With the economy on shaky legs, vacation budgeting is more important than ever. After all, there’s nothing more depressing than receiving an unexpected bill at the end of a relaxing holiday.

Perhaps this is why all-inclusive resorts have done so well in recent years. Guests pay one daily price that covers lodging, food and sometimes alcoholic beverages. You can enjoy all you want for one flat fee. 

The Hotel Riu Palace Aruba is one such resort. Tucked along a beautiful white sand beach on the island of Aruba, the resort is one of the RIU Hotels & Resorts. Known for their first-rate service, prime beachfront locations, palatial décor and careful attention to detail, Palace hotels are Riu’s most luxurious resort line. 

Located on a beautiful stretch of Palm Beach, just 15 minutes from the airport, the Riu Palace is an idyllic Caribbean resort. Almost every day in Aruba is a warm one and sun worshippers thrill at the white sand beaches, waving palm trees and crystal blue ocean waters.

Located on a beautiful stretch of Palm Beach, the Riu Palace offers a little taste of paradise.

Water sports – from diving and snorkeling to wave runners – are all available on the pier beside the hotel. And if you’re into partying, spend an evening on the Tattoo Party Cruise where you can drink and dance the night away for US $49/person.

(And if you’re a little bit crazy, you can also play on the boat’s slide, which drops you right into the Caribbean Sea.)

You don’t need to leave land to enjoy the water. The Riu Palace Aruba has two huge swimming pools where you can sit at the swim-up bar or relax in the sun – all under the careful service of the Riu Palace staff.

The hotel has daily free entertainment, including dancers and other performers, as well as a casino.

Guests at the Riu enjoy unlimited dining and drinks. Food and room service are available 24 hours a day. Numerous dining choices are available, from large buffets to four themed a la carte restaurants, including a Japanese restaurant and a steakhouse.

The food is excellent and well proportioned and service is excellent. It’s easy to get spoiled at the Hotel Riu Palace Aruba!