one of the cheapest resorts in Punta Cana, you can enjoy very modern rooms, delicious food, well-kept grounds, a huge buffet and a wide variety of bars & restaurants. And the best: while we have visited the resort in previous years, it even got better when we

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An extensive evaluation about if Punta Cana is safe

Is Punta Cana safe – an honest evaluation about crime and safety of someone who lives in the Dominican Republic

There are a lot of (partly wrong) rumors and expectations when it comes to crime and safety in Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic. That’s why I’d love to give you a detailed and honest evaluation of the question if it is safe to travel to Punta Cana, from the perspective of someone local to

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The beach of Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus in Bayahibe

The 10 best Bayahibe resorts – the low-key all-inclusive alternative to Punta Cana

Bayahibe can be considered the little sister of Punta Cana, but it is neither less attractive, nor are its all-inclusive resorts. Quite the contrary, Bayahibe is a very interesting tourist destination, particularly for those who are looking for crystal-clear water, seaweed-free beaches and fewer tourists than in Punta Cana. If you’re looking for an all-inclusive

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One of the pools at Riu Palace Bavaro Resort

RIU Palace Bavaro – a comprehensive review for this completely renovated all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana

RIU Resorts – There are hardly any resorts in Punta Cana that receive more conflicting reviews than this hotel. Considering the amazing value you get here, this is rather surprising, as it is one of the best mid-price resorts in Punta Cana. In this extensive Riu Palace Bavaro review I will tell you all the

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Oceanfront room terrace with view of the sea

Viva Miches by Wyndham – a comprehensive review of this newly-built all-inclusive resort  

Would you like to spend an affordable all-inclusive vacation in a newly built resort located in an upcoming trendsetting destination? In this case, Viva Miches by Wyndham could be the perfect option for you, as it is surrounded by pristine beaches and stunning countryside with authentic experiences (and that’s no marketing speech – Miches indeed

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The best ways to save money during your all-inclusive vacation in Punta Cana

18 insider tips on how to save money in Punta Cana during an all-inclusive vacation

 Punta Cana is the No. 1 spot in the Caribbean for an all-inclusive vacation, but it might be expensive if you don’t pay attention to the details. Therefore, it’s important to know how you can save some money during your holiday in Punta Cana, especially when staying in an all-inclusive resort. While your resort is

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