Another awesome video Mike. It has been a few years since we have been to Varadero and after watching this, I need to go back. Beautiful large room. Amazing self-control not drinking for a week at an all-inclusive. 😀
Hey Peter!!! Just to be totally honest I did have a few beers and a few Rums at the end!!!! Great time good Resort and I have no complaints for the money I paid Mike
Hi Mike, looks like a fabulous resort. Have been going to Caribe but compared to Sanctuary, what's your preference .We have similar preferences, adult,beach,pool, cappuccino,cervaisas,etc. Thanks for another great review. Keep up the great work. Cheers, Bill
Hey Mike, I'm looking to book this for in November. Thanks for the tour and review, Its greatly appreciated. You did an awesome job as always. Do you get to keep the booze in your room? or does opening a bottle incur a charge? I'm cheap hahah.
Morning LoloDawn!!! Yup made a video a few years back about Lenny’s!!! Great place to get away from it all and enjoy!! We did to, no one there the night we went!
Mikey, Due to my knee issues, Does this resort have facilities in place (elevators, ramps, golf carts etc) to help me get everywhere I might want to go? (ie: from room to restaurants, beach, pool etc..) Thanks so much, Steve S.
Hey Steve, if coming here I would request ground floor!!! Yes they do have golf carts which is essential for getting around and if you come the pool food and drinks are all easy assemble!!! To be totally honest with you
Anutha great video homie! Curious, I have brought down first aid stuff like in your video twice. Both times taken away by customs at the airport. Not sure if it’s illegal to do so or if the officers take it for their own use and share among the airport staff officers? Any idea? And secondly, I love quiet. This resort seems great. I’m a light sleeper cause of everything so close at its peak season from your room can you hear loud, drunk and obnoxious people at the 24 hour snack bar? And side note and what I appreciate the most about your reviews is first you speak quietly at dawn to not wake up other guests. Wish others were as respectful as you. Thanks
Thanks so much for your response!!! I haven’t had an issue with bringing that kind of items lately but that was before COVID!!!! Cuba can have all kinds of issues from time to time!!!! Thanks so much for watching Mike
I am here now. Sanctuary restaurant has terrible service if you are traveling alone. Bites and the bar is average. I've been here for 6 days. No towel change I my room. Food is good. Average age is 70 years old. Go to the main buffet and pools.
If your towel isn’t changed go to the main check in and ask for it to be done!!! Are you having fun and what did you pay!!! You realize it extremely low season Mike? September
Thanks for showing us a new option, Mike. It looks a little bit more intimate than the Sanctuary in Cayo Santa Maria. Bonus, it’s one of the few sun spots we can book direct out of Saskatoon. Prices are at a premium from out west. Two weeks in Feb., booking a suite like yours, is about $3500 pp, or regular room at $3k. It’s approaching Punta Cana and Cancún pricing, but we like the smaller, boutique beach vibe of this resort.
That’s a lot of money indeed!!!! Obviously Mexico has more consistency when it come to food offerings!!! Absolutely!!!! Thanks Ted for watching and commenting we always appreciate it and your feedback!!! Mike and Jenny
Hey Mike, great video, very accurate indeed. I would like to thank you for grabbing my cigars at the airport. I have watched about four of your resort videos and find them extremely informative. Thanks and keep up the good work ! Charlie Towers
I will return(went last july 2023) to this great resort I want the lobster 🦞 dinner for return guests lol. Thank you for the glimpse back sparked alot of memories. Awesome videos always!
Hello! can i ask you if this is the basic room? cos im looking for my first time in Cuba Caradero in September, im Gran Memories reservation oriented, but many kinds of rooms levels, thank you anyway!
This place looks great! The room is nice and the bathroom looks great. Can't go wrong for the price! Dinner in the pool is a little different lol but the dinner looked good. Thanks for sharing Mike!
I am so excited for this video because the Sanctuary is very special for me as well. I’ve been to the Sanctuary many times and even celebrated my son’s 18th birthday with all the family and his best friends. I always get the suite they are specious and very nice I love everything about this little resort within a resort because it feels so safe and everything you need is a few steps away. Thank you for sharing! 😎🏖️☀️💛
Another great video Mike!! You showcase so many great places in Cuba. Anyone that is hesitant to go to Cuba should be watching these videos. Take care and I look forward to your next video.
Hey Gordon!!!! Like I always say I’m not telling you to come but I’m just showing you what I got for the price I paid!!! Good value for money!!! Thanks Gordon for watching!!!! Mike
@@Finding-Fish it's so hard to pick a hotel when there are so many bad reviews. I read good things and then so many bad things. I love your videos for us to see for ourselves
Damn Mike , we are 100% putting this place on our Cuba /bucket list, the room alone was worth it but as usual that beach, tough to beat the beach in Santa Maria but this looks close , great job Mike!! We hope to say hi in person some day , cheers
@@Finding-Fishya those Santa Maria beaches are definitely worth the long bus ride in from the airport ! Thanks for the room info brother! Take care and we hope to see Jen on a vacation with you soon .
Thank you for your very informative video. I will be going there in a few weeks, and it helped me get to know the layout of the place and what to expect. I've been to that island many times so i have realistic expectations.
Hey Paul Been many times to this resort and I’ve really enjoyed it!!! Easy place to get around thanks for watching and remember Cuba suffers from issues from time to time! But considering you know this and understand it, have a great time and thanks for watching Mike
Thanks for your video it helped me make the decision to go there in a few weeks. Im flying out of Toronto as well, glad to see a honest video from a fellow Canadian.
Very good Mr.Fish I think I will have to check that resort out this year looks amazing. You said it perfect if you love Cuba. Place is almost untouched by time. Thank you
I had a great time!!! No ketchup/mustard, and I think we didn’t have Hamburgers 1 day but, besides that it was very good!!! Lobster was a special guest returning dinner but I really enjoyed it
My wife and I really enjoy your videos. We have booked this resort for end of October based off your review. There is a few of us going, but I fought for this resort because of your review. Looking forward to my friends saying i was right. Lol
I’ve been to this Resort Many Times!!!! For the price you probably paid!!! And if you’re a drinker!!! Like a beach And like some live entertainment like 80 rock band 🎸 !!! You should have a really good time!!! Take bug spray and go for it!!!! Enjoy 😉 Mike
I’m actually in Varadero right now make a few videos!!! For the price I paid for this resort, right now!!! It doesn’t come close to the Sanctuary!!! And the Sanctuary would have been Cheaper, just saying You will get good value for money at the sanctuary
Great video as always. Youre living my dream life. Would be interested in seeing what you thought about brisas del caribe in Varadero. My family and i have been there a few times and can't say enough good things about the resort
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As Always Mike Looking Forward To Going Back To Cuba Thank You For All Your Insightful Videos
Sasky!!!
Thanks for always watching and your support
Mike
Can't wait for this video to premiere. I'm looking forward to visiting this resort this summer.
I had a good time at this resort.
No ketchup or Mustard for the week….
Items come and goes.
But the beach coffee weather were fantastic.
Great time
Another awesome video Mike. It has been a few years since we have been to Varadero and after watching this, I need to go back. Beautiful large room. Amazing self-control not drinking for a week at an all-inclusive. 😀
Hey Peter!!!
Just to be totally honest I did have a few beers and a few Rums at the end!!!!
Great time good Resort and I have no complaints for the money I paid
Mike
Great video Mike cheers GRIMSBY DAVE
Thanks Dave
Hi Mike, looks like a fabulous resort. Have been going to Caribe but compared to Sanctuary, what's your preference .We have similar preferences, adult,beach,pool, cappuccino,cervaisas,etc. Thanks for another great review. Keep up the great work.
Cheers,
Bill
They are both so Equal in many ways!!!
Caribe had a fantastic Beach!!!!!!!
But both are so close in value for money!!!!!
Nice breeze here so I feel not as many bugs
Ive stayed at this resort when it was under riu i wonder why it changed to memories riu is supossely doing well
Looking forward to the upload!! Any plans to visit Memories Flamenco this summer??
it's under some Renovation!!! maybe once its done!
Loved Sanctuay varadero. Enjoyed meeting you and your wife in December at valentin
Hey Graham!!!
yes i remember!!!!
thanks for watching Gramham
Mike and Jenny
Omg I love that resort and the sanctuary. My husband and I have been there 3 times!!! ❤ we need to go back!
Lol
I can see why
Melia international is the best try there
would you recommend it for a mid 40's single male. love to explore, food and pool looks great. coming from the uk. is cuba city near?
Question Mike. Is it possible to visit the nearby hotels? or are they only restrictive to their guests?
Hey Mike, I'm looking to book this for in November. Thanks for the tour and review, Its greatly appreciated. You did an awesome job as always. Do you get to keep the booze in your room? or does opening a bottle incur a charge? I'm cheap hahah.
if it in your room enjoy it!!!
no charge to my knowledge,
i drank them!!!!
Just ask your Butler!!!
@@Finding-Fish Thanks for the reply! Hope to see you around sometime! Cheers!
Hi!
Thanks for sharing
Can you tell me if they have usb entrance at rooms to cell phone please?😊
Do you ever visit Lenny's? We had a great meal and really enjoyed the beautiful view. We got lucky and had the whole place to ourselves.
Morning LoloDawn!!!
Yup made a video a few years back about Lenny’s!!!
Great place to get away from it all and enjoy!!
We did to, no one there the night we went!
Mikey, Due to my knee issues, Does this resort have facilities in place (elevators, ramps, golf carts etc) to help me get everywhere I might want to go? (ie: from room to restaurants, beach, pool etc..) Thanks so much, Steve S.
Hey Steve, if coming here I would request ground floor!!!
Yes they do have golf carts which is essential for getting around and if you come the pool food and drinks are all easy assemble!!!
To be totally honest with you
Anutha great video homie! Curious, I have brought down first aid stuff like in your video twice. Both times taken away by customs at the airport. Not sure if it’s illegal to do so or if the officers take it for their own use and share among the airport staff officers? Any idea? And secondly, I love quiet. This resort seems great. I’m a light sleeper cause of everything so close at its peak season from your room can you hear loud, drunk and obnoxious people at the 24 hour snack bar?
And side note and what I appreciate the most about your reviews is first you speak quietly at dawn to not wake up other guests. Wish others were as respectful as you. Thanks
Thanks so much for your response!!!
I haven’t had an issue with bringing that kind of items lately but that was before COVID!!!!
Cuba can have all kinds of issues from time to time!!!!
Thanks so much for watching
Mike
I am here now. Sanctuary restaurant has terrible service if you are traveling alone. Bites and the bar is average. I've been here for 6 days. No towel change I my room. Food is good. Average age is 70 years old. Go to the main buffet and pools.
If your towel isn’t changed go to the main check in and ask for it to be done!!!
Are you having fun and what did you pay!!!
You realize it extremely low season Mike?
September
Went to this resort a few years ago. Was not impressed. I go to the Paradisus Rio de Oro in Holguin. The service is better. Try It
Paradisus Rio de Oro
I went during COVID
Great resort,
Long bus ride!!!
Thanks for showing us a new option, Mike. It looks a little bit more intimate than the Sanctuary in Cayo Santa Maria.
Bonus, it’s one of the few sun spots we can book direct out of Saskatoon. Prices are at a premium from out west. Two weeks in Feb., booking a suite like yours, is about $3500 pp, or regular room at $3k. It’s approaching Punta Cana and Cancún pricing, but we like the smaller, boutique beach vibe of this resort.
That’s a lot of money indeed!!!!
Obviously Mexico has more consistency when it come to food offerings!!!
Absolutely!!!!
Thanks Ted for watching and commenting we always appreciate it and your feedback!!!
Mike and Jenny
How much did you pay for all inclusive? Does it include flight?
Yes everything included
when you are a returner at some resorts you get some extra ! like a free lobster.
Returning Guest!!!
Special Dinners
Ask your butler
He has all the details
Thanks Mike, I love Varadero. Great video...Sanctuary looks pretty easy to get around! Small boutique like? I will put it on my list!
Absolutely easy to get around
We love it!
Hey Mike, great video, very accurate indeed. I would like to thank you for grabbing my cigars at the airport. I have watched about four of your resort videos and find them extremely informative. Thanks and keep up the good work ! Charlie Towers
Charlie!!!
Good time meeting you and enjoying a few Rums with you!!!
Your a great person and Friend
Mike
I will return(went last july 2023) to this great resort I want the lobster 🦞 dinner for return guests lol. Thank you for the glimpse back sparked alot of memories. Awesome videos always!
Absolutely!!!
Talk with your Butler about special Return Guest Dinner offers!!!
They will know everything!!!
how is swimming in the ocean? do you need water shoes? Is it worth it to bring a snorkel and mask to see fish? Thanks
it always worth Bringing a mask, some areas are better then other
water shoes for some areas, great water temperature right now, stay in all day
Mike
Hello! can i ask you if this is the basic room? cos im looking for my first time in Cuba Caradero in September, im Gran Memories reservation oriented, but many kinds of rooms levels, thank you anyway!
No this wasn’t a basic room!!!
It’s a suite!!!😀
@@Finding-Fish ah ok! thank you!
thats a great deal. Looks like a great resort when its time to leave the kids at. home. Thanks for that video Mike. Enjoy the Cuba series
Absolutely leave the kids and have some fun!!!
Good resort for the money
This place looks great! The room is nice and the bathroom looks great. Can't go wrong for the price! Dinner in the pool is a little different lol but the dinner looked good. Thanks for sharing Mike!
If you have smelly feet could be a good option lol
@@Finding-Fish hahaha
Stayed there in 2015 for my first visit anywhere out of North America. Loved the resort and fell in love with Cuba. As always great video.
Hey Budeweiser
That’s awesome you picked a good first choice place out of the country to go to!!!
Thanks for watching
Mike and Jenny
I am so excited for this video because the Sanctuary is very special for me as well. I’ve been to the Sanctuary many times and even celebrated my son’s 18th birthday with all the family and his best friends. I always get the suite they are specious and very nice I love everything about this little resort within a resort because it feels so safe and everything you need is a few steps away. Thank you for sharing! 😎🏖️☀️💛
Absolutely love your!!!
So true!!!
Mike and Jenny
Great video Mike!
Never seen dinner in the pool before! That’s awesome, resort looks peaceful.
Cheers🍻
Lol me neither!!!
But the resort did it a few times when I was there!!!
Fun Touch and people loved it
Another great video Mike!! You showcase so many great places in Cuba. Anyone that is hesitant to go to Cuba should be watching these videos. Take care and I look forward to your next video.
Thank you 😊 🇨🇺🩷
Hey Gordon!!!!
Like I always say I’m not telling you to come but I’m just showing you what I got for the price I paid!!!
Good value for money!!!
Thanks
Gordon for watching!!!!
Mike
@@Finding-Fish it's so hard to pick a hotel when there are so many bad reviews. I read good things and then so many bad things. I love your videos for us to see for ourselves
Another great video, thanks for sharing Mike.
Thanks for watching
Mike
Woooooo nice video again Mike !!!! Thanks and waiting for the next one ❤❤❤
Thank you!!!
Thanks for watching
Mike
Thank you for choosing us one more time!!❤
Thanks for having me in your beautiful country
@Finding-Fish I hope see you again!!
We're heading to varadero on July
Amazing We might be too!!
Enjoy 😊
so beautiful, i will be coming soon. Thank you, you're awesome.
Awesome Jim!!
Remember items come and goes in Cuba
Have fun
Mike
Hello Mike I agree been to that resort last year had an awesome time ! Take care and enjoyed watching ❤
Thanks for watching!!
Mike
Damn Mike , we are 100% putting this place on our Cuba /bucket list, the room alone was worth it but as usual that beach, tough to beat the beach in Santa Maria but this looks close , great job Mike!! We hope to say hi in person some day , cheers
The room is the Suite!!! I loved it!!! The beach was great!!!
But I still love Santa Maria Beaches!!!
I think I’ve been to this resort like at least 5-7 times
Good value for money, always a good selection of alcohol
@@Finding-Fishya those Santa Maria beaches are definitely worth the long bus ride in from the airport ! Thanks for the room info brother! Take care and we hope to see Jen on a vacation with you soon .
Thank you for your very informative video.
I will be going there in a few weeks, and it helped me get to know the layout of the place and what to expect.
I've been to that island many times so i have realistic expectations.
Hey Paul
Been many times to this resort and I’ve really enjoyed it!!!
Easy place to get around thanks for watching and remember Cuba suffers from issues from time to time!
But considering you know this and understand it, have a great time and thanks for watching
Mike
Our first trip was to Memories in Varedero, it was a bit big for us, but the sanctuary seems like a size we could handle.
How's the entertainment?
It was actually very good
Brought in a beach party
And a band!!!
Low season but it was busy
This place looks great! That’s awesome, resort looks peaceful and Another awesome video Mike.thanks so much❣💫💯👋
Very Peaceful!!! Very
Thanks for your video it helped me make the decision to go there in a few weeks. Im flying out of Toronto as well, glad to see a honest video from a fellow Canadian.
You must of got a screaming deal on it!!!!
Give away special on Cuba right now
Low season don’t forget
Will be quiet but enjoy
Very good Mr.Fish
I think I will have to check that resort out this year looks amazing.
You said it perfect if you love Cuba. Place is almost untouched by time.
Thank you
I had a great time!!!
No ketchup/mustard, and I think we didn’t have Hamburgers 1 day but, besides that it was very good!!!
Lobster was a special guest returning dinner but I really enjoyed it
this is not a small resort youre only showing the sanctuary section which is an adult section not the full resort
Stayed here 2022 and really enjoyed it, you can also goto the main Buffet 5 minute walk.
I went up a few times!!!
Good resort Value for money
Hello Mike , Jenny and you such very kind to have some gift over there, Nice video as always, Thanks
Thanks Ricky
Hi There, Given a choice would you chose Sanctuary or Royalton Hicacos? Thanks
They are both very good!!! I always here great news out of the Royalton
My wife and I really enjoy your videos. We have booked this resort for end of October based off your review.
There is a few of us going, but I fought for this resort because of your review. Looking forward to my friends saying i was right. Lol
I’ve been to this Resort Many Times!!!!
For the price you probably paid!!!
And if you’re a drinker!!!
Like a beach
And like some live entertainment like 80 rock band 🎸 !!!
You should have a really good time!!!
Take bug spray and go for it!!!!
Enjoy 😉
Mike
I’m actually in Varadero right now make a few videos!!!
For the price I paid for this resort, right now!!!
It doesn’t come close to the Sanctuary!!!
And the Sanctuary would have been Cheaper, just saying
You will get good value for money at the sanctuary
Have you ever been to hotel Vigia in cayo Guillermo I believe it's the old Sol resort
No, should I try it?
Very nice resort staff are excellent stayed here last yr
Absolutely love this place
@@Finding-Fish Jorge was our shuttle driver around the resort !! We had a lot of fun
My favorite resort
I love your Barbados 🇧🇧 shirt I’m from there, best island in the world
Spent many years there
Many winter
See you there
@@Finding-Fish yes sir
If u have to take one your kids to a resort in Cayo coco which one would u go too, for a 14 year old girl
i haven’t seen you fishing or looking for fish yet:)
Great video as always. Youre living my dream life. Would be interested in seeing what you thought about brisas del caribe in Varadero. My family and i have been there a few times and can't say enough good things about the resort
OH really!!!
I thought ya, a small and peaceful resort!!!
nothing over the top but good value for money
Hi!) thanks for video. Could you please share were did you find so cheap price for resort?
on line and video coming out soon
What airline did you take?
Sunwing!!!
Y el bloqueo?