Thursday 21st August 2025
All about all-inclusives: nearly half of long-haul holidays include it all
95% of long-haul all-inclusive getaways in 2025 are booked in 4 star and above hotels
Top destinations include Mexico, Mauritius, Dubai, Dominican Republic and Barbados
Europe may have set the trend for all-inclusive beach breaks, but new data from online travel agency Thomas Cook reveals that holidaymakers are increasingly looking further afield for the same level of convenience, with almost half (45%) of Thomas Cook customers opting for an all-inclusive package on their long-haul adventures.
In 2025, 95% of long-haul all-inclusive getaways are being booked in 4 star and above hotels; indicating travellers are combining luxury with convenience when heading abroad.
Trending All-In Long Haul Holidays
Thomas Cook’s top five best-selling long-haul destinations for all-inclusive holidays in 2025 are:
- 1. Mexico
- 2. Mauritius
- 3. Dubai
- 4. Dominican Republic
- 5. Barbados
“There’s no doubt that an all-inclusive holiday takes the stress out of planning where to eat and drink, which is why they remain such a popular choice for Brits heading overseas,” said Nicholas Smith, Holidays Digital Director at Thomas Cook. “Many travellers love knowing that everything is taken care of before they arrive, rather than worrying about finding restaurants, budgeting for meals, or dealing with unexpected costs. It’s fantastic to see demand for all-inclusives extending further across the globe, with a wide range of long-haul destinations designed for travellers who just want to unwind.”
Thomas Cook All-Inclusive Long Haul Deals 2025
A wide range of last-minute packages are available for customers looking to book their next all-inclusive long-haul getaway, including:
- ● Take seven nights with Thomas Cook at the 5 star BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive in Playa del Carmen on an All-Inclusive basis from £879 per person including flights from Manchester on 1 October 2025
- ● Take seven nights with Thomas Cook at the 4 star Radisson Blu Poste Lafayette Resort & Spa, Mauritius (Adults Only) in Poste Lafayette on an All-Inclusive basis from £1,360 per person including flights from London Heathrow on 3 December 2025
- ● Take seven nights with Thomas Cook at the 5 star Rixos The Palm Hotel & Suites in Dubai on an All-Inclusive basis from £2,615 per person including flights from London Heathrow on 8 October 2025
- ● Take seven nights with Thomas Cook at the 3 star whala! boca chica in Santo Domingo on an All-Inclusive basis from £1,022 per person including flights from Edinburgh on 13 November 2025
- ● Take seven nights with Thomas Cook at the 4 star The Sands Barbados All Inclusive in Sandy Beach on an All-Inclusive basis from £1,523 per person including flights from Manchester on 7 December 2025
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About Thomas Cook UK
In September 2020, Thomas Cook, one of the most recognisable names in travel, returned as an online-only travel business. It is now part of the Polish-based travel company eSky Group, which owns and operates brands like eSky and eDestinos in 50 markets across the globe.
With ATOL-protected holidays and city breaks, the new Thomas Cook allows customers to design their own trip according to their budget, needs, and specifications. Customers can fly from all major UK airports with direct flights from all major carriers, thousands of hotels to choose from, and add-ons including car hire, insurance, and attractions.