Sightseeing and enjoying a different country is no doubt a fun vacation option. However, with all the tourism and moving around comes the fatigue element. By the time the trip is up a traveler feels even more exhausted than before the trip started. For that reason lots of travelers, both the solo travelers and the couples, have chosen to constantly book resort-type trips.
In this article we take a closer look at why this option can be a desirable option for a solo traveler. We discuss factors such as meeting new people, the easiness of having everything in one location and lots of other reasons that might make you want to book a solo resort trip ASAP. On the other end, we also discuss why traveling couples should also make this choice. There are multiple reasons as to why so many couples out there choose a resort destination time and time again. Whether it be the intimate setting, prestigious features such as relaxing spas or something like high class a la carte restaurants – these are just a couple of ways a resort trip can be perfect for traveling partners. When done correctly couples make a resort a yearly routine.
Enjoy the article and like always make sure to share it with a fellow traveler. This might be the final push a traveler needs to finally book a resort. Without further ado, here are 10 reasons a resort is perfect for solo travelers and 10 reasons it’s perfect for couples. Let’s get started!
20 Solo Traveler - Everything Is Easy Access
If you want to relax and reflect without having the hassle to hitch a ride to various places then a resort is for you. Solo travelers can be amazed at how easily accessible everything is on a resort. From the pool, beach, bars, buffets, restaurants and fitness centers, everything is just a small walk away.
No need to call a cab or travel a far distance. If relaxation is the priority of a trip for a solo traveler then the easy access of a resort makes this trip type a desirable one for any traveler. You truly won’t get such easy treatment with everything walking distance anywhere else.
19 Couple - No Running Around
The same concept applies for couples. Traveling can turn into a nightmare when you start to think about all the running around. Opting for a trip away from a resort, you need to visit restaurants, all the tourist attractions and everything in between. It tends to be taxing and by the time you get back home from the trip you don’t feel rested at all.
This is the beauty of a resort as everything is just walking distance. Couples that just need a break and want to relax keep picking resort destinations due to the easiness of it all. If a traveler and his/her partner want a trip filled with ease then a resort is something any traveling couple needs to look into.
18 Solo Traveler - Daily Activities
A traveler might be skeptical to book a resort due to the fact that doing the same things day after day might get old quickly - this as opposed to another vacation spot that is filled with sightseeing activities. However don’t be fooled, resorts offer a variety of entertainment to get any solo traveler through the day. Morning workouts usually take place on the beach and the party continues well into the afternoon with lots of fun games pool-side. Before you know it, it’s 6 PM and you have to get ready for supper.
This is one of the underrated parts of booking a resort trip. You won’t get bored with new activities on a daily basis. Just make sure to read reviews beforehand – some resorts have better animators than others.
17 Couple – Dress To Impress
Heading out to a fancy restaurant tends to be one of the more favorable couple things to do during a trip. This won’t be a problem on a resort-type of trip. All-inclusive hotels feature a variety of restaurants on the resort with different themes. A great part is that certain resorts make it a purpose for it to be a 21 and older resort. So if a traveling couple worries about the audience, they won’t need to.
Certain resorts also stress a dress code policy which enhances the dining experience. You won’t have dudes dressed up in their bathing suits eating at the a la carte restaurants. Instead, resorts are all about class, making it another big time pro for foodie type couples.
16 Solo Traveler - Friendly Staff
The staff can be another reason to book an all inclusive. A solo traveler should read reviews before booking a resort. However it should be noted that lots of resorts have friendly staff and in some cases they even remember their clients by name. Whether it be at the front-desk, the animators on the resort or the bartenders, these staff members can enhance a solo trip making it that much better.
Creating a friendly atmosphere with the staff can also lead to upgrades and top tier service throughout the trip. Such service can go a long way and you might opt to go back due to such positivity from a resort crew. It can make all the difference in what is a good or great trip.
15 Couple - Quiet Areas
If you just want to get away from the madness and enjoy a quiet vacation with a travelling partner then a resort can once again prove to be the ideal booking option. Various resorts have different themes – some of which stress adult-only and peaceful environments. Other resorts also include quiet and private areas. Some have this included in the total price while others make you pay an extra fee. In any event this can make all the difference and for some traveling couples it is one of the main reasons to book a resort.
Traveling couples can't put a price tag on a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere – a resort can offer this priceless luxury.
14 Solo Traveler - Meet New People On The Resort
For a solo traveler you’ll have an easier time creating a bond with some new friends while on a resort compared to another type of trip. Resorts usually feature lots of solo travelers that need some relaxation time. Along with the many daily activities that is an easy way to meet lots of new people on the resort. The bar is another great way to mingle and meet other tourists.
For those that want to meet new people, a resort can be the ideal setting. Once again make sure to read reviews prior as some results tend to be friendlier when it comes to the solo type of audience as opposed to one that is more family oriented.
13 Couple – Meet Other Couples
The same can be said for a couple looking to meet other couples. There have been a variety of instances that have seen couples creating lifelong bonds with others while on vacation. Just being from the same destination back home can create an instant bond.
Resort couples tend to be all smiles due to the fact that they’re on vacation, this facilitates the conversation process. Whether it be at the bar or at a restaurant it can be an added bonus for couples to meet new faces during a resort trip. This is another part you won’t get as easily elsewhere.
12 Solo Traveler - Meet New People Off The Resort
A solo traveler might be wondering, “what if I don’t meet new people on my resort?” This is definitely a possibility depending on the timing and what kind of resort a traveler books. However meeting new people on the resort isn’t the be all, end all.
Vacation spots such as Cancun feature a variety of activities off the resort. A traveler can easily decide to enjoy a night out in the downtown area at one of the city’s finest night clubs or bars. You can create a connection with another traveler off the resort and continue that bond throughout a trip.
11 Couple - Spas & Massages
If relaxation is something a couple wants most out of a resort, lots of all-inclusives go a step further providing greater services. It really doesn’t get better than enjoying some relax time at the resort spa or opting for a couple’s massage. These luxuries usually consist of an added price but they can make all the difference – especially during a trip in which the ultimate priority is relaxation.
Some resorts also include saunas and Jacuzzis which can further enhance a couple’s quality time together. A traveling couple won’t get such options during a Motel 8 stay in New York.
10 Solo Traveler - The Snack Bar
It might not be “the” reason to book a resort but it is in fact another way that ensures an awesome stay for a traveler. Let’s say you get hungry and want a quick bite or drink in the wee hours of the night.; in a non-resort setting you might have some lesser than stellar options.
However at a resort you can simply head to the 24-hour snack bar which features a variety of sandwiches and other pre-made goodies. You can also get a soft drink or whatever you feel like indulging in. Again the true kicker is that such a place is only a couple of footsteps away from a traveler’s room.
9 Couple - Complimentary Amenities
Resort destinations ensure the utmost top quality for traveling couples that are celebrating a certain anniversary or occasion. This alone can be enough incentive to book a resort.
If a couple books through a travel agency, be sure to let them know you are celebrating a certain occasion. This can lead to top quality service along with lots of complimentary amenities. Some can include VIP treatment at a restaurant on the resort or a complimentary bottle of champagne. In some instances it can also lead to a room upgrade. Getting treated with all this class – a resort trip is a lot more appealing especially when it deals with a certain couple’s celebration.
8 Solo Traveler – Mental Break
This can be the turning point for a solo traveler selecting a resort trip. If a traveler desires a mental break there is no better trip to take. There is no need to worry about anything, whether it be food accommodations or anything in between, it is all included and taken care of by the hotel.
Nobody is bothering you and a traveler can choose to do what they want when they want. Such an option doesn’t exist in any other type of trip – there is usually some type of stress involved when things aren’t all-included.
7 Couple – Room Service
No need to leave that perfectly air conditioned room and breathtaking terrace view when you have everything at your disposal just a phone call away. Again most resorts feature top of the line room service. Whether something is missing, the mini-bar needs to be restocked or even if you want to dine in with a traveling partner, the resort room service usually offers all of these amenities.
This is another factor that can make a resort choice such an easy option for traveling couples and one that requires the utmost ease.
6 Solo Traveler - Night Time Activities
A solo traveler can find it easy to get by the day just based off of all the activities we discussed earlier. However it should be known that the fun doesn’t end during the day and it usually continues on at night.
Resorts put on various shows, whether it be a concert, play or fun games for the entire resort to enjoy. Some resorts also feature a club setting which can keep the party going for a longer amount of time. A solo traveler won’t have limited options when it comes to the daily and nightly activities on a resort location.
5 Couple – Romantic Restaurants
We discussed this earlier in the article but a resort can be a desirable option for lots of couples due to the romantic setting of some of the included restaurants. Whether it be with a beach front or romantic high class design on the inside, such establishments can make all the difference when booking a resort-type of trip.
The real kicker is you won’t need to worry about transportation or a way to get back home; instead you’ll be on the resort just a couple of footsteps away from your room - this is yet another reason why resorts are so desirable.
4 Solo Traveler - Go At Your Own Pace
This can be the biggest reason for a solo traveler to book an all-inclusive resort. No need to maintain a furious pace with other travelers trying to see as much as possible. When it comes to a resort everyone can choose to go at whatever pace they decide. If you want to eat breakfast at 10 AM, go for it. If you want to stay in the room until mid-day, no problem. If you want to hit the beach or pool in the afternoon, that’s cool also.
There is simply no pressure whatsoever when it comes to a resort trip. Everything is as you please with no constrains at all. This can be a deciding factor for lots of solo travelers.
3 Couple – Keeping Active
Yes, lounging around can be fun, however you can also keep active quite easily at a resort – this can strengthen the bond of a traveling couple. As we discussed earlier a variety of activities take place throughout the day. If you enjoy a little more privacy then you and a traveling partner can also hit the resort gym.
There is just so much to do on a resort – in lots of instances a week-long-resort trip tends to fly by due to all the activities available. It really doesn’t get any better than easy to participate, optional activities while on vacation with a loved one.
2 Solo Traveler – No Worries
The only thing you’ll have to worry about is booking the flight and the hotel package. Aside from that, literally everything else is all-included. Heck, even the travel from the airport to the hotel is free of charge. Instead of hitching a ride with a cab, resorts offer free bus transportation. Once you get to the resort all you’ll have to do is check-in, get a bracelet and the rest of the stay is entirely up to the solo traveler and what he/she desires.
The only thing a traveler will have to worry about is a place by the pool or reserving a spot at an a la carte restaurant. Aside from that you’ll have absolutely no worries.
1 Couple - Excursions
Creating a closer bond with a traveling partner is something that tends to happen during a trip. Resorts can offer that opportunity through a variety of ways. A couple can strengthen their bond with a romantic setting. However they can also do so by booking an excursion together.
This can be a fun component and the most memorable part of an all-inclusive trip. Whether it be enjoying a day on a luxury boat, swimming with the dolphins or going zip-lining, this is one of the top features. You can easily book an excursion while on the resort with various representatives making the process as easy as possible. A resort trip offers the perfect blend of activities and rest time making it a desirable option for lots of couples year round.