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Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana

Thursday, May 17th, 2012

My family (with 7yr. old) & I stayed at Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana in the preferred section of the resort, specifically room 4106 (ground floor). Overall, I thought this resort was extremely nice and super clean. Therefore, allow me to tell you about our experience: (more…)

Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort

Friday, May 4th, 2012

My husband & I stayed at the Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort in the beachside section, closest to the ocean in the Ocean’s Edge Honeymoon Penthouse Beachfront room on the 5th floor. Overall, I thought this was resort was extremely nice, big and super clean. Therefore, allow me to tell you about our experience: (more…)

Beaches Negril Resort & Spa

Friday, April 20th, 2012

Beaches Negril Resort & Spa is the larger of the two Beaches resorts in Negril (the other being Beaches Sandy Bay), with 210 rooms located on 20 acres, just down the beach from Beaches Sandy Bay and Sandals Negril. You can experience Butler Suites and (more…)

Sunset Beach Resort & Spa

Thursday, April 19th, 2012

This resort is a value resort, with some all-inclusive features. (more…)

Four Season Resort Nevis

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012

I just returned from four fabulous days in Nevis at the Four Seasons Resort. From the minute you clear customs, the Four Seasons exquisite service had begun. Their staff took care of our luggage and transported us to (more…)

Sandals Grande St Lucian Spa & Beach Resort

Monday, February 27th, 2012

Set on a peninsula, Sandals Grand St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort has a British - Caribbean influence. The main pool is a party while the heart shaped pool offers a quiet oasis. All-inclusive luxury awaits you at Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort! (more…)

The BodyHoliday LeSport

Thursday, February 23rd, 2012

“Give us your body for a week and we’ll give you back your mind”, is the motto of The BodyHoliday LeSport in St. Lucia. Daily spa treatments, exercise classes and (more…)

Rendezvous

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

Rendezvous is an adult’s only, all-inclusive resort in St. Lucia. Rendezvous has motorized and non-motorized sports, on-site dive shop, 3 pools, an amazing beach, (more…)

Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012

The Hyatt Regency Aruba has the WOW factor in spades! Exquisite touches surround this luxury resort. Looking to pamper yourself and that special someone? Look no further! (more…)

Breezes Runaway Bay

Friday, February 17th, 2012

Breezes Runaway Bay is located an hour from the Montego Bay airport and is the perfect 3 star getaway to Jamaica for families with children over 14 or couples. Breezes Runaway Bay is all-inclusive, with inclusions such as a spa, on site dive shop, and circus trapeze! The food is good, has a great beach and free scuba diving daily. (more…)

Aruba Bucuti Beach Resort

Thursday, February 16th, 2012

This award winning boutique oceanfront resort situated on quiet Eagle Beach is the perfect honeymoon getaway! From the Tara Suites, you have views of the white sand beaches and turquoise water. (more…)

Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

The Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa is surrounded by 15 acres of gardens, lagoons, and waterfalls, making this lush oasis an unforgettable getaway on active Palm Beach in Aruba! Radisson Aruba has two zero-entry free form (more…)

Saint Lucia

Thursday, December 22nd, 2011

The Landings Resort - St. Lucia - I recently returned from staying at this beautiful resort which offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom villas that have full kitchen, living room, and a balcony or walkout porch area. This resort has two great restaurants (more…)

The Landings

Monday, December 12th, 2011

The Landings is a 4-star villa resort located in the Rodney Bay area of St Lucia. While on a travel agent familiarization trip with the St Lucia Tourist Board, this Rock Resort was our home away from home for 3 nights. Set on the beach and on a marina, each of these 2-3 bedroom villas have a harbor or ocean view. My Vacation Lady’s 3 bedroom villa was in building 4 and had a harbor view from the huge furnished balcony, complete with Jacuzzi. (more…)

Grotto Bay Resort

Friday, November 18th, 2011

Colesville Travel invites you to visit Grotto Bay Resort and Spa in Bermuda. This resort (named after its subterranean caves) is lushly planted with tropical fruit trees. The beach is narrow, however, the nearby coastline is enchanting, with many natural caves and intimate coves. From the seaside, the airy public areas look very modern with big windows, thick white walls, and three peaked roofs with curved eaves.

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Divi Aruba Phoenix

Monday, October 17th, 2011

I traveled with my husband and my 6 yr. old son and stayed at the Divi Aruba Phoenix. This was their first time there, but my second. I wanted a big room with a separate bedroom and I knew the Divi Aruba Phoenix could accommodate this. We were in the 1 bedroom oceanview room on the 6th floor in the new building (room 864), the 7th & 8th floors are for the duplexes (2-3 bedroom units). (more…)

Jade Mountain

Friday, October 7th, 2011

Berman Travel gives Jade Mountain Resort in St. Lucia WOW Factor 10. Each Infinity Pool Suite (romantic sanctuary) at Jade Mountain is a carefully designed, including individual work of art and architecture. (more…)

Sandals Whitehouse Europen Village & Spa

Thursday, October 6th, 2011

One of Berman Travel’s faves is Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa, you know, the adults only, all-inclusive resorts that are so popular out there these days. It has an interesting Mediterranean feel and facade. (more…)

Couples Tower Isle

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

Berman Travel loves Couples Tower Isle, Jamaica. This adults only/ couples only, all-inclusive resort rocks it! Perfect for your amazing honeymoon, anniversary getaway, fantastic vacation, destination wedding & more. (more…)

Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort

Friday, September 30th, 2011

I stayed at the Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort, Nassau in October 2010. From the moment I stepped out of the customs area at the airport we were greeted by name and escorted to our car for the drive to Sandals. (more…)

Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort

Tuesday, September 27th, 2011

Berman Travel just visited Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort in Nassau. This resort has a Caribbean-Bahamian charm with an inviting pool area, gorgeous beach and private island. (more…)

Hermitage Bay

Friday, September 23rd, 2011

Berman Travel has stayed at Hermitage Bay Resort Antigua; this is one of the most unique resorts in the Caribbean if not the world. With white sand, beautiful beaches and a luxury/rustic boutique resort atmosphere, it is a once in a lifetime experience. (more…)

Comfort Suites Paradise Island

Thursday, September 22nd, 2011

We, at Berman Travel, just returned from Paradise Island and Nassau. We had a site inspection of the Comfort Suites Paradise Island and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. No it is NOT a 5 star luxury resort, but it is clean, relaxing and a comfy resort and the staff were wonderful! (more…)

Ladera Resort

Wednesday, September 21st, 2011

Berman Travel recently visited Ladera Resort in St. Lucia and this resort is off the charts. It is a very unique resort with “the 3 wall” or “open wall” concept and an incredible view that you can almost, okay you can touch. The Pitons and the ocean are your private view. With your very own plunge pool to enjoy in your room as well. (more…)

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Tuesday, September 20th, 2011

I visited the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic in September of 2011. The resort was amazing and met our standards as a true luxury all-inclusive resort. (more…)

Atlantis

Wednesday, September 14th, 2011

Well we, Berman Travel, just returned from Atlantis on Paradise Island and what an amazing resort. With 5 towers (resorts/hotels) within a larger resort, where do I begin? (more…)

Iberostar Grand Hotel Rose Hall

Tuesday, September 13th, 2011

We (Berman Travel staff) returned recently from the Iberostar Grand Hotel Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica. Amazing! An adult-only, 5 star, luxury, all-inclusive resort. All rooms provide butler service, 24-hour room service, a flat screen TV and a fantastic Jacuzzi tub. (more…)

Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort

Friday, September 2nd, 2011

This August, my family (husband & two teens, 15 & 17) spent a week at the Hyatt Regency Aruba. What a wonderful resort! It is located in the center of Palm Beach and just a few steps from many restaurants and shops. (more…)

Couples Negril

Thursday, August 18th, 2011

My new husband and I have traveled all over the world, but Couples Negril was our first all-inclusive. Having included activities, calm clear water, top shelf drinks, adults only and quality a la carte (vs all buffet) were some of our key components when choosing a resort. Couples Negril in Jamaica was a perfect choice for us. We loved that we did not have to worry about anything, but enjoying ourselves. (more…)

Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa

Tuesday, August 16th, 2011

Our trip to Beaches Turks & Caicos was wonderful!! We loved everything about it! We would recommend Beaches Turks & Caicos to anyone and plan on going back next year or the following.

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Secrets Wild Orchid

Friday, August 12th, 2011

Jamaica was AMAZING! Secrets Wild Orchid is a great hotel. The hotel staff was great, the good was good, and it had a great nightlife. The weather was great while we were there as well. (more…)

Secrets St. James Montego Bay

Wednesday, August 10th, 2011

The trip itself, after having arrived in Jamaica, was wonderful. We sampled pretty much everything that was offered at Secrets St. James. We even had a great time when it was raining. (more…)

CuisinArt Resort & Spa

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

June was picture perfect on the island of Anguilla under seamless blue skies and a beautiful backdrop. CuisinArt Resort & Spa is located on Rendezvous Bay overlooking the island of St. Martin. This 5-star low-key, luxury resort has whitewashed villas and lush tropical gardens surrounded by Mykonos inspired architecture. (more…)

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Wednesday, July 27th, 2011

Everything about our trip was wonderful. We stayed at the Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino, a beautiful hotel that overlooks the bay and is just a short stroll away from the cutest downtown shopping area. My favorite thing about our hotel were the private beaches (more…)

Verdanza Hotel San Juan

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011

I recently stayed at the Verdanza Hotel San Juan in Puerto Rico. Thinking that because of the great price, the hotel might not be as nice as advertised, I was pleasantly surprised when we walked into the hotel. We needed a hotel near the airport for a short overnight, so we decided to take a chance.

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Ocean Blue & Sand

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011

Ocean Blue & Sand in Punta Cana is an excellent value for your money, I give it a 3 1/2 to 4 stars! When you arrive at the resort, the bell hop will take your luggage and give you a claim check. Then you proceed to the right for check-in, everyone that is in your room has to be there when you check-in to receive their wristbands. (more…)

Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana

Thursday, June 9th, 2011

I organized a wedding group to the Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana. I travelled with a group of 76 passengers and from the arrival until the departure, everything worked perfectly. The wedding coordinator (more…)

Melia Caribe Tropical

Monday, June 6th, 2011

Can we say spontaneous and inclusive fun, fun, fun??? The Melia Caribe Tropical in the Dominican Republic offers just that! My girlfriends and I had a blast there; that is when I realized that I wanted to be a Travel Agent! (more…)

Sandals & Beaches

Monday, June 6th, 2011

I recently stayed at the most beautiful Luxury Included® Sandals and Beaches Resort both in the Bahamas and in Turks & Caicos. It was an opportunity of a lifetime as each had its own qualities and perks. (more…)

Couples Sans Souci

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

My husband and I just got back from Couples San Souci in Jamaica. We were there from May 7-13. This was our 3rd time at Couples San Souci and it won’t be our last. The resort only has 150 suites, which makes it more intimate, surrounded by (more…)

The BodyHoliday at LeSPORT

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

Upon arrival at the BodyHoliday at LeSPORT, we were given cool washcloths and a citrus drink at the welcome gazebo. Then we started the check-in process in the lobby. (more…)

Breezes Resort Bahamas

Wednesday, April 27th, 2011

Breezes Resort Bahamas is a clean, beautiful hotel located right on Cable beach. I personally have been there twice within the last year for vacation, and it never disappoints me (more…)

Sandals Royal Plantation

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

Sandals Royal Plantation is located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica about an hour and a half from Montego Bay Airport. It is one of my personal favorite all-inclusive resorts, anywhere. Boasting old world charm from the moment you enter the lobby, you are met and checked in by very friendly butlers greeting you with a chilled towel and a chillier Mangosa (champagne and mango). (more…)

Almond Beach Village

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

Staying in Barbados for 10 days is the ultimate in relaxation, good food, superb shopping, and a great driver taking you to the more local places that most tourists do not get to see. I stayed at the Almond Beach Village Resort, in a garden room with a lanai that had a table and chairs to sit on to reflect on the day’s fun and people watch. (more…)

Smugglers Cove Resort & Spa

Friday, April 22nd, 2011

From March 19-22, 2011 I stayed at Smugglers Cove Resort & Spa in St. Lucia. I found the staff to be extremely helpful. The rooms were comfortable (more…)

Iberostar Grand Bavaro

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

I recently stayed at the Iberostar Grand Bavaro and used Prieto tours for a private transfer. (more…)

Marriott Frenchman’s Reef & Morningstar Beach Resort

Wednesday, April 20th, 2011

The Marriott Frenchman’s Reef & Morningstar Beach Resort is located on a bluff overlooking Charlotte Amalie and Buck Island. The resort is 10 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from the great shopping of Charlotte Amalie. (more…)

The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas are on a great stretch of North Kaanapali Beach. Starwood offers a free shuttle between its properties, which could be used to get to Whaler’s Village. The South Tower was built in 2003 and the North Tower was completed in 2007. There are 1021 units at this resort. (more…)

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa was built in 1980 in the beach community of Kaanapali. The resort is located in the middle of the beach walk next to the upscale shops and restaurants of Whaler’s Village. The resort has an awesome beach and pool area with multiple slides and waterfalls. The Westin has the only adults-only pool in Kaanapali! (more…)

Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

The Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa is a great EP property on Palm Beach (the high rise section). The resort is a AAA 4 Diamond resort. The resort has beautiful zero entry pools with a pool bar and lush gardens and flora. (more…)

Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive

Friday, March 18th, 2011

The Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive resort is similar to the Divi Aruba All Inclusive. There are 236 rooms all of which are the same room category (ocean view). (more…)

Divi Aruba All Inclusive

Friday, March 18th, 2011

The Divi Aruba All Inclusive resort is a moderate property with 203 rooms in the low rise section of Eagle Beach. The resort is all inclusive and has exchange privileges to the Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive resort. The Divi Aruba All Inclusive has a beautiful beach, (more…)

Bucuti Beach Resort

Friday, March 18th, 2011

The Bucuti Beach Resort was the big surprise of my trip to Aruba. The resort has the best private beach in Aruba! The resort has 104 total rooms on the low rise section of Eagle Beach. The space to guest ratio is amazing! The hotel advertises itself as a (more…)

Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino

Thursday, March 17th, 2011

I stayed two nights at the Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino and liked it a lot. The resort was under renovation back in February of 2007. All of the rooms were being renovated as well as the lobby and public areas. (more…)

Occidental Grand Aruba

Thursday, March 17th, 2011

I like the Occidental Grand Aruba. The lobby area is very modern with marble floors and contemporary fountains. There are several shops in the lobby as well as the guest services desk (same place where you would make dinner reservations), a tour desk, the lobby bar (with nightly live entertainment), and the entrance to the casino. (more…)

Beaches Sandy Bay

Wednesday, March 9th, 2011

Beaches Sandy Bay is located on a long beautiful stretch of Seven Mile Beach. The beach there was beautiful, partially making (more…)

Couples Negril

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

Couples Negril is a fantastic resort! The beach is outstanding and the service is top notch. The resort is located on a half mile stretch of white sand beach named “Bloody Bay”. The water is turquoise, very shallow and very calm. The resort has old Caribbean charm with a refined elegance. (more…)

Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

I liked Sandals Negril Beach Resort in Spa in Jamaica. The resort is located on a half mile stretch of 7 mile beach. The beach is great with white sand and turquoise water; however it is a little narrow. (more…)

Beaches Negril Resort & Spa

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

I was very impressed with Beaches Negril Resort & Spa. It is located on a beautiful stretch of white sand on Seven Mile Beach in Jamaica. Despite having such a large beach and pool area, there are only 210 rooms. There are 5 restaurants (including 1 adults-only) along with the three available at Beaches Sandy Bay. (more…)

Couples Swept Away

Friday, March 4th, 2011

Couples Swept Away in Jamaica is a beautiful resort. As the name refers to, the resort wants to sweep you away from the stress of your daily life. As with Couples Negril, the lobby is wired for Wi-Fi, and there is free internet access in the lobby. The lobby has the same Caribbean sea foam green color scheme as Couples Negril. (more…)