By: ALYSSA RAMOS

Believe it or not, there IS a difference between traveling and vacationing. Although there’s a good chance you’ll find me sipping wine after zip-lining through a jungle in Thailand, or having multiple Cuba Libres along the Malecon in Havana, I also like to take certain vacations to relax and do nothing…besides having a few cocktails by the beach or the pool.

If that’s the type of vacation you’re into, I’ve discovered quite a few places that are perfect for boozing and even pretty affordable! Your best bet is to look at vacation package deals on sites like Groupon Getaways or Amazon Escapes, but here are the places that are tropical, cheap, and even all-inclusive!

1. Dominican Republic

Fun fact: Dominican Republic was the first place I ever got drunk at because my family stayed at an all-Inclusive resort and I sneakily hid my band so I could order a Miami Vice. Another fun fact is that you can stay at these types of resorts for around $699 including airfare, and sip all the Miami Vice’s you want on a sunny, white-sandy beach, or glorious sparkling pool.

 2. Jamaica

Jamaica might make you crazy when you see how cheap it is to go there and stay at an all-inclusive resort. It’s similar to Dominican Republic with its beautiful beaches and resort pools, and another ideal vacation to booze on if you’re looking to just relax and catch some rays.

3. Bahamas Cruise

We used to take Bahamas cruises all the time in college because they’re so freaking cheap and fun! You can catch a 2 or 3 night cruise out of Fort Lauderdale or Miami for as low as $199 and it’ll take you to Atlantis for the day, and the cruise’s “private island.” Buying a day pass for Atlantis is definitely worth it, the only downside is that booze get pretty expensive there and on the boat.

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