All inclusive vacations are increasingly popular with travelers who appreciate their convenience and value for money. A huge and varied range of all-inclusive packages are available, to suit all different budgets and tastes. The following are 10 reasons why your next vacation should be an all-inclusive one.

1. All inclusive vacations take the burden of planning off you.

2. You know exactly what your vacation will cost when you buy it- although you do need to check the small print, because some holidays include more than others. The Curtain Bluff resort in Fiji is truly all inclusive. The price covers all food and drink, activities and even cigars.

3. All-inclusive vacations can be cheaper, although this is not always the case. It’s a good idea to check what you would be paying if you were not taking a package deal, and you should also be wary of any upgrades or extras you are offered or you could end up spending a lot more than you had planned.

4. You don’t have to think about money while you are on vacation, so you can relax and enjoy yourself. Purpose built all-inclusive resorts are designed so that guests do not even have to carry money with them. At the Cayo Espanto in Belize, for example, there are no prices on the menus as everyone’s meals are included in their package.

5. You don’t have to struggle with local currencies and customs such as tipping and haggling.

6. You don’t have to choose your accommodation or make your plans from a distance, so you won’t end up disappointed. Everything will have been selected by the trip provider and will come up to their standards.

7. Nervous or first-time travelers have the security of knowing there is someone there to take care of them.

8. All-inclusive cruises and land tours arrange all transport and keep travelers on schedule. Guests at the Governors’ Camp in Kenya can take as many safaris as they like, for example.

9. There are some excellent resorts that provide high levels of service and personalized care. Choosing an all-inclusive vacation no longer means ending up in a characterless resort that looks the same as any other. Some packages are designed for special interests, and many can be customized to suit individual travelers. Travelers are no longer expected to join in with group activities and stick to strict plans; they can follow their own wishes. Belize’s Cayo Espanto has just five bungalows and guests can pass their whole vacation without bumping into any of their neighbors. Each bungalow comes with a houseman-butler and the chef consults with the guests every day in order to plan their meals.

10. You only have one decision to make: which provider to use.

With world-class surfing and diving, a large number of cultural, historical and archaeological attractions, and an enormous range of accommodations, this is one of the world’s most popular island destinations and one which consistently wins travel awards. Bali has something to offer a very broad market of visitors, especially backpackers. A visit to Bali means that you are in the most visitor-friendly island of Indonesia.

Gunung Kawi
In the bottom of this lush green valley is one of Bali’s oldest and largest ancient monuments. Gunung Kawi consists of 10 rock-cut candi (shrines) which are  memorials cut out of the rock face in imitation of actual statues. They stand in 23ft-high sheltered coves cut into the sheer cliff face.

Sanur Beach
Located on the east coast, hang out; sunbathe on the soft sand beach. Sanur has a coral reef that makes it an ideal spot for snorkeling – you can even do sea-walking. Stop for lunch at one of the local beach restaurants and bars before exploring Sanur’s shady lanes and discover traditional markets, shops nightspots and local life in the afternoon.

Uluwatu cliff temple
one of Bali’s most impressive sights. On the Bukit peninsula where the temple is located there are some amazing vantage points to watch the local surfers try their skills and as the sun sets you can grab a drink and enjoy the spectacle. This is a popular place to enjoy the sunset.

Ubud
Ubud is a cultural town in the middle of the island, famous as an arts and crafts hub. For more than a century, it has been the island’s centre for fine arts, dance and music. Its central location makes it easy to get from Ubud to the mountains, beaches, and major towns.

Pura Ulun Danu Bratan
This very important Hindu-Buddhist temple was founded in the 17th century. It is dedicated to Dewi Danu, the goddess of the waters, and is actually built on small islands, which means it is completely surrounded by the lake. Both pilgrimages and ceremonies are held here to ensure that there is a supply of water for farmers all over Bali. For an almost surreal experience, take a quiet paddle across the lake and see Pura Ulun Danu Bratan at sunrise – arrange it with a boatman the night before.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
The Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal is owned by the village of Padangtegal. This cool and dense swathe of jungle, officially called Mandala Wisata Wanara Wana, houses three holy temples. The sanctuary is inhabited by a band of grey long-tailed Balinese macaques.

Nusa Lembongan
The delightfully laid-back Nusa Lembongan island, is free of cars, motorcycle noise and hassles – a great place to just put your feet up and relax. Main activities on the island include surfing, diving and snorkelling. The water is a vivid aqua blue in colour and some of the clearest you will find anywhere. It has a local population of about 7000 people, mostly living in two small villages, Jungutbatu and Lembongan. Nusa Lembongan island is situated off the southeast coast of the main island of Bali. Take the early public boat which leaves daily from Sanur beach at around 08.00am.

Remember your backpacker travel insurance!
So that you can really enjoy your stay in Bali, don’t forget to take out your  cheap backpackers insurance as soon as you book your trip. It is important that you remember to check that your backpacker insurance policy offers you the level of cover that you need for your trip before you buy it.

When buying your backpackers travel insurance, don’t assume that every policy is the same. Your needs may be different from others, so make sure your travel insurance for backpackers provides the cover that you require. Read the small print, check the level of cover and ensure you are covered for any activities that you want to undertake. Carry your cheap backpacker insurance documentation and the 24-hour emergency assistance number on you at all times along with your policy number so you’re prepared for every eventuality!

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The beautiful Balearic Island of Mallorca is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe.  Welcoming around 6 million visitors ever year – the majorly of them from the UK and Germany.  Along with a plenty of Spanish tourists too.

 The island was under Muslim rule for centuries until it was liberated by Jaime 1 in the early 13th century.  His son then marked this symbolic victory by placing the fist stones of what is now Palma Cathedral on the same spot as the Moors main mosque.  The Cathedral today is Mallorca’s most impressive building and has undergone numerous improvements and additions over the years.  Most famously when Guadi walked out on a restoatrion project in the early 20th century.

 During the 1980´s the island began to earn a reputation as a bit of a downmarket destination. Thanks to the antics of Club 18-30 holidaymakers in resorts such as Magaluf, which is located in the south of the island.  Whilst that’s all largely history today the north of the island is still regarded as a bit more upmarket and sophisticated as a result.  With the best selection of hotels and holiday villas in Mallorca to be found in and around historic towns such as Pollensa.

 The island is home to around 700,000 officially registered residents.  But this population swells enormously during the summer season, which runs from May through until September.  As hordes of tourists descend on the island from across Europe.

 Often this influx includes a number of VIP visitors as Mallorca is a favoured haut of the rich and famous.  The island is home to tennis star Rafa Nadal and has recently welcomed Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones.  Whilst in yeas gone by it has been visited by famous names such as Chopin, Miro and Robert Graves.

 Mallorca is the largest of the four Balearic Island group – which also includes Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera.  And as a result there are a large number of holiday destinations to choose from.  First time visitors should be aware that some of these cater to specific nationalities and age groups.  So it pays to research your choice of resort before booking.

 The most popular spots with British tourists include Cala Dor on the east coast, which boasts seven sandy coves.  There’s also a good selection of hotels and holiday villas in Cala D’or available for rent.

 The north coast is also a hot favourite – with visitors from the UK often plumping for Alcudia – home to the islands’ biggest beach.  Along with Puerto Pollensa, which is the coastal sister resort to the former Roman settlement of Pollensa, located some 8km inland.