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They’t re not just for singles anymore; ‘allincluéive' resorts
now. cater to.a Nanely. of lifestyles and vacation budgets.

Rat, ‘drink and be: merry. |

It this sounds like your kind’

of cation, motto, consider
staying at an all-inclusive re-
sort. All-inclusive resorts let
you plant yourself in the sun
and* leave the day-to-day
worries to the experts.

What does “all-inclusive”
actually mean? There is no
industry. standard and _ it
varies from resort to resort,

but many refer to it as a

coast of “Mexico?. Allinclu:.

sive resorts. offer lots of dif-

ferent. water-based | activi-

ties, and in some ‘cases, free

instruction: as well. Some |
ways to while. away your

time on: ‘the: ‘water: include:

: water-skiing, ‘windsurfing,

kayaking, sailing, , snorkel-
ing, ‘scuba: diving, swim-
ming and, if the all-inclusive
buffet has proven too tempt-
ing, water exe

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“types of daily and nightly en- «
‘ tertainment as well-from’

land-based — cruising-you For a break from the sea
don’t. spend the week. haul-
ing. your wallet. out. for:
meals, snacks, drinks (in
some. instances, tips), en-
“tertainment, land and water
sports, room charges and
airport transfers.
Perhaps you fancy an.af- »
ternoon of water-skiing off .
‘the beaches of Bora Bora?
‘Or maybe some snorkeling = 1
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see

-a-good. deal. These. range

sightseeing by plane, para-
sailing, deep-sea fishing and

_ think only of young singles

playing volleyball in bathing «~~
~ Suits, think again. These
days; all-inclusive cater to ail”

‘There are resorts for cou-
ples, singles and families.

TRAVEL __. : a Wednesday, May 5, 1999

as s mineral pools; massage;

“Depending upon the re: |
sort, there are usually other

mini-casinos, music, discos;
parties, ‘dancing and picnics,“
to arts and: crafts instruc- ©
tion; libraries, and games
rooms: If you're itching to
landscapes or
seascapes, many resorts of-
fer excursions for an addi-
tional charge; usually quite

from sunset. cruises with
wine and hors d’oeuvres to’

picnic day cruises.
If all-inclusive makes you

7 Where ‘are the people?

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could snap up a six-night, " cater.to families. At some,

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as little as $650 US per per- ~ Children's prices are gener-

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eparts Vancouver July 5,

“. “inside deluxe cabin starting at $4292 plus port éhenged
: _doside passage cruise featuring “Glacier Boy.

Vins Espafial

Spanish Discovery
October 1 to 10, 1999

Discover the real magic of Spain; Fiery flamenca music, sundrenched beaches and ice

cold Sangria, Lovely cites, traditional villages and much more await you on this

exciting journey. Your host for this wonderful odventure will be Ensign Travel and

. “TRAFALGAR Gwen Collins:

Gwen will add a unique flavour to the trip,

having been stationed in Madrid at the

» Canadian Linbassy for live years, speaking
fluent panes and. having traveled

extensively around the world, This is one

vacation you can't affoid ta miss

ty © Yoledo « Granada « Gibraltar

to Seville « Cordoba ¢ Madrid

» Fabulous Sightseeing Every Day» Superior Tanportation

+ Spectacular Scenic Drives « Dining & Entertainment
+ Hest Class Hotel Accommodation

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/ $2,799 per person based on single
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If your a single parent, or

even a nudist, there are re-

‘sorts designed for you too.

planned and. provided-you

There are also.resorts that

cater to couples, honey-:
mooners and even couples ©
- who want to get married-
some offer complimentary
wedding ceremonies in case -
-you want to cover the wed- -
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“Your local travel agent
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your vacation budget and .
needs.

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