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Vacations for the Busy Professional

All-inclusive vacations offer hassle-free relaxation and entertainment for busy professionals
By Kristen McClung We all long to get away for a vacation; but planning a trip can be time-consuming, especially when you have a demanding career. Rather than spend hours researching destination, transportation and accommodation options, simplify your travel plans with an all-inclusive vacation package.

In creating vacation packages, travel agents team up with airlines, hotels, resorts, cruise ships and local attractions to provide appealing and affordable vacation deals. From pampering, romantic vacations to high-adventure family vacations, there are a wide variety of options to choose from to meet your vacation preferences.

Before selecting an all-inclusive vacation, evaluate the following:

1. What type of vacation package best suits you? Are you seeking a romantic escape, social time with friends or quality time with your family?

2. What destination locations do you prefer? Do you long for beach vacations or the mountains? Disney vacations or a cruise?
3. What length of time is best for your vacation? Are you considering weekend beach vacations, one-week Hawaii vacations or two-week European vacations?

4. How much would you like to pay for an all-inclusive vacation? Do you prefer discount vacations or high-end luxury all-inclusive vacations?

Purchase a vacation package that matches your lifestyle preferences

All-inclusive vacations are offered for singles, couples, families and senior citizens based on interests as diverse as art, sports, adventure, food and wine. Select an all-inclusive vacation package that includes the activities you enjoy.
Try:  Save up to 20% on food and wine vacations at Orbitz. Choose from adventure vacations like archeology, diving, biking, fishing, caving, riding and sailing at GORP Travel. Select family vacations for parents with children age six and under at Fun Time Family Travel.

Buy an all-inclusive vacation package to your dream destination

From tropical Hawaii vacations to snowy ski trips, the world is your vacation playground. All-inclusive vacation packages are available for a variety of domestic and international locations. Consider cruises as an excellent option for an Alaskan, Mediterranean or Caribbean vacation.
Try:  Experience Europe with guided vacations ranging from independent travel packages to escorted tours at Globus. Get an all-inclusive Hawaii vacation package created specifically for you at Hawaii Aloha Travel. Purchase an all-inclusive resort package in the Caribbean and Mexico at All Inclusive Getaways.

Choose a vacation package that fits into your work schedule

Most all-inclusive vacation packages arrange for visits or tours of the most desirable attractions in the shortest possible time. Some packages offer quick three-day trips while others offer extended vacations for 10-15 days. Select a vacation package that best accommodates your work schedule and available vacation time.
Try:  Get away for a romantic weekend with an all-inclusive package at Caesars Pocono Resorts. Take a tropical two-week golf vacation at Crane Ridge Resort. Choose from overnight, three-day, five-day or seven-day vacation packages at Yellowstone National Park at Flying Pig Adventure Company.

Select an all-inclusive vacation in your price range

No matter what your budget, all-inclusive vacation packages provide money-saving vacation deals. Travel industry professionals receive special discounts on lodging, dining and attractions that they pass along to consumers for considerable savings. Before purchasing an all-inclusive vacation package, find out exactly what is included and ask about hidden fees like taxes, service fees and fuel surcharges.
Try:  For vacation deals, check out the PriceBreakers section at Priceline.com. Purchase Disney vacations in your price range at Funjet Vacations. Get discounted all-inclusive Caribbean vacations at Caribbean Tours & Cruises/All Inclusive Outlet.

• Find out if airfare is included in your vacation package. Some vacation packages that claim to be "all-inclusive" do not include airfare, or only include airfare from a specific location.

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