15 Surprising Costs Of All-Inclusive Resorts: Do They Really Save You Money?

15. Resort Credits": Generous Perk or Clever Upsell Mechanism?

Many AIs offer "resort credits" (e.g., "$500 resort credit per stay!"). Sounds great, but these often come with strings: applicable only to inflated-price services (like $150 off a $300 massage you wouldn't normally buy), or usable in small increments across many different paid extras, forcing you to spend more to "save." Helpful Comparison: Treat resort credits with skepticism. If a $500 credit requires you to spend an extra $1000 on non-essential, overpriced add-ons to fully utilize, it’s not real savings. Focus on the base value of what’s truly included.