New Years In Playa

BC-Blonda · 11-13-2011

Hello,

Happy that I am finally able to post on here!

Our Family is coming to PDC on boxing day for a week and we are very excited! One place that we havent been yet!

We are staying at the Allegro Playacar, and will be looking to do some adventuring.

Xel-Ha or Xcaret? Which is better? we want to snorkel, swim with turtles swim in the Cenotes.

Are we better to book separate snorkel tours? I do want to go for more than 1 hour ;/

Ruins - Chichen Itza is too far for me, 3 hours away, how is Tulum?

Also, I have read some very mixed reviews on trip advisor about the resort we are staying at, and trust me I am very opened minded, not expecting the world here....Ive traveled a fair bit and have stayed in 2 1/2 star places that I thought were great, (keeping an open mind) but honestly, there are some brutal reviews on this place! I have never looked at any resorts on that website before, this is my first time, and I almost wish I hadnt!

Lastly, New Years and safety off the resort. I have a 20 yr old 2 16's and a 14 yr old, and I know they want to have fun. What areas are my concern, specially on New Years when the streets will be full?

PS I also want to hold a monkey if I can?

When does the baby turtle release happen?

Thanks everyone! Another BCer joins the PDC forum and happy to be part of!

BC-Blonda · 11-13-2011

Peach · 11-13-2011

For monkeys, I highly recommend checking out The Jungle Place.

The Jungle Place - Tours

Book early, as they only allow small groups of 6-8 people, a few times a week.

We went on our 1st trip to PDC. It was an experience that I'll never forget!!!

BC-Blonda · 11-13-2011

Thanks so much! Will check that out right now

canadiense loco · 11-14-2011

Definitely The Jungle Place for monkeys. It is not a touristy commercial venture as much as it is an educational experience by very passionate and well intended owners. And yes book in advance as the numbers are limited without exception for the protection of the animals.
Xel-Ha will likely suit your kids more. More activities.
Swimming with sea turtles is best done at Akumal. You can do a tour at the beach, but I always just swim out and swim with them on my own. I have my own gear but it can be easily rented there.
Tulum is about an hour south and the ruins are interesting and the setting is beautiful.
I cannot help you with 5th Ave on New Years as I am always before or after, but I am sure others can help.
As for your resort reviews I cannot help there either. I stay in Playacar, but in a villa. But some people really just like to complain and the unhappy people can definitely make it known, often more than the happy ones. Just go, get off the resort, and have a great time.....it is easy to do in Playa !

BC-Blonda · 11-27-2011

Thanks for your post!, I appreciate the insight =)

prbst · 11-27-2011

We have stayed at the Allegro three times, we enjoyed each stay. Is it the fanciest, no, but the prices usually can't be beat. We could always find food to enjoy at the buffets. The breakfasts were always good. We usually go into town almost every night. the shows were fun when we stayed. The staff was always friendly, grounds beautiful. Just go with an open mind and enjoy yourself! We will be down there from Dec 25-Jan 2 staying down the road from the Allegro, we should get together!

BC-Blonda · 11-28-2011

Thanks so much for your post! Looking forward to getting away!!

Do you have kids traveling with you as well? Keep in touch as we get closer to the date!

prbst · 12-03-2011

We're coming down with my husband and I, adult children 18, 27, and 30, plus the 30's girlfriend 28, and her child 6. We have condo just down the road from you. Just north of the Allgro.

11-13-2011	#1 (permalink)
BC-Blonda lost on fifth Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: saratoga beach Posts: 18	New Years In Playa Hello, Happy that I am finally able to post on here! Our Family is coming to PDC on boxing day for a week and we are very excited! One place that we havent been yet! We are staying at the Allegro Playacar, and will be looking to do some adventuring. Xel-Ha or Xcaret? Which is better? we want to snorkel, swim with turtles swim in the Cenotes. Are we better to book separate snorkel tours? I do want to go for more than 1 hour ;/ Ruins - Chichen Itza is too far for me, 3 hours away, how is Tulum? Also, I have read some very mixed reviews on trip advisor about the resort we are staying at, and trust me I am very opened minded, not expecting the world here....Ive traveled a fair bit and have stayed in 2 1/2 star places that I thought were great, (keeping an open mind) but honestly, there are some brutal reviews on this place! I have never looked at any resorts on that website before, this is my first time, and I almost wish I hadnt! Lastly, New Years and safety off the resort. I have a 20 yr old 2 16's and a 14 yr old, and I know they want to have fun. What areas are my concern, specially on New Years when the streets will be full? PS I also want to hold a monkey if I can? When does the baby turtle release happen? Thanks everyone! Another BCer joins the PDC forum and happy to be part of! Last edited by BC-Blonda; 11-13-2011 at 11:33 AM..

11-13-2011	#2 (permalink)
BC-Blonda lost on fifth Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: saratoga beach Posts: 18	Last edited by BC-Blonda; 11-13-2011 at 11:32 AM..

11-14-2011	#5 (permalink)
canadiense loco life=playa Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Red Deer,Alberta,Canada Posts: 961	Definitely The Jungle Place for monkeys. It is not a touristy commercial venture as much as it is an educational experience by very passionate and well intended owners. And yes book in advance as the numbers are limited without exception for the protection of the animals. Xel-Ha will likely suit your kids more. More activities. Swimming with sea turtles is best done at Akumal. You can do a tour at the beach, but I always just swim out and swim with them on my own. I have my own gear but it can be easily rented there. Tulum is about an hour south and the ruins are interesting and the setting is beautiful. I cannot help you with 5th Ave on New Years as I am always before or after, but I am sure others can help. As for your resort reviews I cannot help there either. I stay in Playacar, but in a villa. But some people really just like to complain and the unhappy people can definitely make it known, often more than the happy ones. Just go, get off the resort, and have a great time.....it is easy to do in Playa ! Last edited by canadiense loco; 11-14-2011 at 11:12 PM..

11-13-2011	#3 (permalink)
Peach reposado Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Augusta, Ga Posts: 1,295	For monkeys, I highly recommend checking out The Jungle Place. The Jungle Place - Tours Book early, as they only allow small groups of 6-8 people, a few times a week. We went on our 1st trip to PDC. It was an experience that I'll never forget!!!

11-13-2011	#4 (permalink)
BC-Blonda lost on fifth Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: saratoga beach Posts: 18	Thanks so much! Will check that out right now

11-27-2011	#6 (permalink)
BC-Blonda lost on fifth Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: saratoga beach Posts: 18	Thanks for your post!, I appreciate the insight =)

11-27-2011	#7 (permalink)
prbst beachaholic Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 466	We have stayed at the Allegro three times, we enjoyed each stay. Is it the fanciest, no, but the prices usually can't be beat. We could always find food to enjoy at the buffets. The breakfasts were always good. We usually go into town almost every night. the shows were fun when we stayed. The staff was always friendly, grounds beautiful. Just go with an open mind and enjoy yourself! We will be down there from Dec 25-Jan 2 staying down the road from the Allegro, we should get together!

11-28-2011	#8 (permalink)
BC-Blonda lost on fifth Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: saratoga beach Posts: 18	Thanks so much for your post! Looking forward to getting away!! Do you have kids traveling with you as well? Keep in touch as we get closer to the date!

12-03-2011	#9 (permalink)
prbst beachaholic Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 466	We're coming down with my husband and I, adult children 18, 27, and 30, plus the 30's girlfriend 28, and her child 6. We have condo just down the road from you. Just north of the Allgro.

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