And the winner is......

Hello there! I finally decided on a vacation for 2012 and the winner for this year will be Aruba!!  I just want to see what all the fuss is about.   Some people I know have there at least once and most people I know go there every year.  I am actually surprised I had not booked a trip there until now.   In retrospect,   I   don't think I ever found any hotel/resort that jumped out at me and said "I'm the one!." Until now, of course, when I found the Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort.  This place looks amazing and it is incredibly top rated.  I cannot wait to see what our experience will be like.  It has painted itself as everything I look for, amazing room, large quiet beach, top notch service and last but not least.... Adults Only! I think it's probably the only one in the island so it should be no surprise why it beat out the other ones for me.  We will be staying in a beach front Tara Suite.  The only sad part is that we still have a ways before we actually depart.  As you know, expect full details when we return!!

Punta Cana - Catalonia Royal Bavaro Adults Only

Hello travelers!


I just wanted to share some great feedback I have been getting on the Catalonia Royal Bavaro Adults Only from the last 6 months.  Back in April, I gave some travel research assistance to a couple that I know personally and found that the best fit for them would be this resort in Punta Cana.  On paper, it had everything they wanted - great beach, tons of restaurant options and a great price!

Well, they returned with the hotel exceeding their expectations!! They actually called me from there to tell me what an amazing time they were having.  In their experience, the hotel staff was extremely friendly and willing to assist with any request they had.  The beach was amazing and very clean.  They loved the fact that the resort has the family-friendly property right next door that they could access for more restaurant, nightlife and show options.  At the same time they were able to retreat back to the Adults only side for a more peaceful and romantic setting. 

In August, I had another couple that was searching for a vacation with similar criteria so I priced the Catalonia Royal and it turned out to be an amazing fit for them as well!   One thing I thought was great is that their perception of the resort seemed almost identical - very attentive staff, great beach and great food. 

So, in conclusion of this mini feedback/review, Catalonia Royal Bavaro Adults-Only seems like a great place to check out for your next vacation in the Caribbean. Do it!!