Domincan Republic

Paradisus Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Seen 1/09 by Lucy Hicks
This resort is very spread out and really needs the golf carts to take you to the beach from some rooms. It is 15 minutes from the apo. They divide the resort into 3 categories and the most upscale rooms are the furthest from the beach, however the difference between the bottom 2 categories is minimal-really just bath products. The food product was great and the all inclusive was easy-upscale bracelets. Staff was helpful and friendly. Lovely grounds and gym but their golf course is about 15 min by car. The spa was small and the dressing room was lacking. The beach was huge and the sand was like sugar. There are 10 restaurants mostly open for dinner but 3 buffet outlets for breakfast and lunch. This hotel is great for groups and upscale families.

Caribe Tropical, Dominican Republic
Seen 1/09 by Lucy Hicks
Boy is this hotel huge and spread out. Almost too much to walk around without flats-don’t wear heals ladies! Nice spa, gym and lobby area. Food was good but not great. There are about 12 restaurants-almost too many to choose from for a week stay. The prop is next to the only high end shopping mall in Punta Cana. Golf is across the street.