You made me laugh out loud with your statement that the Blau was great because as you get,older it is easier to get around. To me , you are both mere babies!!!! Great video.
@jillgrinstead453 What do you think about Royalton Hicacos Varadero? I am on their page. Seems that I can have a little higher expectations with food? Yes. We are babies. Only been twice. First time Dhawa... food was horrible but beach was great. Second time. Selectum Family Resort. Food was better but still not great. I think Royalton Hicacos is a higher tier? Please help.
My wife and I have been to Veradero a number of times and stayed at different resorts. My favorite resort was Memories Jibacoa. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Fell in love with the staff. Had the best food of all. Their New Year's eve party and entertainment was spectacular the year we were there. It is not the best beach, unless like me you enjoy snorkeling. Beautiful, lots to see. One last plus is if you book a tour of Havana that includes the Tropicana, the show finishes at midnight. Jibacoa guests return to their resort about 1:00 am. Veradero guests are returned to their resorts between 2:00 am and 3:30 am. I think the absolute best sandy beaches in Veradero are closer to town with the older resorts.
Great video and reviews Mike. I think the way you break it down can really help people make some final decisions on where to go, for us you can not beat the Cayo Santa Maria beaches !
Mike & Jenn, Fantastic video! Your insights on the top Cuban adults-only all-inclusive resorts for 2025 are incredibly helpful. The detailed recommendations and personal experiences make it easy to choose the perfect destination. Thanks for sharing. Take care. Be safe. Shaun
Yeah! I was waiting for this video to drop. Nice list. Ive only been to Royalton and its #1 in my heart. You've given me some ideas to further review. Thanks Mike and Jen.
I'm so excited that Blau took first place! I was there in December, too, and I loved it. I went to the cafe in the lobby every day, and the service was absolutely amazing! I totally agree with your review. The staff was so friendly and helpful👏🏻
Very informative video, Mike. Best way to view it is back to back with your Best of 2023 video from last year. Jenny was able to add her take on that video. Top criteria for you in 2023 was personal safety, followed by best beach, then consistency of food. Last year you both had Cayo Largo and Cayo Coco resorts at the top. This year, two Varadero resorts edged out Cayo Coco on the list. I think I need to rediscover Varadero, based on your reviews and the fact that it’s the only Cuba destination with a direct flight from Saskatoon. Great content, and the members only additional content is interesting.
Hello sir. Awesome video like always I like this one a lot I do the adult only if I can. Good to see your back in Cuba. Waiting to see the new videos Safe travels Mr. Fish
As a German who lived in Canada for 14 years, I did visit Cuba 3 times. One hotel, All- Inclusive, Province Holguin, Town Guardalavaca. I was there 2 times because I loved the staff, the rooms, the buffet, and the evening live shows/ music. I do live now in Panama. The last 5 years, I didn’t travel. Now you brought back good memories. I think I will go to Cuba again this year! 🎉
Hey Mike just at Sanctuary white sands right now...im not shure if it would make my top 5, but totally agree with you about the Royalton Santa Maria. We had our fair share of towel issues at Sanctuary, also staff was hard to communicate with and less attentive. Great video...thanks
Wow that Blau is crazy looking, so many resorts we have to try, because of Lorraine having shingles we had to cancel two Cuba trips , one in early December, and one in the first of January, hopefully she will be ok for the last week of January 2025, love your top five plus one, great video, you and Jenny are amazing at doing these travel videos, as always another great video, thanks mike🎉🍁❄️🍁❄️🍁❄️🍁😍🥃🍸🥃🍸🍩🍩🍺🎆🌴🌴🌴🇨🇦🇨🇦
Great video Mike ! Thanks for your insight on these hotels. My next visit will be between 2 of the hotels you visited. Playa Pesquero and Royalton. Thank you !
Hey Mike, when in Cuba I really have enjoyed the shows they put on in the Theaters, they really do a great job entertaining the guest be it a rock band, or a comedy or a wonderful dance act, I love the music trivia contest, would love if you could talk to some of the performers, we always take down packs of guitar strings, picks, have seen some amazing shows in Cuba in Santa Maria, and cayo coco, I know your busy with all the great resorts that you visit, and as always your amazing videos are so enjoyable, thanks mike🎉🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🌴🌴🇨🇦🌴🌴🍷🍷🍺🍺🍹🍁🍁🍁❄️❄️❄️🍩🍁🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Sounds great. How about videos on - Cuban resorts that don't charge a single surplus in high season (if one exists lol) - best no-frills value resorts (3* and above) for ocean, pool, food, room. For people who don't care about shows, zumba, gym, spa, etc. and just want to relax in the sun. - quiet resorts (just returned from Sanctuary Grand Memories Varadero and couldn't use the pool from late AM until evening due to blasting, pumping dance music. Liked the resort though. - extras to take w/ you as gifts and for yourself (to make it more pleasant). Lots on the web but not sure if it's the choices of locals. I think it would be interesting if you rated each place w/i 4-5 different categories at the end. Followers could help pick some of the categories. Thanks for your posts. My GF and I watched many, learned a lot and enjoyed your tours. Happy Holiday!
YES in the New Year More Detailed info For a Members program might be offered!! Its a massive cost to build videos and to build video to that amount of details!! Members only for those that want extreme details maybe be provided in the Future!!! But (FREE) Original Style content will still be available as well Best of Both Worlds
Thank you for the reviews. We made a list and will check each one out for February's vaca. That being said, we have been to the Royalton in Cayo Santa Maria, and it was lovely. The beach is amazing for long walks, too ❤
Thanks Mike for the top five line-up!! The Atrium in the Blau looks phenomenal as does the rest of the Resort. All five look like top drawer Resorts. Your criteria breakdown was very fair to pick the order of the five. Take care and safe travels!!
Gotta give a shout out to Ensenachos Coral level. Though it’s a ton of walking at times which we like I felt like I was on Gilligans island. Never seen a beach that nice yet in Cuba and that 2bed 3bath semi with the hot tub on the patio is just unreal. Almost don’t want to give the secret away.
Love the vids. I've been going to resorts in Cuba for over 15 years but now I have mobility issues. In the future please include accessibility in your reviews. Thanks.
Hey Mike. I stayed at the Blau November 2023. I agree with you about the breakfast buffet. It was bad. Lunch and dinner were much better. I thought the service was great and friendly. Clean resort. Mostly European clientele when I was there. I was told by a Cuban worker that they can be difficult haha.
I had asked you to visit and review Memories Jibacoa and I was so thrilled to see that it made your top 5 adult resorts It's such a great resort with amazing staff. Can't wait to head back one day.
@@jenniferfisher4912 We did too! We preferred the smaller style resort, fantastic staff that have worked there for a very long time and snorkelling right off the beach.
Mike thank you again for the review on the top 5 Adults. When you have a chance tried Royalton Hicacos in Varadero , we really like that one. We love you guys!! 🍷 Happy new year !!
These resorts look like the perfect getaway! 🌴✨ I’m already daydreaming about the beaches and all-inclusive perks! 🏖 Which one would you recommend for a truly relaxing vacation? 😎
I was so surprised Blau Varadero was #1... we love Varadero. ..7 trips...2 hotels...we're looking at Blau, right now...love your informative videos, I like how you present everything...it works for me as far as really getting a legit idea on properties...😊
Great videos Mike. The Royalton in Santa Maria is our favourite in Cuba. Have you ever been to Melia Cayo Coco? That is our #2 and was recently renovated
Like so many who commented….. I too have been stuck for 15 years. I have heard many readers like yourself say this over the last 2 months. I hope for everyone like me who had been stuck, no matter how hard we work, give, love etc things have just been so hard in general. I do hope this new transit is the exit of this bad time in life and I look forward to better times ahead.
Hi Mike. Great video. I read just yesterday that China donated about 70 tons of equipment to help with power generation for Cuba so the power situation should get better for 2025. Happy New Year. Enjoy. Nazdravja!
The Melia Internacional section Level adults is very nice . My husband and I love it ❤ 31 times in Cuba . 4 times at Melia Internacional Level adults. The Royal suit ( Oceanview) is magnifico ❤ We love Cuba and cuban people 🇨🇺❤️ We are going back soon ❤
Awesome video Mike and Jenny! Thanks! I thought the iberostar Ensenachos would have been in the top five as your review of it was up there. And what about Sanctuary at Grand Memories Cayo Santa Maria? Where would you place these two on a list of top ten? Guess there could be a top ten video coming? 😁😉 Anyway thanks so much for sharing your honest opinions. 🙏❤️
@ thanks that makes sense. Much appreciated, and I know it’s still work doing what you do but at least you make the best of it in beautiful surroundings …enjoy your next adventure. See you and Jenny sometime. 😊🙏🙌
You made me curious. I am planning to go to one of these resorts. So, note to myself: #6 Cayo Paredon VIP #5 Sanctuary White Sands Cayo Cruz #4 Memories Jibacoa #3 Playa Pesquero #2 Royalton Cayo Santa Maria #1 Blau Varadero
Thanks Mike!! I took notes ☺️Thanks for doing this every year! Isn’t the beach at Playa Pesquero smaller since it’s in a bay? From my memories..Or is there a longer beach to walk on on the other side? Thanks again!! Happy New Year to you and Jenn! Can’t wait to see where your going this year! Cheers 🏝️✌️
Hi Was wondering with the blau because you were in low season do you think high season wld seem crowed at the beach and available loungers. We love small resorts and less crowds. Thanks
Blau early this year was the worst for me. Food was not good, we got sick all weak long. Not too many options, the elevator was so slow, the smoking section was inside near the bar instead of outside, the pool was cold and one time i asked a female bartender for a pinacola and she gave me a plain glass of rum..she then told me its a pina colada ! So personally i can't recommend the Blau Varadero
Maybe u get better service now that everyone recognizes you! I'm sure to the average traveler we wouldn't get that service ! But I do enjoy watching your videos!
We always go to the Melia Cayo Santa Maria and are treated like family. Never a complaint. Mind you we don’t go looking for 10 star service or pay for diamond service as we don’t feel the need to. We go to Cuba for the beauty and for the people not for the posh posh.
How much do you tip your butlers at the end of your trip or daily how much ? Last trip tipped end of my trip but never really know what amount is acceptable always bring USA Funds.
Hi Mike. Are there any smaller resorts in Varadero that you recommend. Sol Varadero was nice size and good resort.. But looking to try something else. Don't want a mega sized place. Thanks Jason
Paradisus Varadero is a 500 room resort but never more than half full. Always loungers available at the pool and beach. Never busy. Pay a bit more and you’ll be rewarded
I haven’t been!!! That’s the part when I mentioned This video is based on resorts I’ve stayed at last year!!! You missed that detail It’s right at the beginning!!!
the Cuban tyranny is aware this guy is a UA-camr who produces mostly good reviews about their resorts, they follow and target this guy to give him the best experience for his videos, it is an investment for them, that's why this guy doesn't understand why the hotels are empty, and it is because the real experience differs from what he posts here, and whatever people he attracts in his videos, are later disappointed and give real word of mouth reviews to friends and family, if you want to see a real review of hotels in Cuba look for a UA-cam channel that is not dedicated to promote hotels in Cuba. it will be more realistic.
I guess this review wouldnt be the most helpful for me. Why would you place a resort at No1 when the food wasnt great? I thought that the No1 problem is food. Or I am a bit naive to feel this way.
@jenniferfisher4912 Thanks for the clarifications. We have only been to Cuba twice. First time the food was horrible at Dhawa. Selectum is better but still not great. So we are trying to find a higher tier where I can have higher expectations. It's okay if only breakfast was not great. Also it is difficult to interpret the word 'bad' for Cuba you know. Cuz we are trained to expect the worst..
Avoid Starfish Guardalavaca. Nightmare experience in Dec 2024. Noise is unbearable. RAVE music - BOOM BOOM BOOM until late at night. Food was horrid. Management rude when asked to turn down the music.
Another great video cheers. Grimsby Dave. Keep up the great work
You made me laugh out loud with your statement that the Blau was great because as you get,older it is easier to get around. To me , you are both mere babies!!!! Great video.
😂😂😂
@jillgrinstead453 What do you think about Royalton Hicacos Varadero? I am on their page. Seems that I can have a little higher expectations with food? Yes. We are babies. Only been twice. First time Dhawa... food was horrible but beach was great. Second time. Selectum Family Resort. Food was better but still not great. I think Royalton Hicacos is a higher tier? Please help.
My wife and I have been to Veradero a number of times and stayed at different resorts. My favorite resort was Memories Jibacoa. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Fell in love with the staff. Had the best food of all. Their New Year's eve party and entertainment was spectacular the year we were there. It is not the best beach, unless like me you enjoy snorkeling. Beautiful, lots to see. One last plus is if you book a tour of Havana that includes the Tropicana, the show finishes at midnight. Jibacoa guests return to their resort about 1:00 am.
Veradero guests are returned to their resorts between 2:00 am and 3:30 am. I think the absolute best sandy beaches in Veradero are closer to town with the older resorts.
That’s awesome!!!
Good to know!!
Thanks for sharing!!!
Love it
Mike
Hi Mike another terrific video! ❤
Thanks So Much!!!
Great video, it gave me some solid choices. Thanks for the work you do. Cheers
Great video and reviews Mike. I think the way you break it down can really help people make some final decisions on where to go, for us you can not beat the Cayo Santa Maria beaches !
Mike & Jenn, Fantastic video! Your insights on the top Cuban adults-only all-inclusive resorts for 2025 are incredibly helpful. The detailed recommendations and personal experiences make it easy to choose the perfect destination. Thanks for sharing. Take care. Be safe. Shaun
Glad it was helpful!
Great video! My wife and I have been to Cuba 12 times and our absolute favourite resort is the Royalton in Cayo Santa Maria. Cheers!
Thanks for the Video. Just got back from Holquin Grand Memories. Loved it. Great snorkeling!
Yeah! I was waiting for this video to drop. Nice list. Ive only been to Royalton and its #1 in my heart. You've given me some ideas to further review. Thanks Mike and Jen.
I would recommend some others than the Royalton and the ones Mike has provided. They are more money so maybe that is breaking point.
I'm so excited that Blau took first place!
I was there in December, too, and I loved it. I went to the cafe in the lobby every day, and the service was absolutely amazing!
I totally agree with your review.
The staff was so friendly and helpful👏🏻
Hi Mike and Jenny...another great video on your top 5 picks. You're experience is helpful to all of us. Thanks. Cheers Bill
I've been to Cuba 8 times. My favorite is Veradero Las Americas. Beautiful beach, service and food. Nice golf course, very friendly resort.
Hi Mike, always a pleasure watching your videos about our preferred destination Cuba. Keep doing the good job of presenting us with the best of Cuba!
Thanks for watching
Great video, loved the reviews. Looking forward to 2025 . Cheers!! Mike and Aylem
Beautiful resorts. ❤Great information. Can't wait for my kids to grow up!😂
Very informative video, Mike.
Best way to view it is back to back with your Best of 2023 video from last year.
Jenny was able to add her take on that video.
Top criteria for you in 2023 was personal safety, followed by best beach, then consistency of food.
Last year you both had Cayo Largo and Cayo Coco resorts at the top.
This year, two Varadero resorts edged out Cayo Coco on the list.
I think I need to rediscover Varadero, based on your reviews and the fact that it’s the only Cuba destination with a direct flight from Saskatoon.
Great content, and the members only additional content is interesting.
Awesome
Hello sir.
Awesome video like always
I like this one a lot I do the adult only if I can.
Good to see your back in Cuba. Waiting to see the new videos
Safe travels Mr. Fish
Thanks for watching
As a German who lived in Canada for 14 years, I did visit Cuba 3 times. One hotel, All- Inclusive, Province Holguin, Town Guardalavaca. I was there 2 times because I loved the staff, the rooms, the buffet, and the evening live shows/ music. I do live now in Panama. The last 5 years, I didn’t travel. Now you brought back good memories. I think I will go to Cuba again this year! 🎉
Thanks for watching
And supporting the channel
Mike
love it thanks for sharing happy new year to you and the family 2025
Thanks Rob happy new year
FANTASTIC RECOMMENDATIONS!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!! ....will keep watching all your videos🙂
Thanks !!!
Hey Mike just at Sanctuary white sands right now...im not shure if it would make my top 5, but totally agree with you about the Royalton Santa Maria.
We had our fair share of towel issues at Sanctuary, also staff was hard to communicate with and less attentive.
Great video...thanks
Great reviews, thank you for the great work.
Wow that Blau is crazy looking, so many resorts we have to try, because of Lorraine having shingles we had to cancel two Cuba trips , one in early December, and one in the first of January, hopefully she will be ok for the last week of January 2025, love your top five plus one, great video, you and Jenny are amazing at doing these travel videos, as always another great video, thanks mike🎉🍁❄️🍁❄️🍁❄️🍁😍🥃🍸🥃🍸🍩🍩🍺🎆🌴🌴🌴🇨🇦🇨🇦
Great video Mike ! Thanks for your insight on these hotels. My next visit will be between 2 of the hotels you visited. Playa Pesquero and Royalton. Thank you !
Hey Mike, when in Cuba I really have enjoyed the shows they put on in the Theaters, they really do a great job entertaining the guest be it a rock band, or a comedy or a wonderful dance act, I love the music trivia contest, would love if you could talk to some of the performers, we always take down packs of guitar strings, picks, have seen some amazing shows in Cuba in Santa Maria, and cayo coco, I know your busy with all the great resorts that you visit, and as always your amazing videos are so enjoyable, thanks mike🎉🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🌴🌴🇨🇦🌴🌴🍷🍷🍺🍺🍹🍁🍁🍁❄️❄️❄️🍩🍁🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Sounds great. How about videos on
- Cuban resorts that don't charge a single surplus in high season (if one exists lol)
- best no-frills value resorts (3* and above) for ocean, pool, food, room. For people who don't care about shows, zumba, gym, spa, etc. and just want to relax in the sun.
- quiet resorts (just returned from Sanctuary Grand Memories Varadero and couldn't use the pool from late AM until evening due to blasting, pumping dance music. Liked the resort though.
- extras to take w/ you as gifts and for yourself (to make it more pleasant). Lots on the web but not sure if it's the choices of locals.
I think it would be interesting if you rated each place w/i 4-5 different categories at the end. Followers could help pick some of the categories.
Thanks for your posts. My GF and I watched many, learned a lot and enjoyed your tours. Happy Holiday!
YES in the New Year More Detailed info For a Members program might be offered!!
Its a massive cost to build videos and to build video to that amount of details!!
Members only for those that want extreme details maybe be provided in the Future!!!
But (FREE) Original Style content will still be available as well
Best of Both Worlds
Thanks for your list . Nice. I also enjoy the ones that have cigar bars as it’s getting challenging to enjoy smoking when you travel anymore
Thank you for the reviews. We made a list and will check each one out for February's vaca. That being said, we have been to the Royalton in Cayo Santa Maria, and it was lovely. The beach is amazing for long walks, too ❤
Have fun and best of luck
Great video
Love to hear your perspective on Angsana cayo santa maria adults only please.
Maybe this year!
Thanks Mike for the top five line-up!! The Atrium in the Blau looks phenomenal as does the rest of the Resort. All five look like top drawer Resorts. Your criteria breakdown was very fair to pick the order of the five. Take care and safe travels!!
Thanks for watching
Hello from Varadero
Thanks for these great ratings Mikey. Updating my list of must visits for sure. Travel on Dude!😎
Thanks so much
Awesome video. I thought the Sanctuary at Grand Memories Holguin might have made your list, if I recall, you guys seemed to enjoy that one.
It was awesome!!!!!
Gotta give a shout out to Ensenachos Coral level. Though it’s a ton of walking at times which we like I felt like I was on Gilligans island. Never seen a beach that nice yet in Cuba and that 2bed 3bath semi with the hot tub on the patio is just unreal. Almost don’t want to give the secret away.
I walked through it! It was beautiful 🤩
We're heading there this Friday, our first time and have heard really good things. Fingers crossed!
Love the vids. I've been going to resorts in Cuba for over 15 years but now I have mobility issues. In the future please include accessibility in your reviews. Thanks.
I do in most of all my videos if they have it
Thank you! Another amazing video ❤
Thanks for watching
Hey Mike. I stayed at the Blau November 2023. I agree with you about the breakfast buffet. It was bad. Lunch and dinner were much better. I thought the service was great and friendly. Clean resort. Mostly European clientele when I was there. I was told by a Cuban worker that they can be difficult haha.
Solid pick with Blau.I enjoyed it a couple of times.
Great video
been looking at the blau for a while now... I'm booked for May!
I had asked you to visit and review Memories Jibacoa and I was so thrilled to see that it made your top 5 adult resorts It's such a great resort with amazing staff. Can't wait to head back one day.
I loved it there
@@jenniferfisher4912 We did too! We preferred the smaller style resort, fantastic staff that have worked there for a very long time and snorkelling right off the beach.
Beautiful resorts.. I also loved the Blau and the beautiful Cuban people
Mike thank you again for the review on the top 5 Adults.
When you have a chance tried Royalton Hicacos in Varadero , we really like that one.
We love you guys!! 🍷
Happy new year !!
Been like 7 times we love it!!!!
Absolutely love it!!!!’
Well will have rethink our pic between the Royalton and the Blau now. Either way, I'm going to have a great vacation.
Yes you are!!!
You want the Royalton in Cayo Santa Maria…..trust me.
These resorts look like the perfect getaway! 🌴✨ I’m already daydreaming about the beaches and all-inclusive perks! 🏖 Which one would you recommend for a truly relaxing vacation? 😎
Was just watching another of your vids when this dropped. Serendipity.
hey bro love and appreciate your onste reviews ,,,,was surprised by #one ..... i may try mexico .....i suggest you do too .love only
Oh really
Remember it’s only what I deem what i enjoyed!!!
That’s all!!!
I not recommend any of these resorts
But I felt it had good quality for money
I was so surprised Blau Varadero was #1... we love Varadero. ..7 trips...2 hotels...we're looking at Blau, right now...love your informative videos, I like how you present everything...it works for me as far as really getting a legit idea on properties...😊
Thank you
No pool for me either! I want every second at the beach that I can get in these Alberta winters!!!!!!!!!
Back to Sanctuary Grand Memories Varadero in March 😎
Great video!
Great videos Mike. The Royalton in Santa Maria is our favourite in Cuba. Have you ever been to Melia Cayo Coco? That is our #2 and was recently renovated
We haven’t been there in over 12 years, maybe this year
Happy New Year! What a great video! How does one do diamond club?
Yay!! See the Blau very soon 😊
Made me hungry just watching ❤❤‼️‼️🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇺🇨🇺
Like so many who commented….. I too have been stuck for 15 years. I have heard many readers like yourself say this over the last 2 months. I hope for everyone like me who had been stuck, no matter how hard we work, give, love etc things have just been so hard in general. I do hope this new transit is the exit of this bad time in life and I look forward to better times ahead.
Being 72 I might have to choose the Blau now due to my mobility issues
Booked into blau Feb 6,can't wait
Fun
Hi Mike. Great video. I read just yesterday that China donated about 70 tons of equipment to help with power generation for Cuba so the power situation should get better for 2025. Happy New Year. Enjoy. Nazdravja!
The Melia Internacional section Level adults is very nice . My husband and I love it ❤
31 times in Cuba . 4 times at Melia Internacional Level adults. The Royal suit ( Oceanview) is magnifico ❤
We love Cuba and cuban people 🇨🇺❤️
We are going back soon ❤
Be there in a few days
Hi Mike, Thanks for the good video. Can you put list of resorts together? I am personally like Memories Caribe. Probably it below your 6 list:))?
A list of all the resorts he’s been to? Probably not- watch our videos 😊🇨🇺
Also- we didn’t go to Caribe in 2024
Can't wait for this. I keep trying to guess! Think I know one of them. Begins with a "J". 😊
Awesome video Mike and Jenny! Thanks! I thought the iberostar Ensenachos would have been in the top five as your review of it was up there. And what about Sanctuary at Grand Memories Cayo Santa Maria? Where would you place these two on a list of top ten? Guess there could be a top ten video coming? 😁😉 Anyway thanks so much for sharing your honest opinions. 🙏❤️
They are both Sold resorts
But I went to over 20 resorts
These were just my tops
Doesn’t mean others weren’t still great!!
These were just awesome
@ thanks that makes sense. Much appreciated, and I know it’s still work doing what you do but at least you make the best of it in beautiful surroundings …enjoy your next adventure. See you and Jenny sometime. 😊🙏🙌
Yesss... can't wait 🏖️⛱️👍⛱️🏖️👍
oh the way!!!
Love Jibacoa been there 20 times. And have been to 3 of the 5 and agree on all
My Fav!!
You made me curious. I am planning to go to one of these resorts. So, note to myself:
#6 Cayo Paredon VIP
#5 Sanctuary White Sands Cayo Cruz
#4 Memories Jibacoa
#3 Playa Pesquero
#2 Royalton Cayo Santa Maria
#1 Blau Varadero
But that’s what I liked!!!
I’m not telling anyone to go!!!
But that what I really enjoyed yes
Your top five cover all the bases. You have shown likes for all tastes. Have you ever been to Melia Cayo Coco?
12 years ago
Thanks Mike!! I took notes ☺️Thanks for doing this every year! Isn’t the beach at Playa Pesquero smaller since it’s in a bay? From my memories..Or is there a longer beach to walk on on the other side? Thanks again!! Happy New Year to you and Jenn! Can’t wait to see where your going this year!
Cheers 🏝️✌️
Hi
Was wondering with the blau because you were in low season do you think high season wld seem crowed at the beach and available loungers.
We love small resorts and less crowds.
Thanks
I don’t know
I’m not tell people to go to this resort
I just love it and had a good time
@Finding-Fish thank you
Hello Mike and Family 🇨🇦
Hello
Blau early this year was the worst for me. Food was not good, we got sick all weak long. Not too many options, the elevator was so slow, the smoking section was inside near the bar instead of outside, the pool was cold and one time i asked a female bartender for a pinacola and she gave me a plain glass of rum..she then told me its a pina colada ! So personally i can't recommend the Blau Varadero
I never recommend
I just show why I liked the experience
But that just me!!!
Mike, all that food! Why aren't you as big as a bus?
I don’t know
Probably the walk so much
Hi, I just found out your channel. You really convinced me to travel there. How is the weather in January? Thanks
Poach Cuba eggs!!!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Omg there 2 bowls of eggs!!!!!!!!!! We eating good today Mike boy!!!!!!
Going in March Blau Varadero
Any mold in rooms? Had a bad experience in Dominican this December with black mold in the room.
Did everyone see Mike's egg sandwich!!!!!!!! WTF A EGG SANDWICH!!!!!!!!! WOW
Egg fixation 😮
@jenniferfisher4912 you just don't get it lady. Eggs are a way of life in Cuba boo boo
@jenniferfisher4912 oh sh!t sorry. You know how mike do with eggs boo boo
As a 41 yo solo female traveller, which resort would you go to ? I like the beach. I will stay there the whole time.
I would go anywhere Cuba is safe I went to Cayo Santa Maria in my own but honestly would go anywhere-
Maybe u get better service now that everyone recognizes you! I'm sure to the average traveler we wouldn't get that service ! But I do enjoy watching your videos!
We always go to the Melia Cayo Santa Maria and are treated like family. Never a complaint. Mind you we don’t go looking for 10 star service or pay for diamond service as we don’t feel the need to. We go to Cuba for the beauty and for the people not for the posh posh.
Mélia Buenavista in Cayo Santa Maria is for me the best resort in Cuba.
I am ocean person and totally agree with you. I have been to all the ones Mike mentioned but the Buenavista is the best and few others as well. 💯
How much do you tip your butlers at the end of your trip or daily how much ? Last trip tipped end of my trip but never really know what amount is acceptable always bring USA Funds.
Great video mike...jibacoa or blau next on my list given your video....although memories sanctuary at csm pretty good this week.
Great resort
Hi Mike. Are there any smaller resorts in Varadero that you recommend. Sol Varadero was nice size and good resort.. But looking to try something else. Don't want a mega sized place. Thanks Jason
Paradisus Varadero is a 500 room resort but never more than half full. Always loungers available at the pool and beach. Never busy. Pay a bit more and you’ll be rewarded
Royalton
Iberostar selection Varadaro is a smaller resort
@@wandaspence3516my favourite resort in all of Cuba. Cant beat it
Iberostar tainos, Varadero 🥰
Im suprised you never mentioned the Iberostar selection Varadero. By far the best resory in All of Cuba. Bar none!
I haven’t been!!!
That’s the part when I mentioned
This video is based on resorts I’ve stayed at last year!!!
You missed that detail
It’s right at the beginning!!!
the Cuban tyranny is aware this guy is a UA-camr who produces mostly good reviews about their resorts, they follow and target this guy to give him the best experience for his videos, it is an investment for them, that's why this guy doesn't understand why the hotels are empty, and it is because the real experience differs from what he posts here, and whatever people he attracts in his videos, are later disappointed and give real word of mouth reviews to friends and family, if you want to see a real review of hotels in Cuba look for a UA-cam channel that is not dedicated to promote hotels in Cuba. it will be more realistic.
Dear lord Mike!!!! How do you stay lean eating all that food 3 times a day😂
I don’t chew!!!
😂 lol
Pepsi in Cuban resorts? There's just NO WAY that this is true.
Pepsi Coke red bull!!!
It comes from Mexico 🇲🇽 probably
Are there many Russian tourists in Cuba?
Of course
People from everywhere
I guess this review wouldnt be the most helpful for me. Why would you place a resort at No1 when the food wasnt great?
I thought that the No1 problem is food. Or I am a bit naive to feel this way.
The food at lunch and restaurant was great just not the breakfast buffet- hit all other boxes 😮
@jenniferfisher4912 Thanks for the clarifications. We have only been to Cuba twice. First time the food was horrible at Dhawa. Selectum is better but still not great. So we are trying to find a higher tier where I can have higher expectations. It's okay if only breakfast was not great. Also it is difficult to interpret the word 'bad' for Cuba you know. Cuz we are trained to expect the worst..
Avoid Starfish Guardalavaca. Nightmare experience in Dec 2024. Noise is unbearable. RAVE music - BOOM BOOM BOOM until late at night. Food was horrid. Management rude when asked to turn down the music.