For first-time Caribbean all-inclusive travelers, Punta Cana is the easy answer. Cheaper than Cancun (more on Cancun Honeymoon vacation deals) (see our Cancun deals for Couples), safer than some Jamaican resorts, and infrastructure built entirely for AI resort travel.
What's Included in the Vacpack
A typical $499 Punta Cana vacpack:
- 4-5 nights at a Bahia Principe property
- All meals (buffet + a la carte rotations)
- Unlimited drinks (beer, wine, liquor, cocktails)
- Non-motorized water sports
- Pool access + beach access
- Nightly entertainment
- Airport transfers (often)
What Costs Extra
Spa treatments. Motorized water sports. Off-property excursions. A la carte restaurants (often limited to 1 per stay for free; additional bookings $25-$50).
Which Resort
Bahia Principe Grand Punta Cana is the main vacpack property. 4-star all-inclusive, kid-friendly, 3 pools, multiple restaurants, right on Bavaro Beach. Browse Punta Cana AI vacpacks.
The Beach
Bavaro Beach is one of the nicest in the Caribbean. Coral-free (so no reef snorkeling, but also no rocky bottoms). White sand. Turquoise water. Protected by a barrier reef so swell is gentle.
Excursions Worth Considering
- Saona Island day trip — $100-$130 per person, boat + beach + open bar
- Hoyo Azul cenote + zipline — $90-$120, adventure day
- Catamaran sunset cruise — $75-$95
- Snorkel + dolphin swim — $150-$180
Budget
| Line | Couple's Cost |
|---|---|
| Vacpack (5 nights AI) | $699 |
| Flights NYC or Miami | $520 |
| Excursion (Saona Island) | $220 |
| Spa + tips | $120 |
| Total | $1,559 |
A comparable non-vacpack Punta Cana AI honeymoon would run $3,500-$5,000.