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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Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Four-day all-inclusive retreats are offered five times a year, and the 2025 calendar was just released, with three variations or themes to choose from.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 14 Dec. 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 22-acre all-inclusive resort also offers seven restaurants, five pools, and a full schedule of daily activities and entertainment.
—Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Four-day all-inclusive retreats are offered five times a year, and the 2025 calendar was just released, with three variations or themes to choose from.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 14 Dec. 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 30 Dec. 2024.
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