Yes this resort was a lot of fun! Happy belated birthday to your sister! What an awesome place to celebrate! Thanks for watching all the way from the UK!
Dee your too funny. Love the way that Phil "JONES" on you (and you LOVE it)... A cat out of water. Thank you guys for this, my daughter telling me to stay off the cruise ship next year, and RUI has been suggested. Will keep watching for more hints... Uncle Eddie
What's up Unc? Yea she act like she don't like it, but she secretly does. Lol you are absolutely welcome. We love a good cruise, but this trip may have us wanting to mix it up now. We love a good RIU, but they aren't all equal. We found that out in the next series we're getting ready to put out. *spoiler alert*
❤❤Team Dee! You go as far in the water as you want. Even if you get your toes wet, you went to the beach! Hubby and our boys love the water, I get my feet wet and take their pictures 📷 😊
Hey James how have you guys been? Sorry for getting this video out so late, but it's good to hear from you. I was wondering if you were going to make an appearance while I was editing this. Lol
See, I much prefer the beach/ocean to a pool, so I don’t blame you, Dee! You look good, girl! Mediterranean 2025? 👀 That ocean would’ve cooled you down, Dee… go ahead and get in that water! 🏖️ We still gotta get those classes in. 🏊🏽♀️ Let Dee live! Italian, for the win! Enjoying this series! We ❤ a good all-inclusive!
Yea she loves the beach, but don't let any fish come around 🤣 all those swim lessons will be out the window lol. The Italian was so good. We didn't think it would be that great, but glad we tried it. I could use another all-inclusive real soon.
Hey guys. Oh you made the full breakfast 🙌🏼. Oh. Look at this pool with the swim up bar and seating in the pool. One thing with them, there pools are 🔥. I was wondering if that was paper towel on your neck 😂. Your suit is 🔥. Cool down in the pool. Yes Mediterranean. Greece in particular. 10 minute walk? Oh hells no. That’s 30 minutes for me 😂😂. Tram please lol. I take it Dee cannot swim. Phil. Let Dee live. She living her best life ankle deep 😂. Y’all too cute. Yes we had that issue. One fella in our party of 8 had on a sleeveless shirt. They would not let us in the restaurant but they had outdoor seating so we ate there. Oh the club is packed. Last night. Thanks for sharing 🤗. Til the next adventure.
Finally on the last day and I'm mad we missed out on all that the 2 days before. It was really good. Love a good swim up bar. Surprised Dee got in. Yea Dee was out there turning heads in her swim suit. We are still looking into the Mediterranean, we have a little time. The shuttle came in handy, especially with the heat. And you guessed right. She's been looking into taking lessons. Thank you for watching as always.
Great close to the series. Y'all had me cracking up. I was laughing at Phil missing the "farewell" song you get on the ships. Looks like y'all had a great trip. Thanks for sharing!
Yes it was a great trip! But yea i missed having the waiters and cabin Stewarts that you build a relationship with on cruises. It's more personable on ships, but Fontaine made sure we had a great time.
Glad y'all finally caught breakfast, but who sets an alarm on vacation. They kept the drinks coming too. Shout-out to James & Morgan from the UK. Phil always meeting friends 😂😂😂. Cruise in June 2024 and mediterranean in 2025.🔥🔥🔥. Glad y'all were able to enjoy the beach at the sister property. Phil had to go back to change shirts. Smh. I totally understand. This has been a great series, and thank you for taking us with y'all
Man, and it was off the chain! We only set alarms for early excursions or debarkation. Yea they was rolling em out at the swim up bar. What can I say? People just think I look friendly and want to strike up convos with me. Lol yea the beach was beautiful, but thank God for the shuttle especially with that heat. Lol we appreciate yall tagging along for the journey.
Oh yea thats what she says about Jacuzzis. Lol but yea when you think about it, everybody's lotions, sunscreen and tanning lotions, sweat and other body fluids are all in there just getting mixed together 🤣
If it's the same demographic when you visit, then you'll feel right at home. Lol we had a great time here. So glad to hear you are enjoying the vlogs and they are helping you get an idea of what it's like.
You can try new things Dee. Okay Phil, not playing with them shots!! Of course Dee looks good!! But it's Mexico, you know you gonna sweat! Make the Med happen y'all!! On the club scene, you did say there were more UK and Mex than US there. So I'd say that was expected.
That Mexican sun don't play! And true, I never looked at it that way about the club scene, guess I'm used to American parties and club scenes. Good point.
Love your channel. We’re cruise lovers too. We’ve had loads of fun doing all sorts of things, meeting all sorts a people cruisers and cruise staff. We’ve had the good fortune of doing longer cruises 20+ days. Only problem has been noisy cabins - which we have complained snd been compensated for. Best cabins are ones with a balcony and cabins above and below and beside. Sure Inside cabins and window-only save money but I’m there for the experience. We like to fly red-eye first class to the port, now thats a money saving tip. Plus get to the port a day ahead. I even book a room the day before we arrive so I can check in to the hotel at like 9am, rather than have to wait til check-in time like 3 or 4pm - now that’s worth it.
Thank you so much! Yes, we love the bonds you build with the waiters and room Stewarts. That's what makes it so hard to leave. Ooohhhh 20+? I hope we're fortunate enough to get there 1 day. Our work schedule doesn't currently allow it. Love a balcony especially for longer sailings. Yes we always get to the port a day early. Except once and we regretted it because we were so tired. Good idea about booking a day early. Especially since most check ins aren't until 3.
Me and my missus stayed here from the uk in December. Really enjoyed it proper chill place. Going back again this year. Thanks for the video. We didn't do any of the activities off the resort as the prices are ridiculously expensive.
Oh nice! yes, it's a very nice resort to kick back and relax. I did notice thatm the prices were higher than what were used to paying. I hope you all have an even better time when you return.
@@philanddeetravels we ended up going to the supermarket just outside of playacar too due to the high resort store prices. Paying local prices instead of inflated tourist prices was a massive help. Medicine etc which was like $20 for pain killers on the resort ended up costing pennies. We can't wait to go back. Thanks for your reply
Of for sure! The price gouge tourists all the time. We've never bought meds in Mexico but we have had friends that do, and they always brag about the cheaper prices. I think for us, we'd rather take what we know than to risk buying something internationally. Lol
Shiiiiid this is what I dislike most with hotel/resorts and cruises, too many rules and lines. Imagine a restaurant with no customers turning you away for having the audacity to wear a tank top on the beach when it’s ninety degrees outside! Just found the channel, love the energy from this amazing couple.
Yea we hate lines too but it's all part of the experience. I didn't dee the big deal either, but I wasn't tripping too hard. They were fine with a regular T-shirt. Also glad they didn't make me put long pants on but it is what it is. Lol preciate the kind remarks and welcome to the fam. Thanks for watching.
I don’t know D.. I go through the same thing with my husband. He is not a water baby. So I’ll always have to fuss with him to get in the water. Unless the swim up bar is under some extreme shade, he will not get in. So I’m team Phil on this one.
We are staying at Riu Tequila this July and can’t wait! Question about the breakfast, did they have Mimosas or Bloody Mary’s (I sound like a lush!)? Thanks for your great and honest reviews!
Oh that exciting. We loved it. All you have to do is ask one of the waiters or waitresses and they will gladly go to the bar and get it for you. Thu were really nice. The waiters are all responsible for certain tables so they will be by to check on you frequently in the buffet. And you are very welcome.
No, but thank goodness for the tram ride to the sister property because we were in your shoes too. We had no idea until well after we booked that our property was not on the beach front. 🤣
I am from the uk and I stayed there in February with family for my sister’s 60th birthday loved it xx
Yes this resort was a lot of fun! Happy belated birthday to your sister! What an awesome place to celebrate! Thanks for watching all the way from the UK!
Dee your too funny. Love the way that Phil "JONES" on you (and you LOVE it)... A cat out of water. Thank you guys for this, my daughter telling me to stay off the cruise ship next year, and RUI has been suggested. Will keep watching for more hints... Uncle Eddie
What's up Unc? Yea she act like she don't like it, but she secretly does. Lol you are absolutely welcome. We love a good cruise, but this trip may have us wanting to mix it up now. We love a good RIU, but they aren't all equal. We found that out in the next series we're getting ready to put out. *spoiler alert*
❤❤Team Dee! You go as far in the water as you want. Even if you get your toes wet, you went to the beach! Hubby and our boys love the water, I get my feet wet and take their pictures 📷 😊
Thank you!! I'm so happy someone understands me!! I'm good for popping out the phone to take pictures of them lol.
It's James from James and Morgan 😂 A lot further North than London lol was great to meet you and loving the series!
Hey James how have you guys been? Sorry for getting this video out so late, but it's good to hear from you. I was wondering if you were going to make an appearance while I was editing this. Lol
Dee has me cracking up 🤣🤣🤣 “wish I woulda met you” ☠️. She sounds just like me! That would’ve been Ron in the pool making friends 😂
She is something else. 🤣 she could've met them if she stayed in the pool, but she was sitting out there baking. 🤣
Y’all both are a riot 😂 great personalities and Phil next time LET DEE LIVE 😂
Nah Dee is the 1. I tell her she's hilarious all the time then she looks at me like im crazy. Lol thank you.
See, I much prefer the beach/ocean to a pool, so I don’t blame you, Dee! You look good, girl! Mediterranean 2025? 👀 That ocean would’ve cooled you down, Dee… go ahead and get in that water! 🏖️ We still gotta get those classes in. 🏊🏽♀️ Let Dee live! Italian, for the win! Enjoying this series! We ❤ a good all-inclusive!
Yea she loves the beach, but don't let any fish come around 🤣 all those swim lessons will be out the window lol. The Italian was so good. We didn't think it would be that great, but glad we tried it. I could use another all-inclusive real soon.
I was there in March. The limes were amazing. Did you see those rat monkey possum looking animals. 😂😂😂😂😂. I really enjoy that resort.
Yes we did! I believe they're called Coatis. We saw 1 jump in a trash can looking for food. 🤣 we really enjoyed it to. Everyone was very nice.
Hey guys. Oh you made the full breakfast 🙌🏼. Oh. Look at this pool with the swim up bar and seating in the pool. One thing with them, there pools are 🔥. I was wondering if that was paper towel on your neck 😂. Your suit is 🔥. Cool down in the pool. Yes Mediterranean. Greece in particular. 10 minute walk? Oh hells no. That’s 30 minutes for me 😂😂. Tram please lol. I take it Dee cannot swim. Phil. Let Dee live. She living her best life ankle deep 😂. Y’all too cute. Yes we had that issue. One fella in our party of 8 had on a sleeveless shirt. They would not let us in the restaurant but they had outdoor seating so we ate there. Oh the club is packed. Last night. Thanks for sharing 🤗. Til the next adventure.
Finally on the last day and I'm mad we missed out on all that the 2 days before. It was really good. Love a good swim up bar. Surprised Dee got in. Yea Dee was out there turning heads in her swim suit. We are still looking into the Mediterranean, we have a little time. The shuttle came in handy, especially with the heat. And you guessed right. She's been looking into taking lessons. Thank you for watching as always.
😃😃😃👋🏾👋🏾👋🏾 yes, I've been following along with the no breakfast. Lol! Awww...
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Dee, you look great! 💐 Loving this video so far. 🙂
I try to tell her she looks great all the time bur she's so critical on herself for no reason. Lol
Yall have all of us ready to book all inclusives. I haven't done all-inclusive since May 2021 or 2022 so I'm overdue. Great series!!
Gon head and book it. Love the vibe of the all inclusives. It's relaxing and not too busy. Also spread out snf not on top of everybody else.
Great close to the series. Y'all had me cracking up. I was laughing at Phil missing the "farewell" song you get on the ships. Looks like y'all had a great trip. Thanks for sharing!
Yes it was a great trip! But yea i missed having the waiters and cabin Stewarts that you build a relationship with on cruises. It's more personable on ships, but Fontaine made sure we had a great time.
Glad y'all finally caught breakfast, but who sets an alarm on vacation. They kept the drinks coming too. Shout-out to James & Morgan from the UK. Phil always meeting friends 😂😂😂. Cruise in June 2024 and
mediterranean in 2025.🔥🔥🔥. Glad y'all were able to enjoy the beach at the sister property. Phil had to go back to change shirts. Smh. I totally understand. This has been a great series, and thank you for taking us with y'all
Man, and it was off the chain! We only set alarms for early excursions or debarkation. Yea they was rolling em out at the swim up bar. What can I say? People just think I look friendly and want to strike up convos with me. Lol yea the beach was beautiful, but thank God for the shuttle especially with that heat. Lol we appreciate yall tagging along for the journey.
Great series y’all!
Thank you 😊
I’m with Dee I can’t do the pool it feels unclean!!! 😂😂😂 Just marinating in there!!! 😆
Oh yea thats what she says about Jacuzzis. Lol but yea when you think about it, everybody's lotions, sunscreen and tanning lotions, sweat and other body fluids are all in there just getting mixed together 🤣
We are going to the Riu end of year and we are british! 😂 great informative vlog, looks like you had an awesome time! ❤
If it's the same demographic when you visit, then you'll feel right at home. Lol we had a great time here. So glad to hear you are enjoying the vlogs and they are helping you get an idea of what it's like.
🤣 so how was the avocado toast lol? Jo’Marie has been begging to try it and it’s just something I can’t wrap my mind around lol
With a some salt and pepper it's pretty good. Now just straight plain avocado and toast, it's very bland.
Day 3 video lets gooooo!!
Have you even been watching like that? Lol
Cmon on nowww you know I tune in!
@@codyroycee haven't seen you comment all series or last series 🤣
Yes, do the Med!!!
We've got a busy summer so we'll get to planning in August.
Like 124.👍 Beautiful video.👌👌👌 Nice sharing ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏
Thank you so much. We appreciate you stopping by to watch. 😁
Another great Vlog. Let Dee Live😊. Excited about going to the RIU in July.
Thank you Chevonne. What's the name of the 1 you're going to in Ocho Rios?
Mammee Bay, I’m not sure if there is another that’s the only one I saw.
@chevonnebutler2859 ok we will have to check it out. Also keep us informed on how you like it. We love Jamaica.
@@philanddeetravels I sure will
@@chevonnebutler2859 looking forward to it. 😁
A time was had on y’all trip! Thanks for taking us along family!
Oh it was a great time! Glad you enjoyed.
You can try new things Dee. Okay Phil, not playing with them shots!! Of course Dee looks good!! But it's Mexico, you know you gonna sweat! Make the Med happen y'all!! On the club scene, you did say there were more UK and Mex than US there. So I'd say that was expected.
That Mexican sun don't play! And true, I never looked at it that way about the club scene, guess I'm used to American parties and club scenes. Good point.
Ha! Dee is like me. I’ll go in the water up to my waist though. But that’s it! 😂
Nah this girl here will barely get her toenails wet! 🤣
Love your channel. We’re cruise lovers too. We’ve had loads of fun doing all sorts of things, meeting all sorts a people cruisers and cruise staff. We’ve had the good fortune of doing longer cruises 20+ days. Only problem has been noisy cabins - which we have complained snd been compensated for. Best cabins are ones with a balcony and cabins above and below and beside. Sure Inside cabins and window-only save money but I’m there for the experience. We like to fly red-eye first class to the port, now thats a money saving tip.
Plus get to the port a day ahead.
I even book a room the day before we arrive so I can check in to the hotel at like 9am, rather than have to wait til check-in time like 3 or 4pm - now that’s worth it.
Thank you so much! Yes, we love the bonds you build with the waiters and room Stewarts. That's what makes it so hard to leave. Ooohhhh 20+? I hope we're fortunate enough to get there 1 day. Our work schedule doesn't currently allow it. Love a balcony especially for longer sailings. Yes we always get to the port a day early. Except once and we regretted it because we were so tired. Good idea about booking a day early. Especially since most check ins aren't until 3.
Nice video, my family are from London and looking to go to this hotel next year so booking soon, thanks for doing this ❤
Thank you and you’re welcome 😊
I think y'all should do a Mediterranean all exclusive!
As long as the flight prices aren't outrageous, we're all for it! Going to start researching soon so we can plan it.
Me and my missus stayed here from the uk in December.
Really enjoyed it proper chill place. Going back again this year.
Thanks for the video.
We didn't do any of the activities off the resort as the prices are ridiculously expensive.
Oh nice! yes, it's a very nice resort to kick back and relax. I did notice thatm the prices were higher than what were used to paying. I hope you all have an even better time when you return.
@@philanddeetravels we ended up going to the supermarket just outside of playacar too due to the high resort store prices. Paying local prices instead of inflated tourist prices was a massive help.
Medicine etc which was like $20 for pain killers on the resort ended up costing pennies.
We can't wait to go back. Thanks for your reply
Of for sure! The price gouge tourists all the time. We've never bought meds in Mexico but we have had friends that do, and they always brag about the cheaper prices. I think for us, we'd rather take what we know than to risk buying something internationally. Lol
You guys are too cute❤....loved watching....returning to tequila in July 😁😁😁😁
Thank you so much. Glad to hear you are enjoying. Ooooh I hope you have a great time again. We loved it!
Shiiiiid this is what I dislike most with hotel/resorts and cruises, too many rules and lines. Imagine a restaurant with no customers turning you away for having the audacity to wear a tank top on the beach when it’s ninety degrees outside! Just found the channel, love the energy from this amazing couple.
Yea we hate lines too but it's all part of the experience. I didn't dee the big deal either, but I wasn't tripping too hard. They were fine with a regular T-shirt. Also glad they didn't make me put long pants on but it is what it is. Lol preciate the kind remarks and welcome to the fam. Thanks for watching.
I don’t know D.. I go through the same thing with my husband. He is not a water baby. So I’ll always have to fuss with him to get in the water. Unless the swim up bar is under some extreme shade, he will not get in. So I’m team Phil on this one.
Finally someone takes my side. Everyone always takes up for Dee 🤣
We are staying at Riu Tequila this July and can’t wait! Question about the breakfast, did they have Mimosas or Bloody Mary’s (I sound like a lush!)? Thanks for your great and honest reviews!
Oh that exciting. We loved it. All you have to do is ask one of the waiters or waitresses and they will gladly go to the bar and get it for you. Thu were really nice. The waiters are all responsible for certain tables so they will be by to check on you frequently in the buffet. And you are very welcome.
4:14 what’s the name of the blue drink please?
Not even gonna lie to you, we can't remember 🤣🤣🤣 but there was definitely blue curacao and rum in it for sure! Lol
Wait whatttt no beach???? Im planning on goin this month and had no idea it didnt have a beach😢
No, but thank goodness for the tram ride to the sister property because we were in your shoes too. We had no idea until well after we booked that our property was not on the beach front. 🤣
Dee!….Come on now. What’s up with the water? Did they push you in the deep end during summer camp? 😂
Yes, but in college! 😫
All that carb goodness... I'm doing Keto so I'll have to pass😢😢😢
Oh no!!! How's keto going? We've seen lots of people doing it but we need to do something, summer is right around the corner again lol
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