There are spa-centric getaways, family-friendly stays, and party-hearty atmospheres to be visited across the wide world of all-inclusives.

Think outside the box. Think offshore.

Regardless of whether you're a backpacker or a five-star aficionado, HotelsCombined has amassed 10 unforgettable hotel experiences that everyone should undergo at least once before they die.

My partner's parents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this year, so to commemorate the big event we decided to organize a vacation for the whole extended family at an all-inclusive resort. Since I'm the travel writer in the group, it fell to me to narrow our choices and come up with a reasonably priced, well-appointed hotel in a destination that we all wanted to visit. Here's how I did it.

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just because you don't want to bother dealing with a million receipts doesn't mean you can't have a modicum of quality.

The fact that Americans skimp on time-off means that vacations need to be relaxing and restorative rather than hectic: No more running from city to city only to return home needing another break. It also means that the barrier to entry has to be lowered.

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When you need to relax, rejuvenate, and not think about a thing, the all-inclusive resort could be the best thing for you.

The question you should ask yourself before you choose an all-inclusive resort is simple: What kind of vacation do you want? Here are some pros and cons to help you choose.