BeeR Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 Me and whatsername considering both - prefer as few kids as possible (not "family friendly"). Been to Bahamas so bag that. Never been to Cancun but thinking that might be more of a 20something drunk-fest than we're up for-? Other than that, pretty open. Where have you been, how much did/didn't you like it and why? Thx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 we are thinking about something like that for next april/may. we are thinking bahamas (i know, out for you), cayman, st barts, st vincent and the grenadines, and st croix vs the yucatan or ixtapa/zihuatanejo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 I really enjoyed the all-inclusive resort in Jamaica. Hawaii (Maui and Kauai) were nice, but way overpriced for what they are. What about Belize? funny you should mention that, my niece is going there for her homeymoon, she's been there before & loves it; nevertheless, did you see this documentary on nat geo channel...grenades for crying out loud!!! http://primetime.unrealitytv.co.uk/ross-ke...n-gangs-belize/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 We were at a family-friendly all-inclusive in Playa Del Carmen (just down the coast from Cancun). It was nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 Rent a sail boat and sail around the virgin islands. I've done it a couple of times and am planning on taking another sailing trip next summer. Another place in Mexico to go that isn't as "spring break" like is Cabo, there is great fishing there. I didn't care for Jamaica, thought the people were too pushy, but yanks shouldn't have much trouble fitting in. If you go to the virgin islands, go the the BVI's instead of the US islands, as the US islands have become too commercialized. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeR Posted July 22, 2009 Author Share Posted July 22, 2009 Thx but pass on sailing, no interest (and yes I've done it) and agree on Jamaica, everything I've heard gives me no interest in being there. Not into fishing but might be up for snorkeling or even diving so Caymans might work. Not up on cabo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 I've been to Cancun twice and I've been to the Caribbean (on cruises) twice. It kind of depends on what time of year you go to Cancun at. It's very commercialized (safe) but you have to avoid anything spring break-ish timing or early summer when the kids get out of school (HS kids take a summer trip there and it's basically spring break for pre-froshs). There are more remote villas on the outskirts of Cancun and all inclusives that might be what you are looking for. You can unwind and hang out and then probably catch a bus into the flea market area if you want to do more clubbin or junk shopping. As far as Caribbean, are you thinking of a cruise or just going to one island? There are plenty of awesome places to go but I would say the price probably goes up for travel to get to these places. A cruise makes the price a little better because you just have to fly (or drive) to Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, etc. Plus they include all your meals (great food) and staying. So your drinking and excursion tab is what you can control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Oven Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 ixtapa/zihuatanejo. Isn't this where all the heads rolled up on the beach a few months ago? I agree on Jamaica overrated and folks are pushy. We went to Cabo not too long ago and really enjoyed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_am_the_swammi Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 One word: Aruba. Just do it, you'll love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myhousekey Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 (edited) My wife/I and 3 other couples just booked a 4 day trip to an adults only AI resort in Puerto Morales (20 min south of Cancun). The scene south of Cancun in the Playa del Carmen area seems to be more for adults and less spring-break like compared to the Cancun hotel zone. We also looked into Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic but couldn't beat the price and direct flights to Mexico. We will probably try to do the DR trip by ourselves next year for a week (also looking at Belize and Costa Rica). Edited July 22, 2009 by myhousekey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeteebee Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 If you are looking for golf or fishing, you can't beat Los Cabos. But if you are looking for nice, swimmable beaches, I wouldn't recommend it. Snorkleing and diving are great in Cayman, although I thought the island was not very pretty. I keep hearing that Costa Rica is a great place and great mix of beaches, jungles, fishing, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmarc117 Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 pirates or drug lords Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrip Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 (edited) I traveled around Belize for 2 weeks. There are the tourist areas, then there is the other 99% of the country. If you're just going to a random resort, don't bother. It will be just like the resorts anywhere else with a couple extra trees. BUT, if you actually want to see the country it is amazing. Unless you join a gang and try to sell some drugs I promise the thought of danger won't even cross your mind. Carribean v. Mexico - I've always felt that the island vibe is pretty hard to beat. Edited July 22, 2009 by mrip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildcat2334 Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 We were at a family-friendly all-inclusive in Playa Del Carmen (just down the coast from Cancun). It was nice. werd - Playa Del Carmen is awesome - we did a combo of Cancun and Playa - both have their benefits but if you want quiet, chill and no kids running around - Playa Del Carmen is perfek. Costa Rica is one of my favorite spots as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 Look into Aruba or Cabo. Both are excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdrudge Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 Been to Bahamas so bag that.What island did you go to? We honeymooned here on Grand Bahama Island and seemed like a night and day difference from what we had seen from researching Nassau resorts. If you are wanting somewhere else just to say that you went somewhere else, that's fine. But going back to the same country but a different island may still provide a significantly different experience then what you had before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt770 Posted July 23, 2009 Share Posted July 23, 2009 werd - Playa Del Carmen is awesome - we did a combo of Cancun and Playa - both have their benefits but if you want quiet, chill and no kids running around - Playa Del Carmen is perfek. Costa Rica is one of my favorite spots as well Costa Rica is simply amazing. We honeymooned at a small resort/spa just outside of Tamarindo. The staff drove us anywhere we wanted to go, including a beach that was completely undeveloped except for a little restaurant on the sand called Lola's. It was surreal. The people are nice, the food excellent, the scenery breathtaking. We dream of retiring down there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 23, 2009 Share Posted July 23, 2009 Did Billy Ocean have a song called "Mexican Queen"? Didn't think so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimC Posted July 23, 2009 Share Posted July 23, 2009 California. It's as dirty and filthy as Mexico and the Carribean without the need for a passport. Be sure to make it to this place called "The Home Depot" and take a Mexican for a ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulzale Posted July 23, 2009 Share Posted July 23, 2009 (edited) Been to Cozumel several times and am going back in early September. Great diving, ok snorkeling, nice town center, not crowded and more of an adult crowd. We are staying at the south end of the island, which is far from town (relatively), but we don't mind as it is all inclusive and we have been to the town several times. The place is adults only and fairly reasonable Wyndham Aura , there are cheaper places to stay, but this is supposed to be one of the nicer hotels. We liked the Allegro, but that was 4 years ago. Went to Cabo in May and enjoyed it, during the swine flu scare and it was empty. Lots of cool places to eat out and drink. Resort was nice, snorkeling sucked, not much for SCUBA nearby, overall very relaxing. Golf is awesome but pricey here. Edited July 23, 2009 by paulzale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDFFFreak Posted July 23, 2009 Share Posted July 23, 2009 Cabo San Lucas is a great place to go and plenty of non-family places, although many of these places you will run into kids. Obviously, if you go during the school year, the less kids you'll run into. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeR Posted July 24, 2009 Author Share Posted July 24, 2009 Thx for all the repliies. Have talked to some people at work who mostly concur w/what's said here. holy **** - there's something that people here know wth they're talking about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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