Keep in mind when purchasing a suitcase to pay special attention to the WEIGHT of the suitcase. Most airlines, especially charters, are very strict with the weight restriction of 20 kg per person, and will charge you big dollars for every kilogram you are over. When you think you have found that ideal suitcase, give it a lift with your finger, and you might be surprised how heavy it is when you start comparing it to others of the same size!
Location: Riviera Maya, Mexico
Hotel: Catalonia Yucatan
Date Visited: November 21 – 28, 2008 (one week stay)
Price Paid: $549.00 each + tax. Booked 1 month before trip.
Room#: 3119 – Partial ocean view, plus pool view. Room was small, no mini fridge. I would not recommend this resort if you want to have three adults in a room. Cot provided was very poor.
Weather Conditions: Very cool at night so bring a sweater and long pants, if you travel at this time of year.
Snorkeling: On the lagoon side the snorkeling was poor; murky water with poor visibility. Ocean side very good.
Beach: Swim shoes needed on ocean side, not required for lagoon area. Many children at the lagoon beach area. Ocean side chairs were situated side-by-side … way too close for my liking.
Food: Overall very good. Japanese Restaurant had the best selection of international liquor.
Service: Excellent front desk service, food service was impressive, and bar service at the beach was a very nice touch!
Opinions/Tips: You can walk easily to the marina where there is good shopping and small pubs.
Would I return: Only if it was an amazing sell-off price.
DEPARTURE DATE: Monday, February 23rd, 2009 (7 nights – all inclusive)
DESTINATION: Samana, D.R. – 4* Grand Paradise Samana
PRICE: $697 + tax
SOURCE: Sunquest.ca
2009 Georgian Bay Visitor Guide is now available for free by calling 1-800-263-7745 or you can download it at www.georgianbaytourism.on.ca.
