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Club Med: Our selection of the best Club Meds around the world

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Club Med: Our selection of the best Club Meds around the world
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Many hotels and resorts today offer all-inclusive packages, but if there is a leader in all-inclusive vacations, it is Club Med!

This chain developed the all-inclusive concept and popularized it, where the price of a stay includes accommodation, meals, drinks, activities and entertainment, all in paradise destinations.

With its first holiday resort in Alcudia, Spain in 1950, the innovative concept of Club Med quickly gained popularity, and the company continued to expand by opening new holiday resorts around the world.

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With their must-have GOs (gentils organisateurs) and unbeatable entertainment, Club Med resorts offer memorable vacation experiences for the whole family. Some are adults-only, however, like Club Med Turkoise.

Around the world, each Club Med distinguishes itself by its unique atmosphere, exceptional service and quality facilities.

In addition to the rich program of activities offered on-site, Club Med organizes excursions and guided tours to help you discover the wonders of each destination.

These resorts also offer different room types suited to families’ needs. Among them, family rooms generally provide a separate space for parents and children; family suites may include a separate bedroom for parents and a lounge; while connecting rooms are linked by an interior door.

Here is our selection of the best Club Meds that guarantee an exceptional stay.

Staying at Club Med with points

Club Med has its own loyalty program, the Gentil Membres program, where you can earn points on your stays and by referring loved ones who also want to book with Club Med.

If you’re not a regular customer of the brand, it’s absolutely possible to significantly reduce the cost of an all-inclusive trip, or a tour, thanks to rewards points.

This companion article on all-inclusive travel savings shows you how to do this when it comes to all-inclusives.

This involves putting the transaction for your Club Med booking on a credit card whose points you can redeem to cover the amount spent (or part of it).

Here are a few examples of rewards programs to use:

  • American Express Membership Rewards points: By applying your points to the amount spent yourself (every 10,000 points gives you $100 in credit)
  • Scene+: Reimbursing the expense yourself with your points (each 10,000 Scene+ points gives $100 in credit)
  • Aventura: Reimbursing the expense yourself while it’s still in the « Pending on credit card account » stage.
  • NBC Rewards: Reimbursing the expense yourself with your points (each 12,000 NBC points gives $100 in credit)

Bookings on Club Med’s Canadian website will be billed in Canadian dollars regardless of destination, so you won’t have any conversion fees to pay.

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Club Med Quebec Charlevoix, Canada

The only Club Med destination in Canada, Club Med Quebec Charlevoix is located in Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, about an hour from Quebec City. No need to fly to enjoy the all-inclusive formula: it’s the most accessible option for travellers from the East of the country, open year-round.

For Summer 2026, the resort is rolling out its Summer Reimagined lineup, built around four pillars: adventure and discovery, creativity and imagination, wellness and recharging, connection and fun. Club Med Quebec Charlevoix has also partnered with Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada to offer guided trail running outings on Harricana-certified trails.

The offering also includes art workshops, an immersive 360° dome cinema experience, mountain biking on the Massif de Charlevoix trails, a Sothys spa, an indoor pool, and a panoramic sauna. Families can enjoy the Kids Clubs while parents take part in outdoor or wellness activities. Rates vary by season and current promotions. Check the official Club Med website for up-to-date pricing.

Club Med Cancún Yucatán, Mexico

Located at the tip of Cancun, Club Med Cancún Yucatán is a true tropical paradise. With its white-sand beaches and turquoise waters, this all-inclusive resort has 376 rooms and suites, all equipped with a balcony or private terrace.

You can enjoy several water sports on site. For those who love to relax, the spa offers quality treatments and massages. Families will also appreciate the many activities for children, with clubs dedicated to different age groups. Delicious food, lively evenings, and a warm atmosphere—Club Med Cancún Yucatán is a top choice for a sunny family vacation.

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Club Med Ixtapa Pacific

Also in Mexico, but on the Pacific coast, Club Med Ixtapa Pacific offers the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and cultural discovery. The property has 298 comfortable rooms and suites. Facilities include two outdoor pools, a world-class spa, a fully equipped fitness centre, and tennis courts.

With its rich activity program for the whole family, restaurants serving international and local cuisine, lively bars, and evening shows, Club Med in Ixtapa has everything you need for an exceptional vacation.

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Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Set on a stunning beach with turquoise waters in the Dominican Republic, Club Med Punta Cana is a paradise for families and sports lovers. It offers a wide range of activities, entertainment, and service like nowhere else.

Kids will love the Circus School, while couples will opt for the new adults-only Oasis Zen area for some time to themselves—and why not, a treatment at the Club Med Spa by L’OCCITANE. For VIP-level pampering, head to Tiara, the luxurious Exclusive Collection space.

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Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda

Still in the Dominican Republic, Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda is located in a stunning, preserved tropical area. Nestled between an immaculate white-sand beach and lush jungle, the resort features four distinct villages: Explorer Cove, Emerald Jungle, Archipelago, and Caribbean Paradise. On the agenda at this zen-inspired resort opened in 2019: relaxation, wilderness exploration, water sports, spa, and a host of activities for the whole family.

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Club Med Colombus Isle, Bahamas

The Club Med Colombus Isle is located in San Salvador, a pristine island long considered one of the best-kept secrets of the Bahamas’ Out Islands. It’s one of the top diving destinations in the Bahamas, with more than 35 dive sites.

This resort was relaunched in 2022, headlined by newly refreshed two-storey bungalows within the 240-room property. Among the new features, the La Pinta restaurant offers plant-based menu options designed by renowned vegan chef Chloe Coscarelli. The property also introduced Club Med’s Wellness Fusion program, offering, among other things, yoga, moonlight massages, and holistic treatments at the Club Med Spa by Sothys.

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Club Med Val Thorens Sensations, France

Club Med isn’t only known for its sunny holiday resorts—it’s also renowned for its mountain resorts. For winter sports enthusiasts, Club Med Val Thorens Sensations is a top choice.

Located in the heart of the French Alps, this mountain resort offers direct access to the most sought-after ski slopes. You can enjoy full days on the snowy runs, then unwind in the luxurious spa to recharge. Club Med Val Thorens Sensations also offers après-ski activities, lively evenings, and delicious cuisine in one of its two chic restaurants.

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Club Med Gregolimano, Greece

Located on the beautiful eastern coast of Greece, Club Med Gregolimano offers a unique experience between the sea and the mountains. The surrounding mountainous landscapes invite hiking and exploration.

On the agenda: water sports, tennis lessons, fitness, yoga, pool, and spa. The on-site restaurants offer refined Mediterranean cuisine, with local and international flavours. With its friendly atmosphere, evening entertainment, and ideal location, Club Med Gregolimano is a perfect choice for a vacation in Greece, combining relaxation, exploration, and fun.

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Club Med Les Villas d’Albion, Mauritius

In Mauritius, Club Med Les Villas d’Albion welcomes you in an idyllic setting between turquoise lagoons and lush vegetation. You can enjoy white-sand beaches, go diving, or relax by one of the infinity pools. Club Med Les Villas d’Albion also offers a variety of sports activities, such as tennis, yoga, and golf.

The property features a spa, a kids club, two open-air restaurants, three bars, and two pools, including one reserved for adults. With its peaceful atmosphere, lush gardens, and attentive service, Club Med Les Villas d’Albion is a true haven of peace.

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Club Med Kani, Maldives

Located on a private island in the heart of the Maldives, Club Med Kani offers a luxurious getaway in a postcard-perfect setting. Here, you can live out your overwater bungalow dream!

With its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and spectacular coral reefs, this property is a true paradise for scuba diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. Club Med Kani offers three restaurants, lively bars, a spa, and evening shows for a complete experience.

For even more luxury in the Maldives, there’s also Club Med Les Villas de Finolhu. Its spacious overwater villas offer breathtaking ocean views, while the gourmet restaurants serve refined international cuisine.

Club Med Bali, Indonesia

Club Med Bali is located in Nusa Dua, on the southern coast of the Indonesian island of Bali. Nusa Dua is known for its white-sand beaches and clear waters. The setting at Club Med Bali is therefore idyllic, with its lush tropical gardens and warm welcome. You’ll find two restaurants, two bars, two outdoor pools, and a spa. The resort also has beach access, as well as a kids club, a gym, and many sports facilities

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Conclusion

Whether you choose the coconut beaches of Punta Cana, the ski slopes of Val Thorens or the exotic landscapes of Bali, each Club Med offers a wide range of activities and services to suit all tastes and ages.

Club Med villages promise comfortable, lively vacations in exceptional settings. So pack your bags, sign up for Great Members and let yourself be seduced by the unique Club Med experience.

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  • 5X points on eligible eats and drinks in Canada: groceries, restaurants and bars, home food delivery and convenience stores. A spend cap applies.
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  • Restaurants and bars: sit-down meals, takeout and drinks.
  • Home food delivery.
  • Convenience stores: Couche-Tard, 7-Eleven.

The 2X rate covers gas stations such as Esso, Shell and Petro-Canada, along with public transit and ride sharing.

With the American Express Cobalt® Card, you earn between 1 and 5 points per dollar:

Category Points per dollar
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Home food delivery 5
Restaurants and bars 5
Convenience stores 5
Streaming services 3
Service station 2
Transport 2
Travel 1
Other 1

That works out to a 1 to 5% return on those purchases. For example, if you spend $1,000 per month across groceries, restaurants and food delivery, you earn $50 back per month, or $600 per year from that category alone. Transfer the points to a program such as Aeroplan instead and the return can be higher.

You can also stack these categories with the hundreds of stores that offer 5x points.

American Express Cobalt® Card insurance coverage

The card comes with a broad insurance package. The amounts below are the coverage limits; conditions, age limits and exclusions are set out in the certificate of insurance linked in the Insurance section above.

Travel insurance

  • Emergency medical: up to $5,000,000 for the first 15 days of a trip.
  • Travel accident: accidental death and dismemberment of up to $250,000 for you, your spouse and dependent children under age 23 when travelling on a common carrier (plane, train, bus or ship) and the tickets are charged to your card. Supplementary cardholders and their families are covered too.
  • Flight delay: up to $500 for necessary hotel, meal and sundry expenses bought within 48 hours when you are delayed or denied boarding for four hours or more and no other transportation is available. This $500 is an aggregate limit per occurrence, shared with missed connection and delayed baggage coverage.
  • Delayed baggage: up to $500 for essential clothing and sundries bought within four days when your outbound luggage is delayed six hours or more. This $500 is an aggregate limit per occurrence, shared with missed connection and flight delay coverage.
  • Lost or stolen baggage: up to $500 per occurrence for all insured persons combined, for checked or carry-on baggage and personal effects in transit, when the airline tickets are charged to your card. Within that limit, jewellery is capped at $300 per occurrence and golf clubs, including golf bags, at $250 per occurrence.
  • Hotel and motel burglary: up to $500 against the loss of most personal items if your hotel or motel is burglarized, when the stay is charged to your card.

Rental car insurance

Theft and damage coverage is included for a rental car with an MSRP, for its model year, of up to $85,000 excluding all taxes, for rentals of up to 48 days. To use it, decline the Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) or any similar option from the rental company and charge the full rental to your card. There is no cost for this coverage, and it replaces the daily insurance the rental company charges, usually $16 to $23 per day.

Mobile device insurance

Your device is covered for up to $1,000 per occurrence when it is charged to the card, for up to two years from the date of purchase. The payout is based on the depreciated value of the device, which falls by 2% of the purchase price for every completed month, less a 10% deductible. Theft and accidental damage coverage starts on the 91st day after purchase, because the first 90 days are covered by purchase protection.

Purchase protection and extended warranty

Eligible items charged to your card are insured against accidental physical damage or theft for 90 days from the purchase date, up to $1,000 per occurrence for all items combined. The card also extends the original manufacturer’s warranty by up to one additional year on eligible items, with indemnification limited to $10,000 per insured item and $25,000 per Cardmember per policy year for all items combined.

American Express Cobalt® Card fees

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  • Purchase interest rate: 21.99%.
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Travel insurance

Travel medical (under 55)Up to $5,000,000 / 15 days
Travel medical (55-64)Up to $5,000,000 / 15 days
Delayed BaggageUp to $500
Lost BaggageUp to $500
Flight DelayUp to $500
Hotel BurglaryUp to $500
Travel AccidentUp to $250,000

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Purchase ProtectionUp to $1,000 / 90 days
Extended Warranty+1 years
Mobile DeviceUp to $1,000 / 2 years
Auto Rental Collision (primary)Up to $85,000 / 48 days

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Earning rate

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Travel insurance

Travel medical (under 55)Up to $1,000,000 / 25 days
Travel medical (55-64)Up to $1,000,000 / 25 days
Travel medical (65+)Up to $1,000,000 / 3 days
Trip CancellationUp to $1,500
Trip InterruptionUp to $2,500
Delayed BaggageUp to $1,000
Lost BaggageUp to $1,000
Flight DelayUp to $500
Hotel BurglaryUp to $1,000
Travel AccidentUp to $500,000

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Auto Rental CollisionUp to $65,000 / 48 days

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