Pretty accurate review of our recent March 2023 experience too. Having never been to an all inclusive-and having nothing to compare it to-we agree with almost everything you’ve said! Especially the privilege part. Regarding the gym, we walked by it so many times during our stay and it was practically empty so making it bigger doesn’t seem realistic to us. Reviews are so subjective based on what we each expect or want but this review was very well rounded. We’d go back to Ocean Blue
We arrived in 2 weeks after Hurrican Ian, September 2022. It was our 5th time at this resort and sad to see the destruction, but they did a terrific job getting things cleaned up and operating. The Manager (Jose) went out of his way to help us. We traveled from Pennsylvania and booked the package with AmStar. Our AmStar rep (Junior) was available every day to help us with excursions and return travel arrangements. The fact that the property is compact makes it convenient to get around easy. Mike's coffee house is probably our favorite hangout any time of the day or night. It feels like home every time we arrived.
Hi, great video. Very informative. Do you remember which types of alcohol is included if you're Not privilege? Which kind of whiskey, gin, vodka? Thanks so much
@@coricoburnets7116 I just got back from Riu Bambu ! I loved it but I met other people from riu bavaro and Riu palace and I would prefer to stay there instead. The food/drinks were much better. Just a heads up it is a party resort but you don’t have to go to the party’s, they have live shows and themed dinners. There was a wide range of all ages & the service over all was excellent from the staff.
I really liked this resort. Check-in was crappy, yes. The food was pretty good, imo. Like you said, some of the staff were good with service while others seemed too serious and afew who seemed to not want to be there, etc. A little bit of language barrier at times. The pools are huge, and the beach had very little seaweed there at least when we went. The rooms were nice and kept decently clean, etc. Overall, I would rate it a 7.5 - 8. Benjamin who works at Mike's Coffee Shop there who is a barista is such a great guy. Please, go talk to him. Yordi at the Sports Bar late at night was great as well! Hope to see you both sometime again! I would go back for sure.
Also want to add that this is a large resort with alot of walking, but I didn't mind one bit. They have converted golf carts that will pick you up and drop-off pretty quickly. Always running. Lots of night life and shows quite often. Decent restaurants.
Love the review so informative, happy belated to your mom!!! Also where the heck did you get that white dress, keeps popping up in the video and you look amazing!
Hmmm, I was thinking of going here on my own for a solo vacation to relax from work -- but your overall review gives me a vibe that the place is not too great overall. Looking at Iberostar Punta Cana, but more expensive.
What an amazing family trip we got to experience with our family ❤, the resort was nice but unfortunately the check in and the food was not to our liking, I hope this review helps the resort and staff to improved in those areas and make it a better experience for the next guest..
I'm so shocked at the state of the beach! We visited ocean blue and sand in 2013 and the beach was BEAUTIFUL! There was no huge drop off from erosion and there was no seaweed at all! There were lounge chairs all over the place! They clearly can't keep up with the erosion problem. That's very disappointing.
Wow that's why I love Sandals because everyone gets premium drinks at the bar. And privileged you mean club leval? Thanks again fir your review I'm actually thinking of changing. Whats your favourite resort in the dr? We liked Majestic Elegance.
Our favorite resort in DR is Sanctuary Cap Cana, we went there for our honeymoon, and it was the best resort we have ever stayed at. We are actually in the middle of editing that video so our viewers can see it. It was magical. So stay tuned, and thank you for subscribing to our channel
there are many islands in the caribbean but the islands of cuba,haiti,dominican republic and puerto rico seem to get hit by hurricanes far more than other islands. those islands are smack bang in the middle of the caribbean and seem to get hit by hurricanes way more often than other islands such as jamaica,barbados and trinidad and tobago.
I couldn’t agree more with the check in frustration , I got to this resort at 12 pm dressed in my winter attire, had to sweat for 3 and a half hours waiting for the room it wasted our entire first day. Everything is too far and spread out and if you want nice beach water this is the Atlantic side of the island , should Stay on the carribean side. Very disappointing.
A cab from the airport is $40-$45 US. Check with your tour operator as transfer may be included in your package. Have not done any tours but hear that Soana Island is amazing
Your review is so honest . Thank you
Thank you for the review. I'm trying to plan a trip with hubby and 16 yr old son to the DR. Food, room, and entertainment is the most important to us.
Pretty accurate review of our recent March 2023 experience too. Having never been to an all inclusive-and having nothing to compare it to-we agree with almost everything you’ve said! Especially the privilege part. Regarding the gym, we walked by it so many times during our stay and it was practically empty so making it bigger doesn’t seem realistic to us. Reviews are so subjective based on what we each expect or want but this review was very well rounded. We’d go back to Ocean Blue
Did you feel like it was safe to travel there ?
We arrived in 2 weeks after Hurrican Ian, September 2022. It was our 5th time at this resort and sad to see the destruction, but they did a terrific job getting things cleaned up and operating. The Manager (Jose) went out of his way to help us. We traveled from Pennsylvania and booked the package with AmStar. Our AmStar rep (Junior) was available every day to help us with excursions and return travel arrangements. The fact that the property is compact makes it convenient to get around easy. Mike's coffee house is probably our favorite hangout any time of the day or night. It feels like home every time we arrived.
Thanks for your honest and very helpful review this will help a lot of people. Thanks for your time and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to your MOM!!!!!!
Thanks for watching and we are happy to hear this video is helpful
Going to Punta Cana in a few weeks. The you for your review. You have a beautiful family. Happy Birthday Mom! 🎉🎉🎉
I love the way you guys reviewed the hotel it was so well explained,
Thank you!!
Thanks for watching
Great review, Will and LV!
Thanks cuz . Glad you enjoyed it 😀
Hi, great video. Very informative.
Do you remember which types of alcohol is included if you're Not privilege? Which kind of whiskey, gin, vodka?
Thanks so much
Great review!Heading there in October!!!
@@arnsebs6996 Enjoy! thanks for watching
Iove your video, you covered everything.
We're going in November for 15 nights a long vacation I know.
We're also celebrating our Anniversary there.
Wow I can't wait till the day comes when I too can go on vacation for 15 days. It must be such a great feeling..
Have fun!
@I girl Maranda We do have to sacrifice other things that we'd usually do, like going out for meals etc.
Thanks for your review it was really helpful! I was supposed to go to this one in October but I’m looking at other options now.
@Jennim23 What did you decide on? This was a good review and I'm curious to see what alternatives are comparable.
@@coricoburnets7116 I just got back from Riu Bambu ! I loved it but I met other people from riu bavaro and Riu palace and I would prefer to stay there instead. The food/drinks were much better. Just a heads up it is a party resort but you don’t have to go to the party’s, they have live shows and themed dinners. There was a wide range of all ages & the service over all was excellent from the staff.
@@coricoburnets7116 ocean el faro was another good one!
Very great review. Seems honest and fair.
Thank you for watching
I really liked this resort. Check-in was crappy, yes. The food was pretty good, imo. Like you said, some of the staff were good with service while others seemed too serious and afew who seemed to not want to be there, etc. A little bit of language barrier at times. The pools are huge, and the beach had very little seaweed there at least when we went. The rooms were nice and kept decently clean, etc. Overall, I would rate it a 7.5 - 8. Benjamin who works at Mike's Coffee Shop there who is a barista is such a great guy. Please, go talk to him. Yordi at the Sports Bar late at night was great as well! Hope to see you both sometime again! I would go back for sure.
Also want to add that this is a large resort with alot of walking, but I didn't mind one bit. They have converted golf carts that will pick you up and drop-off pretty quickly. Always running. Lots of night life and shows quite often. Decent restaurants.
Good information to make a decision on whether I want to stay there
when was this i have friend going there in may 2023
This was December 2022
Love the review so informative, happy belated to your mom!!! Also where the heck did you get that white dress, keeps popping up in the video and you look amazing!
Thank you for the beautiful comment and my sisters and I got the same white dress from Shein, it was so affordable and perfect for the occasion 😉
Hmmm, I was thinking of going here on my own for a solo vacation to relax from work -- but your overall review gives me a vibe that the place is not too great overall. Looking at Iberostar Punta Cana, but more expensive.
I heard that one is good . We also loved the Hyatt Zilara in Cap Cana
Thanks for this! It really helped us to make a decision
What an amazing family trip we got to experience with our family ❤, the resort was nice but unfortunately the check in and the food was not to our liking, I hope this review helps the resort and staff to improved in those areas and make it a better experience for the next guest..
I'm so shocked at the state of the beach! We visited ocean blue and sand in 2013 and the beach was BEAUTIFUL! There was no huge drop off from erosion and there was no seaweed at all! There were lounge chairs all over the place! They clearly can't keep up with the erosion problem. That's very disappointing.
This is very helpful guys!
Thanks for watching . Glad it helped
Thanks for the video. Is there a dress code in the restaurants? Do men have to wear dress pants?
You don't have to wear dress pants but in some no shorts and sandles are allowed . I got into all the restaurants with plain sneakers and jeans
@WillFons ok great thank you
Thanks for the video 📹 great family!! That's y this hotel is on sale now for 500 with Flights
For that price I would go again
Wow that's why I love Sandals because everyone gets premium drinks at the bar.
And privileged you mean club leval?
Thanks again fir your review I'm actually thinking of changing.
Whats your favourite resort in the dr? We liked Majestic Elegance.
Our favorite resort in DR is Sanctuary Cap Cana, we went there for our honeymoon, and it was the best resort we have ever stayed at. We are actually in the middle of editing that video so our viewers can see it. It was magical. So stay tuned, and thank you for subscribing to our channel
If your in a club room do you get alcohol, was just wondering what the extras are.
Yes they have an all inclusive bar in the club
Hurricanes devastates resorts especially the beach.
Sad but true . I imagine the beach on this resort was once beautiful
there are many islands in the caribbean but the islands of cuba,haiti,dominican republic and puerto rico seem to get hit by hurricanes far more than other islands. those islands are smack bang in the middle of the caribbean and seem to get hit by hurricanes way more often than other islands such as jamaica,barbados and trinidad and tobago.
I couldn’t agree more with the check in frustration , I got to this resort at 12 pm dressed in my winter attire, had to sweat for 3 and a half hours waiting for the room it wasted our entire first day. Everything is too far and spread out and if you want nice beach water this is the Atlantic side of the island , should
Stay on the carribean side. Very disappointing.
I'm sorry to hear that. Yeah it's very frustrating. that's very similar to what happened to us .
I will change right there in the entry or find a bathroom.. - or I will get changed on the plane!! Heading there in Oct..
Would u say it’s safe to go too
I felt safe around there . It's not as nice an area as Cap Cana but it was nice . We don't leave the resort so for us it wasn't a concern
Can you please let us know about transportation? How much is it? Did you did any other tours or have any recommendations?
A cab from the airport is $40-$45 US. Check with your tour operator as transfer may be included in your package. Have not done any tours but hear that Soana Island is amazing
Great review! Going here next week
Thanks for watching
$80 each day or overall for the privilege??
$80 Each day . I wish it was overall
@@WillFons I did some research and if you book directly with the privilege included is only like $200 for the whole week
@@charliecuban4283I didn't know that . Thanks for letting me know.
@@charliecuban4283 We booked club so it's not the same? So whats the point of a club suite.
@@hannahgadd Good question.. Hope someone has an answer..
What is the best one you have been to in DR?
I booked it for next week, now im disappointed, going primarily for a ⛱️
We're tough critics , maybe you'll love it . Just make the best of it
@@WillFons tnx
How was it?@@r.g.3120
i have been to dr 9 times and this will not be my tenth trip da da dont sound very good
Worst reviewed I have ever seen you guys definitely don't travel and know how to talk to people this place is literally the best of the best
Hahaha we've travel all over the world . This place is not even the best in Punta Cana . You must work there . But thanks for watching.
WILL. hTanks~well ~ 👋
Thanks for watching 👍