I arrived at the Barcelo Bavara Palace this afternoon after a long night of flying.

It’s all good – I enjoyed the trip – but imagine the smile on my face when I opened my hotel door and saw there was a Jacuzzi out on the balcony, overlooking the palm trees.

It’s my favorite part of traveling – opening that hotel door for the first time – you never know what the hell is on the other side.

I’m on three hours sleep, so I think I’m going to get the blood flowing, go check out the hotel and grab a swim in the Caribbean before dinner.

Tonight, we’re eating at La Fuente (Spanish tapas), which is right on-site at Barcelo.

Another thing that brings a smile to my face: All-inclusive resorts.

Sometimes the food suffers at these types of resorts and sometimes it shines – and I will certainly let you know – yet I think we can all agree that it completely rocks when you don’t have to take your wallet out for every drink purchase.