all-in·clu·sive
ˌȯl-in-ˈklü-siv 
-ziv
: including everything
a broader and more nearly all-inclusive view
especially
: sold for one price that includes charges and fees that are often added separately
The development of the "all-inclusive" tourist package in which flights, airport transfers, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, sports facilities, excursions, et cetera, are paid in full in advance … —
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all-inclusiveness
noun
plural all-inclusives
: a resort that charges one fee that includes the price of a room, meals, beverages, and all other expenses : an all-inclusive resort
a vacation at an all-inclusive
Tapping into the luxury market has not been easy for all-inclusives, which are saddled with stereotypes about garish plastic armbands and warmed-over buffet-style meals.—Jacqueline Detwiler
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Adjective
an all-inclusive look at the threat posed by a global pandemic
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Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Usually, success stories center on the natural-looking outcomes, the confidence boost, and the ease of all-inclusive packages that streamlines the process.
—Ethan Stone, Journal Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2023
Loftie also requires Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for the all-inclusive experience, so unexpected connection issues throughout the night could impact your alarm and settings.
—Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2023
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Adjective
The deal offers travelers up to 50% off winter, spring and summer getaways across its all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Canada.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Usually, success stories center on the natural-looking outcomes, the confidence boost, and the ease of all-inclusive packages that streamlines the process.
—Ethan Stone, Journal Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
Noun
Something to consider about cruises is that only some cruise lines are truly all-inclusive.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2023
Loftie also requires Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for the all-inclusive experience, so unexpected connection issues throughout the night could impact your alarm and settings.
—Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2023
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“All-inclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/all-inclusive. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.
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