Must have items?

coldsteele35 · 01-07-2006

Heading to playa Feb24th for 10 days (Sandas Gala) anyways what items should we not be without and what local places should we not miss.

Thanks

Lem043 · 01-07-2006

Three things that come to mind right off...... Insulated mug to keep those drinks cold. Biodegradable sunsceen to protect the coral reefs. USD $1's for tipping. Been to the Gala befor (three years ago) you'll love it. Don't forget to get into town to check it out. Have fun!!

JustBob · 01-08-2006

You will need to take a hat. Hats can be used at the pool and when you are out and about. Don't forget sunglasses.

norml · 01-08-2006

Sunscreen SPF 15, 30 even 45 for forehead and ears.

Insulated mug(s) and dollar bills as was mentioned.

A small soft sided cooler to take ice back to the room after a day at the beach. Ice will last 'til the next afternoon and you'll have ice cold bottled water during the day at the beach.

GALA rocks.

coldsteele35 · 01-08-2006

One more ?. We have upgraded to the Royal Club, do all of these rooms have GOOD views of the ocean. For example did the same thing at an Iberostar once and they put us on the bottom floor and all you could see was palm trees. Is there a particular room I could request before hand that anyone has experience with? Thanks again...

amflyerus · 01-23-2006

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Originally Posted by coldsteele35

One more ?. We have upgraded to the Royal Club, do all of these rooms have GOOD views of the ocean. For example did the same thing at an Iberostar once and they put us on the bottom floor and all you could see was palm trees. Is there a particular room I could request before hand that anyone has experience with? Thanks again...

We stayed at the Gala last year and upgraded to the Royal Club. We were on the third floor of the north building. It was the best ocean view we have ever had. I would suggest an upper floors for the better views. More stairs but worth the climb.

leese · 01-23-2006

Many resorts do not provide face cloths.

kwing · 01-23-2006

Hey just a little thing that I find comes in handy are ziplock bags, for wet swimsuits or other things that you want to protect from the sand. Have a great time!

cmsitaly · 01-23-2006

-We like to take a scented candle or two for the bathroom or whatever

-Mosturizing foot lotion from OPI for dry beach feet

-Grapefruit seed extract to help with the digestive system from change in food and too much whatever

-A stack of $1 to leave the maid a couple everyday

-All the info and sugggestions I have downloaded from this site!

Doug1969 · 01-30-2006

Cipiro - or a other antibiotic from your DR.

mfl*s queen · 01-30-2006

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Originally Posted by amflyerus

We stayed at the Gala last year and upgraded to the Royal Club. We were on the third floor of the north building. It was the best ocean view we have ever had. I would suggest an upper floors for the better views. More stairs but worth the climb.

A few years back, before we purchased our own Condo, we stayed at the Gala, Royal Club, and it was wonderful. We were actually on the bottom floor, and loved it as we just walked out of our door right onto the beach. The Italian Ala Carte Restaurant was to die for, and make sure you get a massage or two, or three from Andy, if he is still there. OMG, he was delightful!!

Timpete · 01-30-2006

If you like AI's, you love the Gala.

myhappyplace2 · 01-30-2006

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Originally Posted by coldsteele35

Heading to playa Feb24th for 10 days (Sandas Gala) anyways what items should we not be without and what local places should we not miss.Thanks

A small first aid kit, (good for friends who take a spill)
Dollar bills (for better service from bartenders and maids)
Extra pair of shades (I either lose a pair of break em')
ATM card (easy way to get pesos for drinks and treats)
Scented Candles (for setting the mood or removing odors)
Birth control of choice (Playa puts you in the mood)

monte · 01-30-2006

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Originally Posted by myhappyplace2

A small first aid kit, (good for friends who take a spill)
Dollar bills (for better service from bartenders and maids)
Extra pair of shades (I either lose a pair of break em')
ATM card (easy way to get pesos for drinks and treats)
Scented Candles (for setting the mood or removing odors)
Birth control of choice (Playa puts you in the mood)

ELECTRA · 01-30-2006

Ear Plugs!!!
Favorite hat.
Spare sunglasses.
Blistex/lip protector.
Compact or super mini monocular/binocular for the top of the piramids (or the beach).
Your fav runners/sport shoes.
Sun screen and After sun product.
OFF! Skintastic Spray.
Flip-Flop sandals for room.
Small/compact air freshener spray
Anti-biotic lotion/ bandaids.
Waterproof, disposable camera.
Day bag.

01-07-2006	#1 (permalink)
coldsteele35 lost on fifth Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Saint Louis Posts: 10	Must have items? Heading to playa Feb24th for 10 days (Sandas Gala) anyways what items should we not be without and what local places should we not miss. Thanks

01-07-2006	#2 (permalink)
Lem043 way into it Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 132	Three things that come to mind right off...... Insulated mug to keep those drinks cold. Biodegradable sunsceen to protect the coral reefs. USD $1's for tipping. Been to the Gala befor (three years ago) you'll love it. Don't forget to get into town to check it out. Have fun!!

01-08-2006	#3 (permalink)
JustBob sandflea Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 4	You will need to take a hat. Hats can be used at the pool and when you are out and about. Don't forget sunglasses.

01-08-2006	#4 (permalink)
norml life=playa Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Elkhart Lake, Wi. Posts: 701	Sunscreen SPF 15, 30 even 45 for forehead and ears. Insulated mug(s) and dollar bills as was mentioned. A small soft sided cooler to take ice back to the room after a day at the beach. Ice will last 'til the next afternoon and you'll have ice cold bottled water during the day at the beach. GALA rocks.

01-08-2006	#5 (permalink)
coldsteele35 lost on fifth Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Saint Louis Posts: 10	One more ?. We have upgraded to the Royal Club, do all of these rooms have GOOD views of the ocean. For example did the same thing at an Iberostar once and they put us on the bottom floor and all you could see was palm trees. Is there a particular room I could request before hand that anyone has experience with? Thanks again...

01-23-2006	#7 (permalink)
leese lost on fifth Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 20	Many resorts do not provide face cloths.

01-23-2006	#8 (permalink)
kwing sandflea Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 2	Hey just a little thing that I find comes in handy are ziplock bags, for wet swimsuits or other things that you want to protect from the sand. Have a great time!

01-23-2006	#9 (permalink)
cmsitaly añejo Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,082	-We like to take a scented candle or two for the bathroom or whatever -Mosturizing foot lotion from OPI for dry beach feet -Grapefruit seed extract to help with the digestive system from change in food and too much whatever -A stack of $1 to leave the maid a couple everyday -All the info and sugggestions I have downloaded from this site!

01-30-2006	#10 (permalink)
Doug1969 sandflea Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 6	Cipiro - or a other antibiotic from your DR.

01-30-2006	#12 (permalink)
Timpete way into it Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Virginia, Minnesota Posts: 117	If you like AI's, you love the Gala.

01-30-2006	#15 (permalink)
ELECTRA life=playa Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA (unfortunately) Posts: 980	Ear Plugs!!! Favorite hat. Spare sunglasses. Blistex/lip protector. Compact or super mini monocular/binocular for the top of the piramids (or the beach). Your fav runners/sport shoes. Sun screen and After sun product. OFF! Skintastic Spray. Flip-Flop sandals for room. Small/compact air freshener spray Anti-biotic lotion/ bandaids. Waterproof, disposable camera. Day bag.

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