Kiwi Curated
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
by Darren DunneThere’s an undeniably comfort in knowing you can kick back, relax, and have everything taken care of with no sticker shock at a trip’s conclusion. With a plethora of options in the all-inclusive sphere, hotels and resorts have upped the ante when it comes to added value. We take a closer look at all-inclusive resorts going the extra mile for guests.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
The adults-only Namale Resort & Spa is an intimate environment for relaxation set in one of the world’s most dazzling locales. The resort perches on a volcanic rock outcrop, and guarantees breathtaking views of Fijian sunsets as well as a surfeit of activities to engage in. The resort boasts 180 staff along with a maximum capacity of 44 guests, ensuring at least a 4:1 staff-to-guest ratio. Each morning, guests receive a customized itinerary of activities and experiences for the day, and one morning they’ll awake to a personalized note informing them to arrive at the concierge desk to be whisked away on a special private experience. These can include a champagne breakfast on cliffs formed from lava, a private lunch on a deck deep within the rainforest, or a candlelit dinner in a sea cave.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
Not sure what awaits you at Royal Service at Paradisus Rio de Oro Resort & Spa in Cuba? It’s all in the name. This adults-only hotel-within-a-hotel treats every guest like a VIP, with attentive 24/7 butler service that begins before one even arrives. An online butler is available to pre-arrange services at the resort, including coordinating tours, car rentals and even in-room massages. Also included in the generous package is one YHI Spa hydrothermal circuit per person, 24-hour room service and nightly turndown.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
Set in Northern Thailand’s lush jungle overlooking Thailand, Myanmar and Laos, Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort sprawls across 160 acres of bamboo forest, rice paddies and countryside. The resort supports 25 elephants, who enjoy ample food, shelter, and the utmost care. Guests at this all-inclusive paradise have a unique opportunity to interact with Thailand’s gentle giants in their native environment, learning basic commands to drive and bond with the elephants, and even ride on their neck during bath time in the river. There’s even an opportunity to engage in a unique “Elephant Yoga” experience, practicing easy positions from a lofty perch on an elephant’s back.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
The resort’s all-inclusive package isn’t just a convenient vacation solution, it’s also a celebration of food and wine. If one can tear themselves away from the world class snorkeling and diving, there’s varying buffet themes each day, ranging from Asia’s best to modern world cuisine. For those partial to a tipple, there’s a wide-ranging collection of wine, and one of Asia’s largest rum collections. If you choose not to opt for all-inclusive, Mirihi Island Resort in the Maldives is happy to welcome guests on half-board and breakfast-only packages.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
Don’t let Le Blanc Spa & Resort’s location in the party capital of Cancun give you the wrong impression. This adults-only resort deals more in healing than hedonism, promoting a holistic approach to guest’s well-being across an array of amenities. The resort is nestled beside a beautiful stretch of white sand beach, and offers the perfect destination to reflect and recharge thanks to a stacked spa and a generous array of activities. There’s a modern fitness center, daily Pilates classes, spinning classes, and TRX training. Golfers can enjoy unlimited play across 27 challenging holes at the Dune, Jungle and Lakes courses. If that all sounds a little too involved, visit BlancSpa one of their many extraordinary treatments.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
The rugged coast of British Columbia is one of Canada’s most alluring and pristine environments, with Sonora Resort offering the perfect, all-inclusive vantage point to survey the scene. Bald eagles and grizzly bears are your companions on an adventure that includes deep sea fishing, kayaking, river rafting, and even culture tours with The Homalco, a local First Nations tribe. The resort sits in an isolated location, accessible only by helicopter, seaplane or water taxi. It’s a beautiful place to unwind and enjoy nature at its most spectacular. Don’t worry, there’s also a pampering spa, mouth-watering menus and a plentiful wine cellar for more civilized adventures.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
Maia Luxury Resort & Spa presents a vision of the Seychelles you’re likely familiar with from dreamy magazine articles or TV shows–one that closely resembles paradise on earth. The resort’s “Beyond All-Inclusive” offering is the perfect way to experience this awe-inspiring setting, with feet up and cocktail in hand. It includes accommodation in a one bedroom villa with outdoor gazebo, private infinity pool and dedicated butler service. There’s also unlimited meals, snacks and soft drinks, selected alcoholic beverages, daily morning yoga and Qi Gong classes, and unlimited scuba diving per person (intro and exploration dives only).
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
What attracts us to Hotel Esencia in Mexico is the laid-back and informal nature of the experience. Upon arrival, it feels like guests have been ensconced within a particularly extravagant private home surrounded by jungle and ocean. It should come as no surprise it was originally the summer retreat of an Italian Duchess, repackaged into a hotel The UK Sunday Times described as “the most heavenly hotel on earth.” Like the rest of your surrounds, the all-inclusive package is suitably easy-going, with guests simply paying extra each night for all the food and drink (with nothing off limits) they can enjoy.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
Set within a gigantic 130,000 acre reserve, Singita Pamashuna Lodge plays an important role in sustainability and ecology, with all proceeds from the lodge being funnelled back into conservation and Zimbabwe’s community programs. There are just six suites and a five-bedroom villa here, all with private plunge pools and panoramic views over the savannah. As part of guest’s package, they can embark on sundowner cruises, game drives, guided safari walks, and community visits where one can witness firsthand the amazing work of the lodge. On-site there’s a gym, spa therapy room, and even one of Africa’s most well-stocked wine cellars.
Not Your Average All-Inclusive
On Easter Island, one of the most isolated and mysterious isles on earth, explora Rapa Nui delivers all-inclusive luxury from a panoramic perch. The resort sits within a uniquely designed hilltop structure that grants visitors a 360-degree view of the island. Exploration is easy from here, with a team of local guides employed by the hotel to guide guests around the iconic statues that dot the island. The all-inclusive package features over 20 different explorations, bike rides, fishing and snorkeling. Dining is designed with adventure in mind, and dishes always come paired with a superb Chilean wine. After a tough day scrambling over hills and exploring the island’s rich history, take to the hotel’s spa and sauna area.
The adults-only Namale Resort & Spa is an intimate environment for relaxation set in one of the world’s most dazzling locales. The resort perches on a volcanic rock outcrop, and guarantees breathtaking views of Fijian sunsets as well as a surfeit of activities to engage in. The resort boasts 180 staff along with a maximum capacity of 44 guests, ensuring at least a 4:1 staff-to-guest ratio. Each morning, guests receive a customized itinerary of activities and experiences for the day, and one morning they’ll awake to a personalized note informing them to arrive at the concierge desk to be whisked away on a special private experience. These can include a champagne breakfast on cliffs formed from lava, a private lunch on a deck deep within the rainforest, or a candlelit dinner in a sea cave.
Not sure what awaits you at Royal Service at Paradisus Rio de Oro Resort & Spa in Cuba? It’s all in the name. This adults-only hotel-within-a-hotel treats every guest like a VIP, with attentive 24/7 butler service that begins before one even arrives. An online butler is available to pre-arrange services at the resort, including coordinating tours, car rentals and even in-room massages. Also included in the generous package is one YHI Spa hydrothermal circuit per person, 24-hour room service and nightly turndown.
Set in Northern Thailand’s lush jungle overlooking Thailand, Myanmar and Laos, Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort sprawls across 160 acres of bamboo forest, rice paddies and countryside. The resort supports 25 elephants, who enjoy ample food, shelter, and the utmost care. Guests at this all-inclusive paradise have a unique opportunity to interact with Thailand’s gentle giants in their native environment, learning basic commands to drive and bond with the elephants, and even ride on their neck during bath time in the river. There’s even an opportunity to engage in a unique “Elephant Yoga” experience, practicing easy positions from a lofty perch on an elephant’s back.
The resort’s all-inclusive package isn’t just a convenient vacation solution, it’s also a celebration of food and wine. If one can tear themselves away from the world class snorkeling and diving, there’s varying buffet themes each day, ranging from Asia’s best to modern world cuisine. For those partial to a tipple, there’s a wide-ranging collection of wine, and one of Asia’s largest rum collections. If you choose not to opt for all-inclusive, Mirihi Island Resort in the Maldives is happy to welcome guests on half-board and breakfast-only packages.
Don’t let Le Blanc Spa & Resort’s location in the party capital of Cancun give you the wrong impression. This adults-only resort deals more in healing than hedonism, promoting a holistic approach to guest’s well-being across an array of amenities. The resort is nestled beside a beautiful stretch of white sand beach, and offers the perfect destination to reflect and recharge thanks to a stacked spa and a generous array of activities. There’s a modern fitness center, daily Pilates classes, spinning classes, and TRX training. Golfers can enjoy unlimited play across 27 challenging holes at the Dune, Jungle and Lakes courses. If that all sounds a little too involved, visit BlancSpa one of their many extraordinary treatments.
The rugged coast of British Columbia is one of Canada’s most alluring and pristine environments, with Sonora Resort offering the perfect, all-inclusive vantage point to survey the scene. Bald eagles and grizzly bears are your companions on an adventure that includes deep sea fishing, kayaking, river rafting, and even culture tours with The Homalco, a local First Nations tribe. The resort sits in an isolated location, accessible only by helicopter, seaplane or water taxi. It’s a beautiful place to unwind and enjoy nature at its most spectacular. Don’t worry, there’s also a pampering spa, mouth-watering menus and a plentiful wine cellar for more civilized adventures.
Maia Luxury Resort & Spa presents a vision of the Seychelles you’re likely familiar with from dreamy magazine articles or TV shows–one that closely resembles paradise on earth. The resort’s “Beyond All-Inclusive” offering is the perfect way to experience this awe-inspiring setting, with feet up and cocktail in hand. It includes accommodation in a one bedroom villa with outdoor gazebo, private infinity pool and dedicated butler service. There’s also unlimited meals, snacks and soft drinks, selected alcoholic beverages, daily morning yoga and Qi Gong classes, and unlimited scuba diving per person (intro and exploration dives only).
What attracts us to Hotel Esencia in Mexico is the laid-back and informal nature of the experience. Upon arrival, it feels like guests have been ensconced within a particularly extravagant private home surrounded by jungle and ocean. It should come as no surprise it was originally the summer retreat of an Italian Duchess, repackaged into a hotel The UK Sunday Times described as “the most heavenly hotel on earth.” Like the rest of your surrounds, the all-inclusive package is suitably easy-going, with guests simply paying extra each night for all the food and drink (with nothing off limits) they can enjoy.
Set within a gigantic 130,000 acre reserve, Singita Pamashuna Lodge plays an important role in sustainability and ecology, with all proceeds from the lodge being funnelled back into conservation and Zimbabwe’s community programs. There are just six suites and a five-bedroom villa here, all with private plunge pools and panoramic views over the savannah. As part of guest’s package, they can embark on sundowner cruises, game drives, guided safari walks, and community visits where one can witness firsthand the amazing work of the lodge. On-site there’s a gym, spa therapy room, and even one of Africa’s most well-stocked wine cellars.
On Easter Island, one of the most isolated and mysterious isles on earth, explora Rapa Nui delivers all-inclusive luxury from a panoramic perch. The resort sits within a uniquely designed hilltop structure that grants visitors a 360-degree view of the island. Exploration is easy from here, with a team of local guides employed by the hotel to guide guests around the iconic statues that dot the island. The all-inclusive package features over 20 different explorations, bike rides, fishing and snorkeling. Dining is designed with adventure in mind, and dishes always come paired with a superb Chilean wine. After a tough day scrambling over hills and exploring the island’s rich history, take to the hotel’s spa and sauna area.