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Hi Ted, thanks for watching our videos and subscribing. I would lean towards Sanctuary. More options for food (when you include the market area options, even though they are an extra cost), and the beach at Sanctuary is much better than Playa Costa Verde.

Yes, you'll have full access to the entire resort, including Diamond Club amenities!

There are umbrellas around, and lots of palapas on the beach. As for why there are few guests around, it's due to a few reasons.. I tend to video early morning before most folks are up and about, this was recorded in the fall, low season, and it's just following resorts reopening after covid closures. 🙂

There are no limits on the number of A La Cartes. However, it wasn't always very easy to book them. You have to book them through your butler, daily, but each butler has a limited number of tables available to book and they tend to book up fast. To be sure you do get something, see your butler first thing each morning.

Paraiso yes, Sanctuary no.

Food and drinks were ok. There were shortages of various items (eggs, bacon, etc), but you could always find something to eat. IMO, no one should go to Cuba for the food or drinks. They have a supply chain issue that will not be going away anytime soon.

IMO, this is a great resort for families. It has the water park right at the resort, Kid's pool, etc. Lots for kids and parents!

This was a fall vacation, the resort was very busy. Not sure if it was full occupancy or not.

Food is very subjective. In our opinion, it was very good, but you'll also see many comments that the food is not that great. I never go to an all-inclusive expecting a world-class culinary experience.

Thank you very much for your information

No, single bedroom, open concept, the bathroom has a door.

Beach is fairly close, max 1/2 km walk. Yes, staff can transport guests around the resort if needed. There is plenty of options for Fruit and veg.

@@fan1080Travels You rock! Thx for the reply! Lovely video. Did you enjoy this resort ?h dear just saw again and saw the pig on spit. Being vegan cannot take that visually.

@@Paterson340 the resort was ok, typical for Cuba. Food was nothing special, there was always something to eat. The drinks were the worst part. Constantly running out of supplies, and sometimes only diet cola for mix (Cuban cola, no coke/pepsi when we were there). The pig on the spit happens once a week, and is located right outside the main buffet next to the pool, really hard not to see it, but you could avoid it if absolutely necessary.

Dreams Macao Beach is the only resort in that immediate area. Punta Cana resort are spread out over about 40-50 kms, dozens of options. To date, our favorite resorts have been Secrets Royal Beach and Excellence.

Most modern devices are good for dual voltage. Just check your charger to see if it is good for 120-220V.

Cuba will likely continue to have supply chain issues for some time to come. It's all about knowing there could be issues and accepting what comes our way. We will go back to Cuba in the future, but we like to try other resorts.

I don't recall there being an elevator from the lobby to the lower pool decks. There is a path that goes from the lobby entrance down to the lower deck level though. It might be an option, but would be a bit of a walk and there is an elevation change as well. The guys at the entrance to the lobby might be able to assist with a ride in one of the golf carts.

Pretty much every beach resort will have them. Just take some bug repellent with you.

The resort is showing some age, as do most Cuba resorts, but it's still a great place to vacation! Thanks for your comment.

Yes, you have full access to all 3 Memories resorts, including Diamond Club extras! Thanks for the question and watching.

Just a few weeks ago, Jan 18-25!

We tend to mix it up as far as vacation destinations. We like to try various locations.

I hear what you are saying, and food is very subjective.

Thanks for the tip!

Yes, just as long we we know what to expect, our vacations can be what we make them.

Thanks for the kind words.

I appreciate that, thanks!

I’m here now. The beach is wonderful the property needs maintenance everywhere.

You're welcome!

Without going extreme, I really have no suggestions. Bringing something to barricade the entire double door would be the only solution in my opinion, but that's really isn't feasible. Hopefully the resort is actively working on making them more secure.

Unless the children are very good swimmers, it would not be suggested to allow them in alone, in my opinion. The big waves are fun, but can also catch you off guard.

Cuba has some challenges that Punta Cana does not. Mostly with the supply of food and drinks. Cuba has long struggled to keep up with demand in that regard. That doesn't mean you'll go hungry or not have a drink available, but there will be a shortage of options at times. For instance, you may not be able to get your favorite drink in Cuba at times during the day, and the food can be repetitive. Punta Cana has access to a better supply chain and will not have those issues like Cuba. There could be an odd instance of it in Punta Cana now and then, but Cuba can experience this daily. Typically, the cost to vacation in Cuba will be much less expensive than other destinations. If you go with an open mind and know these issues ahead of time, Cuba can be an awesome vacation destination, but it's certainly not for everyone. In my opinion, it's not really fair to compare resorts in Cuba to resorts in Punta Cana.

@@fan1080TravelsThank you for the detailed response.

@@Dobemandan You're very welcome. Good luck with your vacation research.

We had a chat with our butler about the room service door issue. He just said it's ok, just keep the latch closed. That latch would do nothing to keep a motivated individual out. The resort knew about the problem well before we arrived (we had heard reports before we arrived). For whatever reason, they chose not to address it. Not sure if it's been rectified since we were there, but it wouldn't surprise me if it hasn't been addressed.

I believe all rooms have the room service door. We were in a preferred club, ocean view room, #1311.

@fan1080Travels ok thx. I''m going to bring something to lock that up. That is just crazy!

@@tracymartin1336 We plan to take something to try to secure it as well. Have you been and found anything that worked?

@@user-lq7cj6hw1v yes we were in room 1325. I took 2 black zip ties and secured it that way. Worked perfectly 👍🏾

Turquesa guests have access to Bavaro and Punta Cana only.

I don't recall any beach parties.

Yes, it is in spots. But, yoiu can pick you way through the rocks out into nice sandy bottom. Beach is awesome there.

I'm excited because a little bit of rock area means snorkeling🐠