Couples Negril is an all-inclusive adult only resort and is spread out over 18 acres with a 2.5 mile half moon shaped beach. It takes about a little over an hour from the airport to arrive at this resort. Couples Negril features 234 AC rooms and suites, 5 restaurants, 3 bars and a swim-up bar, spa, water sports, volleyball, theme events, and unlimited golf nearby. The lobby (more…)

Nothing compares to the JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa. This resort offers impeccable service, beautiful grounds, and a fabulous beach with a great location. The service was five stars from the pick up at the airport to all the staff at the JW Marriott.

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Once you arrive at the Half Moon in Jamaica, you are immediately captivated with the elegance, splendor, and exquisite layout of the property. You can be on this property for a week and still feel secluded in your own space. This property stretches across 400 acres and is truly a stately Jamaican oasis offering 398 beautifully appointed rooms, suites, cottages, and villas, including (more…)

I visited this all-inclusive adults-only resort for my 10th anniversary and absolutely loved it! The grounds at the Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa are large and beautifully landscaped with many gardens, water-features and wildlife. Because of the layout, we never felt crowded even though we were there at a busy time. This resort is a great choice for a relaxing, romantic vacation. (more…)

I LOVE the Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. The resort is less than 20 minutes from the thatched roof of the Punta Cana Airport. You know immediately when your plane lands that you are in paradise. Dreams Palm Beach is top of the line and is on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Bavaro Beach. (more…)

I was fortunate to participate in the Vacation.com conference in Orlando this past June. I stayed at the Orlando World Center Marriott as they were the host hotel for the convention. Not only did they do a fabulous job with our convention, but the entire experience was delightful. Someone greeted us upon arrival and directed us to the check-in area. Everything at check-in was handled efficiently and accurately. (more…)

I visited Zoetry Casa del Mar Los Cabos back on August 9-13, 2010. It was off season, but the resort has only 88 suites. The property is beautifully landscaped and located on an excellent beach. The food was awesome and all of the menus put a foot note at the bottom listing calories, fat, carbs, etc as this is a spa type resort. (more…)

!Fantastico! On May 25, 2010 we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary at the Moon Palace Golf and Spa Resort in Cancun, Mexico. With our three sons present we renewed our wedding vows with a gorgeous setting and a fabulous wedding staff to assist us with everything. (more…)

As a Destination Wedding and Honeymoon Specialists I wanted to experience the gourmet inclusive amenities that I promote to my couples. To say the least, El Dorado Royale in Riviera Maya tops all that I have personally experienced. (more…)

Think you can’t afford the Waldorf? Look to the tropics and think again. Thanks to the newest promotion to herald fall in Puerto Rico, luxury properties all over the commonwealth carry surprisingly low price tags. (more…)

We stayed at Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun on April 15-19 for our anniversary and 4th annual trip to Mexico with our group of friends. I have stayed at other Secrets and Dreams properties and this is by far the best. This beach was the most beautiful I have been to. (more…)

From June 18 - 26th I traveled to Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa with my husband and 2 kids, ages 12 and 8. I am a travel agent, so I have been to other properties owned by AM Resorts. I think Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya was fantastic. (more…)

I just returned from Couples Tower Isle in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and in one word- PERFECTION! From the minute you land at the airport, and make your way to the Couples VIP Lounge, vacation begins. They give you a drink in the lounge, and you can freshen up, before your transfer. The transfer drivers are fun and entertaining. (more…)

I vacationed at the Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa last year. This was my first experience with an all-inclusive in Mexico, and let me tell you this hotel has many of your familiar Caribbean chains beat by a mile. (more…)

Maybe you can’t pronounce or locate this Caribbean hidden gem but that’s all the more reason you must visit the island of Curacao, the “C” and largest of the lovely ABC islands. Curacao (Kora-sow, rhymes with cow) is one of the hurricane-free region’s best-kept secrets, and with beautiful resorts like sister properties Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa & Casino and Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club, it’s easy to see why. (more…)

My husband and I recently stayed at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Bonita Springs. Every part of the process during our stay, from a quick check in to breakfast on our last day, was positive. The service was excellent, with smiles and a quick “can I help you” whenever I had that “where am I” look on my face. (more…)

We recently stayed at THE ROYAL in Cancun and may I say the property does have the “WOW” factor. Every room in the resort has a view of the ocean, and the rooms are amazing with Jacuzzi tubs and double headed marble showers, aroma scents, private pillow menu and separate check-in can be added by booking the Royal Service and its so worth it. (more…)

Las Vegas! What a great place to stay and play. Especially if you plan your trip around the Mandalay Bay, more specifically THEhotel at Mandalay Bay. You can’t imagine our surprise when we checked into our beautiful suite with 2 bathrooms! That’s right I said 2 separate bathrooms. (more…)

The Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs, FL is one of my favorite hotels anywhere. From the moment you walk in the lobby you are surrounded by beauty and luxury. The reception staff adds to that feeling of hospitality and are among the most welcoming I have ever encountered. (more…)

From the moment we arrived, this resort was drop dead gorgeous with mosaic tile and granite everywhere. The main building at the Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun resort displays an impressive lobby where you can find a wonderful bar stocked with top shelf liquor, including Grey Goose and Don Julio. This lobby also houses several upscale gift shops and a beautiful lobby much like you might find at any 5 star resort. (more…)

The BodyHoliday at LeSPORT in St. Lucia is probably the most inclusive property I have experienced in recent times. Included in the stay are all meals, including the fabulous Asian fusion restaurant Tao, plus all of your drinks, including premium drinks and most wines. Everyone receives a spa treatment daily except for the days of arrival and departure. Also included are free clinics in tennis, golf, archery, sailing, and a variety of aerobic, yoga and pilates classes daily. (more…)

I can not say enough nice things about the Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii. For the price, the value is excellent. The hotel is a 5 star property, deluxe and elegant but low key. The service from the time you arrive at the portico, to the ground staff, everyone is so pleasant and customer service oriented. (more…)

It is well worth your while to upgrade to the Royal Service at the Occidental Grand Punta Cana. The Royal Service area is a little oasis within a huge resort. The Royal Service section is a two story building with lovely rooms that surround a small swimming pool with fusion music piped in at a low decibel. It is not a pool for laps, but for a refreshing dip when you want to get off the lounge chair. (more…)

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa is the premier property on Kanapali Beach. The property is located at the end of the kanapali beach walkway, which extends from the Sheraton Maui Resort to the Hyatt Regency Maui. (more…)

I just returned from a 7 night stay at Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa in Jamaica. As a travel agent I can pick from many resorts for my vacation but Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa keeps drawing us back to Sandals. This has been our second stay at this resort. (more…)

Two weeks ago I spent a weekend at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic. I thought the resort was terrific. My room was large and beautiful, the bathroom spacious with two sinks, separate commode, separate tub, separate shower, and large walk-in closet. Each room also has a golf cart included to get you around the resort. (more…)

The entrance at the Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso is grand in everyway and includes an indoor garden that reminds me of the Bellagio in Las Vegas. All the marble and carpeted hallways leading to the rooms are located inside…something that is unique to most if not all the Riviera Maya resorts. All the rooms are Junior Suites and are very nicely done with good quality furnishings and the bathrooms have a separate toilet room, shower and upgraded amenities. (more…)

Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa is located on perhaps the best beach in Jamaica. This adults-only, ultra luxury resort is on a multi-acre nature preserve with an amazing, beautiful beach. Each room has an ocean view with either a balcony or patio. (more…)

Riu Palace Riviera Maya is your typical Riu hotel with the dark Spanish accents and traditional Spanish décor. It is a little nicer than the Riu Palace Mexico, since it is newer and a little more updated. The rooms are the typical junior suites with nice bathrooms with double sinks and nicely tiled baths with a shower in the bathtub. They do have rooms that can be locked off at the entrance for families (more…)

I stayed at the Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya, Mexico from November 27 through December 4, 2009 and was extremely impressed with this all-inclusive resort. The Valentin Imperial Maya is less than a forty minute ride from the Cancun Airport and the best ease of travel is by using the private car transfers. This resort has an impressive (more…)

I just returned from Las Vegas and where I was able to tour a wonderful, brand-new hotel. Aria Resort & Casino at CityCenter has to be the most breath taking hotel and shopping center I’ve ever seen. It is absolutely beautiful. There is so much to see, and so much to do here. The service at the hotel is out of this world. This hotel has to be a (more…)

The beach at the Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa is really, really nice. It has a super kids club, very similar to that of the Dream Puerto Vallarta and the Dreams Cancun. Plus it has the same format with no reservation required at any of their restaurants. The hotel is divided into the Dreams section, (more…)

The Occidental Grand Punta Cana Resort is a well maintained and very nice family friendly resort. This is a very clean resort with well kept grounds. The staff is friendly and always willing to help. A friendly “Hola” greeting is offered from the gardener to the manager every time you meet someone. (more…)

One of our favorite spots in the world is the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel on the Pacific Coastline, high on a bluff overlooking the beach and the waves breaking below. The hotel enjoyed a multi-million dollar renovation two years ago as it went from a very traditional feel to a happier, cosmopolitan look and feel. The hotel is gorgeous and has the best service in the industry. (more…)

If you’re looking for a quaint, adult-only, all-inclusive escape, Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun is your calling! I’ve stayed at the Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico several times over the past few years and love it! The property is just a short distance north of the Cancun Airport so you can be at the beach in no time after landing. (more…)

The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta is a little piece of heaven on earth. The resort is located in the Marina area of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. This area is alive with great restaurants, bars, clubs, and shopping, both high end and souvenirs. There are art galleries and unique jewelry to shop for. (more…)

I just returned from an amazing, long weekend at the Atlantis. Four days is not enough to do everything and relax. This is an incredible hotel with rooms to fit any budget and taste. Think of this property as 6 resorts in one: Beach Tower, Coral Towers, Royal Towers, The Reef, The Cove, and the Harborside Resort at Atlantis. No matter which section you choose everyone has (more…)

The Valentin Imperial Maya is an adult’s only property (18 and older) located in Riviera Maya, Mexico. It is situated on a very nice stretch of soft sand beach. It is approximately 20 to 25 min. from the Cancun airport. Check-in went very smoothly. Each building had its own concierge. (more…)

We stayed at the Comfort Suites Paradise Island in the Bahamas for 3 nights and it could not have been better. The room was lovely, and the property is conveniently located near Atlantis if you wish to go there for the day. Breakfast was good and plentiful. (more…)

All I can say about the Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun is WOW! This is an adult’s only resort with huge character. The grounds are extremely lavish with vegetation everywhere. Here you are amidst vibrant flowers and numerous tropical plants. You will see native wildlife here on this resort property (more…)

The Maroma Resort & Spa is a lovely little hotel! It is part of the Orient Express brand and it is like a mini Royal Hideaway on a much nicer beach and not all inclusive. The resort is small and romantic, and is adults only. The rooms are really like junior suites and have pretty romantic bedding with netting and floral displays on the bed. (more…)

Do you desire a romantic vacation to rekindle the fire in your relationship? Then try any Sandals All-Inclusive Resort. This year we stayed at the Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa. While there we stayed in one of the villas. We had the one bed room suite with private pool. (more…)

Camelback Inn, A JW Marriott property in Phoenix, Arizona was named after Camelback Mountain which stares you in the face from any one of the Casita accommodations! I have stayed at this resort many times and if you love to golf or just want a serene getaway this is the place for you!

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The Iberostar Paraiso Lindo in Riviera Maya is a moderate plus choice for families. The rooms at the resort are adequate. There is a refrigerator stocked with water bottles, cokes and beer in the room as well as a coffee maker with a gallon of bottled water to use in it. (more…)

I have always loved the Royal Hideaway Playacar resort in Riviera Maya and still do. They have made it even better with new restaurants and a really nice dinner/theater. The atmosphere is beautiful and elegant. When you walk in you are greeted with cool towels, champagne, fresh flowers and violin music with sit down private check-in. (more…)

I stayed at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas about two months after it opened and I was amazed at how “green” the hotel is with it’s fresh air system that pumps the smoke out of the casinos. Sections of the hotel were built with the remains of the Boardwalk Hotel that was leveled on the property where the Aria Resort sits. (more…)

The Mandarin Oriental in Riviera Maya is uber-deluxe in every way. The property is built with the clean lines of a Mandarin Hotel and was made to blend in with the surroundings really well. It is a serene and lovely property. (more…)

I recently visited the two Secrets properties in Jamaica, the Secrets St James Montego Bay and the Secrets Wild Orchid. The two properties are all on one property and share restaurants, public areas, bars, beaches, spa, and fitness center. (more…)

I stayed at the Zoetry Casa del Mar Los Cabos on May 24 - 27, 2010. It was a very relaxing stay. The rooms were beautiful and the service was excellent. The food is very healthy and tastes great. The resort also has yoga, walks, and other fitness programs and the spa was everything and more. After your stay at this resort you can really come back home ready to (more…)

The Rosewood Mayakoba in Riviera Maya was one of my favorites. Every room is a suite with a living room, huge bathroom with large round tiled tub for 2, and a glass walled shower with a back door leading to an outdoor shower. There is also a patio with a private plunge pool, in every room category. Some of the suites, called lagoon suites, are located directly (more…)

Grand Velas All Suites & SPA Resort in Riviera Maya is truly for those discerning travelers that love the all inclusive resort option but are never happy with the selection of food. Gran Velas has it all…3 to 1 ratio in service and all Gourmet Food. Not only was the food the most fantastic that I have ever had at an (more…)

The Fairmont Mayakoba in the Riviera Maya is a large sprawling complex that meanders through the jungle of Mayakoba. The rooms are very lovely; done in earth tones with great bedding and very modern fixtures, like flat screen TV’s, large baths with separate showers, and 2 sinks. There is a nice health club, a lovely spa and kids club. (more…)

I recently stayed at the adults-only El Dorado Royale in Riviera Maya, Mexico for 3 nights. I had previously toured the property during a travel agent familiarization trip and knew that I would have to return soon to get the full experience. In fact, I was so impressed with the (more…)

WOW!!! Was my first impression when I was greeted in the open air lobby of the Grand Wailea Resort in Maui, with a beautiful fresh orchid lei. The stunning open air lobby, filled with colorful flowers and amazing sculptures overlooking the deep blue Pacific was an awesome sight. An ice cold glass of passion fruit juice quenched our thirst as we were swiftly checked in. (more…)

I traveled with my husband and my 5 yr. old son to Turks & Caicos. The Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa has it all. If you can’t have fun here, you can’t have fun anywhere. We had room 603 in the Caribbean Village, ground floor, perfect if you have a stroller. This resort caters to (more…)

Having just returned from a week-long cruise, where Puerto Vallarta was an important port, due to the fact that we didn’t have to be back to the ship until 9:30 p.m., seven of us spent the whole day and part of the evening at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa in Riviera Nayarit. It was (more…)

Each time I visit Cabo San Lucas, I bask in the glorious surroundings of the Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Resort & Spa - an Adults only, Zen-inspired resort which offers the ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation experience for its guests. This jewel of a property sits amidst the hills overlooking exquisite beaches and breathtaking vistas of the ocean. It’s the perfect place for a (more…)

I recently have had the pleasure of escorting a “Girlfriend’s Getaway” to the Riu Palace Tropical Bay in Negril, Jamaica. This was our 7th “girlfriends getaway” and each year we choose a new destination. The (more…)

We just returned from our vacation in Montego Bay, Jamaica where we stayed nine wonderful days at the Iberostar Grand Hotel Rose Hall. Everything was perfect during our stay in Jamaica. Our room (more…)

Dreams Riviera Cancun in Riviera Maya is a brand new all-inclusive resort for families. It is a large resort that it is spread out so that you do not feel crowded. The decor is more South Pacific than Mexican, but it is done in a very upscale manner. (more…)