Presented By:  Crystal Gooding

Before you answer, let’s look at the history of the term itself.

Recently I have had numerous conversations on what this term “All Inclusive” actually means.

Years ago when airlines and tour operators started promoting destinations, it was called “packaging” or “packaged travel”. The term became very popular because package deals guaranteed that your vacation would cost less if it was packaged together instead of “a la carte”. That was when your airfare, hotel, fees, taxes, transfers to and from the hotel and/or car rental were provided for one price. This is still true today. However, the general public began to refer to this as an all inclusive vacation because all components were included.

Today, especially in the last 10 years, we now use the term All Inclusive when referring to a Resort such as Sandals, Beaches, Breezes and Club Med Resorts. These companies are good examples of an All Inclusive Resort.

“All-inclusive” with regard to a resort means, that you pay one up-front price that includes: Tips and hotel taxes at the resort, transfers to and from the resort, your room, three meals per day, beverages (including alcoholic drinks), beach towels and lounge chairs, entertainment and some activities.

However, this is not the case for all resorts. You have those that are “More Inclusive” and may include 24-hour room service, laundry service, water skiing, etc. Some resorts may be “Less Inclusive” with just the meals and non-alcoholic beverages included with just a few activities. Every resort has optional or extra cost items available such as spa services, motorized water sports, Jet-skis and Parasailing. Some resorts may have optional wine lists, optional dining extras, and optional golf packages, upgrade packages and more. If you don’t see it in writing it probably is not included. Always ask your travel agent to confirm these things before booking. For more information call 302-378-0894.

Crystal Gooding began as a Wedding Planner and Banquet Manager in New York City. Although her background is in Economics and IT, she has always had a love for travel. She found when working with the Bride and Groom either as their Wedding Planner or Banquet Manager, her conversation always led to “Where have you decided to go for your honeymoon?” If not planned, Crystal would always do some investigation on her own and advise the couple on location and best value for their honeymoon.

With Crystal’s 19 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry, she has tackled simple and complicated requests. With each request she looks forward to taking the journey with her client as she customizes their vacation.

Crystal has earned certificates as a Destination Wedding Specialist, Honeymoon Specialist, and Spa Destination Specialist just to name a few. As a professional in the industry, she enjoys customizing vacations for her clients and bringing people together for group vacations. To plan your next vacation call Crystal at 866-567-4270 / 302-378-0894, or Crystal@simpsontravel.net.

Testimonial:
“Good Evening Ms. Crystal   Again, I must compliment you and your exquisite service – my trip to San Jose Cabo San Lucas, Mexico was absolutely a dream come true. I would gladly be your spokesperson, voice-over for a commercial or ad about my trip to Cabo and Scottsdale for your Travel Agency.”
~ Edith W.