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  • @RachelSmets
    @RachelSmets 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Checking your channel for Annie’s fb group. Thanks for checking my channel, I appreciated your comment.
    I was in Vancouver last year, and stayed several months in BC, can’t wait to go back

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Rachel! Thanks for stopping by! I think Annie’s FB group is awesome and am learning lots from it. Cheers!

  • @lorir.1954
    @lorir.1954 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This video is super-helpful! Thanks so much for posting it. We will be staying at Zilara and have booked a swim-up junior suite. We want to have sun during the day, so that the pool water is warm enough, as we've read that the pools are not heated. However, I prefer to spend most of my time in the shade. We also like quiet and privacy. I am assuming that Building 5 is our best option, but can you make any specific room recommendations, perhaps on an end? Also, do you think they would allow us the use of an umbrella on our terrace for the length of our stay? Any advice you could provide would be much-appreciated!

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Lori I'm glad you enjoyed the video! The non-Club side will have more sun throughout the day and rooms with a lower number will get the first shade from the main building (eg. 5102) The sitting area on the deck is reasonably deep, so you should be able to sit in the shade there and pop out to your pool area for a dip when you need to. You could also post this to the group on Facebook and see if anyone who is there right now has anything else to add. I don't think that they would allow an umbrella because it's not really functional or safe but as I say, the deck area is pretty deep, so you shouldn't have an issue. Even in this video (th-cam.com/video/j4_vQT1N1mg/w-d-xo.html), at 03:19, you can see how the shade is already making the couch an option (this is showing an equivalent room on the Ziva side). Hope this helps! Thanks for watching and have a fabulous time!

    • @lorir.1954
      @lorir.1954 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChristineTurner - thank you for the helpful reply! What Facebook group are you referring to? Please let me know so I can check it out.

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lorir.1954 go to groups on Facebook and search for fans of Hyatt Ziva zilara cap Cana. There are lots of posts daily and all the menus have been posted in the files section, plus you can see recommendations for shuttles, excursions etc.

    • @lorir.1954
      @lorir.1954 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChristineTurner - perfect, I just requested to join the group. Thank you!

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lorir.1954 awesome! Appreciate any shoutout reference to my videos on the group... I was inspired by your question about this group and am posting a video tomorrow on how to find it! Thanks!

  • @polloollop1
    @polloollop1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks i was looking for that info about sun and shade

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you found it helpful! Enjoy your stay there!

  • @keciaglanton413
    @keciaglanton413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Is Building #6 right at the beach and can you see some of the pool from that building?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Kecia! It’s on the far right side as you face to water and it would depend which section of that building you’re in as to what the view would be. We were in the section closest to the main lobby and we had a good view of the ocean from out balcony and an excellent view of the pools. I would recommend asking for a room on a higher floor for the best view!

  • @StarlaNelson-cz6to
    @StarlaNelson-cz6to 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi, I booked a Club Ocean Front Swim Up Suite at Ziva. I definitely want sunshine the majority of the day… I also like the offerings of the club. Is this a good choice? Thank you!

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Starla! YES!!!! This is a great option! With Club, you’ll have access to their separate pools and bar, the lunch restaurants and the lounges. IMO, it’s 100% worth the extra cost as you get so much benefit from it. Definitely take a pool floatie so you can take full advantage of having your ‘almost private’ pool area!

    • @StarlaNelson-cz6to
      @StarlaNelson-cz6to 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much for your reply! ! I was worried as it seems a lot of the swims ups are in the shade… which I won’t prefer in March. ☀️

  • @Gaomon1
    @Gaomon1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Okay so commenting because I've stayed at building 6 Zilara side. The swim up suites are great absolutely great. However I will note this, for building 6 and it's Ziva side comparison. That shade while amazing made the pool legit cold some days with the pool not being heated one bit. It would be nice if it was heated! Would allow using them at night

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think they frown on using them after dark for liability reasons but I agree - having them heated would certainly enhance the experience - especially when the sun tucks behind the main building. One of their sister properties (Hilton Playa del Carmen) has heated swim outs, so maybe this is in the cards for a future upgrade. Let’s keep our fingers crossed!! Thanks for watching and for the comment!

  • @AndreaSlaterGulley
    @AndreaSlaterGulley 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Are they receptive at check in to requests for certain buildings? Does a tip help? :)

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi Andrea! For the past twenty years, I/we would arrive at a resort, check out the room and decide if the view was what we expected. If it wasn’t, before unpacking, we would vary our bags back to reception and ask for a better room. This doesn’t happen much anymore because I always book Oceanview but I used to roll the dice a lot more in the past so it became habit. Only place I’ve tipped for a better room is Vegas (‘the twenty dollar trick’).

  • @Flamingo2508
    @Flamingo2508 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do the glass doors on the swim up rooms lock from the outside? I assume they lock from the inside for safety but do you know? I’m concerned about the security of being on a ground floor with some valuables in our room when we leave for the beach or walk around. Love your videos!

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No you can only lock these from the inside but getting out of the swim ups to go to the beach would be a bit tricky since it’s a drop down below. From your front door, you’re just steps to the outside, so that really is the way to go in and out. Agreed - you always want to keep your room secure.

  • @jennifermackinnon8668
    @jennifermackinnon8668 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We are staying at a oceanfront swim up a Suites Ziva side. Are the views beautiful from the ocean front swim up suite I didn’t see anything on that in your video, I noticed the swim up suites had a lot of cabanas in front of their view. Hoping you could give me information on the view of the ocean front swim ups.

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Jennifer! I had an Oceanfront room on the Zilara side - 2nd floor. It had an amazing view and the swim outs did too BUT that was when it first opened (which was before Covid) and there's been a lot of shrub/tree growth since then and they are really driving the cabana business too, so that could impact your view. I think their intention is to help maintain some privacy for those suites. To see a current view from those rooms, I would look at joining one of the Hyatt Ziva/Zilara Cap Cana fan pages on Facebook - there will almost certainly be someone in there who has been recently, is there now, or is going soon and they'll be able to give you more accurate, up-to-date info on that specific room type. Cheers!

  • @paulallegretti7928
    @paulallegretti7928 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    We booked a club oceanfront at Ziva. Would that definitely be building 2 or are there any of these rooms in building 3? Also, are the rooms only on floors 3,4 of building 2 due to the restaurant ? Thanks. Great video.

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi Paul! Yes, building 2 & 6 are Club wings but the Oceanfront rooms in 3 & 5 are also Club. Yes - there are restaurants on the ground floor of building 2 & 6 (they're delicious!) but you might get some noise from them (or be hungry all the time when you smell them prepping in the kitchen!). You can inquire ahead of time to request your room location or ask at arrival. Have a great trip & thanks for watching!

  • @maggiewatt5357
    @maggiewatt5357 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We are going Zilara Cancun in December and have booked a swim up. Do you know which swimup rooms you walk into the water as opposed to have to walk down a few steps to get to the water? I see there are 3 areas of swim up Rooms 101 to 108 and 127 to 131 and 132 to 135.
    Thanks, Maggie

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Maggie
      The rooms with the lowest numbers are the oceanfront. The others are along the side of the resort if I recall correctly. You may want to check with the Facebook fan page to confirm the rooms. Thanks!

  • @kimberlygarcia8558
    @kimberlygarcia8558 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello! Love your videos! My husband and I just booked a "one bedroom master swim up suite" on the Ziva side. Do you know where these rooms are typically located? Thanks!

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aww thanks for watching! The one bedroom swim ups are on the side (not oceanfront) and on the Ziva side, this is the far left side of the resort as you face the water. (North side). You should get morning sun and sun throughout most of the day, so it's a great location. Have a fantastic vacation!

  • @gerihaugen7398
    @gerihaugen7398 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know where the 1BR Master Swim Up Club Suite is located? Front part of building 6?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Geri! No they are located about half way along the building. The Beachfront swim ups are the ones right overlooking the beach.

  • @IamTalithaCumi229
    @IamTalithaCumi229 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What are the best room for oceanfront views?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Delanie! Any room category with "OceanFront" is going to have oceanfront views. If you select a room that is called "Ocean View", it will be on the side of the building, still somewhat facing the ocean but not directly on the beach. Thanks for watching!

  • @taredropps
    @taredropps 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! For the Ziva, non club rooms. Are any of them near walkways with a lot of traffic? We are asking because we don’t want a room with too much traffic close by. Should we recommendation particular room/area?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! If you're looking at a swim up room, I would stay away from each end (3107 is at the very front (but not Ocean Front) and 3127 is at the back. Both have walkways and 3127 will also be near the sports bar & theatre, so you'll have a bit more ambient noise from that. You can also check out this video with a bit more detail on the room locations: th-cam.com/video/_oBBr-M5pOI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching!

    • @taredropps
      @taredropps 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChristineTurner I just realized this was for Mexico not Jamaica 😂😂

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@taredropps actually it’s neither. Cap Cana is in Punta Cana (Dominican Republic). Lovely country and fabulous beaches.

    • @taredropps
      @taredropps 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChristineTurner Aah okay. It is an excellent video. Gives me insight to the one in Jamaica where we are going ! Thanks again!

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@taredropps Thanks! The naming configuration of the rooms is similar throughout the resort chain, so that should help. Have a fabulous time at the one in Jamaica! The fresh made pizza oven ham & cheese croissants were amazing and you could request Jamaican patties by the pool on the Zilara side. Also, if it's still on the menu, the Lobster Mac & Cheese is to die for! Have fun!

  • @tinathawani226
    @tinathawani226 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    we booked a club junior double swim up at ziva is that what’s shown around 2:40? appreciate you

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Tina! Yes that's correct - all of the rooms you can see there are Club Swim Up rooms. I hope you have a fabulous time there!

  • @MulataLinda8
    @MulataLinda8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You could have mentioned what you get or don't get with the club vs non club

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s been tricky over the past year as Covid has changed things but in normal times, Club gives you access to the private lounge (premium alcohol, more varieties of beer, snacks), access to the Club pool and bar (this also has premium alcohol and some extra beers), plus you get access to Shutters & Chinola for a la carte breakfast and dinner and you get a butler / concierge assigned to you. Depending on the person, it may or may not be worthwhile to upgrade.

  • @thenationofpeacock3309
    @thenationofpeacock3309 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    We booked a Club swim up oceanfront junior suite at Ziva. What building is this in?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thenationofpeacock3309 I believe it’s building 2 but maybe 3. It’ll have an amazing view and you’ll love your semi-private pool! Here’s a link to the video I did of the room locations which will explain it more.
      th-cam.com/video/j4_vQT1N1mg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=5k12FlcmdRumHn47

    • @thenationofpeacock3309
      @thenationofpeacock3309 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ChristineTurner ok one last question, with those swim-up oceanfront rooms, are you able to walk out the back to the beach? Or do you have to go through the hotel and then out to get to the beach. Hope that makes sense. It seems as if with the swim ups there isn't direct access to the beach but hard to tell

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      When I was there (before Covid), they had planted some shrubbery in front of the pool to give it a bit of privacy. My guess is that's a lot higher now, so you wouldn't be able to walk out of the pool and to the beach. That said, the hallway where your room is has an exit at the end of it, so you could just leave your room and walk out to the beach - maybe 50' or so walking 'inside' then onto the sand, you would be. Their facebook group is extremely active, so maybe pop on there and pose the question to get an updated answer.

  • @zarraga7601
    @zarraga7601 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there anyway to book the beachfront swim up room? I only see the oceanfront non swim up rooms and regular swim up rooms but not a oceanfront swim up room?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Lucifer. To book the swim up suites that are shown in the video that are directly on the beach, you need to book the OceanFront Swim Up suite category. There are only 12 of these rooms, so they sell out very quickly. If your travel dates are open, my travel search engine can isolate swim up rooms - I'd be happy to check this for you to see if there is any window where they're still available. Let me know. Thanks for watching!

    • @taredropps
      @taredropps 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChristineTurner great info! Are these ocean front swim ups available on the Ziva side?

  • @michaelm5890
    @michaelm5890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you have any advice on where the 1 bedroom master club rooms are on Zilara side?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Michael! They are located on the north-facing side of the building, so they might get morning sun but definitely would have shade in the afternoon. They are located about halfway along the building, overlooking the Club pool area. Hope that helps!
      Here's one of the videos that I did to show the room locations - hope it helps!
      th-cam.com/video/_oBBr-M5pOI/w-d-xo.html

    • @michaelm5890
      @michaelm5890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChristineTurner Thanks Christine! I really appreciate your quick reply. Your videos are so thorough and detailed, they really helped us make a decision to book at Hyatt Zilara. We’ve gone to Secrets Cap Canada twice already and was considering it again, but your videos helped get us so excited to try something new in Cap Cana! Thanks again.

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michaelm5890 I hope you love the resort as much as I do! Secrets was nice but the food was over the top impressive at Zilara. If you are Club, be sure to try Shutters and Chinola for lunch - amazing options there. Enjoy!

  • @Arealurbanmom
    @Arealurbanmom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What are club rooms? What’s the benefits?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Here's a video I did that explains all of this! th-cam.com/video/utBa2htCykU/w-d-xo.html Cheers!

  • @polimorphims
    @polimorphims 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what is the value of the club area ?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi JJ! Do you mean the cost to upgrade? It really depends on how full the resort is but I don’t think you’d get it for less than $100 per person per night. If you do, it’s well worth it in my opinion!!

  • @marymiller-morales9013
    @marymiller-morales9013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know if the doors to the swim up rooms lock another youtuber said they do not. It concerns me and may affect my choice in rooms

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes absolutely all guest room patio doors lock. Doesn’t matter if it’s swim up or otherwise. Would be massive liability against Hyatt if they did not and certainly no single female traveller would ever book that room. I think there may have been a mechanical issue that needed fixing. Thanks for watching!

    • @marymiller-morales9013
      @marymiller-morales9013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChristineTurner I thought so but just wanted to ask someone who had been there. Thank you so much!
      Also a random question unrelated to the rooms but do you know where i could find the pricing for the spa and salon. I am attending a wedding this June at Zilara and wanting to budget accordingly for some personal pampering :)

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@marymiller-morales9013 are you on the Facebook fan page for this resort? (See my latest video for info on this - I explain how to find the group and where you can find spa info and prices). Otherwise, you could message the concierge thru FB - Victoria is quite quick at responding. Cheers!

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      By the way @Mary Miller-Morales - have you seen their latest video on the Larimar spa? Looks amazing! th-cam.com/video/26tBFhW-XY4/w-d-xo.html

    • @MulataLinda8
      @MulataLinda8 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I saw the video where the other youtuber said they didn't lock too

  • @marcweiner2829
    @marcweiner2829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What are the best room numbers swim up suite in building 6 club hyatt zilara?

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Marc I went through my video on the room locations and 6114 would be my top recommendation. Although 6121 is closer to the beach, the main pool, and Shutters restaurant, it is going to get a bit of shade from the front building; whereas, 6114 has better sun. Go to 00:03:06 on this video for more detail of this. th-cam.com/video/_oBBr-M5pOI/w-d-xo.html

  • @susanmcbride2093
    @susanmcbride2093 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My granddaughter and I vacationed at Hyatt Zilara I’m Cancun

    • @susanmcbride2093
      @susanmcbride2093 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      and we had the best time! The staff, everyone of them greeted us EVERYDAY like they were so glad to see us. Made us feel very welcome and appreciated. Our every need was anticipated
      With a smile. Please don’t hesitate to stay here. We had a swim up room (#106) and it was so well located. In the miss of everything. This particular hotel-resort was adult only and all inclusive! The beach is pristine. Little seaweed but it is gone before you get up and out. Thank

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ooh that one’s nice too. Such a great location! Thanks for watching!

    • @susanmcbride2093
      @susanmcbride2093 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m so sorry! I was going back to correct a misspelled word and posted before ready. Anyway give it a try!! Thank you and God bless.............
      Susan McBride

    • @ChristineTurner
      @ChristineTurner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@susanmcbride2093 definitely try Cap Cana - it’s fabulous and that beach is like a postcard!!

    • @susanmcbride2093
      @susanmcbride2093 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChristineTurner where is Cap Cana?

  • @advinculalife2822
    @advinculalife2822 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice videos