Your Family’s First Time at an All-Inclusive? What to Know Before You Arrive

12 Aug, 2025 Category: Accommodations and Hotels

• Accommodation: From spacious rooms to multi-bedroom suites
• Food and drinks: Breakfast through late‑night snacks, plus beer, cocktails, soft drinks, and house wine by the glass
• Towels and loungers: Fresh beach and pool towels whenever you want them, plus chairs and loungers for full relaxation under the su
• Daily fun: Aqua‑aerobics, beach volleyball, arts and crafts, and more
• Nightly shows: Live music, themed performances, and the occasional fiesta
• Clubs for kids and teens: Supervised spaces so parents can sneak a piña colada in peace
• Fitness center access: Keep up the cardio or stretch with sunrise yoga

• Lightweight outfits for sunny days, plus a light sweater for breezy evenings
• Flip‑flops, sandals, and comfy walking shoes
• Your favorite accessories like jewelry and watches
• Dinner attire and dress shoes that meet any resort dress codes, so double‑check the website before you zip the suitcase

• Two swimsuits per person; one can dry while you splash in the other.
• Rash guards for little swimmers and snorkel lovers
• Swimsuit cover-ups and T-shirts to make it easy to go from the buffet to the pool to the beach and back again

• Waterproof SPF 30+ sunscreen: apply and reapply throughout the day
• Wide‑brim hats or visors and polarized sunglasses

• Floaties or life vests for younger kids
• A small first‑aid kit with motion‑sickness tablets and band‑aids

• Travel‑size essentials. Hair dryers, shampoo, conditioner, and clothing irons are usually in the room, yet a quick website check prevents last‑minute scrambles.

• Phones, ebooks, and tablets with their chargers, although you might be having so much fun that you won’t need them much!

• Water sports: Head to the beach to find gear for snorkeling and more.
• Daytime games: Have a blast at the main pool and the beach with organized activities and competitions throughout the day.
• Kids Club: Crafts, mini games, and treasure hunts while parents lounge the day away
• Teens Club: Video games, a pool table, and a place to chill away from grown‑ups
• Mini golf: An on-site course for friendly family competition
• Theater shows: High‑energy dances and live music every night
• Multiple pools: From pirate‑themed slides for little ones to quiet corners for bookworms
• Sports: Tennis courts, a fitness center, and resort bikes for a scenic ride through the property and along the shoreline

• Casa Bella: International buffet with omelet stations at sunrise and carving stations by sunset
• La Bamba: Beachside bites served with a sea breeze
• Amalfi: Italian classics in an elegant setting
• Las Palomas: Local Mexican favorites
• La Pérgola: Surf and turf perfection
• Piazzeta dei Fiorni: Wood‑fired pizzas in a relaxed outdoor setting
• Bars galore: Poolside sips at La Palapa and Miramar, margaritas and martinis at M&M, live music at Volare, sports screens at Mirabel, and late‑night moves at César Nightclub

• Book spa slots early if a massage is on your wishlist.
• Carry small bills for tipping outstanding service staff. US dollars or Mexican pesos are both fine.
• Stay hydrated with the free bottled water stocked in your room fridge and at the bars.
• Set a family meet‑up spot so everyone regroups for meals and evening shows together.