Unwind at an Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resort

If you're thinking it's time for an adult escape from family responsibilities, a few all-inclusive resorts perfectly fit the bill. You can soak up some rays, indulge in exotic spa treatments and sip poolside cocktails, all without opening your wallet. Stress-free vacations at all-inclusive adults-only resorts are hotter than ever.

These tropical resorts each offer something quite special for grown-ups, from indulgent dining and private butlers to coastal golf courses and roof top bars with amazing views.

Sandals Emerald Bay Great Exuma
Bahamas

This remote paradise is the perfect antidote for anything that ails you. The Out Islands of the Bahamas share a best-kept secret - a tropical wonderland by the name of Sandals Emerald Bay Great Exuma - with a pristine and oh-so-private adults-only shimmering beach. The resort is home to the Caribbean's largest zero-entry pool with a spectacular fire pit in its center.

At this Sandals resort, exceptional service is coupled with lavish accommodations, all of which enhance guest comfort. Room ambience includes British Colonial furnishings; stunning views overlook the beauty of turquoise waters. If desired, butler-level rooms offer attentive over-the-top personalized service.

Golf enthusiasts are sure to want to book tee times at the resort's challenging Greg Norman ocean-side golf course. After a day of island adventures, the Red Lane Spa waits to welcome vacationers to its therapeutic sanctuary.

Majestic Elegance Punta Cana
Dominican Republic

The all-suite Majestic Elegance in Punta Cana, on Playa Bávaro, provides a hassle-free vacation zone with plenty of conveniences. This resort has its own specially designated adults-only section; the Elegance Club is ideal for anyone desiring a secluded environment replete with butler service, Bali beds, a private beach, tranquility pools and ample pampering. A spectacular selection of culinary venues add posh ambience. Adult guests discover a steakhouse, beachfront dining, plus Japanese teppanyaki and sushi. Reservations are not required at any of the dining options, and there are no added fees for fine cuts of beef or lobster. Vacationers at Majestic Elegance Punta Cana stay fit with yoga and spinning classes, test their luck at the casino and lounge with exotic cocktails at beachfront roof top bars.

Majestic Colonial Punta Cana will also soon feature an adults-only Colonial Club.

Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa
Jamaica

Among the lures of the all-inclusive Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa is its backdrop: the Blue Mountains and Jamaica's lush palm groves. Guests luxuriate with vistas of turquoise blue waters from a variety of accommodations sprinkled throughout French, Dutch and Italian villages. All have spa baths and expansive terraces; all-inclusive suites also enjoy access to a personal butler.

Complimentary perks are plentiful and include adventure activities such as scuba adventures for certified divers, exploring 14 coral reefs, glass-bottom boat excursions, water-skiing and hydro-bikes. Gourmet dining at seven restaurants, a chic piano bar and nightclub and spa treatments provide choices for a well-rounded vacation experience.

Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa
St. Lucia

Sandals La Toc Golf Resort & Spa gives island charm and talcum-soft sand a whole new meaning. An enchanting destination that is majestically situated on a 220-acre estate, the picturesque retreat is home to St. Lucia's largest swimming pool and also to jaw-dropping Millionaire Suites. Luxury accommodations boast unobstructed 180-degree views.

Guests can walk to their own private zero-entry plunge pool with a whirlpool and waterfall from their living room and bedroom. International cuisine, including five-star French fare, is the main attraction at eight restaurants; 10 bars offer specialty island cocktails. This hot adventure getaway locale and tranquil escape destination has crafted something unique for everyone.

Hard Rock Hotel Cancun
Cancun

Expect nothing but the very best at the glamorous and hip Hard Rock Hotel Cancun where you can sleep, eat and party like a rock star with rock and roll-themed rooms, celebrity treatment, internationally inspired cuisine and live entertainment. Top-shelf spirits and gourmet dining are the perfect pairing for rock star-style indulging. Personalized hospitality keeps the party going with 24-hour room service.

This easy-to-reach Mexican getaway setting offers an array of land and water sports or sweat-worthy workouts at the state-of-the art fitness center. After catching rays and sipping cocktails at the swim-up bar, guests don their finest for the nightclub scene and dance the night away. The Hard Rock Cancun caters to all types of needs, but it is especially designed for adults with tons of energy. After living the high life, the Rock Spa is the zone for rejuvenating with hydro spa tubs and an endless menu of treatment choices.

The Royal Playa Del Carmen
Playa del Carmen

From the moment you arrive at this adults-only paradise, you become a part of the Royal Playa del Carmen family. Within walking distance to Playa del Carmen's famed Fifth Avenue, with its nightlife, cafés, and shopping, the Royal Playa del Carmen is the place to get spoiled. Thanks to royal service and a myriad of top-notch amenities - plush linens, a customized pillow menu, guests' choice of suite make-up time and personal butlers at the beach and pool - vacationers feel pampered beyond belief. The Royal Junior Suites even offer guests access to a semi-private pool and private bathroom from each terrace.

There's no time for boredom here: activities include a bike tour around town, martini tastings, jewelry-making classes and aquatic aerobics. There's an eclectic array of à la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner options and the resort's Broadway-style entertainment keeps guests at the edge of their seats. After a performance, the Royal's sophisticated and seductive tequila and cigar bars are the perfect spots in which to unwind.

Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas

Leisure activities, nightly entertainment, postcard views, unrivaled service and palatial décor are all part of the Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas experience. Guests renew with R&R at this all-inclusive Mexican destination by unwinding in spacious accommodations and taking in the panoramic views of the hypnotizing seascape, while dipping in two free-form pools. Swim-up bars are for sipping icy signature cocktails and engaging in playful conversation. Sunbathing terraces provide the perfect spot for soaking up the rays sans kiddos.

This highly touted resort receives raves for its hospitality, mouthwatering Mexican cuisine, plus a diverse selection of activities, including surfing, golfing, fishing, volleyball and bike tours.

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica
Guanacaste, Costa Rica

There's so much to love about Guanacaste, but it's the contemporary palace majestically nestled at the edge of Matapalo beach that's at the center of it all. At Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica, adults indulge in the all-inclusive service and facilities of this sun-soaked beachfront oasis. They savor all types of delicacies from top chefs at buffet-style and themed restaurants along with a patisserie and ice cream parlor.

For late night cocktails and munchies, there's a 24-hour lounge and 24-hour room service in the all-inclusive package. Guest mini-bars and liquor dispensers are kept stocked. Four swimming pools, introductory scuba-diving lessons, water sports and a nightclub to cap off the evening with dancing are just a few of the amenities and activities offered. Exploring Guanacaste during a stay at the Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica is experiencing a different side of adventure and relaxation.

Emma Jupp

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