Tagged: all-inclusive-resorts

All-Inclusive Resort Chains Sandals and Beaches Set New Standard for Covid Guarantees

Sandals Resorts International is redefining the term "all-inclusive" to fit the needs of pandemic-era travelers. The vacation company operates beachfront properties under the Beaches…

North America Is Getting an All-Inclusive Ski Resort from Club Med

The year was 1950. Belgian water polo champion Gérard Blitz got a hold of a bunch of army surplus tents left over from the recently concluded World War II and decided to start a…

Costa Concordia Sinking Leaves Other Cruise-Ship Passengers Alarmed -- and Out of Luck

The tragic sinking of the Costa Concordia cruise ship is leaving a line of worried passengers in its wake. Betty Westbrook is among them. The retiree from Allen, Texas, called me…

Government Shut Down: What it Means for U.S. Parks and Landmarks

Travelers planning spring vacations to national parks and monuments have been on edge for the past few weeks, as Congress continues to debate the federal budget. While an interim…

Help Me, Uncle Sam! How to Get Government Assistance When You Travel

In a perfect world, here's how it would work: When you run into trouble on the road, you contact the appropriate government agency, and a few days later -- problem solved! For…