Sweet Dreams Travel By Dayna: Timeshare/Rental Home vs. All Inlcusive/Cruise

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Timeshare/Rental Home vs. All Inlcusive/Cruise

     When making a vacation decision, you need to know what kind of vacation
you are looking for. When thinking of a Vacation Rental you need to
realize it will not be a work free vacation. (You may need to pack more
supplies, like linens and such for a rental home.) There is usually grocery
shopping, laundry and general housekeeping involved.Timeshare rentals
will provide linens and a once weekly housekeeping visit. These may be cons,
if you are in need of a totally relaxing vacation. You will also, most likely,
need to rent a car to get around.
     There are pros to a vacation rental as well. There is usually more space and
more privacy for your family. There are usually separate bedrooms and you
may have multiple bathrooms. You can save money by cooking some
meals in your own kitchen, and eat out when you choose.
     However, if you are in need of a stress free, hassle free vacation, with
luxury amenities and pampering, think of an all inclusive trip or a cruise.
     At an All inclusive resort, all you meals, drinks, activities and
entertainment and kids activities, are included in your price. You can eat
and drink all day and not pay a penny more. (Unless you choose to tip
a small amount for exceptional service). Some resorts include excursions,
some do not.
     When booking a cruise, know that all meals are included, but drinks are not.
You will also be responsible for gratuities and if you choose to take excursions.
With cruises kids activities, and nightly entertainment are included. Cruises have
many daily activities to keep you busy if you want to participate. You can do
as much or as little as you want. There are many different types of cruises and
cruise lines to choose from.
    Look below at my pictures from some cruise vacations, all inclusive resorts
and from our timeshare trips. I love all three types. It just depends on what I am
looking to do on my vacation. If looking for an adventurous trip or theme park
type vacation, the timeshare/rental makes sense to me. When I just need time to
relax and unwind without having to cook meals, do laundry or make a bed,
I look for All inclusive and Cruises.
    All three types are good for small families, couples and large groups.
If doing a large group in a rental, make sure you do not overbook the rental.
The caretaker will usually make sure the amount of people does not exceed,
accommodation limits.
Call me or email me any questions you may have, and I will help you decide
which vacation is right for you.