Oh the Choices. Need some help chosing the ideal place to stay.

[oiboy]

If you say you like the local food and want to wander off site, why are you focused on AIs? Is it the "luxury" "security" or something else?
Most here are non-AI types and can offer a wealth of knowledge on great places to stay and eat other than all inclusive.

I would actually prefer a non AI . I just found that when I add together non charter airfare and hotel I'm over the AI price. Westjet flies from canada to mbj ut the airfare is running almost 1400 on the dates I want. While a full chartered AI would be closer to 1800 all in.

[oiboy]

I just figured out I can get an all in Airfare for under 600 so I'm in for non-AI. Any suggestions? I want to be in the thick of things prefer beachfront for rooms. Need a super clean place with AC.

[Mtig]

I would have to say the middle of the 7 mile is best. Coco la palm, charela are great spots. Perfect beach area.