When you go online or to a travel agency and they talk about “all inclusive vacations”, they don’t mean you experience everything a human being can possibly experience during your trip. It also does mean that each single expense in your holiday is covered. But all the serious expenses in a vacation are covered. If you’d like to put your grey matter on hold during your holiday, then you may wish to check out all inclusive holiday packages.

Usually in all inclusive vacation packages, your plane ride, lodging, entertainment and most of your meals are included. The ins and outs details change from travel agent, travel booking internet site or five star hotel. The most common all inclusive vacation package are for cruises. There, even tips and drinks are included in your price ticket. It is not as if you can do lots of comparison shopping once the ship casts off.

Another common all inclusive vacation package is that of the beachside hotel. This often includes tips, some beverages and car rental, as well as the plane ticket and lodging. The hotel will often hold entertainment or activities for their guests at no additional charge, should you choose to commingle with other loud, sweaty drinking human beings. You also have the option of staying in the opulent comfortable room you do not have to wash.

There isn’t any such thing as a dumb question when referring to finding out what isn’t included in your all inclusive holiday package. They will not get your bags, for instance. On a more serious note, see if there is a shuttle service from the airport to your hotel, or do you have to pay for cabs to get around town? You should bring some cash with you, exchanged already where applicable, in case of medical emergencies.

You may also see whether there are any extra special deals dependent on your traveling situation. There are all inclusive vacation packages tailored for families, single adults or golfing players. All inclusive vacations can last from three days to three weeks, so be sure to find out how long the vacation is for and how late you can book without incurring a penalty.

Before paying for any all inclusive vacation package, be sure you know if and what the refund policy is. See how late you can cancel and still get your cash back. Some places will make you pay a penalty if you have to cancel less than a week before your planned trip.