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Dominican Republic Keeps Rewriting Tourism Records, Topping 8 Million Visitor Mark By August

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The Dominican Republic continues to rewrite its own records, welcoming 8,005,257 visitors in the first eight months of 2025, according to new data released by Tourism Minister David Collado. The figure represents a 49 percent increase compared to the same period in 2019, a 13 percent jump over 2023 and a 2.8 percent rise against […]

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Royalton to Manage Two Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resorts in Riviera Cancun

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The recently-rebranded Royalton Hotels and Resorts will assume management of two of Riviera Cancun’s top resorts this winter, ushering in a new era of all-inclusive hospitality on Mexico’s Caribbean coast. Beginning Dec. 7, 2025, the newly formed brand will officially take over operations of Royalton Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino, and […]

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This All-Inclusive Resort Has Sea Hammocks, a "How to" Program, and 1,000 Feet of White-Sand Beach in Barbados

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Some resorts are built around rooms and restaurants. Sea Breeze Beach House is built around experiences. With just 122 rooms, it has the intimacy of a boutique hotel, but what makes it truly different is the way it folds Barbados into every day. The resort’s How To program brings the island to life in unexpected […]

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New Resorts Are Reshaping the All-Inclusive Landscape in Cancun, From a Next-Gen Marriott to a Sleek SLS

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Cancun has always been the epicenter of the all-inclusive dream. But these days, the scene feels different — more elevated, more ambitious, and buzzing with new energy. From bold debuts to reimagined classics, these are the five resorts everyone is talking about in and around Cancun. Nowhere else in the Caribbean has defined the modern […]


This All-Inclusive Resort Has Sea Hammocks, a "How to" Program, and 1,000 Feet of White-Sand Beach in Barbados

Bonaire has always been a diver’s paradise, a place known for reefs that seem to begin right at the shoreline. But the island is now welcoming more and more travelers (and new flights on carriers like JetBlue), and that means people are beginning to look at a new way to experience it: the ease of […]

At the All-Inclusive Sandals South Coast, Discovering a Different Kind of Jamaica Vacation

There’s a moment when the road bends toward the water and the horizon suddenly opens — green hills fading into endless blue, the air thick with salt and spice. This is Jamaica’s South Coast, a place that feels untouched, unhurried, and undeniably its own. The mornings begin with Blue Mountain coffee as the sun lifts […]

Antigua’s Jolly Beach Resort Has Two Pools, the Island’s Longest Bar, and the Caribbean’s Best All-Inclusive Value 

Wake up to the sound of the sea. Step outside and the sand is already beneath your feet. Wander down to the buffet for breakfast, head straight for the beach, and let the day unfold however you want. Maybe it’s a swim before lunch at the grill. Maybe it’s a cocktail at the swim-up bar, […]

The Ultimate All-Inclusive Resort for Spring Break Is in The Bahamas

There are beach resorts, and then there are places that seem purpose-built for Spring Break. On Nassau’s famed Cable Beach, Breezes Resort & Spa has carved out a reputation as one of the ultimate destinations for spring breakers heading south each March. It’s not just the parties, though those are a major draw. It’s the […]

The Dominican Republic Has an All-Inclusive “Treehouse” Hotel in the Middle of the Jungle

Most all-inclusives are built around the beach, but in Samaná, the Dominican Tree House Village offers something entirely different. This is an all-inclusive where the “rooms” are open-air cabins in the jungle canopy, linked by rope bridges and shaded by palm trees. It’s an escape that trades marble lobbies and large pools for lagoons, waterfalls, […]

The All-Inclusive Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana Is Now Taking Reservations for March 2026

It had been targeting a late 2025 debut, but the Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana resort is now taking reservations for stays beginning in March 2026, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The new Punta Cana resort will be the second Vivid-branded resort in the Caribbean, another new all-inclusive brand for a company that has been rapidly growing […]

Riu Ventura, Cancun’s Newest All-Inclusive, Has 700 Rooms and Rooftop Views, and a December Opening Date

You follow the curve of Cancun’s Hotel Zone until the city’s hum softens and the sweep of Playa Delfines opens before you. It’s here, on one of the most iconic beaches in the Mexican Caribbean, that Riu’s newest resort is rising — the Hotel Riu Ventura, a modern all-inclusive set to debut on Dec. 6, […]

Marriott’s New W All-Inclusive in Punta Cana Has Huge Suites, Swim-Up Pools, and a Global Food Hall

W Hotels have always been about atmosphere — the music-driven lobby bars, the bold interiors, the sense that every space is meant for both gathering and performance. Since its start in 1998, the brand carved out a niche as the hotel where design and nightlife converged. Now, for the first time, those same hallmarks — […]
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Caribbean All-Inclusive Resorts are great for many reasons, but it’s really all about comfort. That means heading to the beach, ordering cocktails and never having to reach for your wallet.

The All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean are a stunning mix of small hotels, beach getaways and traditional large all-inclusive resorts, whether you’re in the Mexican Caribbean or the far reaches of the Eastern Caribbean.

But wherever you head in the region, you’ll find that these properties have changed from the cookie-cutter experience of yesteryear; while large resorts with buffet lines remain, quality has changed across the region, meaning you can find them for every kind of travel interest, from food to activities to culture to the beach.

We want to show you the full range of “experiences” at these hotels in the Caribbean, giving you a chance to explore the kind of resort you’re looking for and in the destination you’re seeking — there are islands like Jamaica that are full of a range of places, and then there are smaller islands like Antigua that have put their own spin on the everything-included option.

Looking for the ultimate stress-free Caribbean escape? Welcome to Caribbean Journal’s All-Inclusive hub — your go-to guide for the best in sun-soaked luxury, where everything you need is wrapped into one seamless experience. From beachfront cocktails and gourmet dining to spa days and island adventures, we explore the top all-inclusive resorts across the Caribbean that redefine relaxation. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a solo retreat, we’ve got the insider tips and expert recommendations to help you find your perfect slice of paradise — with zero hassle and all the perks.