I'm so excited that Blau took first place! I was there in December, too, and I loved it. I went to the cafe in the lobby every day, and the service was absolutely amazing! I totally agree with your review. The staff was so friendly and helpful👏🏻
You made me laugh out loud with your statement that the Blau was great because as you get,older it is easier to get around. To me , you are both mere babies!!!! Great video.
@jillgrinstead453 What do you think about Royalton Hicacos Varadero? I am on their page. Seems that I can have a little higher expectations with food? Yes. We are babies. Only been twice. First time Dhawa... food was horrible but beach was great. Second time. Selectum Family Resort. Food was better but still not great. I think Royalton Hicacos is a higher tier? Please help.
We are heading to the Blau next week. It was a toss up between there & Royalton Hicacos. The Blau was on sale so we went for it. After your review we are thrilled to be going now as we know Cuba can be a crapshoot.
Yeah! I was waiting for this video to drop. Nice list. Ive only been to Royalton and its #1 in my heart. You've given me some ideas to further review. Thanks Mike and Jen.
Great videos Mike. The Royalton in Santa Maria is our favourite in Cuba. Have you ever been to Melia Cayo Coco? That is our #2 and was recently renovated
Just seen a short that you’re trying the Melia International! I’m so glad you’re there to stay in the adult side. I stay there 3 to 4 times a year , and go no where else anymore. going on 13+ times there this trip coming. The staff, management and Director there I can not say enough great things, they are amazing. I hope you have a beautiful stay, look forward to seeing your full video!
@@Finding-Fish I watched your last one where you were on the other side, but it doesn’t compare to the adult side. I have made life time friends with staff, they are great. Enjoy that beautiful beach, and make sure to have dinner at Samsun!
Mike & Jenn, Fantastic video! Your insights on the top Cuban adults-only all-inclusive resorts for 2025 are incredibly helpful. The detailed recommendations and personal experiences make it easy to choose the perfect destination. Thanks for sharing. Take care. Be safe. Shaun
Amazing videos been tuning in for past couple of months trying to decide if I should go to Cuba pr not your videos helped me not only make a great choice but also eased my anxiety about all the news surrounding Cuba lately with blackouts and shortages. Currently staying at Santuary White Sands and couldn't be more happy with the decision to come down here beautiful beach and good food and amazing staff. Thank you for all the hard work your awesome!
Wow that Blau is crazy looking, so many resorts we have to try, because of Lorraine having shingles we had to cancel two Cuba trips , one in early December, and one in the first of January, hopefully she will be ok for the last week of January 2025, love your top five plus one, great video, you and Jenny are amazing at doing these travel videos, as always another great video, thanks mike🎉🍁❄️🍁❄️🍁❄️🍁😍🥃🍸🥃🍸🍩🍩🍺🎆🌴🌴🌴🇨🇦🇨🇦
Please let me know where and how it was in Cuba. I am Cuban American, but I never been to Cuba. I am planning a trip with my mom, so she can show me the place where she grew up, the school she went to etc. Thank you, and have fun. 😊
I had asked you to visit and review Memories Jibacoa and I was so thrilled to see that it made your top 5 adult resorts It's such a great resort with amazing staff. Can't wait to head back one day.
@@jenniferfisher4912 We did too! We preferred the smaller style resort, fantastic staff that have worked there for a very long time and snorkelling right off the beach.
My wife and I have been to Veradero a number of times and stayed at different resorts. My favorite resort was Memories Jibacoa. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Fell in love with the staff. Had the best food of all. Their New Year's eve party and entertainment was spectacular the year we were there. It is not the best beach, unless like me you enjoy snorkeling. Beautiful, lots to see. One last plus is if you book a tour of Havana that includes the Tropicana, the show finishes at midnight. Jibacoa guests return to their resort about 1:00 am. Veradero guests are returned to their resorts between 2:00 am and 3:30 am. I think the absolute best sandy beaches in Veradero are closer to town with the older resorts.
Very informative video, Mike. Best way to view it is back to back with your Best of 2023 video from last year. Jenny was able to add her take on that video. Top criteria for you in 2023 was personal safety, followed by best beach, then consistency of food. Last year you both had Cayo Largo and Cayo Coco resorts at the top. This year, two Varadero resorts edged out Cayo Coco on the list. I think I need to rediscover Varadero, based on your reviews and the fact that it’s the only Cuba destination with a direct flight from Saskatoon. Great content, and the members only additional content is interesting.
Hello sir. Awesome video like always I like this one a lot I do the adult only if I can. Good to see your back in Cuba. Waiting to see the new videos Safe travels Mr. Fish
Thanks Mike for the top five line-up!! The Atrium in the Blau looks phenomenal as does the rest of the Resort. All five look like top drawer Resorts. Your criteria breakdown was very fair to pick the order of the five. Take care and safe travels!!
Sounds great. How about videos on - Cuban resorts that don't charge a single surplus in high season (if one exists lol) - best no-frills value resorts (3* and above) for ocean, pool, food, room. For people who don't care about shows, zumba, gym, spa, etc. and just want to relax in the sun. - quiet resorts (just returned from Sanctuary Grand Memories Varadero and couldn't use the pool from late AM until evening due to blasting, pumping dance music. Liked the resort though. - extras to take w/ you as gifts and for yourself (to make it more pleasant). Lots on the web but not sure if it's the choices of locals. I think it would be interesting if you rated each place w/i 4-5 different categories at the end. Followers could help pick some of the categories. Thanks for your posts. My GF and I watched many, learned a lot and enjoyed your tours. Happy Holiday!
YES in the New Year More Detailed info For a Members program might be offered!! Its a massive cost to build videos and to build video to that amount of details!! Members only for those that want extreme details maybe be provided in the Future!!! But (FREE) Original Style content will still be available as well Best of Both Worlds
Great video Mike ! Thanks for your insight on these hotels. My next visit will be between 2 of the hotels you visited. Playa Pesquero and Royalton. Thank you !
As a German who lived in Canada for 14 years, I did visit Cuba 3 times. One hotel, All- Inclusive, Province Holguin, Town Guardalavaca. I was there 2 times because I loved the staff, the rooms, the buffet, and the evening live shows/ music. I do live now in Panama. The last 5 years, I didn’t travel. Now you brought back good memories. I think I will go to Cuba again this year! 🎉
Very informative video, Mike. We are heading to Sanctuary White Sands in March and really looking forward to it. What I would also be interested in seeing is a top five 3-star resorts. I always filter out anything below 4-star because...well it IS Cuba. But there has got to be a few biggest-bang-for-your-buck 3- or 3.5-star resorts. And I did enjoy your review of Starfish Cayo Guillermo - I am sure that would make the list. Hope you feel daring enough someday ;)
Hey Mike just at Sanctuary white sands right now...im not shure if it would make my top 5, but totally agree with you about the Royalton Santa Maria. We had our fair share of towel issues at Sanctuary, also staff was hard to communicate with and less attentive. Great video...thanks
Mike you are by far the best resort reviewer on TH-cam love your channel, We were at grand muthu cayo guillermo beginning of November and loved it checking out your channel for our next trip to Cuba we're thinking about going to Royalton Cayo santa Maria it looks beautiful from your video thanks again mike
I was so surprised Blau Varadero was #1... we love Varadero. ..7 trips...2 hotels...we're looking at Blau, right now...love your informative videos, I like how you present everything...it works for me as far as really getting a legit idea on properties...😊
Love the vids. I've been going to resorts in Cuba for over 15 years but now I have mobility issues. In the future please include accessibility in your reviews. Thanks.
Great video and reviews Mike. I think the way you break it down can really help people make some final decisions on where to go, for us you can not beat the Cayo Santa Maria beaches !
Thank you for the reviews. We made a list and will check each one out for February's vaca. That being said, we have been to the Royalton in Cayo Santa Maria, and it was lovely. The beach is amazing for long walks, too ❤
Mike thank you again for the review on the top 5 Adults. When you have a chance tried Royalton Hicacos in Varadero , we really like that one. We love you guys!! 🍷 Happy new year !!
You have to select Diamond Club when booking but it's also possible to upgrade when you check in. Prices can vary a lot. Getting the Select room at Blau wasn't too much more but Diamond Club at Royalton can be pretty expensive
Gotta give a shout out to Ensenachos Coral level. Though it’s a ton of walking at times which we like I felt like I was on Gilligans island. Never seen a beach that nice yet in Cuba and that 2bed 3bath semi with the hot tub on the patio is just unreal. Almost don’t want to give the secret away.
We are going to the Blau in february after seing you're review of it, but now that we see it's your #1, we cannot wait. We have the Ocean View and Select upgrade. We need a nice break from the cold Quebec winters ;)
Hey Mike. I stayed at the Blau November 2023. I agree with you about the breakfast buffet. It was bad. Lunch and dinner were much better. I thought the service was great and friendly. Clean resort. Mostly European clientele when I was there. I was told by a Cuban worker that they can be difficult haha.
Hey Mike, when in Cuba I really have enjoyed the shows they put on in the Theaters, they really do a great job entertaining the guest be it a rock band, or a comedy or a wonderful dance act, I love the music trivia contest, would love if you could talk to some of the performers, we always take down packs of guitar strings, picks, have seen some amazing shows in Cuba in Santa Maria, and cayo coco, I know your busy with all the great resorts that you visit, and as always your amazing videos are so enjoyable, thanks mike🎉🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🌴🌴🇨🇦🌴🌴🍷🍷🍺🍺🍹🍁🍁🍁❄️❄️❄️🍩🍁🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Thanks Mike!! I took notes ☺️Thanks for doing this every year! Isn’t the beach at Playa Pesquero smaller since it’s in a bay? From my memories..Or is there a longer beach to walk on on the other side? Thanks again!! Happy New Year to you and Jenn! Can’t wait to see where your going this year! Cheers 🏝️✌️
Awesome video Mike and Jenny! Thanks! I thought the iberostar Ensenachos would have been in the top five as your review of it was up there. And what about Sanctuary at Grand Memories Cayo Santa Maria? Where would you place these two on a list of top ten? Guess there could be a top ten video coming? 😁😉 Anyway thanks so much for sharing your honest opinions. 🙏❤️
@ thanks that makes sense. Much appreciated, and I know it’s still work doing what you do but at least you make the best of it in beautiful surroundings …enjoy your next adventure. See you and Jenny sometime. 😊🙏🙌
Thank you for the reviews. I’m in Vancouver and we get Varadero and Cayo Coco. Used to get Cayo Santa Maria and Holguin years ago but have to book separate flight to Toronto or Montreal then Sunwing,etc to get there. That’s online. I should check with a travel agent. Always wondered about Memories Jibacoa - I’m a snorkeler 😀
Hi Was wondering with the blau because you were in low season do you think high season wld seem crowed at the beach and available loungers. We love small resorts and less crowds. Thanks
I wondered about that too, as Royalton Hicacos is 5 star and Blau is 4 star. Although last year I went to Paradisus Princessa Del Mar which was 5 star. Nice place but the food was horrendous. This year it's been downgraded to 4 star and rightly so. Based on all the good feedback maybe the Blau is going to get upgraded next year to 5 star?
@Finding-Fish we will enquire on his whereabouts and let him know you said hi! You need to go paradisus rio de oro for us in Holguin. We need your opinion!
The Melia Internacional section Level adults is very nice . My husband and I love it ❤ 31 times in Cuba . 4 times at Melia Internacional Level adults. The Royal suit ( Oceanview) is magnifico ❤ We love Cuba and cuban people 🇨🇺❤️ We are going back soon ❤
I’ve stayed at some great resorts in Cuba. I don’t need a huge buffet. I just like real food. Some people like oily noodly crap. I like fish, barque pig and eggs and bacon for breakfast. The coffee, cappuccinos and espressos are usually great. The fresh fruit and smoothies are great. The butter is much more tastier in Cuba than in Canada probably because it is natural and not pasteurized!
We were going to go with Royalton Hicacos but then the Blau popped up for 40% off as a last minute deal. Glad I booked Blau after seeing Mike's review. Royalton Hicacos didn't even make the top 5!
Hi Mike. Great video. I read just yesterday that China donated about 70 tons of equipment to help with power generation for Cuba so the power situation should get better for 2025. Happy New Year. Enjoy. Nazdravja!
You made me curious. I am planning to go to one of these resorts. So, note to myself: #6 Cayo Paredon VIP #5 Sanctuary White Sands Cayo Cruz #4 Memories Jibacoa #3 Playa Pesquero #2 Royalton Cayo Santa Maria #1 Blau Varadero
Hi Mike! Absolutely loved watching your videos on Cuba. I haven't been to Cuba since 2007, but have visited a few times and Cuba is in my heart! With the situation the Cubans are facing now with shortages and blackouts, in your opinion, do you think it would be safe for a single woman to travel there in February 2025...say the Royalton? Thank you!!
Absolutely!!!!! Absolutely Lots of Fantastic Canadian people down here !!!! Lots of good people!!!! But I’m not a single woman!!!! But I think its safe
These resorts look like the perfect getaway! 🌴✨ I’m already daydreaming about the beaches and all-inclusive perks! 🏖 Which one would you recommend for a truly relaxing vacation? 😎
Beautiful, I loved #2 what a gorgeous beach!❤🏝🏖
It's a gem!
I'm so excited that Blau took first place!
I was there in December, too, and I loved it. I went to the cafe in the lobby every day, and the service was absolutely amazing!
I totally agree with your review.
The staff was so friendly and helpful👏🏻
Good to hear, we are going on Jan 28 !
You made me laugh out loud with your statement that the Blau was great because as you get,older it is easier to get around. To me , you are both mere babies!!!! Great video.
😂😂😂
@jillgrinstead453 What do you think about Royalton Hicacos Varadero? I am on their page. Seems that I can have a little higher expectations with food? Yes. We are babies. Only been twice. First time Dhawa... food was horrible but beach was great. Second time. Selectum Family Resort. Food was better but still not great. I think Royalton Hicacos is a higher tier? Please help.
@@ekot0419we haven’t been in a while but loved that resort and went back about 8 times!!!
We are heading to the Blau next week. It was a toss up between there & Royalton Hicacos. The Blau was on sale so we went for it. After your review we are thrilled to be going now as we know Cuba can be a crapshoot.
The Blau is a great choice!! You'll love it!
i think its value for money!!!!
I think cuba is Solid right now!!
Great video! My wife and I have been to Cuba 12 times and our absolute favourite resort is the Royalton in Cayo Santa Maria. Cheers!
Yeah! I was waiting for this video to drop. Nice list. Ive only been to Royalton and its #1 in my heart. You've given me some ideas to further review. Thanks Mike and Jen.
I would recommend some others than the Royalton and the ones Mike has provided. They are more money so maybe that is breaking point.
Great video, it gave me some solid choices. Thanks for the work you do. Cheers
Solid pick with Blau.I enjoyed it a couple of times.
Great videos Mike. The Royalton in Santa Maria is our favourite in Cuba. Have you ever been to Melia Cayo Coco? That is our #2 and was recently renovated
We haven’t been there in over 12 years, maybe this year
Just seen a short that you’re trying the Melia International! I’m so glad you’re there to stay in the adult side. I stay there 3 to 4 times a year , and go no where else anymore. going on 13+ times there this trip coming. The staff, management and Director there I can not say enough great things, they are amazing. I hope you have a beautiful stay, look forward to seeing your full video!
Absolutely Beautiful Resort!!!
@@Finding-Fish I watched your last one where you were on the other side, but it doesn’t compare to the adult side. I have made life time friends with staff, they are great. Enjoy that beautiful beach, and make sure to have dinner at Samsun!
Mike & Jenn, Fantastic video! Your insights on the top Cuban adults-only all-inclusive resorts for 2025 are incredibly helpful. The detailed recommendations and personal experiences make it easy to choose the perfect destination. Thanks for sharing. Take care. Be safe. Shaun
Glad it was helpful!
Beautiful resorts. ❤Great information. Can't wait for my kids to grow up!😂
Another great video cheers. Grimsby Dave. Keep up the great work
Hi Mike, always a pleasure watching your videos about our preferred destination Cuba. Keep doing the good job of presenting us with the best of Cuba!
Thanks for watching
I've been to Cuba 8 times. My favorite is Veradero Las Americas. Beautiful beach, service and food. Nice golf course, very friendly resort.
Totally agree about Blau. We’ve been there twice, and absolutely loved it each time.
We loved Blau
Did you get a Select room or std?
I'm going in a week & booked Select.
Hi Mike and Jenny...another great video on your top 5 picks. You're experience is helpful to all of us. Thanks. Cheers Bill
Great video, loved the reviews. Looking forward to 2025 . Cheers!! Mike and Aylem
I love your channel I’m new to your channel
Always go to your videos to see where your too
My friends and I are going to cayo coco in April
Amazing videos been tuning in for past couple of months trying to decide if I should go to Cuba pr not your videos helped me not only make a great choice but also eased my anxiety about all the news surrounding Cuba lately with blackouts and shortages. Currently staying at Santuary White Sands and couldn't be more happy with the decision to come down here beautiful beach and good food and amazing staff. Thank you for all the hard work your awesome!
That’s amazing!!!🤩
So many people happy with Cuba 🇨🇺
Right now!!!
Happy you’re having a great time
@Finding-Fish thank you! Keep up the great work! Your awesome ☺️
Wow that Blau is crazy looking, so many resorts we have to try, because of Lorraine having shingles we had to cancel two Cuba trips , one in early December, and one in the first of January, hopefully she will be ok for the last week of January 2025, love your top five plus one, great video, you and Jenny are amazing at doing these travel videos, as always another great video, thanks mike🎉🍁❄️🍁❄️🍁❄️🍁😍🥃🍸🥃🍸🍩🍩🍺🎆🌴🌴🌴🇨🇦🇨🇦
Please let me know where and how it was in Cuba. I am Cuban American, but I never been to Cuba. I am planning a trip with my mom, so she can show me the place where she grew up, the school she went to etc. Thank you, and have fun. 😊
I had asked you to visit and review Memories Jibacoa and I was so thrilled to see that it made your top 5 adult resorts It's such a great resort with amazing staff. Can't wait to head back one day.
I loved it there
@@jenniferfisher4912 We did too! We preferred the smaller style resort, fantastic staff that have worked there for a very long time and snorkelling right off the beach.
Mike, happy on your #1, told you in Varadero airport to check this place hahaha happy new year to both :) Hernan
Great information to help with choosing our next experience in Cuba. Appreciate all your hard work. Cheers!
Thanks Nancy
All the best
Safe travels
Mike
FANTASTIC RECOMMENDATIONS!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!! ....will keep watching all your videos🙂
Thanks !!!
Thanks for the Video. Just got back from Holquin Grand Memories. Loved it. Great snorkeling!
No pool for me either! I want every second at the beach that I can get in these Alberta winters!!!!!!!!!
Love Jibacoa been there 20 times. And have been to 3 of the 5 and agree on all
My Fav!!
Pleasantly surprised Memories Jibacoa made the list! It's exactly what you describe. It has heart because of the wonderful, warmhearted staff.
My fav❤
My wife and I have been to Veradero a number of times and stayed at different resorts. My favorite resort was Memories Jibacoa. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Fell in love with the staff. Had the best food of all. Their New Year's eve party and entertainment was spectacular the year we were there. It is not the best beach, unless like me you enjoy snorkeling. Beautiful, lots to see. One last plus is if you book a tour of Havana that includes the Tropicana, the show finishes at midnight. Jibacoa guests return to their resort about 1:00 am.
Veradero guests are returned to their resorts between 2:00 am and 3:30 am. I think the absolute best sandy beaches in Veradero are closer to town with the older resorts.
That’s awesome!!!
Good to know!!
Thanks for sharing!!!
Love it
Mike
Awesome video. I thought the Sanctuary at Grand Memories Holguin might have made your list, if I recall, you guys seemed to enjoy that one.
It was awesome!!!!!
Very informative video, Mike.
Best way to view it is back to back with your Best of 2023 video from last year.
Jenny was able to add her take on that video.
Top criteria for you in 2023 was personal safety, followed by best beach, then consistency of food.
Last year you both had Cayo Largo and Cayo Coco resorts at the top.
This year, two Varadero resorts edged out Cayo Coco on the list.
I think I need to rediscover Varadero, based on your reviews and the fact that it’s the only Cuba destination with a direct flight from Saskatoon.
Great content, and the members only additional content is interesting.
Awesome
Hello sir.
Awesome video like always
I like this one a lot I do the adult only if I can.
Good to see your back in Cuba. Waiting to see the new videos
Safe travels Mr. Fish
Thanks for watching
Hi Mike another terrific video! ❤
Thanks So Much!!!
Thanks Mike for the top five line-up!! The Atrium in the Blau looks phenomenal as does the rest of the Resort. All five look like top drawer Resorts. Your criteria breakdown was very fair to pick the order of the five. Take care and safe travels!!
Thanks for watching
Hello from Varadero
Sounds great. How about videos on
- Cuban resorts that don't charge a single surplus in high season (if one exists lol)
- best no-frills value resorts (3* and above) for ocean, pool, food, room. For people who don't care about shows, zumba, gym, spa, etc. and just want to relax in the sun.
- quiet resorts (just returned from Sanctuary Grand Memories Varadero and couldn't use the pool from late AM until evening due to blasting, pumping dance music. Liked the resort though.
- extras to take w/ you as gifts and for yourself (to make it more pleasant). Lots on the web but not sure if it's the choices of locals.
I think it would be interesting if you rated each place w/i 4-5 different categories at the end. Followers could help pick some of the categories.
Thanks for your posts. My GF and I watched many, learned a lot and enjoyed your tours. Happy Holiday!
YES in the New Year More Detailed info For a Members program might be offered!!
Its a massive cost to build videos and to build video to that amount of details!!
Members only for those that want extreme details maybe be provided in the Future!!!
But (FREE) Original Style content will still be available as well
Best of Both Worlds
Thanks for the video Mike! They all look great!
Glad you like them!
thanks for watching
Adam!!!
keep it up with the food reviews!!
Mike
Great video Mike ! Thanks for your insight on these hotels. My next visit will be between 2 of the hotels you visited. Playa Pesquero and Royalton. Thank you !
love it thanks for sharing happy new year to you and the family 2025
Thanks Rob happy new year
As a German who lived in Canada for 14 years, I did visit Cuba 3 times. One hotel, All- Inclusive, Province Holguin, Town Guardalavaca. I was there 2 times because I loved the staff, the rooms, the buffet, and the evening live shows/ music. I do live now in Panama. The last 5 years, I didn’t travel. Now you brought back good memories. I think I will go to Cuba again this year! 🎉
Thanks for watching
And supporting the channel
Mike
Very informative video, Mike. We are heading to Sanctuary White Sands in March and really looking forward to it. What I would also be interested in seeing is a top five 3-star resorts. I always filter out anything below 4-star because...well it IS Cuba. But there has got to be a few biggest-bang-for-your-buck 3- or 3.5-star resorts. And I did enjoy your review of Starfish Cayo Guillermo - I am sure that would make the list. Hope you feel daring enough someday ;)
Hey Mike just at Sanctuary white sands right now...im not shure if it would make my top 5, but totally agree with you about the Royalton Santa Maria.
We had our fair share of towel issues at Sanctuary, also staff was hard to communicate with and less attentive.
Great video...thanks
Mike you are by far the best resort reviewer on TH-cam love your channel, We were at grand muthu cayo guillermo beginning of November and loved it checking out your channel for our next trip to Cuba we're thinking about going to Royalton Cayo santa Maria it looks beautiful from your video thanks again mike
Thanks Ivan
I appreciate that!!!!
Safe Travels
Finding Fish
Made me hungry just watching ❤❤‼️‼️🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇺🇨🇺
I was so surprised Blau Varadero was #1... we love Varadero. ..7 trips...2 hotels...we're looking at Blau, right now...love your informative videos, I like how you present everything...it works for me as far as really getting a legit idea on properties...😊
Thank you
Love the vids. I've been going to resorts in Cuba for over 15 years but now I have mobility issues. In the future please include accessibility in your reviews. Thanks.
I do in most of all my videos if they have it
Thanks for your list . Nice. I also enjoy the ones that have cigar bars as it’s getting challenging to enjoy smoking when you travel anymore
Great video and reviews Mike. I think the way you break it down can really help people make some final decisions on where to go, for us you can not beat the Cayo Santa Maria beaches !
Great video
Love to hear your perspective on Angsana cayo santa maria adults only please.
Maybe this year!
hey bro love and appreciate your onste reviews ,,,,was surprised by #one ..... i may try mexico .....i suggest you do too .love only
Oh really
Remember it’s only what I deem what i enjoyed!!!
That’s all!!!
I not recommend any of these resorts
But I felt it had good quality for money
Thank you! Another amazing video ❤
Thanks for watching
Beautiful resorts.. I also loved the Blau and the beautiful Cuban people
Any ideas on what to bring to give to staff?
What to bring!!!
Live Streaming 9:amer
i Will cover this
Thank you for the reviews. We made a list and will check each one out for February's vaca. That being said, we have been to the Royalton in Cayo Santa Maria, and it was lovely. The beach is amazing for long walks, too ❤
Have fun and best of luck
Was just watching another of your vids when this dropped. Serendipity.
Thanks for these great ratings Mikey. Updating my list of must visits for sure. Travel on Dude!😎
Thanks so much
Mike thank you again for the review on the top 5 Adults.
When you have a chance tried Royalton Hicacos in Varadero , we really like that one.
We love you guys!! 🍷
Happy new year !!
Been like 7 times we love it!!!!
Absolutely love it!!!!’
Happy New Year! What a great video! How does one do diamond club?
You have to select Diamond Club when booking but it's also possible to upgrade when you check in. Prices can vary a lot. Getting the Select room at Blau wasn't too much more but Diamond Club at Royalton can be pretty expensive
Gotta give a shout out to Ensenachos Coral level. Though it’s a ton of walking at times which we like I felt like I was on Gilligans island. Never seen a beach that nice yet in Cuba and that 2bed 3bath semi with the hot tub on the patio is just unreal. Almost don’t want to give the secret away.
I walked through it! It was beautiful 🤩
We're heading there this Friday, our first time and have heard really good things. Fingers crossed!
Great video!
We are going to the Blau in february after seing you're review of it, but now that we see it's your #1, we cannot wait. We have the Ocean View and Select upgrade. We need a nice break from the cold Quebec winters ;)
We loved it 😍
If you are like Jennifer and I when it comes to Travel
You will love it too
Same here, booked that same room, arriving Jan 28, can't wait!
Can't wait for this. I keep trying to guess! Think I know one of them. Begins with a "J". 😊
Great video
Yay!! See the Blau very soon 😊
Hey Mike. I stayed at the Blau November 2023. I agree with you about the breakfast buffet. It was bad. Lunch and dinner were much better. I thought the service was great and friendly. Clean resort. Mostly European clientele when I was there. I was told by a Cuban worker that they can be difficult haha.
Mike mentioned there was a separate breakfast area for Select rooms. Is that any better than the regular buffet breakfast?
Such a helpful video! Could you do the same type of thing for best family friendly resorts? Thanks!!
Comes out tomorrow
Great reviews, thank you for the great work.
Hey Mike, when in Cuba I really have enjoyed the shows they put on in the Theaters, they really do a great job entertaining the guest be it a rock band, or a comedy or a wonderful dance act, I love the music trivia contest, would love if you could talk to some of the performers, we always take down packs of guitar strings, picks, have seen some amazing shows in Cuba in Santa Maria, and cayo coco, I know your busy with all the great resorts that you visit, and as always your amazing videos are so enjoyable, thanks mike🎉🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🌴🌴🇨🇦🌴🌴🍷🍷🍺🍺🍹🍁🍁🍁❄️❄️❄️🍩🍁🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Yesss... can't wait 🏖️⛱️👍⛱️🏖️👍
oh the way!!!
Thanks Mike!! I took notes ☺️Thanks for doing this every year! Isn’t the beach at Playa Pesquero smaller since it’s in a bay? From my memories..Or is there a longer beach to walk on on the other side? Thanks again!! Happy New Year to you and Jenn! Can’t wait to see where your going this year!
Cheers 🏝️✌️
I will definitely try the Blau. Next week, I am trying Gran Muthu Almirante Beach Hotel, Guardalavaca, Holguin ( I heard good reviews).
Nice Resort
Big resort but nice
Awesome video Mike and Jenny! Thanks! I thought the iberostar Ensenachos would have been in the top five as your review of it was up there. And what about Sanctuary at Grand Memories Cayo Santa Maria? Where would you place these two on a list of top ten? Guess there could be a top ten video coming? 😁😉 Anyway thanks so much for sharing your honest opinions. 🙏❤️
They are both Sold resorts
But I went to over 20 resorts
These were just my tops
Doesn’t mean others weren’t still great!!
These were just awesome
@ thanks that makes sense. Much appreciated, and I know it’s still work doing what you do but at least you make the best of it in beautiful surroundings …enjoy your next adventure. See you and Jenny sometime. 😊🙏🙌
Thank you for the reviews. I’m in Vancouver and we get Varadero and Cayo Coco. Used to get Cayo Santa Maria and Holguin years ago but have to book separate flight to Toronto or Montreal then Sunwing,etc to get there. That’s online. I should check with a travel agent. Always wondered about Memories Jibacoa - I’m a snorkeler 😀
We loved it!!!
We made a complete video about it!!!
Hi
Was wondering with the blau because you were in low season do you think high season wld seem crowed at the beach and available loungers.
We love small resorts and less crowds.
Thanks
I don’t know
I’m not tell people to go to this resort
I just love it and had a good time
@Finding-Fish thank you
Great video! We booked the Blau for March.
Have fun!
Paradisus Princesa del mar is one of our favorite adult resort
haven't been to that resort!!!
Thanks, but very surprised you never included the Royalton Hicacos hotel. After many trips to Cuba this is far and away our favourite..
Been many times before TH-cam!!!
Like 7
Probably on the list for 2025
I wondered about that too, as Royalton Hicacos is 5 star and Blau is 4 star. Although last year I went to Paradisus Princessa Del Mar which was 5 star. Nice place but the food was horrendous. This year it's been downgraded to 4 star and rightly so. Based on all the good feedback maybe the Blau is going to get upgraded next year to 5 star?
Here at one of your top 5's. Sanctuary White Sands. Love it!
Are you!!!
That’s awesome!!!
If you see Freddie say hello
I’m in Varadero right now!!!!
Melia Internacional coming soon
@Finding-Fish we will enquire on his whereabouts and let him know you said hi! You need to go paradisus rio de oro for us in Holguin. We need your opinion!
Never found him but our butler Roger sent a message to him for you
The Melia Internacional section Level adults is very nice . My husband and I love it ❤
31 times in Cuba . 4 times at Melia Internacional Level adults. The Royal suit ( Oceanview) is magnifico ❤
We love Cuba and cuban people 🇨🇺❤️
We are going back soon ❤
Be there in a few days
Royalton Chic in punta cana was the best resort and service ive ever had for anything you need. Diamond club makes your stay heavenly!
Back to Sanctuary Grand Memories Varadero in March 😎
I cannot find the website of Playa Pesquero. Could you help me? Thanks for the video!
Playa Pesquero Holguin Cuba 🇨🇺
I’ve stayed at some great resorts in Cuba. I don’t need a huge buffet. I just like real food. Some people like oily noodly crap. I like fish, barque pig and eggs and bacon for breakfast. The coffee, cappuccinos and espressos are usually great. The fresh fruit and smoothies are great. The butter is much more tastier in Cuba than in Canada probably because it is natural and not pasteurized!
thanks for the feedback
Hi Mike, Thanks for the good video. Can you put list of resorts together? I am personally like Memories Caribe. Probably it below your 6 list:))?
A list of all the resorts he’s been to? Probably not- watch our videos 😊🇨🇺
Also- we didn’t go to Caribe in 2024
SUPER 👋👋👋✌TOP
Well will have rethink our pic between the Royalton and the Blau now. Either way, I'm going to have a great vacation.
Yes you are!!!
You want the Royalton in Cayo Santa Maria…..trust me.
To far and to quite for me. I was at Santa Maria before got sick as well cause of the FOG MACHINE in the evenings for ALL the mosquitoes
We were going to go with Royalton Hicacos but then the Blau popped up for 40% off as a last minute deal. Glad I booked Blau after seeing Mike's review. Royalton Hicacos didn't even make the top 5!
Omg there 2 bowls of eggs!!!!!!!!!! We eating good today Mike boy!!!!!!
Hi, I just found out your channel. You really convinced me to travel there. How is the weather in January? Thanks
I’m here now cool tonight
Bring a hoodie
Hi Mike. Great video. I read just yesterday that China donated about 70 tons of equipment to help with power generation for Cuba so the power situation should get better for 2025. Happy New Year. Enjoy. Nazdravja!
Being 72 I might have to choose the Blau now due to my mobility issues
Booked into blau Feb 6,can't wait
Fun
You made me curious. I am planning to go to one of these resorts. So, note to myself:
#6 Cayo Paredon VIP
#5 Sanctuary White Sands Cayo Cruz
#4 Memories Jibacoa
#3 Playa Pesquero
#2 Royalton Cayo Santa Maria
#1 Blau Varadero
But that’s what I liked!!!
I’m not telling anyone to go!!!
But that what I really enjoyed yes
Hello Mike and Family 🇨🇦
Hello
Poach Cuba eggs!!!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Hi Mike! Absolutely loved watching your videos on Cuba. I haven't been to Cuba since 2007, but have visited a few times and Cuba is in my heart! With the situation the Cubans are facing now with shortages and blackouts, in your opinion, do you think it would be safe for a single woman to travel there in February 2025...say the Royalton? Thank you!!
Absolutely!!!!!
Absolutely
Lots of Fantastic Canadian people down here !!!!
Lots of good people!!!!
But I’m not a single woman!!!!
But I think its safe
Your top five cover all the bases. You have shown likes for all tastes. Have you ever been to Melia Cayo Coco?
12 years ago
Have you ever tried the Roc Barlovento???
no sorry
Did you get a new camera? Looks great!
No all about lighting
@@Finding-Fishgreat video! Content and production :)
I have been to Iberostar Origins Playa Alemeda 5 times. Love it. You should check it out
Thanks for the Tip!!!
These resorts look like the perfect getaway! 🌴✨ I’m already daydreaming about the beaches and all-inclusive perks! 🏖 Which one would you recommend for a truly relaxing vacation? 😎