The Caribbean - First time Carribean Vacation-Help

A few couples are wanting to vacation in the carribean. We are in our early 30's. We are looking for an all inclusive vacation (DRINKS MUST BE INCLUDED ). We want to stay on the beach of course and would like a place that is not too touristy. Where do I look for all inclusive deals? What island is the best to go to? Thanks.

A few couples are wanting to vacation in the carribean. We are in our early 30's. We are looking for an all inclusive vacation (DRINKS MUST BE INCLUDED ). We want to stay on the beach of course and would like a place that is not too touristy. Where do I look for all inclusive deals? What island is the best to go to? Thanks.

In my experience, all-inclusive places tend to be very touristy. Maybe you have different perspective on what those words mean, so it would help if you expanded a little.

As far as which island, it depends what you're looking for and what kind of traveler you are. If you'd rather just hang out at the resort and not leave, you'll get a different answer than if you're interested in doing rain forest tours, diving, snorkeling, shopping, historical tours, clubbing, etc.

If there was one island that was "the best," wouldn't everyone be going there? ;)

It also depends on how much you want to spend. There is a great diversity in prices.

If you want all-inclusive on small island that not many Americans go to look at Tobago. Lots of Brits and not many Americans.

No mention of where you are departing from. There is a huge price difference depending on air markets.

To the OP you have got to check out
http://www.sandals.com/
They are the undisputed all inclusive leaders in the Caribbean. Many properties on many islands but my recommendation would be St. Lucia or Jamaica (some of the Best Sandals properties are located on these islands.

IMO St. Lucia should not appear that touristy in comparison to the other Sandals destination and with 3 properties and the option to book at one and stay at three you can't go wrong in St. Lucia.

Hilton has two all inclusive properties in Dominican Republic but only remember the details of one in Puerto Plata http://www.caribbeantravelmag.com/hotel.jsp?hotel=T01052

Very touristy and not as impressive as the Sandals Grande or La Toc in St. Lucia.

Hopes this helps - GOOD LUCK

The Coral chain in the Domincan Republic is leaving the Hilton group. We stayed in the Hamaca and it was horrible the last time. I would not recommend Coral All-inclusives.

The problem with all-inclusive is that it will be touristy. Unless you have an unlimited income and can afford the very high-end properties you will be surrounded by other intoxicated tourists. Go figure.