Mexico

  • Hotel Xcaret - Riviera Maya

    The all-inclusive that includes the parks. Hotel Xcaret México has redefined the concept of all-inclusive with its innovative All-Fun Inclusive™ — the first resort in the Riviera Maya to offer unlimited access to all of the Grupo Xcaret parks, including Xcaret, Xel-Há, Xplor, and Xenotes. A 5-Diamond AAA award winner with eco-integrating architecture that blends with the jungle, rivers, and Caribbean coastline, the resort features contemporary suites, multiple pools, a kids' club, riverfront theatre and spa, plus round-trip airport transportation and ferry tickets to Isla Mujeres and Cozumel. Our pick for families and active travellers who want the all-inclusive experience plus the excitement of Mexico's best eco-adventure parks built right in.

  • Grand Velas - Riviera Nayarit

    The Pacific Coast's most decorated all-inclusive. An AAA Five-Diamond resort overlooking Banderas Bay near Puerto Vallarta, Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit features 267 oceanfront suites — all over 1,000 square feet with private terraces and Bali-imported teak furniture. An expansive three-level infinity pool with panoramic ocean views, a 16,000-square-foot spa, four AAA Four-Diamond gourmet restaurants serving French, Mexican, Italian, and Asian cuisine, plus a kids' club and teens' club, make this the resort we recommend when travellers want truly elevated all-inclusive luxury.

  • Dreams - Huatulco

    A quieter Mexico, beautifully done. Located 25 minutes from Huatulco International Airport on the Pacific coast of Oaxaca, Dreams Huatulco sits along Tangolunda Bay surrounded by lush jungle, dramatic mountains, dazzling coral reefs, and golden beaches. 421 deluxe rooms and suites with furnished balconies overlooking the bay or the Sierra Madre mountains, seven dining options including Mexican, Asian, Italian, and seafood, plus the Explorer's Club for Kids with supervised activities for ages 3-12. Our pick for travellers who've done Cancun and Cabo and want somewhere less crowded — a Mexico that still feels like Mexico, with a stunning natural setting at a more accessible price point.

Carribean

  • The Cove Atlantis - Bahamas

    The luxury hideaway inside the Atlantis universe. Nestled between two private beaches on Paradise Island, The Cove offers spacious suites with floor-to-ceiling ocean views, an adults-only pool with four multi-level pools, daybeds, private cabanas, and outdoor gaming. Guests get full access to all of Atlantis — including the 141-acre Aquaventure water park, the largest open-air marine habitat in the world, dining from three Michelin-starred chefs, and an award-winning championship golf course. Our pick for couples and families who want luxury suite living and the Atlantis experience — without committing to an all-inclusive plan.

  • Dreams Macao Beach - Punta Cana

    Newer, polished, and built for families. Located 40 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport on one of the most beautiful beaches in the Dominican Republic, Dreams Macao Beach offers all-inclusive Unlimited-Luxury with limitless access to gourmet à la carte restaurants — no reservations required, top-shelf spirits, and natural fruit juices. 500 luxuriously appointed suites, an Explorer's Club for Kids (ages 3-12), a Core Zone Teens Club, a water park with slides and a lazy river, plus a zip line, climbing wall, batting cage, and bowling alley mean there's truly something for every member of the family. A favourite for first-time all-inclusive families and couples who want a modern, well-run resort at a fair price.

  • Beaches Resort - Turks and Caicos

    The gold standard for family all-inclusive in the Caribbean. Set on 12 miles of the world's best beach, Beaches Turks & Caicos is voted Top 25 Hotels for Families in the World by TripAdvisor year after year — featuring endless land and water sports, 18 specialty dining restaurants, Sesame Street stage shows, and the Caribbean's most thrilling waterpark. Five themed villages (French, Italian, Caribbean, Key West, and the new Treasure Beach), 14 bars with premium-brand beverages, a full-service Red Lane Spa, 10 pools, unlimited land and water sports including scuba diving, and a supervised Kids Camp with Sesame Street character activities — this is the resort we recommend when a family wants the absolute best Caribbean experience, all-inclusive, no compromises.

Europe

  • Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel - Athens, Greece

    The Athens Riviera, done right. Set at the tip of a pine-clad peninsula just 30 minutes from the Acropolis, the Four Seasons Astir Palace is a 75-acre five-star beach resort with three private beaches, eight restaurants and bars including the Michelin-starred Pelagos and Matsuhisa Athens by Nobu, and one of the highest Michelin-rated hotel portfolios in Greece. A spa with ten treatment rooms, five tennis courts, water sports off the private beach, and an adults-only infinity pool with sunset views make it our pick for couples and travellers who want both the cultural treasures of Athens and a polished seaside escape — without choosing between the two.

  • Pine Cliffs Suites - Albufeira, Portugal

    The Algarve's signature family escape. Spanning 179 acres atop the iconic red sandstone cliffs of the Algarve, overlooking Praia da Falésia, this Luxury Collection resort blends Moorish architecture with sweeping Atlantic views. A nine-hole cliff-top golf course, eight outdoor pools, a tennis club, a state-of-the-art spa, and Porto Pirata — the largest kids' club in the region, complete with life-size pirate ships — make it the resort we recommend most for families who want luxury without sacrificing kid-friendly. Multiple accommodation options across the resort, from hotel rooms to ocean suites to private villas, mean there's a fit for every party size and budget.

  • The Chedi Andermatt - Andermatt, Switzerland

    The Swiss Alps, redefined. A five-star deluxe hotel nestled at 1,440 metres in the traditional Swiss village of Andermatt, The Chedi blends authentic alpine warmth with subtle Asian-inspired design — think granite, dark wood, over 200 fireplaces, and 119 spacious rooms and suites with views of the Swiss Alps or Schöllenen Gorge. A 2,400-square-metre spa, a 35-metre indoor Olympic-style pool, and a heated outdoor pool with alpine views, plus a two-Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant and the world's largest hotel cigar collection, make this the alpine resort we send guests to when they want world-class skiing by day and serious indulgence by night.

Asia

  • Nihi Sumba - Indonesia

    One of the most extraordinary resorts in the world. A 50-minute flight east of Bali on the island of Sumba, NIHI is an outpost for world-class surfing, the best sport fishing in Indonesia, and hiking through breathtaking waterfalls and ancient villages. Set on 567 acres along a 2.5-kilometre crescent of white-sand beach, with thatched-roof villas, a renowned spa, and a herd of horses brought to the beach every morning for a swim, NIHI has been repeatedly recognized among the World's 50 Best Hotels. Our pick for travellers who want a once-in-a-lifetime, off-the-map experience that no one else they know has done.

  • Highland Bali Villas Resort - Philippines

    A Balinese escape closer to home. Known as the "Bali of the North," Highland Bali Villas is set about 3.5 hours north of Metro Manila in Nueva Ecija, with 16 distinct accommodations that blend Balinese-inspired design with contemporary Filipino hospitality. A full waterpark with overlapping pools, a lazy river, and four heated jacuzzis, along with a wellness centre and breathtaking views of the mountains and Pantabangan Lake, make it a serene Balinese-style retreat for travellers who want the aesthetic without the international flight.

  • Siyam World - Maldives

    The Maldives, fully loaded. Spanning 54 hectares in the pristine Noonu Atoll, Siyam World is the largest premium all-inclusive resort in the Maldives, with over 4 kilometres of white-sand beaches and 6 kilometres of vibrant house reef. The property features the Maldives' largest floating waterpark, the country's only horse ranch with Marwari horses for beach rides at sunrise, water villas on stilts with slides directly into the lagoon, and more than a dozen restaurants and bars. The 24-hour premium all-inclusive package means no add-ons, no upcharges — perfect for honeymooners, adventurous couples, and families who want the Maldives experience without the typical Maldives surprise bill at checkout.

Hawaii

  • Aulani Disney Resort - O'ahu

    The family resort that finally got Hawaii right. Set on 21 acres of beachfront at Ko Olina on the western shore of O'ahu, Aulani features 351 hotel rooms and 481 Disney Vacation Club villas, an 18,000-square-foot spa, a children's club, and an expansive collection of swimming pools — all wrapped in a beautifully designed Hawaiian-cultural setting rather than a theme-park aesthetic. A 900-foot lazy river, two waterslides, infinity-edge hot tubs, and a calm protected lagoon make it our go-to for families with kids — and far enough from the bustle of Waikiki that parents actually feel like they're on vacation too.

  • Hilton Waikoloa Village - Hawai'i

    A destination in itself. Situated along the sunny Kohala coast on the Big Island, this resort features exclusive attractions including a four-acre swimming and snorkeling lagoon with a protected sun-drenched beach, the largest pools on the island, air-conditioned trams between buildings, and more than 1,800 pieces of art along a museum walkway. With a Dolphin Quest learning center, tennis, golf, and 14 restaurants and lounges, this is the resort we recommend for multi-generational groups and families who want something for every age under one roof — without anyone getting bored.

  • Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort - O'ahu

    The iconic Waikiki location, fully reimagined. Following a $200 million renovation, the Sheraton Waikiki — the second-largest hotel on O'ahu — offers 1,600+ newly refreshed rooms with sweeping views of Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head, and the Pacific. The resort's Edge Infinity Pool is the longest oceanfront infinity pool in North America, and you're steps from Waikiki Beach with fine dining, shopping, and the iconic Diamond Head Crater hike just minutes away. Our pick for couples and first-time Hawaii travellers who want to be right in the middle of the action.

French Polynesia

  • InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa — Tahiti

    The classic first or last stop on any French Polynesia trip. Set on a 32-acre peninsula with 245 rooms, lagoon-view rooms, and stilted overwater bungalows with private terraces, the InterContinental is just minutes from the airport and offers stunning views of the island of Moorea across the water. A natural Lagoonarium with 200 species of fish and sea creatures right on property makes it a favourite for travellers who want luxury and a little adventure before island-hopping.

  • Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora — Bora Bora

    The honeymoon resort that other honeymoon resorts compare themselves to. Set on the island of Bora Bora with overwater bungalows and beachfront villas — all with breathtaking views and private plunge pools, the Four Seasons delivers the iconic Bora Bora moment you've seen in every magazine: turquoise lagoon, Mount Otemanu rising in the distance, your own thatched-roof villa on stilts above the water. This is the one for anniversaries, proposals, and once-in-a-lifetime trips.

  • The Brando — Tetiaroa (Private Island)

    One of the most exclusive resorts in the world. Named in honor of actor Marlon Brando, The Brando is one of the world's most exclusive private island retreats — an all-inclusive resort with 35 spacious villas, each with private plunge pools and direct beach access, set on the atoll once the exclusive retreat of Tahitian royalty. Deeply committed to sustainability, the resort uses seawater air conditioning and runs on renewable energy. For travellers who want to step entirely off the map without giving up a single ounce of comfort.