I visited the Intercontinental Moorea Resort and Spa in Moorea and I can understand why it is so popular. The lobby is open and airy. The main part of the resort is older and the Garden / Lanai rooms are more like motel rooms. (more…)

After attending a GOGO presentation of the “Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa“, I decided to take my vacation with my spouse to this adults-only, all-inclusive property. (more…)

The Royal in Playa del Carmen is in my opinion the most well rounded, adults-only resort I have been to.  That is a pretty bold statement considering as I write this I have been to 20.  What makes it well rounded is its class and location. (more…)

I recently attended a conference at the Encore Hotel in Las Vegas and was totally impressed with the property. The standard suite, with remote controls for everything in the room, is over-sized (more…)

We recently did a site visit to Beaches Turks & Caicos. This is an all inclusive resort for families and what a wonderful place it was!

We arrived in Provo and were taken to the resort via mini-van. A Beaches representative was on hand to greet us at the airport. Beaches is approximately 10 - 15 minutes from the airport. Upon pulling into the resort, you will be delivered to the “village” that your room is located in to check in- (more…)

Just when you thought the Atlantis couldn’t get better…

I started traveling to the Atlantis Paradise Island from its grand opening many years ago when I was single and I was in awe back then. I continued to visit as each tower and new areas had come to fruition. My last visit was this May and (more…)

I recently had the opportunity to vacation at the beautiful Ritz Carlton located on Seven Mile Beach on Grand Cayman in the Cayman Islands. If you are looking for a full service hotel to stay in on Grand (more…)

I had the opportunity to stay at the Radisson Tahiti. The location is outside of town so it is good for those who want to have a bit of quiet while on the island. The resort overlooks Lafayette beach and (more…)

Eldorado Royale
I have recently returned from the El Dorado Resort located in the Riviera Maya, Mexico. It is an amazing resort, and one that everyone should enjoy!!!! It is a gourmet all inclusive resort, that is for (more…)

We stayed 2 nights at the Gran Bahia Principe, Tip: always book Club Golden Service at this hotel and clients will get private check-in check-out and other perks that come along. 3 A la carte and 1 buffet (more…)

I stayed at the Iberostar Rose Hall Suites this past April (2009) for a week. My family and another family (total of 4 adults, a 15 year old, 14 year old and a 12 year old) accompanied me as it was our (more…)

I recently stayed at the new Encore in Las Vegas, and I would say Mr. Wynn has him self another winner! I love how they connected the 2 hotels together with an inside walkway. The standard suite at (more…)

The Observatory Hotel is as classy as it gets, but not stiff or snobbish, this hotel on the” other side” of the Rocks historic district and Sydney Harbor, is in a neighborhood that has become gentrified with (more…)

If you are looking for white sand and sparkling waters that are perfect for relaxing, diving and snorkeling, and caters to families, then Turks and Caicos is for you. Beaches Resort in Turks and (more…)

My husband and I stayed at the wonderful Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas June 26th to July 1st 2009. We were very impressed with the open, expansive lobby and welcomed with a refreshing cold beverage (more…)

My two adult children and I visited Kauai in May, 2009. We stayed at the relatively new Outrigger Waipouli. It was a delightful air conditioned condo.(No all condos on Kauai have A/C). Our unit had 2 (more…)

I visited Sandals Grande Antigua in June with 3 of my outside agents and was overwhelmed by the beauty of the grounds, the villas, the Rondavals, the friendliness of the staff and sales people, even (more…)

As a Preferred Sandals Specialist, I am lucky enough to have visited all the Sandals Resorts. If you are looking for luxury, excellent food, superior service at a couples only resort, Whitehouse is the resort (more…)

As a vacation, cruise and honeymoon specialist, I am more critical of resorts than the average guest. I look at the resort in terms of how it would fit the needs of my clients so I tend to be very picky when I (more…)

I just returned from the ACE (Aruba Certified Experts) convention. There were about 100 travel agents that were invited. We stayed in different hotels and compared notes. There are High-rise and low-rise (more…)

Beaches Turks and Caicos deserves a 5 star easily. For family properties, not much else compares. The new Italian Village is a WOW from the minute you walk in. All the rooms are concierge level. The room (more…)

Recently I stayed at the El Dorado Royale after touring 10 resorts in the Riviera Maya area. It was perfect as I was ready to relax. Each day I would get into a king size beach bed, read, take naps, swim (more…)

The Loews Royal Pacific Hotel was a very beautiful hotel. My family particularly enjoyed the entrance and lobby which both had an elegant yet relaxing Hawaian theme to them, as did the entire hotel, (more…)

The Westin Maui sits at the edge of the shore in Kaanapali beach on Maui. With sparkling pools, beautiful ocean views and close proximity to the town of Lahaina, it has something for just about (more…)

Sandals Grande Ocho Rios-
This is a very nice resort with lots of entertainment an upbeat environment. I loved the golf carts they provide for transportation around the resort! The rooms are clean and I had a private pool in my room (more…)

The Fairmont Kea Lani ..A stay here feels like paradise. . .

The grounds are immaculate and landscaped beautifully - - tropical foliage everywhere.
There is even a torch lighting ceremony every evening at dusk. A local in typical Hawaiian dress, with (more…)

The Sukothai hotel is set among six acres in the center of Bankok’s prime business district, you are in an amazing oasis. Service is unlike anything you will see anywhere else in the world. Fabulous guest rooms furnished (more…)

I stayed at The Peninsula Bangkok. It is a grand elegant hotel. It is situated on the Chao Praya River. Rooms have beautiful city views overlooking the river. It is 39 stories tall, and beautifully decorated. (more…)

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek in Beaver Creek Colorado. I was there off season, (June)but it was a wonderful summer getaway. Beaver Creek is a beautiful village, and (more…)

I spent 2 wonderful days at Beaches Turks & Caicos, touring the resort, viewing all room categories and sampling the delicious food at a variety of restaurants. I can say with no doubt that this is the (more…)

I just came back from the Riviera Maya area of Mexico. Secrets Maroma has the best beach in the area. The water is so clear that you can view the fish while standing in the water
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I recently visited The Coral Reef Club and The Sandpiper in Barbados, two sister properties. The beach is beautiful, the rooms and suites have all been redone with beautiful, low key furnishings, fabulous (more…)

Best beach in Riviera Maya, the Barcelo Maya Palace delivers in every category; great rooms, best beach and terrific dining options! Barcelo Maya Palace is part of a large, mega resort that allows you to play (more…)

I recently had the chance to stay a week at El Cozumeleno Beach Resort in Cozumel. This is a moderate all inclusive resort located on a white sand beach. Just 5 minutes from downtown and the (more…)

Distance from airport was a quick 50 minute ride with a lot of scenery to view along the way. Upon arrival to Playacar you proceed past several homes, hotels, shops and a golf course before arriving to (more…)

We stayed at the Courtyard By Marriott Miami Downtown on a 2 night Pre Cruise stay. Being Miami you need to be careful of the accommodations you stay in. I require CLEAN and SAFE. This Hotel delivered (more…)

I recently visited Vallarta Palace. Despite our late arrival due to thunderstorms in Dallas, hotel staff was at the front entryway to greet us with cool towels and a drink. The lobby was quite impressive (more…)

Arriving at Marquis Los Cabos is to walk into the luxurious golden sun of Mexico. Everything takes on a golden quality of light and air. I was warmly greeted by a member of the guest relations department, (more…)

I stayed at Excellence Cancun in November of 2008. The service was excellent, the facility beautiful, the restaurants very good, the rooms clean, comfortable, and nicely furnished with lots of nice amenities like robes (more…)

I am a travel agency owner/manager who had the great pleasure of staying at the new all-inclusive, adults-only Valentin Imperial Maya from June 7-11, 2008. The resort is just 25 minutes from the (more…)

I have stayed here three times already and can’t say enough. Rooms, staff, food, pool and location are perfect. Golfers can just walk to the course that is basically on site and it is an excellent course. Very (more…)

When you enter the road to “Secrets Capri” you feel as if you are entering a special place. The atmosphere is that you are entering a Mexican Hacienda
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A recent visit to family-owned five star nature resort, Thala Beach Lodge, situated about 45 minutes north of the city of Cairns and just south of the village of Port Douglas, Australia, was a memorable (more…)

I stayed 2 nights at the Alamanda Resort on the French side of St. Maarten, May 31st & June 1st. Having a rental car, maps, and various comments from people about the difficulty in finding the r (more…)

I just returned from Beaches Turks and Caicos and I was delighted with my stay. The new Italian Village is gorgeous. The rooms are beautiful with patios or balconies. They have a small children’s (more…)

Our family recently went to the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa after my daughter’s graduation from (more…)

The property was voted the World’s Best Beach by the Travel Channel 4 years in a row, with pure white sand, stunning ocean views, elegant suites with 24 hour room service, daily refreshed mini bars and (more…)

I am a Barbados Specialist with over 20 years experience working in that destination and have been to 95 percent of the hotels. I would like to introduce you to the Bougainvillea Resort, which has the (more…)

Just returned from Paris where I stayed in your 3½-star rated Hotel Littre on the left bank. What a darling little hotel it was with its marble floored lobby and pink accents throughout, which echo its (more…)