casii
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Post by casii on May 21, 2024 22:03:45 GMT
DH won air tickets through work with those areas as the parameter. I'm trying to see if they're including places like Costa Rica or Belize, but when they say Mexico and Caribbean, I'm thinking that definitely doesn't include central American areas.
We've been to Puerto Rico, USVI, BVI, St. Lucia and Aruba for the Caribbean. Favorite was St. John, least favorite was Aruba. DH has never been a Mexico fan, but I've been to Merida, Holbox Island and over the border into nearby border towns.
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Post by littlemama on May 21, 2024 22:08:16 GMT
Turks and Caicos (leave your ammo at home lol) or Grand Cayman are both supposed to be really nice.
We have only been to St Lucia and we are leaving for Mexico in a few days. Im not super thrilled about Mexico, but it is for a wedding.
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Post by quiltz on May 21, 2024 22:09:52 GMT
Barbados is beautiful as are Turks & Cacos, two places that you haven't been to.
My favourite is Holgiun, Cuba. Most beautiful beaches are in Cuba.
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Post by cakediva on May 21, 2024 22:21:43 GMT
We did Coconut Bay in St Lucia last year, and Dreams Sapphire in Riviera Maya this year. Loved both!
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Post by compeateropeator on May 21, 2024 22:22:35 GMT
It probably depends on what you are looking to do, explore or just sit on a beach.
Antigua was my favorite of a bunch of islands we visited briefly on a cruise. I really want to go back and stay to check it out more. I loved what we saw abd experienced when we were there.
If you like non resort type places, I loved Andros in the Bahamas, but we stayed in relative’s rental house and did have a car. Really not touristy and there were no resorts where we were. Big for bone fish fishing, snorkeling, etc.
Good luck. I hope you get some good recommendations and find some place cool to visit.
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Post by quinlove on May 22, 2024 0:40:56 GMT
My son has been every where. Grand Cayman is his favorite.
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on May 22, 2024 1:21:47 GMT
Grand Cayman. Beautiful water and beaches, very safe. We never repeat vacation locations but love GC so much we have been a few times. Jamaica was ok but didn’t feel very safe when we went. We don’t currently travel to Mexico.
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Post by ellen on May 22, 2024 2:19:16 GMT
We spent a few days at an all-inclusive just south of Puerto Vallarta and had a great time. The city is very charming and we loved the resort. Our stretch of beach was beautiful. That area is not considered to be unsafe. I would happily go back next winter. We’ve vacationed in Los Cabos too. It was great.
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Post by littlemama on May 22, 2024 11:33:23 GMT
We did Coconut Bay in St Lucia last year, and Dreams Sapphire in Riviera Maya this year. Loved both! Since we seem to be following each other, where are we going next year? 😂😂 We leave for our Mexico trip Saturday. Im super anxious because I didnt choose the resort after hours of exhaustive research (we are going for a wedding), but I know it will be fine (not the place where you stayed, which would have been more in line with what I would have chosen!) |
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Post by ellen on May 22, 2024 14:07:22 GMT
We did Coconut Bay in St Lucia last year, and Dreams Sapphire in Riviera Maya this year. Loved both! Since we seem to be following each other, where are we going next year? 😂😂 We leave for our Mexico trip Saturday. Im super anxious because I didnt choose the resort after hours of exhaustive research (we are going for a wedding), but I know it will be fine (not the place where you stayed, which would have been more in line with what I would have chosen!) I have friends who vacation in Riviera Maya and they love it. Your resort will probably be great. There were a couple weddings during our stay and the people who were there for those weddings were so happy to be there and had a great time. It probably feels weird letting someone else make your travel plans, but it will be just fine. |
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Post by katiescarlett on May 22, 2024 14:25:29 GMT
We just got back from a cruise to Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao. Bonaire was our favorite by far. Gorgeous water, fabulous snorkeling.
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Post by smartypants71 on May 22, 2024 15:31:00 GMT
Just returned from TCI for the 2nd time, and we are planning to return in the fall. We love it that much. Also nice are Anguilla and Nevis. Would definitely skip Jamaica
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Post by Darcy Collins on May 22, 2024 15:54:11 GMT
I really like Turks & Caicos, which I mentioned on another thread, it'll be our third trip there soon. I also liked Dominican Republic, staying in Punta Cana - it's a total bubble, so if you like a more authentic experience, it won't be a good fit, but if you like good food and pretty beaches it's quite nice. Anguilla is on our next list as we've heard great things about it. Have fun!
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Post by cakediva on May 22, 2024 19:04:23 GMT
We did Coconut Bay in St Lucia last year, and Dreams Sapphire in Riviera Maya this year. Loved both! Since we seem to be following each other, where are we going next year? 😂😂 We leave for our Mexico trip Saturday. Im super anxious because I didnt choose the resort after hours of exhaustive research (we are going for a wedding), but I know it will be fine (not the place where you stayed, which would have been more in line with what I would have chosen!) Ha ha, sadly, nowhere for two years for us. Middle kiddo is getting married so any trip funds are being funneled to the wedding fund! |
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Post by littlemama on May 22, 2024 19:19:16 GMT
Since we seem to be following each other, where are we going next year? 😂😂 We leave for our Mexico trip Saturday. Im super anxious because I didnt choose the resort after hours of exhaustive research (we are going for a wedding), but I know it will be fine (not the place where you stayed, which would have been more in line with what I would have chosen!) I have friends who vacation in Riviera Maya and they love it. Your resort will probably be great. There were a couple weddings during our stay and the people who were there for those weddings were so happy to be there and had a great time. It probably feels weird letting someone else make your travel plans, but it will be just fine. I know it will be fine once we are there! Im looking forward to spending time with the people who are going! |
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Post by littlemama on May 22, 2024 19:20:25 GMT
Since we seem to be following each other, where are we going next year? 😂😂 We leave for our Mexico trip Saturday. Im super anxious because I didnt choose the resort after hours of exhaustive research (we are going for a wedding), but I know it will be fine (not the place where you stayed, which would have been more in line with what I would have chosen!) Ha ha, sadly, nowhere for two years for us. Middle kiddo is getting married so any trip funds are being funneled to the wedding fund! Next year, I think we are going to Panama City Beach with DHs aunt and uncle. They go twice a year and when I mentioned it, they were excited for us to go! |
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