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7-night cost comparison · By Classic Travel Connection
Caribbean adults-only all-inclusive 7-night cost comparison: comparing Secrets Resorts & Spas (Hyatt Inclusive Collection)
Comparison summary: Secrets Resorts publish similar base nightly rates, then charge extra for scuba diving ($140+/day), championship golf green fees ($180/round), airport transfers ($120 to $220 roundtrip), and staff tipping ($250 to $350/week), and invite guests to Vacation Club presentations at check-in.
Estimated 7-night included-extras difference: +$1,420 USD
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Line-by-line 7-night inclusion & gratuity comparison
Estimated out-of-pocket difference: $1,420 per stay| Cost category | Secrets Resorts & Spas (Hyatt Inclusive Collection) | Sandals Grande St. Lucian & Sandals Royal Curacao | 7-night net dollar impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| PADI certified scuba diving (2 tanks daily) | Extra fee ($130 to $165 per dive trip) | Included (up to 2 tanks/day + gear) | +$700 value per couple over 7 nights |
| Championship golf green fees | Extra fee or cart surcharge | Included in St. Lucia & Jamaica | +$360 value for 2 rounds |
| Roundtrip airport transfers | Extra fee ($120 to $220 via Amstar) | Included (private BMW for select Butler suites) | +$160 value included |
| Resort tipping policy | Tipping expected across bars and restaurants | No-tipping policy (except optional Butler or spa) | +$200 out-of-pocket cash saved |
| Timeshare or vacation club sales pitch | Vacation club breakfast pitch offered at check-in | No timeshares or sales presentations | Saves 3 hours of vacation time |
Compare promotional & Free Anniversary Night rates at Sandals Grande St. Lucian & Sandals Royal Curacao
Includes roundtrip airport transfers, gratuities, PADI scuba diving, and our pre-arrival butler & packing checklist.