Resorts may feature pools, lounges, nightly entertainment, casinos, theatre, art exhibits or even outdoor attractions such as golf or boating. Be sure to find out what amenities and features the resort offers and if they are included in the cost of the vacation or if they are billed separately.

Many resorts offer day spas and health spas right within the resort facility. This can be a wonderful way to combine a spa holiday with a family holiday, especially if the resort provides day camp type activities for the kids.

A lot of resorts are build around theme parks and attractions such as Disney World, Sea World or even the larger Six Flags Amusement Parks. Often these resorts provide great cost savings packages to the various parks and attractions, be sure to ask what you may qualify for.