Grand Sunset/Grand Riviera Princess?

[sun seeker]

Shucks folks, I was just injecting a bit of levity

I'm 3 hours behind some of you and those long transfer posts with all the $$$$$ is mind boggling to read before you've downed your 1st cup of java

[carole lacombe]

I don' t know what the big deal is about transfers. I'm also a TA and I prefer having transfers with the Tour Operators. They are always there waiting for you. But sometimes you have no choice like me last November. My transfers were with bestday.com. They were right out the terminal waiting for me. Great service! Great Drivers! Loved Best Day.
As for shuttles, make sure that the time the shuttle leaves corresponds with your flight or else you'll be stuck waiting AND make sure the shuttle drops you off and pick you up at your hotel and not at the end of the street. It's a long way to walk with heavy luggage.
Personally, I always prefer to book with transfers included. No hassle.

[Shammy]

I personally, always skip the included tour operator transfers (if it applies to my trip) and do private. I want to get to where I'm going quick and easy - no stops, hit the ground running as soon as I walk out of the airport.

Yes, I am spoiled.

[faykoko]

since they began offering it, I've been doing the direct transfer offered by Apple. Its now $30 pp round trip and is kind of the best of both worlds. I don't have to sit on the bus and stop at every single hotel and I can rely on the fact they will get me where I'm going.

[playaluva]

Anybody stay here yet? Anxiously awaiting review as we have 20 of us going in May.

[faykoko]

Grand Sunset, Grand Riviera Review » 1 - Introduction -

here's a link to a good review

[JennSlater9]

I wish I could have gotten the rock bottom prices but there are still some really fantastic ones out there. Does anyone have any info on what the Platnium room is?? It is just barly in my price range and I want to be sure it is worth it before I book. Any thoughts???
Thanks so much!!!
Jenn

[playaluva]

Thanks for the great review site. I can't wait to be there!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Shammy]

Originally Posted by JennSlater9

I wish I could have gotten the rock bottom prices but there are still some really fantastic ones out there. Does anyone have any info on what the Platnium room is?? It is just barly in my price range and I want to be sure it is worth it before I book. Any thoughts???
Thanks so much!!!
Jenn

Platinum Suite amenities:

Private check-in with cold towel on arrival
Concierge service in Platinum Lounge area
Weekly managers cocktail
Platinum bracelet and use of exclusive Platinum Lounge and private pool with butler service
Exclusive continental breakfast area and hors d'oeurves at Platinum Lounge
24 hour Room Service
Pillow Service
Domestic, International and Premium brand drinks (aged liquors not included)
Free use of business center (long distance calls not included)
Stay at 1 play at 2 (Unlimited use of all restaurants and facilities in the complex)
International Newspaper located in Platinum Lounge
Nightly turndown service and 2 beach towels in room
Free internet unlimited at Platinum Lounge
1 beach dinner ''Cafe del Mar'' (TBA)
Reservations for a la carte restaurants by phone
Gift in room upon arrival
Discount on Green Fees at Golf Course
Discount on Spa treatments (single service items only)
1 open-water dive (per person, per stay) (weather permitting) (Certified divers by an internationally recognized associations only, original proof of certification required)
Reserved area on beach with butler service (drinks only)
1 30-minute massage (per person, per week)
1 hour free motorized motor water sports (per person, per week) (weather permitting)
1 beach bag with Princess logo
Deluxe amenities in room

[KC Arrowhead]

Thinking that when I booked, was a very good idea? Despite everyones negative reports and outlook

[FutrMsCombs]

My fiance and I booked our honeymoon here and reserved the platinum suites, mainly because we wanted an ocean view. The price was great we book through vacation express, and since the airfare has gone up but I think the price is still great comparing other 4-5 star. We like the perks that come with it too. We are going June 16-23. Our transfers with VacaExp was $50 round trip, I thought not to bad. Does anyone have suggestions on guarenteeing an ocean front other than just requesting with travel agent? Also we have never been to a resort of any kind or out of the US so any suggestions on excursions worth the extra money in Riviera Maya? Anyone going at this time? Thanks all!
CAN"T WAIT FOR THE BEACH!!!!

[Chris in VT]

Welcome to the party! Carole Lacomb will be there getting married with 60+ people, We will be there 17-24 with 29 people. There is plenty to do in the Maya Riviera including nothing. Fat Cat is a great excursion, we are thinking of doing a private excursion with them. Akumal is a must. Great snorkeling and great food down there. As far as getting an ocean front, e-mail reservations a week before you get there and request it.

[lastarner]

We're not a big group, but my husband and I and our two daughters ages 12 and 10 will be there June 14-21 in a swim up room. I hope the wedding is somewhere we can all catch a glimpse. My brother was married in Hawaii a few years ago, and after they were pronounced husband and wife, there was all this applause (there we only about 10 of us attending - small family), we turned around, and all of these guests were out on their balconies watching the whole thing. It was sooo neat. Very memorable.

[Sweet]

FutrMsCombs. I agree with Chris' suggestions. We also have done the zipline(canopy tour) and it was a blast. We will be there from the June 14- 21. Maybe we'll run into you. We have a group of 14 going. You will LOVE the area and start to plan your next trip before you leave. Congrats on your up coming wedding.

[Chris in VT]

Originally Posted by lastarner

. I hope the wedding is somewhere we can all catch a glimpse.

Catch a glimpse? Im bringing a toaster and crashing that shindig!