This changed my mind on all-inclusive resorts | family vacation at the Hilton Tulum

Years ago someone told me this is how life transitions after children and I did not believe them. Now I get it - in a good way. Here's our recent trip to a resort in Tulum, what we did, what I thought, and some tips for adding this type of family-friendly vacation into your budget without breaking the bank.
CREDIT CARDS
Hilton Aspire got us the free nights, Hilton Diamond upgrades, resort credit, and bag fees (currently running a high signup bonus of 175K points): americanexpress.com/en-us/ref...
Amex Platinum is for the lounges: americanexpress.com/en-us/ref...
Chase Ink Unlimited (it says cash bonus, but it's really chase points) - www.referyourchasecard.com/21...
THINGS TO BRING
Carry-on Paravel bag: click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/...
Rent the runway (30% off with friend referral- i got 4 outfits and sunglasses for the trip): www.renttherunway.com/shares/...
Swim Diapers: amzn.to/3TNngU3
Swimsuit (mine) with pockets and long sleeves, sadly did not get footage but it was amazing: lablanca.pxf.io/xkKP5y
Swim/clothes (kids- Tea collection has a summer wear promo in March 2024): shrsl.com/4gsax and Boden: boden-us.extole.com/lydiapate...
Swim toys (we didn't bring but these ones are similar to what we played with, and worked well): amzn.to/3TOzETJ amzn.to/3xgOCZN amzn.to/49aSSr0
Swim floaties (both girls had these; straps present but honestly not crucial): amzn.to/3TxqYQs
Life vest for 8-30 pounds (purchased in our extra safe era ala first kid syndrome- bulky, but definitely safe): amzn.to/3VCeUQi
Sunglasses for toddlers: amzn.to/3vkWpW5 these have no screws and are super bendy and literally cannot break. We have bought them in both aviator and wayfarer styles in different colors and sizes throughout the years.
Sunscreen: Face amzn.to/49deV0m (LOVE this. I use this daily on a normal day). Body spray amzn.to/496VPcj (Kinda pricey, but my kids love it and if they're not fighting me I'll pay $). Body but not spray amzn.to/4a6TaR2 (Cosmetically elegant, MUCH prefer this when kids are willing because it's more certain coverage; I personally also use this).
MENTIONED VIDEOS:
Packing tips: • What is in our travel ...
Global entry: • Global entry with kids...
Flying tips: • EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO...
The entire travel playlist is here: • Travel
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GEAR
Camera: amzn.to/3usmUIv (and the iphone)
Lens: amzn.to/48Zlepa
Ring light: amzn.to/42LIpiV
Microphone: amzn.to/3w42NAX with a longer foam cover
Music: share.epidemicsound.com/1hnc21 (FREE 30 day trial)
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All ideas, opinions, bad jokes are my own. Not sponsored content. Links above contain affiliates - which means I get a small commission for telling you about the product/service and feels like a little tip jar for me. This is at no cost to you, and independent of the opinions I've already formed on these products/services prior to making the video. :-)
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[@ntoxicatedtigah]

Beautiful family. Thanks so much for sharing your adventure to Tulum.

[@lydiapatelll]

Thanks for watching

[@BrandonDoyleMN]

Interesting, we’ve done a couple all inclusive resorts in Mexico but then we found Sandals and it has been night & day difference. (Beaches for those with kids) using points/rewards to pay for it makes it so much more enjoyable

[@susuzhang35]

Great video explaining your experience! You've inspired me to take beach vacation with my family! Definitely need to brush up on how to use points to pay for trips!

[@lydiapatelll]

Love it!

[@abbylee789]

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