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Puerto Vallarta, Aruba or Dominican Repulic?

P: 6/28/2008 1:24:41 PM
mintve Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,200 Last Post: 6/2/2009 Member Since: 10/15/2007	I work for Marriott and am thinking I want to take advantage of my discounted rate for our honeymoon. As of now, we can book these hotels for the first part of May. We live in Atlanta and did not want to fly for hours and hours. we jsut wentto Hawaii and decided to stay closer to home for the honeymoon. More hotels may open up as we get closer to the date, but this is what I am currently considerin: Puerto Vallarta Mexico- we've never been to this part of Mexico http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pvrmx-casamagna-marriott-puerto-vallarta-resort-and-spa/ Aruba- I was in Aruba for one day on a cruise https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/auabr-renaissance-aruba-resort-and-casino/ Dominican Republic https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sdqgw-renaissance-jaragua-hotel-and-casino/ or Hilton Head https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/hhhgr-hilton-head-marriott-resort-and-spa/ Everything Works Out for a Reason
Posted: 6/28/2008 1:24:41 PM

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P: 6/28/2008 1:28:17 PM
Dani Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,607 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 11/12/2004	Hi Mintve- I would recommend Puerto Vallarta or Aruba....I have been to all 3 of the places you've mentioned. We went to Aruba for our honeymoon and really enjoyed it. Its fun, clean, safe, and the beaches are beautiful. Puerto Vallarta is really pretty too...its a little more culturally interesting, if you know what I mean...You can go into town and walk around and its really pretty. The beaches are nice there too...water is a dark blue b/c its not on the Caribbean side. I say, you cant go wrong with either!!!!
Posted: 6/28/2008 1:28:17 PM

P: 6/28/2008 1:46:14 PM
mintve Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,200 Last Post: 6/2/2009 Member Since: 10/15/2007	thanks for the input :) Everything Works Out for a Reason
Posted: 6/28/2008 1:46:14 PM

P: 6/28/2008 4:18:44 PM
Lauren1116 Cut Rock Total Posts: 143 Last Post: 11/3/2008 Member Since: 10/18/2007	I just got back from my honeymoon in the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata) earlier this week. We had a great time. It was very beautiful, the people were very nice, and there was lots to do. We enjoyed the beach but both of us are very active so we went waterfall climbing, ziplining, and whitewater rafting. We explored the fort, the amber museum, the Brugal rum factoy. We went to a chocolate and coffee farm. Had a picnic lunch on a sugar cane plantation. We went out dancing a few nights and learned to salsa. I would highly recommend it and it was a great deal.
Posted: 6/28/2008 4:18:44 PM

P: 6/28/2008 6:35:08 PM
mintve Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,200 Last Post: 6/2/2009 Member Since: 10/15/2007	Date: 6/28/2008 4:18:44 PM Author: Lauren1116 I just got back from my honeymoon in the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata) earlier this week. We had a great time. It was very beautiful, the people were very nice, and there was lots to do. We enjoyed the beach but both of us are very active so we went waterfall climbing, ziplining, and whitewater rafting. We explored the fort, the amber museum, the Brugal rum factoy. We went to a chocolate and coffee farm. Had a picnic lunch on a sugar cane plantation. We went out dancing a few nights and learned to salsa. I would highly recommend it and it was a great deal. thanks Lauren! That is good info! Sounds like you had a great time! Everything Works Out for a Reason
Posted: 6/28/2008 6:35:08 PM

P: 6/29/2008 10:12:25 AM
Gwyn Ideal Rock Total Posts: 745 Last Post: 2/8/2009 Member Since: 1/5/2007	I have not been to the dominican republic, however I have visited the other two. Though I enjoyed puerto vallarta alot, I would go for Aruba for the honeymoon. It was nicer weather in general (All year round). And I personally think the beaches are unparalled. I went snorkling in both and the water in aruba blew PV out of the water...so tospeak.
Posted: 6/29/2008 10:12:25 AM

P: 6/29/2008 8:57:20 PM
Linda74 Rough Rock Total Posts: 77 Last Post: 12/7/2008 Member Since: 9/26/2007	They are very different locations. We love Puerto Vallarta. The Marriott would be in the Marina area which means you could walk to many wonderful restaurants. The beaches aren't the greatest but you have wonderful pools. The first of May would be nice weather. PV is a glimpse of old Mexico and there is much to do. This may or may not be what you want for a honeymoon. Aruba is a great island with constant winds and beautiful beaches. It can be quite expensive. The Dominincan Republic also has great beaches. You want to definitely be at an All Inclusive on this island. Linda
Posted: 6/29/2008 8:57:20 PM

P: 6/30/2008 12:11:11 PM
LadyJ76 Rough Rock Total Posts: 36 Last Post: 6/30/2008 Member Since: 3/28/2007	Hi Mintve! So I've been in hiding around here for awhile but had to post when I saw you were considering the Aruba Marriott Renaissance. I LOVE that place!!! I've stayed at the Marina hotel twice and I'm trying to schedule another vacation there with my fiance as a "welcome home from Iraq" getaway (he just returned from doing 15 months there). What I like best about this resort is that it has it's own private island. There is a boat that comes right into the lobby every 15 minutes to shuttle guests out there. The ride out to the island is fun in itself and the island is beautiful. There are iguanas and flamingos walking around freely...there's even a "pink duck" wondering around (not sure if he's still there though). The island has a family side and an adult side and the water is sectioned off from the ocean by huge boulders but there is PLENTY of swim area (I like this because I'm really squeemish about sharks and big fish..eek!). There's an awesome steak house, casino, lounge, pool bar, lots of shopping nearby....everything you could possibly want. I'm dying to go back but their prices seemed to have gone way up since the last time I was there. If you can get a good deal, I HIGHLY recommend this place...and the weather in Aruba always seems to be perfect!
Posted: 6/30/2008 12:11:11 PM

P: 6/30/2008 12:14:58 PM
fiery Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,129 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 5/18/2008	My family is from DR so obviously that would be my choice. It's cheap and its beautiful. I suggest Boca Chica or Playa Dorada if you decide to go.
Posted: 6/30/2008 12:14:58 PM

P: 6/30/2008 12:24:42 PM
Courtneylub Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,476 Last Post: 10/27/2009 Member Since: 11/18/2007	PV's beaches aren't as gorgeous as Aruba's IMO. PV is gorgeous, don't get me wrong, but I'm all about crystal clear water than I can see my feet in.
Posted: 6/30/2008 12:24:42 PM

P: 6/30/2008 1:10:35 PM
mintve Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,200 Last Post: 6/2/2009 Member Since: 10/15/2007	i am starting to lean toward the caribbean, since the water will be so clear! thanks for the feedback. Everything Works Out for a Reason
Posted: 6/30/2008 1:10:35 PM

P: 6/30/2008 3:17:23 PM
julabean Cut Rock Total Posts: 198 Last Post: 9/22/2009 Member Since: 12/20/2007	Date: 6/28/2008 1:24:41 PM Author:mintve I work for Marriott and am thinking I want to take advantage of my discounted rate for our honeymoon. As of now, we can book these hotels for the first part of May. We live in Atlanta and did not want to fly for hours and hours. we jsut wentto Hawaii and decided to stay closer to home for the honeymoon. If you're in Atlanta, Central America isn't too bad of a flight for you. I know it's not on your list right now, but have you considered Los Suenos in Costa Rica? My DH and I just returned from the resort on the Pacific side of Costa Rica and it was beyond fabulous. Probably the best Marriott resort I've ever been to. We were talking with some people from Miami who said their flight was only 3 hours, so wouldn't be much more from Atlanta. http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sjols-los-suenos-marriott-ocean-and-golf-resort/
Posted: 6/30/2008 3:17:23 PM

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