As the holidays roll around, itβs easy to want to celebrate in warmer weatherβ or just escape the craziness that accompanies this time of year. However, after buying all those gifts and going to all the parties, that dream vacay seems to slip further and further out of your price range. Weβve rounded up some budget-friendly resorts to visit this winter that wonβt break the bank, but will still leave you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and pampered.
Riu Republica
Calling all adultsβ this spot is perfect for you. Riu Republica offers the beauty of Punta Cana in an exciting adults-only setting. The thought of no crying babies or crazy kids in the pool is enough to have us booking our stay here ASAP, especially in the midst of the holidays. Between the nine restaurants, featuring food from all around the world, to the exciting nightlife at the resortβs seven bars, youβll take full advantage of the unlimited food and drinks while having the time of your life.



We canβt decide what looks better: the beach or the pool! (Photo by: @paulroo21)
Reflect Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Cabo is known for fun, and thereβs nothing better than living it up on the beach without worrying about how much it costs to get there. Reflect Los Cabos has the ideal Cabo location, right on the deep blue beachfront, just minutes away from the excitement of downtown. Even better, this resort isnβt just all fun for adultsβit has loads of activities for kids, too. Let the little ones have the time of their lives, hunting treasure and making crafts at the Explorerβs Club, while the teens can have some freedom at the Core Zone Teenβs Club. Each person will walk away with the best memories and tan lines.



Found the perfect spot to spend the day. (Photo by: @korifabulous)
Platinum Yucatan Princess
From the chic dΓ©cor to the dreamy beachfront, Platinum Yucatan Princess offers a luxurious escape from the winter cold. Youβll feel like royalty walking into this stunning adults-only resort with a drink being placed in your hand almost immediately. Not only will you have loads of restaurants, bars and entertainment to choose from, youβll also have access to these same things at its nearby sister resorts. Three for the price of one? Sign us up! This resort is perfect for those wanting a wellness retreat, from the world-class spa with massages, facials and body treatments to the fully-equipped gym, tennis courts and even a baseball fieldβ talk about ultimate stress relief.



Letβs stay all day. (Photo by: @mel_bern)
Dreams Dominicus La Romana
Italy or La Romana? You decide. This Mediterranean-style resort will have you feeling like you hopped across the pond to Europe, but without the price tag. From the glass of champagne upon arrival to the fresh fruit served every afternoon, youβll truly be in paradise. But Dreams Dominicus La Romana isnβt just for those looking to relaxβ thereβs excitement around every corner! With beach aerobics, ping pong, a giant chess board, dance lessons and movies on the beach, everyone will be having a ball trying to fit all the activities into one vacayβ did we mention all these activities are included? The whole fam will have memories to last a lifetime this holiday season by trading in snow for the Dominican white sand beaches.



Okay, this is a poolside paradise. (Photo by: @quisdotcom)
The Pyramid at Grand Cancun
If you love a trip to Vegas but want a few moments of relaxation, this resort is perfect for you. Celebrate the holidays by relaxing at Cancunβs largest beachfront pool; or spend your evenings enjoying acrobatic dinner shows; you can even spend a whole day at the casinoβ the choice is yours at The Pyramid at Grand Cancun. Donβt worry though, you can bring the kids along for beachy fun or send them to the Explorerβs Club while you sip on a drink by the beach.



The best spot to spend the day. (Photo by: @iryna_xo)
Grand Bahia Principe Jamaica
As you step onto this Victorian-style property, youβll be right in the heart of Jamaican paradise. Grand Bahia Principe Jamaica is a little further away from the airport, but this only makes the experience that much more of a getaway. From the dreamy cabanas at the humungous poolside to the splash zone at the kidsβ pool to the amazing snorkeling off the beach, your family wonβt want to leave this tropical oasis. Donβt forget to grab a bite of jerk chicken at the snack bar before you leave!



Whoβs ready to hit up the swim-up bar?
As the cold of winter is upon us, donβt let money be whatβs holding you back from treating yourself to a much-needed beach vacay. With all-inclusive deals to each of these resorts, it looks like the beach is calling your name this winter.