In today’s economy, travel overall has become a better bargain for deal seekers, and that definitely holds true for all-inclusive resorts.

All-inclusive resorts have gotten a bad rap for serving watered-down drinks and having second-rate buffets, but it’s possible to find a quality resort for good value.

Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and the Turks and Caicos has partnered with Sesame Street so you’ll find activities like story time with Elmo and baking with the Cookie Monster to keep the kids occupied.

Older kids can take advantage of the included water parks and teen programs.

If you’re looking for more of a party scene, Tesoro Resorts at Los Cabos, Mexico is surrounded by nightlife.

And if you’re a foodie looking for a deal, Charisma Hotels and Resorts in Mexico is actually known for being gourmet-inclusive.

For about $200 per person per night you’re not going to find buffets – you will find everything made from scratch, from pasta to bread, and one resort even has a lobster-only menu, with over 20 dishes made just from lobster.

For more information, check out 2009: The Year of the All-Inclusive Vacation.

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