My first transition from AI to Non-AI Jan 2013 the hotel prices was cheaper but of course it doesn't include your food etc and that did make me really nervous as how much money I needed being a AI queen and never worried about money at an AI...So my first couple days at the Non-AI was hard for me coming out the pockets for everyting food/drinks etc. so I think I spent ALOT of money only because it was my first time and I didnt really know the ropes...My second stay at a Non-AI was much better as I bought groceries for the room alcohol at duty free for the room and in doing that all I needed was monies for food and excursions (if any) which paned out very well...I usually budget $100 a day although I haven't spent that much in a day, so now that I purchase all my goodies my budget is now $50 a day (give or take) and it has worked so far...I also depends what your plans are while you are there.

And on top of all that one thing money cant buy that I experience at the Non-AI is the real Jamaica vibe the gorgeous beach the authentic food beach entertainment hanging with the locals as I didn't get this staying at the AI I felt like I was just on a resort somewhere...LOL