To be treated like Royalty you must goto where the service is the best! The Royal hotels in Mexico, one in Cancun and one in Riviera Maya, are two of the most exclusive, adults only resorts around! Between the marble bathrooms equipped with double jacuzzis in every room to the five different world-class restraunts this will be a vacation you will never forget! The Royal resorts are great for a week/weekend get-away but if you are really looking for somewhere to relax you will be pleasantly surprised here with the SPAzul spa that includes a Temazcal stone steam bath, a massage waterfall, and a very long list of pampering services! If your interested click here to book with us, your friendly, neighborhod tropicaltravel.net travel agents!

As the old saying states "When something is not broken, don't try to fix it." Common logic would also propose that when something is working then you should keep doing it!! This is the case with the Grand Velas resorts in Mexico. After only six years the Grand Velas Vallarta was so popular and successful the owners almost haad no choice but to open another, similar resort in Riviera Maya! Hence the birth of the Grand Velas All Suites&Spa Resort. Based on 86 acres of land, containing 495 suites and a 76,640-square-foot spa this will undoubtedly become the favorite vacation spot for many individuals and families alike!

60% of the resort's guests are from America and are generally from upper-class household who enjoy the nicer things in life. This resort has also been immortalized by many young couples, in their memories and photos, who have decided to tie the knot in this exotic location! Between the 20 different spa treatment rooms and the world class cuisine this is sure to be a vacation you will never forget! Book with us, tropicaltravel.net, right now and experience the world class service that has kept us in business for over 15 years!

Punta Cana lies on the eastern coast of the Caribbean's Dominican Republic. It is one of the most popular vacation destinations for many Americans, Canadians, and Europeans! It mixes the exotic allure of the Caribbean and the affordable prices that are required for most families to go on a vacation. In fact Punta Cana, or should we say the east coast region of the DR, contains 31,500 rooms located in 62 resorts! This accounts for almost half of the country's resorts! I has been one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the Caribbean due to many of the new developments like the unveiling of the plans to open new resorts such as the Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro, Moon Palace, and the Majestic Elegance. Other developments could include the plans for 11 new golf courses, which will make a total of 20 golf courses to be played, or the Sans Souci cruise ship terminal that just open it's docks in January of this year.

One of the new resorts, the Majestic Elegance, is said to be a "must experience" item on the itinerary of any vacationer! One of the biggest reasons for this is because this five star hotel has decided that the customer comes first. This means that the manager is no longer hiding away in his office but out front waiting to talk to you and provide you with some excellent five star service and that the small things do count at this resort. The buffets are top notch including small pre-made omelets and champagne dinners served to you in the jacuzzi (which are included in every room). The resort includes over 600 rooms in 4 wings, 6 restaurantss, 9 bars, and a 1300 foot, lagoon style pool. This is all not even to mention the 24hr room service, kids corner, access to the Majestic Colonial which is only about a two minute walk away to find a casino, movie theater, and stores. If this resort has caught your attention contact us here at tropicaltravel.net to book your trip today!

Barbados is the easternmost Caribbean island. It is considered relatively flat in comparison to its island neighbors to the west in the Windward Islands, the island rises gently to the central highland region, with the highpoint of the country being Mount Hillaby, in the Scotland District. [340 meters (1,100 ft) above sea level]. The island is situated in the Atlantic Ocean, east of the other West Indies isles. The climate is moderate tropical, with a wet season (June-November) and a more dry season (December-May). The island is well developed, and there are internationally known hotels offering world-class accommodation. Time-shares are available, and many of the smaller local hotels and private villas which dot the island have space available if booked in advance. The southern and western coasts of Barbados are popular, with the calm light blue Caribbean Sea and their fine white and pinkish sandy beaches. Along the island's east coast the Atlantic Ocean side are tumbling waves which are perfect for light surfing, but a little bit risky due to under-tow currents.

Shopping districts are popular in Barbados, with ample duty-free shopping. There is also a festive night-life in mainly tourist areas such as the Saint Lawrence Gap. Other attractions include wildlife reserves, jewellery stores, scuba diving, helicopter rides, golf, festivals (the largest being the annual crop over festival July/Aug), sightseeing, cave exploration, exotic drinks and fine clothes shopping.
The Crystal Cove Hotel is one of the island's many all-inclusive resorts but it is worth mentioning because it has one of the most unique pools you will find! Instead of the common, square pool that was poured into the ground at the time of construction the Crystal Cove has three pools that area tiered and that were naturally formed, these pools all come together at the Cave Bar that is located behind a waterfall in the pools! A perfect place for your family to go and explore!

The Tamarind Cove on the other hand is known for it's quiet, secluded atmosphere that is perfect for any couple, family, business meeting, or solitary seclusion retreat. It has 110 guest rooms located in several 3 story, Mediterranean-style buildings and a new restaurant called the Tangiers that is mostly an open air restaurant that doubles as an entertainment venue for the nightly shows. If a person were to want to just sit and enjoy their time on vacation sipping margaritas and enjoying nice meals and good company, the Tamarind Cove would be the place to be.

If however you find yourself wanting an exciting, fun-filled vacation with late-nights and late-mornings that Turtle Beach resort would be your best bet. It is located in the prime location to allow easy-access to the vibrant nightclubs and the hottest hot-spots of Barbados. The Turtle Beach also features three restaurant to choose from and a 1,500 foot beach that is made up of nice white sand, and if you are lucky enough to be there at the right time of the year you might just get to see the influx of sea-turtles that come to lay their eggs on the "turtle beach" (catch that name game?). Check it out and book here at tropicaltravel.net! Remember that at tropicaltravel.net we can match and beat any price or quote that you can find!

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Many times when people go on "all-inclusive" vacations they end up waiting in long buffet lines and are crowded into the swimming pools, clubs, and even the beach. Wherever they turn they find gobs of people that wanted the cheap vacation that they would not have to worry about all of their meals and drinks. Well that is not the case in Antigua, in fact they pride themselves on being a different kind of all-inclusive, with real french champagne on the menus and complimentary 30 minute massages. Also check out this site: antiguabeachvacation.com

The vacations to Antigua do happen to run on the more expensive side but these resorts are geared primarily for honeymoon couples and families that want a nice vacation with lots to do and nothing to worry about. The Verandah Resort and Spa has rooms starting at $620 per room a night, St. James Club starts at $625 and you can find resorts that vary in between $620 up to $2500 per night at the Jumby Bay. Most people will balk at that price, but if you are thinking "maybe I should check it out", rest assured that you get what you pay for in Antigua. Which in this case means that you get some of the highest class service, amenities, gorgeous rooms and views as well as excursions and fun activities that will keep you coming back for more! Book your trip at tropicaltravel.net!

Palace Resorts, one of the most prestigious resort chains, has opened up a new resort on the beautiful beaches of Punta Cana! This resort is in the prime location to have some of the most gorgeous views of the caribbean that one could imagine as well as its own secluded lagoon. This resort has the standard all-inclusive packaging which means that its guests all enjoy eating at their choice of eight different restaurants, top of the line domestic and imported drinks, 24 hour room service, nightly entertainment, and even a wireless internet connection.

The guests at the Moon Palace Casino, Golf and Spa Resort enjoy a choice of eight different restaurants to choose from at each meal. These choices include an international buffet that is found at the Tangerine, Japanese food at the Tao, Mexican cuisine at the Los Gallos, or if they enjoy the Caribbean and seafood delicacies they could be found at the Marina Grill. Some of the other choices could be the Samba that serves Brazillian, the Spaggo that serves American style Pizza and the Cafetto that serves the normal American style foods.

All of these restaurants are not even to mention the Xtreme Center that is the favorite choice for the teenage guests of the resort. All of the guests have a choice of three different room categories, for a price of course, and at the top of the line the Signature Presidents Suite can be rented for one of the most luxurious vacations to be found. For more information on Punta Cana click here!

If a person were to book now they would also receive what is call the 25th Anniversary Passport! This means that the guests that book a three night or more vacation at the Moon Palace Casino, Golf and Spa Resort before the 23rd of December they will get 25% off of a Golf game every day, 23% off of the spa treatments offered, and unlimited tours to a number of different destinations! Book your trip now!!

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Almond Beach Village

The Almond Beach Village consists of 400 rooms in 10 different room categories. This resort is perfect for families, and some couples. Though very beautiful, it is ideal for families, which means a lot of families travel there regularly, so couples looking for calm and secluded experience may not want to choose this resort. But for those who won't mind some of the families, there are several adults-only swimming pool on the property, along with a nightclub on the second floor, which is open until 2 a.m.

The resort went under major refurbishments about two years ago, when they added a fifth floor. They also have future upgrade plans in the making, such as plans to add four new treatment rooms to their spa.

Almond Casuarina Beach Resort

This resort, situated on Dover Beach, opens in spring on the south coast of the island. Currently, the resort is undergoing a $30 million expansion and refurbishing of the existing property. This family-oriented, all-inclusive property holds 289 rooms, separated in to six categories, ranging from standard rooms to two-bedroom suites, and as a guest here, you are given access to the other to Almond Resorts, with complimentary shuttle service between the resorts. Amenities here include: dining at the three gourmet restaurants, four bars, three swimming pools, a fitness center, tennis courts, golf, free water sports, a Kid's Club (where different age groups can find activities and more to do throughout the day), spa services, and land activities.

Their rooms come within six categories, ranging from standard rooms and two-bedroom suites. And as a guest here, you are offered access to the other two Almond Resorts in Barbados; they even have a complimentary shuttle service between the resorts for your convenience.

Sandy Lane

Sandy Lane is located only 20 minutes from Almond Beach Village, but seems worlds away. This resort is the opposite of family-oriented, but caters to more upscale couples, and is one of the most elegant properties. Known not only for their elegance, but also known to those with a passion for golf, Sandy Lane is where Tiger Woods got married, and where many come to golf. Among their courses are: the Green Monkey (world-renowned, and the most aesthetically pleasing, with waterfalls and cliffs among the many sights), the Old Nine (an executive nine-hole golf course), and the professional Country Club Golf Course. For more information regarding Barbados, contact tropicaltravel.net

The Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort&Casino has recently gone through a $20 million redesign, which is obvious the second you get there. This resort offers intimacy and serenity, along with action and activity on a beachfront access, and is perfect for everyone, from couples to families to groups. Their beautiful open-air lobby is where you will get your first impact of the intricate redesign through looking at their beautiful light fixtures, white marble floors, sleek couches, and breezy white curtains.

Their upgraded 360 guest rooms all now include flat-screen TVs, iHome alarm clocks, bathrooms with more space, rainshower showerheads and stylish marble countertops all designed with a "Caribbean-contemporary" décor in bright, but not tacky, oranges and greens. They also have many varieties and levels of Suites available, so you can choose the room that is more specific to your needs and preference.

If you are looking for unbeatable views, any of the rooms should satisfy, but the Sunset Suites and Ocean Front King Suites are the best when it comes to views and tranquility. And if you're looking for the most luxury and accommodations to really spoil yourself, the Governor's Suite would be ideal. Located on the top floor, on the Regency Club level, the space consists of cathedral ceilings, two furnished rooftop terraces, a large living room, multiple bathrooms, and Regency Club access. Through the Regency Club, you are offered complimentary breakfast, evening hors d'oeuvres and wine each day in the private lounge, a dedicated concierge staff, and more between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. And for families the three-bedroom Orquidea Suites offer you and your family a comfortable deluxe living room, a conference table for eight, a long balcony with stunning views, a master king bedroom, and two queen bedrooms with French balconies.

When it comes to dining, the Hyatt offers special accommodations that are ideal for groups, families, or couples. For groups, the qualified staff members can arrange activities and meals for groups or couples that start with a chauffeured limp ride, and are topped off with your favorite dessert and after-dinner drink. And for groups you can arrange a gourmet group brunch rich on the beach underneath a palapa. You can dine on the outdoor, torch-lit, patio of the hotel's Ruinas del Mar, which offers twists on traditional Spanish cuisine in a dramatic atmosphere. It is also recommended to tray the restaurants lavish Sunday brunch, served 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and which is popular with locals. Other dining at the restaurant include: gourmet Asian at Café Japengo, Northern Italian at the casual Café Piccolo, fresh South American food and an extensive drink menu at the Palms Restaurant, where you can dine to the sounds and entertainment of live music and Latin dancers.

For couples, you can arrange special meals or exhibitions for private occasions, such as honeymoons or engagements. The Hyatt's "Ultimate Experience" sunset cruise for two includes a private two-hour sail for two aboard the The Fiesta (a 62-foot catamaran), and where you are treated to a five-course gourmet dinner cooked onboard by a personal chef. The night starts with a limousine ride from the hotel to the pier and a red carpet escort to the ship. The bar on the ship will be pre-stocked with you choices of preferred cocktails and Dom Perignon, and you can dine and drink to the sound of the saxophone serenade, and keep these memories from the discreet, professional photographer which will take candid photos of the night.

And for activities, you can spend time at the bustling casino, listening to the live music throughout the resort, and at the many outdoor lounges. Also on the grounds is their Stillwater Spa, the Fitness center, and their three-tier pool (with swim-up Balashi Bar and waterslide). Also located at both the hotel lobby and on the beach, you will find information desks for the onsite adventure outfitters, Red Sail Sports. Through the outfitters, safe and knowledgeable guides oversee diving lessons, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing charters, and many other watersports. Their packages come in large group, family-friendly and full-day-with-meal itinerary options. For more information regarding Aruba, contact tropicaltravel.net

In Riviera Maya and Cancun there have been countless, All-Inclusive resorts built on the beach front. Most of them built as close to the beach as the government allowed and then connected to the road with private drive-ways and made into beautiful beach hotels and resorts. But the only downside to all of these beautiful, All-Inclusive resorts being constructed is that the ecosystems in the Riviera Maya have been destroyed and polluted. For instance, there is a plant called the mangrove that grows on the coastlines of most tropical locations that help protect the coasts from erosion, surge storms, and tsunamis and they do this through their root systems that work to dissipate wave energy. This plant has largely been removed from the areas that the resorts have been built to make room for pools, hotels, and driveways.

But as always there is an exception to this enviromental incident caused by all of the construction and tourism. The Mayakoba Resort and the Tres Rios Hotel have been constructed without destrying the enviroment, and have actually been built in such a way that they have helped encourage the aquatic ecosystems found in the Riviera Maya! For instance, instead of removing all of the mangroves and underground rivers that are so vitally important to the ecosystem, the Mayakoba resort has simply uncovered some of these underground rivers and has used them as the center piece of the resort creating an atmosphere of being in the jungle instead of being on the beach. But never fear! The beach is still only a few minutes away, and is actually connected to the resort via the new uncovered river systems.

But in addition to the Mayakoba the Tres Rios hotel has also implemented a new, green design that was created to not only preserve but utilize the natural ecosystem of the Mexican beaches. The Tres Rios has been built on more than 400 piles of permeable rock so that the hotel has about 3 yards of clearance between the ground/lagoon and the hotel floor. This was done so that the rivers and plant life could live on without being disturbed. Both of these hotels have actually seen an increase in animal life since being built because of the aquatic ecosystems that have been created. These hotels also utilize multiple systems of using green energy and not letting things go to waste. For instance they sort all of the garbage before it is recycled and their water comes from the ocean and is distilled in a processing machine instead of using the ground wells and depleting resources.

For more information on booking a trip to the Riviera Maya or either of these hotels please contact us at tropicaltravel.net!

If you are planning a trip at all this year, then maybe you should consider taking a fun-filled excursion to Costa Rica! In 2008 more than two million people decided to take that small step in visiting Costa Rica and that did not just happen by chance! Costa Rica is a tropical oasis with over half of its land mass protected by natural reserves! It has been deemed politically stable and economically prosperous making it a hot-spot for those business men and women looking for a good getaway from the hustle and bustle of North American culture.

Even with all of these facts stated, a person cant help but wonder what to do once you get off the plane. After you get off the plane, what you do depends on which direction you set off in! The trip from the West coast of Costa Rica to the East coast takes about three to four hours on land and only 45 minutes by air. But in that small distance a person could tour a coffee plantation, go rafting on the beautiful tropical rivers, or even climb a volcano! Taking a pit-stop in San Jose, the Costa Rican capital city, would be a must for any serious sightseer. Experiencing things like the National Symphony Orchestra, the Marriott Costa Rica, eyeballing the 1880 piece gold collection at the Gold Museum or even touring the National Museum that is built within the former Buenavista fortress.

But if big cities arent your thing, you could easily find some of the most relaxing, tropical hideaways in the area within a couple of hour from San Jose. The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve would be the place to go in February to witness not only the mating habits of the beautiful Quetzal but also the 2,500 types of plants, the 399 other species of birds, and the 110 different kinds of mammals! Or you could visit the Arenal Volcano Nation Park for a hiking excursion, the Caribbean coast to visit the Tortuguero Lodge that is placed inside the exotic Tortuguero National Park, or even the Manuel Antonio National Park that is found on the Central Pacific Coastline. There really is something for everyone that can be found in Costa Rica!

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