Indulge in the ultimate stress-free holiday with our pick of the best luxury all-inclusive properties around the world.

Gone are the days when an all-inclusive holiday was just about meals and drinks. Some of the world's most luxurious properties now offer guests an array of world-class amenities, extraordinary experiences, spa treatments, fine wines and gourmet dining all included in one comprehensive price. So with no unexpected charges at check-out, you can fully unwind and savour every moment of your holiday.

The Best All-Inclusive Properties in the World

THE INDIAN SUBCONTINENT

01. HERITANCE AARAH, MALDIVES

Spend lazy days in the pool sipping your favourite cocktail while the kids enjoy lots of creative playtime; the range of facilities at Heritance Aarah makes it the ideal choice amongst the Maldives’ many luxury resorts for a fun-filled all-inclusive family holiday. The premium all-inclusive offering here allows guests to sample award-winning food from six restaurants, enjoy drinks at five different bars and embark on a whole host of water and land based excursions, activities and adventures. OFFER: Save up to 40% when you book a stay at Heritance Aarah before 15 July 2024 (T&Cs apply)


02. OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI, MALDIVES


An all-inclusive, hassle-free paradise awaits you at Ozen Reserve Bolifushi. The RESERVE plan is an all-encompassing offering that takes indulgence to the next level. You’ll be greeted to a bespoke arrival experience, gourmet dining, premium drinks (including Champagne), a daily replenished mini-bar, a range of activities and water sports plus spa treatments, gym classes, an excellent kids club and more.


03. WILD COAST TENTED LODGE, SRI LANKA

Wild Coast Tented Lodge on the tip of Sri Lanka’s South Coast is not your typical all-inclusive property. A fabulous hideaway in the heart of Yala National Park, wildlife is the order of the day here – after all it’s not every day you get to see a herd of elephants taking a stroll along a beach. Daily game drives are included in the nightly rate as well as three meals a day, afternoon tea and all drinks.


ASIA

04. NAY PALAD HIDEAWAY, PHILIPPINES

Escape reality and embrace a carefree, wallet-free existence at Nay Palad Hideaway - an easy, breezy luxury resort in the middle of the Pacific Ocean with clear waters and white sand beaches. The all-inclusive offering here includes all activities and adventures, allowing you to fully enjoy the stunning beauty of Siargao Island without worrying about additional costs. Indulge in every culinary delight, savour any drink you desire, relax with a soothing massage, embark on a thrilling island adventure or try surfing for the first time.


05. NIHI SUMBA, INDONESIA

The remote setting of Nihi Sumba is worth the journey to get here. With a focus on wellness and sustainability, Nihi Sumba is an all-inclusive property with a conscience. Spend your days exploring the resort’s winding paths, tropical jungle and private beach, surf world-famous breaks, visit the local community projects, relax at the open-air spa and indulge in delicious locally sourced Indonesian cuisine. Great service, beautiful rooms and a picture-perfect setting make this one of our top choices for a barefoot all-inclusive beach holiday.


06. FOUR SEASONS TENTED CAMP, GOLDEN TRIANGLE, THAILAND

Reached by river boat in Thailand’s northern Chang Rai province, Four Seasons Tented Camp is an intimate all-inclusive experience and a haven for nature and wildlife lovers. With just 15 luxury tents, the camp’s seclusion, along with the activities surrounding its rehabilitated elephants, is the main draw here. All stays include a daily excursion, all meals and drinks including house wines and spirits, a spa treatment and nightly sundowners.


AUSTRALASIA

07. THE BRANDO, FRENCH POLYNESIA

Located on a private island in French Polynesia off the coast of Tahiti, The Brando is the ideal all-inclusive option for earth-loving families and honeymooners alike. The resort lives in harmony with the natural world with its own environmental research centre and an impressive array of sustainability initiatives. Stays here include all meals and most drinks, one activity per day, a daily replenished minibar and a spa treatment for villa guests. You’ll find it hard to tear yourself away from this pioneering paradise resort.

EUROPE

08. DAIOS COVE, CRETE, GREECE


The all-inclusive Resident’s Club offering at Daios Cove takes the hassle out of your family holiday. With a dedicated concierge to take care of all your needs you can make the most of the resort’s spectacular amphitheatre style setting, perched above a private bay on the picturesque island of Crete. Delight in daily dining at four à la carte restaurants, enjoy signature cocktails and fine wines, indulge your children with unlimited ice cream and take advantage of complimentary 24-hour in-room dining.

OFFER: Enjoy up to 20% discount on room rates at Daios Cove throughout 2024 if you book by 11 July (T&Cs apply)


SOUTH AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN

09. AWASI ATACAMA

Awasi Atacama is in an all-inclusive category of its own offering a multitude of tailormade private excursions in South America’s extraordinary Atacama Desert. Located in the historic town of San Pedro de Atacama in Chile, a stay here includes outstanding food, luxurious accommodation, your own private guide and 4 wheel-drive for an abundance of outdoor adventures. Trek through lunar valleys and salt flats, gaze across vast lakes, spot flamingos and desert foxes, enjoy a guided hike or horseback ride and marvel at the extraordinary night skies.

10. CARLISLE BAY, ANTIGUA

Carlisle Bay manages to be the perfect hotel for everyone. Set on a secluded bay on Antigua’s south coast it’s one of our favourite family resorts but caters perfectly to couples too. The ‘Simply All-Inclusive’ offering includes all meals and drinks (including an excellent selection of wine by the glass), daily afternoon tea, water sports, guided hikes and complimentary access to the Cool Kids Club for children aged 2 – 6 and an impressive activity programme for children aged 7 – 12.

OFFER: Save up to 30% when you book a stay at Carlisle Bay before 14 December 2024 (T&Cs apply)


Our travel consultants are on hand to organise your stay at one of these top-tier properties. Get in touch today to find out more and book your all-inclusive holiday of a lifetime.

Suggested Itineraries

Classic Chile

Santiago & Surrounds Atacama Desert Chilean Lake District Chilean Patagonia

  • Dine at the renowned seafood restaurants of Chile’s Santiago
  • Explore the landscapes of the Atacama Desert on foot or horseback
  • Hike through the rainforest to the Petrohue waterfalls in the Lake District
  • Witness the gigantic glaciers and desolate landscapes of Patagonia
  • Sample fine wines on a tasting tour of the Chilean Winelands

When to go:

J F M A M J J A S O N D
ideal length 14 nights

Luxury Island Hopping in French Polynesia

French Polynesia

  • Witness French Polynesia from a Cessna 208 Caravan amphibian
  • Go on a cultural tour of Taputapuatea and learn about local life with a private guide
  • Experience the mythical lagoon of Bora Bora from a floating lounge
  • Take a scenic flight over Bora Bora and the heart shaped atoll of Tupai
  • Rejuvenate at The Brando, Marlon Brando’s private atoll which is now a stunning beach resort

When to go:

J F M A M J J A S O N D
ideal length 11 nights

Maldives: The Ultimate Honeymoon

Maldives Indian Subcontinent

  • Stay in Maldives' romantic overwater villa only accessible by boat
  • Indulge in holistic treatments at Meera Spa
  • Enjoy diving in pristine dive sites
  • Head on a sunset cruise and watch dolphins jumping from the sea
  • Go picnicking on a deserted sandbar

When to go:

J F M A M J J A S O N D
ideal length 4 nights
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