Thanks for your comment and sharing the resort you like, I appreciate it and all comments. Thanks for watching!!! I was just in Santa Maria a few days ago. Santa Maria content coming this Saturday
@@Finding-FishMelia International is beautiful however first aid and customer service is horrible. My mother had a stroke at the resort before 9:00 am and didn’t get to Varadero clinic at 11:00 am waiting for an ambulance. The hotel did not have an oxygen tank knowing the situation in Cuba. Something minimal that same hotel chain has in their other Caribbean and Mexican resorts. That happened on a Friday morning and we were supposed to check out Sunday. The hotel refused to give us credit for the 2 days we didn’t use
Love Memories Flamenco!! The Beach and Building 1 is Amazing...Must try Building 2 next time. Thanks for your input. We Love the "Diamond Club" upgrade. Always worth the extra $ Loving all of your videos & Reviews.
Just a question in case I’ve missed it? Mike, have you ever uploaded a video that discusses your travel journey, what brought you to the lifestyle and how you manage it? I believe that many viewers, myself included, would find it really interesting.
@@Finding-Fish would love to hear how you got here. We have been travellers for years and only ever shared reviews in writing, but thinking of taking video and launching a channel to share reviews with. Would love any tips and tricks for editing etc. Your videos check all the boxes for me. Good content, good audio (so important) and great videography and editing. thanks!!
We alternate between Cayo Largo and Cayo Coco. One of the unique features of Cayo Largo is the location in the Caribbean Sea, which is usually better weather in late fall and early winter than the Atlantic based resorts of Cayo Coco, Santa Maria, and Varadero.
you two are just amazing, so knowledgeable, , you should be working for Sunwing or TransAt as experts for people to contact as to where to go and enjoy their stay at different beaches. Love your videos. keep it up . love you guys.
Thanks again guys, great reviews again, me and my better half ain’t no veterans like you two, but it’s our second trip to Memories Flamenco, we love it there as well, kidless this time, should be a very different experience. But love watching these for future trips, I love the weather and people of Cuba as well. So more visits to Cuba are on my wish list:)
Love this resort in Holguin where you’re at it’s one of my favourite ❤. I’ll now considered going to Flamenco Cayo Coco as you’ve been there 9 times. Question: What extras do you get with Diamond Club at Flamenco? Thank you for another great Cuba resorts video. Cheers, 🎉 🇨🇺
I have been to Cuba a dozen times and one of my favourite resorts used to be the Sanctuary and their suites. Unfortunately I booked twice there in 2022 and it’s not what it used to be. I will try the Iberostar Bella Vista next month and got the big star prestige suite. Can’t wait to try this resort and go back to my favourite vacation destination 🏖️😎❤️
This is great. Thank you for your thoughts on all the different resorts! Definitely will take the recommendations into consideration for the next Cuba trip! I still want that Finding Fish shirt you're wearing. P.S. I have turned the tap the wrong way also lmao
I'm a Cuban living in Cuba, I experienced Royalton Hicacos for 4 nights, and it was just amazing, I'm looking forward to visiting Memories Cayo Largo and maybe Royalton Santa Maria, if you'd have to choose between the two Royaltons, which one would you pick to stay 7 nights? I'm also adding Paradisus Rio de Oro to my bucket list. I just subscribed, your reviews are very helpful to plan vacations.
Great videos!! I've been watching as many as I can XD as I'm looking to travel to Cuba. What area (or resort) would you suggest for a middle aged couple looking to relax and enjoy the beach (mostly)?
Getting ready for our 27th trip. Love your vids and the info is spot on. Wondering if you've visited Holguin at all? One to Four degrees warmer and some great resorts down there as well. Look forward to your future videos and exploring beautiful Cuba with you
We've been in cayo largo last week of November. We think of two weeks next time so we can do some scuba too. Not sure if it will be good for scuba compares to bonaire or belize.
Thank you for your wonderful video. I am your fans now. But I am still confuse. For family with 3 and 6 years kids, should we go to Cayo coco or Cayo largo ?
Hi Mike, have you been to Melia Cayo Coco? We love Jibacoa but plan to go to either Memories Cayo Largo or Melia Cayo Coco? Hoping there is good snorkeling off the beach at one of them. Any suggestions? thanks, cathy
I’ve been to Both!!! And I really can’t comment on the snorkeling aspect of that!!! Sorry I made a Cayo Largo Video Check it out Was there in August, We loved it
Planning for cayo coco. Please tell me whether to book memories flemingo or memories caribe. I’m so confused. E we are going for our wedding anniversary. Thanks in advance
Hey you guys, thx for the videos. So informative ! Just a quick question. What's the weather like at the end of January (and are there biting bugs at that time) ?
End Of January could be cool at Night!!!! I’m in Cuba right now and you might need a light sweater!!!! Yes bugs are out all year around!!!! I have lots of new Cuba 🇨🇺 videos coming, Starting Saturday
We haven’t been back to Cuba (Holguin) since I left with 300 bug bites, no water / toilets for days, pool full of toads, sewage smell throughout. Lack of hydro, etc. The other stuff I had gotten use too. (Bland food, dated environment). … Willing to give it another Go. If the price is right. ..Likely to Varadero (not fond of the huge bus rides) or Cayo Coco. …. Instead we’ve been going to Curacao, Aruba, Costa Rica, Mexico & D.R. … where do you find your travel deals ?
Hey Mike. Going to either Cayo Coco or Santa Maria. Prefer adults only. But my question is .. who had the best a la carte restaurants? Thanks .. I was disappointed with a la carte at the flamenco
You probably don't want to talk about this on a video but have you ever come across a particular group of people from a certain country that dominate the resort, and not in a good way?
I will talk about anything!!! When I travel I’m always happy for what I experience and nothing more!!!! Last week in Santa Maria I talked with travelers from all over the world, not just Canadians Italians, Germany South America Switzerland!!!and ask them about Cuba and the experience, I know that Cuba is in our backyard so to speak, easy for us to travel to if we want. But for many other countries it’s on people’s buck list, because of the beaches and the rawness of the country.
@Finding-Fish The only reason I ask is because a resort I use to go to partnered with an Italian tour company to purchase 75% of the resort rooms. The result is that the animation and tour guides would not talk to your unless you had the proper wrist band and the evening shows were mostly in Italian.
I love Cuba but unfortunately for me Cayo Coco was not a great experience. It was too isolated from any real Cuban culture (man made island for those that don't know). The mosquito situation was unbearable, and the activities/nightlife were limited or non existent. The food is what it is, we all know the situation so is to be expected regardless of where you stay. Highlights would have to be the employees which are friendly and super hospitable and of course Playa Pilar
If your looking for a true Cultural Experience!! The Cayo's aren’t the place!!!! I'm From Canada!!!Land of Black Fly, Mostquitos and Deer Flys and Horse Flys that can carry a small child away!!! So Mostquitos can be a problem for some!!!! cheers
Nice Video
Thank you so much❤
Another great videos
Thank you for sharing❤
#42 next month to Cuba, off to Memories Cayo Largo
Fun!!!
Had friends there over Christmas
Beach looked stunning
Hi I was in Holguin. The resort Sol rio de Luna y Mares was fantastic and.the beach was amazing! I like your video's because i'm a big fan of Cuba ❤
Thanks for your comment and sharing the resort you like,
I appreciate it and all comments.
Thanks for watching!!!
I was just in Santa Maria a few days ago.
Santa Maria content coming this Saturday
Nuther good one guys. Thanks for the info. I hope to be back at Cayo Coco early Dec. Might try Cayo Largo for my April trip.
This will be our 22nd trip to Cuba for us. I like your videos, very useful !!
22 trip!!!
Amazing
You obviously get Cuba and enjoy it too!!!thanks for watching and your comment I appreciate it!!!
Mike
Wow. You guys have been together for forever!!! I always got that vibe from you guys.. very cute!!! Very admirable!! Love watching you guys!!
Ahhh thank you!!! Yup- it’s been forever! Love him so much! Best friends forever!💕🥰
hey!!!thank you
Nice guys! Cuba is gorgeous..Especially love Varadero. Melia Internacional Varadero is incredible. Heading to Memories Caribe in January.
Love it and I want to check out the Melia
I’ve heard that!!!
I’m going to check it out
@@Finding-FishMelia International is beautiful however first aid and customer service is horrible. My mother had a stroke at the resort before 9:00 am and didn’t get to Varadero clinic at 11:00 am waiting for an ambulance. The hotel did not have an oxygen tank knowing the situation in Cuba. Something minimal that same hotel chain has in their other Caribbean and Mexican resorts. That happened on a Friday morning and we were supposed to check out Sunday. The hotel refused to give us credit for the 2 days we didn’t use
Love Memories Flamenco!!
The Beach and Building 1 is Amazing...Must try Building 2 next time. Thanks for your input.
We Love the "Diamond Club" upgrade. Always worth the extra $
Loving all of your videos & Reviews.
Heading there next wek
Thank you 😊
I wish you many, many more ❤
My favourite lobby bar was the one in Memories varadero beach resort across from grand memories. So far one of my favourite resorts as well
Loved it too
You guys one of those couples that look like siblings ! I think its a good thing!❤
Lol!! We have been together long enough we have very similar features! Thanks!💕🇨🇺
@@jenniferfisher4912
Thats how soulmates supposed to look like! 🤗
Just a question in case I’ve missed it? Mike, have you ever uploaded a video that discusses your travel journey, what brought you to the lifestyle and how you manage it? I believe that many viewers, myself included, would find it really interesting.
Hey Ted!!!
Thanks for the question!!!
I’m actually thinking about making a video that discusses that very topic!!!
Do it !!! I’d be very interested in watching!!!
@@Finding-Fish would love to hear how you got here. We have been travellers for years and only ever shared reviews in writing, but thinking of taking video and launching a channel to share reviews with. Would love any tips and tricks for editing etc. Your videos check all the boxes for me. Good content, good audio (so important) and great videography and editing. thanks!!
OMG. You are there on that most rare of times, a GREEN FLAG DAY! Time for this retrospective later. GO SNORKELING!
We alternate between Cayo Largo and Cayo Coco. One of the unique features of Cayo Largo is the location in the Caribbean Sea, which is usually better weather in late fall and early winter than the Atlantic based resorts of Cayo Coco, Santa Maria, and Varadero.
Yes!! Amazing- thanks for sharing!
Ok, Thats good info , thanks.
!00% AGREE!!!
My friend and i - we will be going to Cayo Coco
for the very first time - we will be staying at the Melia Jardine del rey - we are both excited❤
Amazing Great beach There
We Love Cuba❤
you two are just amazing, so knowledgeable, , you should be working for Sunwing or TransAt as experts for people to contact as to where to go and enjoy their stay at different beaches. Love your videos. keep it up . love you guys.
Thanks Jim!!
Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment!
Mike
Thanks again guys, great reviews again, me and my better half ain’t no veterans like you two, but it’s our second trip to Memories Flamenco, we love it there as well, kidless this time, should be a very different experience. But love watching these for future trips, I love the weather and people of Cuba as well. So more visits to Cuba are on my wish list:)
Awesome!! Thanks for the support. Enjoy your trip!!! 💕
Love this resort in Holguin where you’re at it’s one of my favourite ❤.
I’ll now considered going to Flamenco Cayo Coco as you’ve been there 9 times.
Question:
What extras do you get with Diamond Club at Flamenco?
Thank you for another great Cuba resorts video.
Cheers,
🎉 🇨🇺
Heading to Flamenco next week you make update videos
Great video's. A question for you. What was you favorite place and hotel in Cuba?
working on that video right now! i have 3 more resorts to hit in the next month
Perla Blana has the absoluate best lobby bar!
Yes it does!!!!
My absolute favourite
I have been to Cuba a dozen times and one of my favourite resorts used to be the Sanctuary and their suites. Unfortunately I booked twice there in 2022 and it’s not what it used to be. I will try the Iberostar Bella Vista next month and got the big star prestige suite. Can’t wait to try this resort and go back to my favourite vacation destination 🏖️😎❤️
Let me know how it is!!! Love to hear about it😀 thanks for the comment!
Which Sanctuary did you stay at; the one in Santa Maria ?
@@bettydoerksen3709 I stayed at the Sanctuary in Varadero I only stayed at the Grand Memories in Santa Maria never at the Sanctuary section.
@@marie-sophie4 Thanks for your response !
This is great. Thank you for your thoughts on all the different resorts! Definitely will take the recommendations into consideration for the next Cuba trip! I still want that Finding Fish shirt you're wearing. P.S. I have turned the tap the wrong way also lmao
Hey thanks so much!!!for the comments and what size do you where?
@@Finding-Fish large here.... but I'd like to say medium lol
I'm a Cuban living in Cuba, I experienced Royalton Hicacos for 4 nights, and it was just amazing, I'm looking forward to visiting Memories Cayo Largo and maybe Royalton Santa Maria, if you'd have to choose between the two Royaltons, which one would you pick to stay 7 nights? I'm also adding Paradisus Rio de Oro to my bucket list. I just subscribed, your reviews are very helpful to plan vacations.
Great video. Do you have a favorite location/ resort in Cuba?
I loved Cayo Largo- but only been to the one resort. Mike does love Caribe Cayo Coco!
I like Cayo Largo
Great videos!! I've been watching as many as I can XD as I'm looking to travel to Cuba. What area (or resort) would you suggest for a middle aged couple looking to relax and enjoy the beach (mostly)?
If your not on a budget
Royalton Santa Maria
Corral level Ensenachos
If your on a budget
Ensenachos Santa Maria
Sanctuary Santa Maria
@@Finding-Fish thanks for the quick reply! I presume Santa Maria has the best beaches given your answer 😆
Getting ready for our 27th trip. Love your vids and the info is spot on. Wondering if you've visited Holguin at all? One to Four degrees warmer and some great resorts down there as well. Look forward to your future videos and exploring beautiful Cuba with you
Yes Mike has been once- he’s heading back there soon. Where do you like to stay? Thanks for your support!
Yes During Covid i was down there, Beautiful, i'm planning on going back soon!!!!
Thanks For watching and Subscribing
@@jenniferfisher4912 We've been to 5-6 different resorts in Holguin. Playa Pesquero is the one we call "Home", seven times and counting
How is the weather in mid October in cayo coco
We've been in cayo largo last week of November. We think of two weeks next time so we can do some scuba too. Not sure if it will be good for scuba compares to bonaire or belize.
Do you have a video of PRDO in Holguin?
NO it was just when i was staring my UA-cam Channel !!!
but i might go back
@@Finding-Fish Thanks, love the UA-cam channel by the way, enjoy the honest thoughts and reviews of Cuban resorts!
Thank you for your wonderful video. I am your fans now. But I am still confuse. For family with 3 and 6 years kids, should we go to Cayo coco or Cayo largo ?
Yes ✅
Just stumbled upon your video's .Great job. What is your favorite resorts in Cuba top 3? and have you been to any Starfish resorts?
Never to the StarFish
For the price you can go to the Flamenco!!!
Great Beach and slightly more
Hi Mike, have you been to Melia Cayo Coco? We love Jibacoa but plan to go to either Memories Cayo Largo or Melia Cayo Coco? Hoping there is good snorkeling off the beach at one of them. Any suggestions? thanks, cathy
I’ve been to Both!!!
And I really can’t comment on the snorkeling aspect of that!!!
Sorry
I made a Cayo Largo Video
Check it out
Was there in August,
We loved it
Awesome content. We saw you at YYZ on the 7th, Sunwing terminal.
Lol
MrZeke
Love the Handle!!!
Thanks for watching and your comment!!!!
Planning for cayo coco. Please tell me whether to book memories flemingo or memories caribe. I’m so confused. E we are going for our wedding anniversary. Thanks in advance
We prefer not to recommend- hope it went well✅
Hey,
Have you heard of Grand Aston Cayo Paredon?
Yes haven’t been
Hey you guys, thx for the videos. So informative ! Just a quick question. What's the weather like at the end of January (and are there biting bugs at that time) ?
End Of January could be cool at Night!!!!
I’m in Cuba right now and you might need a light sweater!!!!
Yes bugs are out all year around!!!!
I have lots of new Cuba 🇨🇺 videos coming,
Starting Saturday
@@Finding-Fish Thanks ! Is it warm/hot during the daytime tho? Enough to swim ?
We haven’t been back to Cuba (Holguin) since I left with 300 bug bites, no water / toilets for days, pool full of toads, sewage smell throughout. Lack of hydro, etc.
The other stuff I had gotten use too. (Bland food, dated environment).
… Willing to give it another Go. If the price is right. ..Likely to Varadero (not fond of the huge bus rides) or Cayo Coco. …. Instead we’ve been going to Curacao, Aruba, Costa Rica, Mexico & D.R. … where do you find your travel deals ?
Yea Cuba is in a time capsule!!!!
What did you expect!!!!
10 starts for 2 star price
Hey Mike. Going to either Cayo Coco or Santa Maria. Prefer adults only. But my question is .. who had the best a la carte restaurants? Thanks .. I was disappointed with a la carte at the flamenco
I have a adults only Video coming out Saturday!!!
Coral level, adults only
Beautiful!!
I do a walking tour
You probably don't want to talk about this on a video but have you ever come across a particular group of people from a certain country that dominate the resort, and not in a good way?
I will talk about anything!!!
When I travel I’m always happy for what I experience and nothing more!!!!
Last week in Santa Maria I talked with travelers from all over the world, not just Canadians
Italians, Germany South America Switzerland!!!and ask them about Cuba and the experience,
I know that Cuba is in our backyard so to speak, easy for us to travel to if we want. But for many other countries it’s on people’s buck list, because of the beaches and the rawness of the country.
🤣✅
@Finding-Fish The only reason I ask is because a resort I use to go to partnered with an Italian tour company to purchase 75% of the resort rooms. The result is that the animation and tour guides would not talk to your unless you had the proper wrist band and the evening shows were mostly in Italian.
I love Cuba but unfortunately for me Cayo Coco was not a great experience. It was too isolated from any real Cuban culture (man made island for those that don't know). The mosquito situation was unbearable, and the activities/nightlife were limited or non existent. The food is what it is, we all know the situation so is to be expected regardless of where you stay. Highlights would have to be the employees which are friendly and super hospitable and of course Playa Pilar
If your looking for a true Cultural Experience!! The Cayo's aren’t the place!!!!
I'm From Canada!!!Land of Black Fly, Mostquitos and Deer Flys and Horse Flys that can carry a small child away!!!
So Mostquitos can be a problem for some!!!!
cheers