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I have around $2000 in my paypal account that I've been thinking of using on a family vacation. Our vacations are usually centered on family visits, but the kids have said they'd like to do something else.

 

So, where can we a family of 5 go to, all inclusive, for less than $2000? We are willing to fly and we have passports. We are on the East Coast.

 

Thanks,

Jen

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Hmm, to be honest I don't think 2K will be enough. Flights alone to anywhere with all inclusive resorts are running around $500 per person, so you are already over your budget just in air-fare. Add in a resort during peak time, and I just don't think it's doable unless you have some great frequent flyer miles or find a killer deal.

Remember too that anyone over age 12 is considered an adult at most all-inclusives, so you'd need either 2 rooms or a family suite. We love the ease of all inclusive resorts, but we budget anywhere from 4-12K for just 2 adults and one child (9).

 

You never though, you may stumble upon a wonderful deal. Good Luck!

 

EDIT: If you meant you only wanted to spend 2K in total, then I'm sure you can find something wonderful! I read all inclusive to mean an "all-inclusive" resort, but looking back, I may have misunderstood!

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I was going to say a cruise too! But, instead of flying, drive down to save money. Our family went on a cruise (Royal Caribbean) in January. Six nights for $2500 for six of us!!! Pretty awesome deal. I bet you could find something like that! Keep in mind that added to cruise costs are the incidentals on the ship (they can really add up - so be careful!) and the tips. We got off this last ship owing ONLY for tips, one photo, and a couple drinks.

 

And, if you want to do Disney, I bet a bunch of us could help you do it for under $2000!

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Hmm, to be honest I don't think 2K will be enough. Flights alone to anywhere with all inclusive resorts are running around $500 per person, so you are already over your budget just in air-fare. Add in a resort during peak time, and I just don't think it's doable unless you have some great frequent flyer miles or find a killer deal.

Remember too that anyone over age 12 is considered an adult at most all-inclusives, so you'd need either 2 rooms or a family suite. We love the ease of all inclusive resorts, but we budget anywhere from 4-12K for just 2 adults and one child (9).

 

You never though, you may stumble upon a wonderful deal. Good Luck!

 

EDIT: If you meant you only wanted to spend 2K in total, then I'm sure you can find something wonderful! I read all inclusive to mean an "all-inclusive" resort, but looking back, I may have misunderstood!

 

 

It doesn't have to be an all-inclusive resort, but that would be awesome. Just a trip that includes most stuff, like travel and hotel. Food included would be a bonus!

 

I was going to say a cruise too! But, instead of flying, drive down to save money. Our family went on a cruise (Royal Caribbean) in January. Six nights for $2500 for six of us!!! Pretty awesome deal. I bet you could find something like that! Keep in mind that added to cruise costs are the incidentals on the ship (they can really add up - so be careful!) and the tips. We got off this last ship owing ONLY for tips, one photo, and a couple drinks.

 

And, if you want to do Disney, I bet a bunch of us could help you do it for under $2000!

 

 

A cruise is a possibility. Ships come into our city! Our neighbours went on a cruise last summer and loved it. I'll look into that.

I would check out the airlines that fly out of your closest airport and find out what vacation packages they are offering.

 

Florida (not Disney) is usually affordable

 

Maybe a cruise?

 

 

Thanks, I check it out.

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Okay - I love a challenge. I just searched in April and found a cruise that leaves out of Charleston, SC - so the drive wouldn't be too bad! Five nights on Carnival stopping at Freeport and Nassau. Cheapest room is $319/pp.

 

 

Cool, a 9 hour drive isn't too bad. Do you have a link?

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