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Dreams Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa

Monday, March 14th, 2011

Dreams Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa is located 10 minutes from downtown Puerto Vallarta on a secluded beach near Mismaloya. The resort has the best beach in the Puerto Vallarta area. The sand is white, it’s nice for walking, and the water is clear and blue. (more…)

Grand Velas All Suites & SPA Resort

Wednesday, March 9th, 2011

The Grand Velas All Suites & SPA Resort is located on a nice walking beach in the area of Riviera Nayarit. The resort is part of the Leading Hotels of the World and one of two all-inclusive resorts to receive the AAA 5 Diamond Award. (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…)

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…)

Paradisus Palma Real Resort

Friday, March 4th, 2011

The Paradisus Palma Real Resort was built in 2005 and has 554 suites. The Paradisus Palma Real receives 4 Diamonds from AAA. This resort is very large and elegant and all guests receive unlimited green fees at the Coctal golf course (more…)

Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana

Thursday, March 3rd, 2011

Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana was originally built in 1994. The resort was closed in 2007 and re-opened in 2008 after a $22 million upgrade. The resort is located on a great beach and has a lovely pool area. (more…)

Majestic Elegance Punta Cana

Thursday, March 3rd, 2011

The Majestic Elegance Punta Cana is adjacent to the Majestic Colonial Punta Cana. The Majestic Elegance opened in November of 2008 and caters to destination weddings, honeymoons, and really anyone. The resort has 6 restaurants serving the following (more…)

Majestic Colonial Punta Cana

Thursday, March 3rd, 2011

The Majestic Colonial Punta Cana is adjacent to the newer Majestic Elegance Punta Cana. The Majestic Colonial opened in 2005 and caters to destination weddings, honeymoons, and really anyone. The resort has 6 restaurants serving (more…)

Iberostar Grand Bavaro

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011

The Iberostar Grand Bavaro opened in December of 2008 and is fabulous. The resort is adults-only and has 260 junior suites. (more…)

Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011

Dreams is the family brand of AM Resorts which specializes in destination weddings and vacations for the whole family. Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa was built in 2004 and renovated in 2007. (more…)

Excellence Punta Cana

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011

Excellence Punta Cana opened in 2000. The resort is located on the north coast of Punta Cana, 1 hour from the airport. The resort is adults-only and has a very large private beach and several large pools with swim up pool bars and complimentary cabanas. (more…)

Zoetry Agua Punta Cana

Tuesday, March 1st, 2011

Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana is located on the north coast of Punta Cana near the Excellence Punta Cana. Zoëtry incorporates many of the same “Endless Privileges” that her sister properties offer. These include (more…)

Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana

Monday, February 28th, 2011

Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana was built as an EP resort in 2005 in the exclusive resort area of Cap Cana, about 15 minutes from the Punta Cana Airport. The resort is simply amazing!!! (more…)

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Friday, February 25th, 2011

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan is a AAA 4 Diamond resort located on the beach in the city of San Juan, Puerto Rico. The resort was built in 1997 and renovated in 2007. Ritz-Carlton has several high end shops (more…)

El Dorado Royale

Friday, February 25th, 2011

The El Dorado Royale and El Dorado Casitas are located 30 minutes from the Cancun Airport. The resort received a 4 Diamond rating from AAA and has 720 suites. This adults-only resort is sprawling (over 1.5 miles from one end to the other) and (more…)

Royal Hideaway Playacar

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

The first AAA 5 Diamond all-inclusive in the world and 1 of 5 total. The Royal Hideaway Playacar has 200 rooms and suites. The beach was restored in Playacar in 2010 and it is the best in Mexico! The sand is perfect and the ocean is neon turquoise. (more…)

Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun is an adults-only property that opened in August of 2008, and is one of my favorite resorts! The resort is 45 minutes from the Cancun Airport and is situated on one of the prettiest beaches in Mexico! (more…)

THE ROYAL in Playa del Carmen

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

THE ROYAL in Playa del Carmen opened in 2004 and is located in the heart of Playa del Carmen on Fifth Avenue. This adults-only resort is 45 minutes from the airport and offers direct access to the nightlife, unique shopping, people watching, street performers, and little margarita bars of Fifth Ave. The ferry to Cozumel is within walking distance. (more…)

Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

The Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa opened in December of 2007 and is located 30 minutes from The Cancun Airport. This adults-only resort is on a very long walking beach (more…)

Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011

Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun opened in August, 2008 and looks great! The resort is located 25 minutes from the Cancun Airport. The resort has 431 junior suites with view, location, and Preferred Club being the primary difference. (more…)

Le Blanc Spa Resort

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011

Le Blanc Spa Resort is adults only and is the nicest all-inclusive resort in Cancun! Le Blanc received the prestigious AAA 5 Diamond Award in 2010! After the beach restoration in 2010, the beach is fantastic! (more…)

Dreams Puerto Aventuras Riviera Maya

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011

I was very impressed with Dreams Puerto Aventuras Riviera Maya. I visited this resort in December of 2006 and (more…)

Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011

Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya opened in November of 2009 and is my favorite family resort in the area. The resort is located 30 minutes south of the Cancun Airport. (more…)

Azul Sensatori Hotel

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011

This Karisma Resort has 438 suites and opened in 2008. The Azul Sensatori Hotel caters to families and destination weddings, but it also has an adults-only section with private adults-only pool. This resort is super family friendly and children are greeted with milkshakes (while the adults receive champagne) at check-in. (more…)

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana

Monday, February 21st, 2011

I had the pleasure of attending the Gala Grand Opening of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Punta Cana on January 26, 2011. This beautiful resort is only 30-40 minutes from the Punta Cana Airport. (more…)

Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island

Monday, February 21st, 2011

I think one of my favorite hotels/resorts is the Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island in the Bahamas. Being English myself (Churchill), this resort puts me in an “awe” moment. (more…)

RIU Palace Riviera Maya

Friday, February 18th, 2011

I just arrived back after 6 days at the RIU Palace Riviera Maya in the Playacar area of Playa del Carmen. The hotel is very impressive with the big chandeliers as you enter the hotel. (more…)

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

Friday, February 18th, 2011

Sometimes new may not be the choice. The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa would very well qualify for a hotel stay if you are looking for that ‘lived in’ feeling when you are visiting the island of Maui. (more…)

Zoetry Casa del Mar Los Cabos

Friday, February 18th, 2011

My husband and I stayed at the Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos from Dec. 3 to 6, 2010. We absolutely loved it, because not only is it a really beautiful resort, but the service was impeccable. (more…)

Iberostar Grand Bavaro

Friday, February 18th, 2011

The description is in the name…its GRAND. I have stayed at the Iberostar Grand Bavaro in Punta Cana three times now and I love it more every time. The all suite rooms are beautifully decorated. We enjoyed a (more…)

Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita

Thursday, February 17th, 2011

This ultra luxury resort has 90 beachfront suites and is located 30 minutes from the airport in the quaint town of Puerto Morales. Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita is one of five AAA 5 Diamond rated all-inclusive resorts in the world. The resort is (more…)

THE ROYAL in Cancun

Thursday, February 17th, 2011

THE ROYAL in Cancun is an adults-only resort that opened in February 2007. THE ROYAL in Cancun has a fantastic restored beach with thick spaces of white sand and turquoise water. Guests at THE ROYAL can visit, play, eat and drink at the neighboring Gran Caribe Real Cancun. (more…)

Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa

Thursday, February 17th, 2011

I recently returned from Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa on January 27, 2011! I have been a travel agent for 23 years and I have stayed at all Sandals and Beaches Resorts. Sandals Grande Antigua is truly at its best. With non-stop Continental flights from (more…)

Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril

Wednesday, February 16th, 2011

My wife and I stayed at Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril (formally called the Grand Lido Negril) from July 9 - July 15 2008. We had a great time and the resort is definitely one of the finer ones in Jamaica, especially as far as all inclusive go. (more…)

Sandals Resorts

Wednesday, February 16th, 2011

What can I say about these over the top resorts…there is nothing you could possibly want that Sandals Resorts has not already thought of first! I myself have stayed at (more…)

Four Seasons Resort Maui

Tuesday, February 15th, 2011

I recently stayed at the Four Seasons Resort Maui and I have to say “Wow”. It was fabulous! The rooms are large and the beds are so comfy. But the best part is (more…)

Le Blanc Spa Resort

Tuesday, February 15th, 2011

Recently I stayed at the Le Blanc Spa Resort, an upscale all-inclusive resort. (more…)

Now Jade Riviera Cancun

Tuesday, February 15th, 2011

I just returned from the Now Jade Riviera Cancun in Cancun. The staff and the Kids Club were fantastic; my 6 and 4 year old loved every part of the club. The rooms were great and spacious. The first floor (more…)

Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa

Monday, February 14th, 2011

First off, let me say that Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa is awesome. Except for some very inconsequential things, I can’t understand how anyone would not have a great time here. If you (more…)

Excellence Playa Mujeres

Monday, February 14th, 2011

Excellence Playa Mujeres is a very unique resort located 35 minutes from the airport in a secluded location north of Cancun. The resort has 450 junior suites and opened in the Winter of 2008. The resort is similar in quality to (more…)

Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort

Monday, February 14th, 2011

Overall I really enjoyed my stay at the Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach & Villa Resort. It is a property that I will be very specific in whom I recommend it to. I was there on a familiarization trip for my travel agency, Aubree’s Travel. I did perform site inspections on the different room types, and of the entire property. (more…)

Now Jade Riviera Cancun

Monday, February 14th, 2011

Overall, Now Jade Riviera Cancun is a great value for the money. The resort has 565 Jr Suites divided into 5 room categories. The Preferred Club rooms are larger and offer fantastic views and locations closer to the beach and the quiet pool. There are two large pools both with swim up pool bars. (more…)

Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island

Friday, February 11th, 2011

I visited this property during a travel agent familiarization for Aubree’s Travel. The Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island is a smaller Sandals property that I really like. I think the rooms are very nice, the grounds amazingly well kept, and the off-shore island is a HUGE perk. I really like the “British Colonial” feel of this property. (more…)

Sandals Royal Plantation

Friday, February 11th, 2011

I was able to enjoy this property during a travel agent familiarization trip to Jamaica for Aubree’s Travel. This was hands down my favorite property. From the moment I arrived (first impression) to the moment I left (lasting impressions) I just really loved this property. (more…)

Golden Parnassus Resort & Spa

Thursday, February 10th, 2011

Although the Golden Parnassus Resort & Spa is a 3 1/2 star resort in Cancun, I would personally award them 5 stars for service and friendly staff, plus they had very good food! (more…)

Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa

Wednesday, February 9th, 2011

I recently had the opportunity to stay at the Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa in St. Lucia. At first, I was a little startled to see so many steps and inclines at this resort, but it didn’t take long to settle in and really love this charming Caribbean resort. (more…)

Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana

Wednesday, February 9th, 2011

I just returned from Punta Cana and had the privilege of staying at Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana. What a beautiful hotel, magnificent grounds and a friendly staff to take care of all your needs. (more…)

Rosewood Mayakoba

Wednesday, February 9th, 2011

What to be treated like royalty? Then Rosewood Mayakoba in Riviera Maya, Mexico is the place for you. This hotel feels like you have traveled to Southeast Asia with private boats that take you to your private villa where you will be (more…)

Couples Swept Away

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

We spent a relaxing and fun week in Negril, Jamaica at Couples Swept Away. Negril, on its own, is a great destination in Jamaica. The people are very friendly, laid back and they love music. Negril is the party section of Jamaica and couldn’t be any further from the turmoil in Kingston if it were on the moon. (more…)

Karisma Resorts

Tuesday, December 28th, 2010

My path to success as a travel agent escalated to a whole new level when I became a GIVC with Karisma Resorts. I have stayed at every one of their resorts. Each of the resorts has a completely different experience (more…)

Secrets Resorts in Montego Bay

Tuesday, December 21st, 2010

I recently returned from Jamaica with the Jamaica Tourist Board & was able to see Secrets St. James Montego Bay & Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay. Both are very similar with just a difference in theme. Secrets St. James is more of a British Colonial type with earthy colors, while Secrets Wild Orchid has more of an Oriental Flare to it. (more…)

Dreams Puerto Aventuras Riviera Maya

Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

On each of our vacations, we take time to explore other resorts, as the information we gain helps us to choose a resort that is in line with our clients desires. We were hosted, on our latest trip, by Secrets Maroma, owned by AM Resorts, so we thought it only best to tour within their resort line of Dreams, NOW and Zoetry. (more…)

Excellence Riviera Cancun

Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

Excellence Riviera Cancun in Riviera Maya is absolutely beautiful! There are 8 restaurants at this resort and Toscana, the Italian restaurant and Chez Isabelle, the French restaurant are among my favorites! Presentation of these gourmet meals is (more…)

Valentin Imerial Maya Resort & Spa

Tuesday, November 9th, 2010

I had the opportunity to have a private tour of the beautiful Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya, Mexico in August 2010. This adult only resort is large and spread out with several dining venues included in its all-inclusive program. (more…)

Couples Swept Away

Monday, November 8th, 2010

Couples Swept Away is located on Negril Beach in Jamaica is one of our preferred all-inclusive properties. This laid back adults-only resort sits on one of the Top Ten Beaches in the World, Jamaica’s Seven Mile Beach. Negril Beach has the softest, fluffiest sand to walk on with some of the best people watching in the world. Couples Swept Away represents (more…)

Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun

Monday, November 8th, 2010

On each of our vacations, we take time to explore other resorts, as the information we gain helps us to choose a resort that is in line with our clients desires. (more…)

Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun

Thursday, November 4th, 2010

On each of our vacations, we like to stay at resorts that we send our clients to most and also explore other resorts within that chain. For this journey, we chose to stay at Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun, an adults-only, all-inclusive resort on one of the top 10 beaches in the world. (more…)

Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa

Thursday, November 4th, 2010

Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa is a wonderful resort for families, singles, and couples. They have so much to offer for everyone. I recently have stayed here with my family. The rooms are average size with most of them having pool views and several having ocean views. (more…)

RIU Palace Tropical Bay

Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010

Riu Palace Tropical Bay is a fabulous resort that is focused on their guests from when you first walk in the entrance of the resort. I was greeted by a staff member who handed me a cool washcloth and a refreshing tropical drink. (more…)