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i just moved on to level 2 yesterday and i about had a minor heart attack...LOL. i am going to alternate between 1 and 2 to keep a good variety. i have definitely noticed a difference in muscle tone as well as endurance.

Quote: Originally Posted by FLgator I have been researching AIs in the Riviera for June on Expedia...including RT flights from Tampa, FL for 2 and 5 nights at the AI here are some prices, but I have no idea which ones are good (any reccommendations).... The Reef Playacar $1168 Grand Coco Bay $1225 Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda $1226 Gran Bahia Principe Coba $1265 Ocean Maya $1265 Ocean Coral & Turquesa $1345 VIva Wyndham Maya $1371 Catalonia Playa Maroma $1381 Catalonia Riviera Maya $1381 and more as the price increases I was in the Riviera Maya last November for a wedding and we stayed at The Royal. I don't know anything about the AI's your list, but what we enjoyed about staying in Playa del Carmen was the proximity to the town. We could walk to the main part of town in about 5 minutes. It was great because you did not feel secluded and could explore other great restaurants and bars. Every group is different, but our group loved the flexibility of traveling outside of the resort.

Quote: Originally Posted by KimmyG WOW that price includes your flights and 4 nights at the Riu? NICE!!! we were really shocked too. we originally weren't going to do a site visit because it was so expensive, but this we can swing!

We are looking at the Riu Palace in Cabo and find it to be very reasonable. We just booked a trip to the Riu Santa Fe in May to check out venues and got a great deal through their website. Approximately $560/ person for 4 nights flying out of Los Angeles.

Quote: Originally Posted by wahmsuzanne Ditto and Ditto! ROTFLMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Too funny and thanks to all for the great information ... *SmiLes* Suzanne It was pretty funny!! She said the worst experience was this guy that came in for a full body wax. 5 hours later and many explicatives later she was done. I never realized the market for male waxing.

Quote: Originally Posted by LALA I get mine done every month. It really doesn't bother me much anymore - like any kind of waxing. I actually prefer the kind where they don't use the paper/cloth strips to rip the wax off. I think the one where they just let the wax cool and rip off the wax with their hand hurts way less. I totally agree with you! My waxer uses both and it gets so smooth. It could be so much worse though, the place I go to has the man's version... sac and crack...... makes a brazilian not sound so bad

wow! that is a serious bonfire. times sure have changed from the firepits at the beach we would all go to in high school!!! LOL Thanks for the photos!

i noticed it was less expensive to book on their website rather than a website that advertises 'discount' trips.

i've read on other posts of brides who have done this. i'm not exactly sure where though. I am definitely interested as well, what a great casual way to introduce your guests to each other.

Quote: Originally Posted by JCruz The only issue I've had at all-inclusives is the complicated process of getting reservations at a la carte restaurants. Particularly if you're with a larger group. I was in Playa del Carmen at an AI for a wedding. We found a small tip to be the way to get a reservation for our large party. If they could not put us all together they would at least try and get us close. We did the same for our bartenders at the pool and we always had another cocktail before the last one was finished!

Thanks for all of the helpful information. We are doing a site visit in May and I am excited to check some of these ideas out too. Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by cabobride6/22 Hi! I am getting married at RIU on June 22, 2009. We are so excited, it looks gorgeous and I have heard great things. Recently RIU cut hotel prices by almost 30% on their website. I called the 1-800 number and they gladly refunded the difference, we saved almost $700! Brandi WOW! That is awesome that they adjusted the prices for you!! $700 is a nice savings!!!

Hi girls, User Name: jamk32179 Name: Jen and Steve Location: TBD but we are thinking about Riu Palace or Dreams, taking a trip in May Wedding: TBD, but we are thinking May 29, 2010

Hi girls, User Name: jamk32179 Name: Jen and Steve Location: TBD but we are thinking about Riu Palace or Dreams, taking a trip in May Wedding: TBD, but we are thinking May 29, 2010

Quote: Originally Posted by melette how are the prices of the wedding packages/ceremony/reception at riu in comparison to dreams? I was wondering the same thing. I am getting married in 2010 and trying to narrow it down between the Palace and Dreams. I really like the location of the Palace and the ability to go into the water.

I stayed at an AI in Riviera Maya. There were buffet and restaurant options for all meals. The lobby bar was open the latest and they had a 24 hour place for snacks and self serve drinks. All rooms were stocked with beer and liquor dispensors. Most AI's also have 24 hour room service. Our group of friends are big partiers so the all inclusive was the best option.

Quote: Originally Posted by mineaux We also booked a sunset cruise for our group on Tues April 21. A thank you for coming sorta deal. I cant wait. Now just to run a little faster on the treadmill to be bikini worthy!!! GOod Luck with all your palnnign if u need anything let me know! Mineaux Who are you booking your sunset cruise through. I am considering the Santa Fe or the Palace and we were definitely thinking about doing a cruise. Thanks

wow! great slideshow. I love the beach reception idea!!

Quote: Originally Posted by JessicaM Another nevada girl yeah ....are you thinking about Dreams Cabo? yay nevada!! we are considering Dreams Cabo in my very long list that changes on a daily basis...LOL! How were the beaches? I have read posts about Dreams being swimable and nonswimable.

thanks so much for the awesome review! i am now thinking about cabo instead of riviera maya for my DW....soooo many choices!

thanks so much for your review.... i have been interested in this hotel and so glad to see there was a night life.....our friends are partiers....LOL

thanks so much for your review! how are the beaches? i've heard some beaches in cabo aren't swimable?

thank you so much for your review! i have Dreams Tulum on my list, but I'm worried about night life for our guests since it is so secluded. Did you find your guests were entertained at night? Thanks for your review!

thanks for the great review. this is on my LONG list of places to visit!

does anyone know if the nightclub can be rented out? thanks for the great review!!