by Ted Sherman

Created on: November 10, 2009

All-inclusive vacations for the entire family can be very convenient. After paying just one price, Dad won't have to interrupt his vacation relaxation to dig into his pocket several times a day to pay for food, entertainment, sports, snacks and other daily family needs.

When purchasing a family vacation package that has been advertised as all-inclusive, it's important to be aware of all expenses may not be covered by the package deal. For example, in many cases, airfares are not included. Prices may also be affected by local taxes, special dining and entertainment events, tips, as well as other add-ons.

Theme parks: For all-inclusive family fun, the name that always jumps out in front is Disney. Of course, there are Disney theme parks elsewhere and more on the planning board, but Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California are the two most popular family destinations in the entire world. Disney offers so many package deals, they're almost impossible to choose the best one without expert help. If your family is considering an all-inclusive Disney experience, the first thing to do is contact disneyworld.disney.go.com and/or disneyland.disney.go.com. Additionally, if you have a trusted hometown travel agency, that may be the best place to plan your Disney adventure.

Beaches: An example offered by expedia.com is for Park Royal Acapulco, on the sunny southern tip of Mexico's Baja Peninsula. All rooms have balconies overlooking gardens or the hotel's private beach and oceanfront. All-inclusive prices cover rooms, meals, drinks, snacks, entertainment, sports and most tips and gratuities. Activities for all family members include sailboating, snorkeling, large swimming pool, spa, beach games and evening entertainment.

The hotel features a kids' club for the little ones to enjoy escorted beach visits, games, snacks and, with hired babysitters, naps and beddy-bye while parents go out at night to the many clubs and discos in town. The hotel provides transportation to the famous Acapulco high cliff divers' performances, a thrilling show for both adults and kids.

Cruises: Who elso can do cruises better that appeal to the entire family but Disney? No one, of course. The let's-go-to-camp atmosphere for the kids keeps them busy from dawn to after-dark exhaustion. Being aboard ship, and with the kids kept busy and supervised, there are plenty of fun things for the parents to do 24 hours a day.

Disney cruise all-inclusive amenities include cabins, swimming pool, spa,

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