All inclusive holidays are becoming more and more popular with travelers of all ages. Why put yourself through unnecessary hassle when you can make one payment and have all the hard work taken out for you? However, there are several things you need to consider before booking an all-inclusive holiday or you may find that this type of holiday is not really the holiday for you.

Pros

- All inclusive generally means that you will get your flight, any transfers, board and food included in one package ? many packages also include your evening entertainment. If you do your homework you may also find a deal that includes activities and sports, which is good for those who like their holidays to be active. The one price for everything payment is popular at the moment because many people are watching their spending and need to stick to a budget. With an all inclusive there is less worry about extra financial cost later on.

- Having all your meals paid for means that you know what you are getting, no disappointing expensive meals at restaurants you aren?t familiar with. The stress of finding a place to eat every day is taken away and this can be particularly helpful for families where the children are young ? you can eat and drink as much or as little as you like.

- Many all inclusive package holidays are ATOL protected which means that in these current economic times you will be protected against losing your money should your holiday firm go bust.

- In the past all inclusive holidays have received bad press for being boozy and rowdy but their image has been much improved in recent years. It is now possible to get an all inclusive to long haul destinations making them a much more affordable option for people who would like to travel to destinations that are further afield.

- In recent years the cost of living in many popular European tourist destinations has soared meaning that it has become more expensive simply to eat out and buy a few drinks when abroad. With an all-inclusive deal you won?t be affected by the higher cost for your food and drink in local bars and restaurants.

Cons

- Something you need to be clear about is where exactly your hotel is going to be. Some all inclusive packages are at hotels that are set a distance from any main town or city and you may end up spending a lot on taxis if you want to venture out of the grounds of your holiday complex. If you don?t mind staying in one place for the duration of your holiday this will not be a problem but needs to be considered if you like to get out and about.

- The choice of food available to you also needs to be checked out before booking an all-inclusive. If there are a few restaurants at your holiday complex you can choose from this is a better option. Having to eat at one buffet restaurant for two weeks could take you back to your ?school dinner? days! Also check out the drinks available ? better deals include international brands but you may find you are just stuck with local beers and wine.

- The final thing to consider is whether you really are the type of person who will enjoy the all inclusive experience. For some people having all the hassle taken away is the perfect recipe for a relaxing holiday in the sun. For other people they will find the terms and conditions too restrictive. If you are the type of person who prefers to be more spontaneous on holiday then this kind of holiday may not be the one for you.

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