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  1. S

    Rescind Royal Resorts

    I stupidly agreed to a Royal Resorts Points Membership while at the Grand Residences in Cancun on May 30. I immediately felt such regret that I poured over the contract and the internet to find a way out. I found the cancelation Claude, the Mexican law of 5 day cool down period, and this site...
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    Westin Lagunamar extra fees for MVC Trust point reservations?

    Hoping someone who has recently traded into Lagunamar with MVC Trust points has insight into this. The Westin Vacation Club Resort Advisory gives this information: HOSPITALITY TAX AND ENVIRONMENTAL TAX The State of Quintana Roo assesses a hospitality tax that is due upon check-out: Studio...
  3. M

    [ 2023 ] Sunset World Resorts (Ultimate Loyalty Program) - FRAUD

    Hey guys, I'm new to this forum, but i come to you with some information that may be useful here. I'm very sorry if this type of post is not allowed, if my post violates any of your rules please accept my apology and delete the thread. I would like to start out by saying this is going to be...
  4. M

    Westin Laguna Mar Visit

    Hello, We are looking forward to going to the Westin Lagunamar in March. Any insider info that would help us enjoy the week? We are 3 generation family, the kids are 9 & 11. I won't tell you my age:-) What is like walking around the area? Are there grocery stores for milk & eggs. Local...
  5. J

    How To Best Upgrade GM Week??

    Hi. Haven’t posted here in quite some time. Years back we purchased a Grand Mayan week and a fair value week on eBay. Due to Covid and other issues we just traveled to Cancun and used 2 weeks we had accumulated in the Grand Mayan. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there and we would like to go back...
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    What does a timeshare 'WIN' look like? (mexico)

    Wow, thank you all for helping my wife and I navigate this world. :). Our goal is one week a year, somewhere tropical (preferably Cancun because flights are so reasonable from our airport)... What does a 'win' in timeshare land looks like? (deal wise) If we were to be patient and only pull...
  7. B

    westin lagunamar (not an owner)

    Hi Owners, me and wife recently went to westin langunamar resort. my wife got a timeshare tour email that offered 4 nights for $299. we took it and went to Cancun for a small vacation. during the presentation i was offered 10.2K initial fee and $846/year maintenance fee , 47k pts and 5 gateways...
  8. RNCollins

    More JetBlue Flights From Aruba, Cancun, Jamaica

    More Flights From Aruba, Cancun, [Jamaica] https://www.caribjournal.com/2021/12/22/aruba-cancun-new-york-new-flights-nea/
  9. amanven

    Villa del Palmar Cancun....a nice change?

    We have been fortunate enough to exchange into the Westin Lagunamar in Cancun twice just before the Covid travel bans put a stop to that. For those who have stayed at Villa del Palmar Cancun, do you think the resort would be favourably comparable with the Westin Lagunamar. Everything about...
  10. RNCollins

    Spirit is Launching Another New Route to Cancun

    Spirit is Launching Another New Route to Cancun https://www.caribjournal.com/2021/05/14/cancun-spirit-launching-new-route/
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    Royal Cancun AI or not ?!?!

    We are looking to go to Cancun for our first time. There will be 4 adults and one 16 year old. We are looking at staying at the Royal Cancun in a 2 bedroom with kitchen. We are unsure whether to do the all inclusive or not. None of us drink alcohol, so we are not sure it will be worth it...
  12. RNCollins

    Frontier Airlines Launches New Flights to Cancun, Dominican Republic

    Frontier Airlines Launches New Flights to Cancun, Dominican Republic https://www.caribjournal.com/2021/02/11/frontier-airlines-launches-new-flights-to-cancun-dominican-republic/ Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Photo by vicentegarridoj / www.shutterstock.com
  13. RNCollins

    Sunwing Relaunching More Cancun Service

    Sunwing Relaunching More Cancun Service https://www.caribjournal.com/2020/12/02/cancun-sunwing-service-relaunching/
  14. RNCollins

    JetBlue Continues Cancun Expansion

    JetBlue Continues Cancun Expansion https://www.caribjournal.com/2020/09/22/hartford-cancun-nonstop-flights-jetblue/ Hotel Zone, Cancun, Mexico Photo by Iren Key / shutterstock.com
  15. RNCollins

    WestJet Relaunches Cancun Flights

    WestJet Relaunches Cancun Flights By Caribbean Journal Staff / Caribbean Journal / www.caribjournal.com / July 11, 2020 https://www.caribjournal.com/2020/07/11/cancun-flights-westjet-relaunches/ “Canadian carrier WestJet has returned to Cancun on the Caribbean coast of Mexico. WestJet...
  16. RNCollins

    Cancun Gets New Nonstop Flights From U.S. Cities

    Cancun Gets New Nonstop Flights From U.S. Cities https://www.caribjournal.com/2020/02/16/cancun-nonstop-flights-new-spirit/ By Caribbean Journal Staff / Caribbean Journal / caribjournal.com / Feb 16, 2020 “Spirit Airlines has continued its rapid Caribbean expansion with a major ramp-up of...
  17. mash84121

    Pros and Cons of Cancun resorts

    I'm looking to trade into Cancun through II. It will be my wife and I and two kids, 14 and 10 years old. We would prefer a two bedroom, but a one bedroom would also work for us. We plan on renting a car and going to some of the Mayan ruins, Xel-ha or Xplor as well as snorkeling and kayaking. We...
  18. RNCollins

    Southwest Airlines Resuming More Caribbean Flights

    Southwest Airlines Resuming More Caribbean Flights https://www.caribjournal.com/2019/11/10/southwest-airlines-caribbean-flights-more/ By Caribbean Journal staff/ Caribbean Journal / caribjournal.com / Nov 10, 2019 “Southwest is returning several seasonal routes to the Caribbean, the carrier...
  19. md8287

    Westin Lagunamar in Cancun - 11/16-23

    1 BR Premium Oceanview Villa available for 11/16-11/23 for $800. Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort in Cancun. We have two available for these dates at this price each.
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    Villa del Palmar, PV Timeshare for FREE

    I have a 1 bedroom unit, sleeps 4 people, floating week, through UVCI. Timeshare is fully paid off and can be used through 2034. Yearly maintenance fees are currently $844 due every November. New owner to pay all transfer fees and maintenance fees (pro-rated if transferred after November)...
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    Looking to give my Villa del Palmar membership away?

    Hello, I've only had the membership for a year but I haven't had the opportunity to use it at all. My whole life has changed. As a result I am interested in transferring the membership. There are monthly payments and a yearly maintenance fee. They have amazing hotels!
  22. flexible

    10/26-11/2 Hotel Marina El Cid - near Cancun - studio - $700 for week

    Hotel Marina El Cid Puerto Morelos, Mexico Check in: Saturday, October 26 Check out: Saturday, November 2 Transportation from Cancun airport to resort included. Requires 48 hour advance reservation Studio unit Maximum occupancy: 4
  23. RNCollins

    Air Canada Launching New Punta Cana, Cancun Flights

    Air Canada Launching New Punta Cana, Cancun Flights https://www.caribjournal.com/2019/07/18/punta-cana-cancun-air-canada-flights/ By the Caribbean Journal staff /Caribbean Journal / caribjournal.com / July 18, 2019 “Canada’s leading airline is launching a pair of new routes to the Caribbean...
  24. LuckyJ191

    **REDUCED** The Royal Cancun - 2br - 5/25-6/1

    Asking $800/week - hate to see this sit empty, open to offers! The perfect family hideaway is yours at The Royal Cancun, a lovely Cancun hotel offering both All Inclusive plan and European plan. Boasting impeccable gardens and recently refurbished buildings that evoke a traditional Mexican...
  25. RNCollins

    More New Flights Coming to Cancun for the Summer

    More New Flights Coming to Cancun for the Summer https://www.caribjournal.com/2019/03/31/more-new-flights-coming-to-cancun-for-the-summer/ By the Caribbean Journal staff / Caribbean Journal / caribjournal.com / Mar 31, 2019 “Vacation Express is adding another new nonstop route to Mexico’s...
  26. K

    Sunset Royal Beach Resort 2 Bedroom Lockout Even Year Timeshare FREE

    Two Bedroom Suite Our TWO BEDROOM SUITE has capacity for up to 8 people, two bathrooms and a terrace or balcony with a view of the Caribbean Sea.* Suite Details Capacity: 8 people One king-size bed or two double beds 958 square feet Balcony or terrace with view of lagoon or ocean Amenities...
  27. flexible

    Cancun/Puerto Morelos studio available until Feb 10 - $100 per night

    Available now until Sunday February 10 Studio with two double beds Occupancy: 4 people Oceanfront with large balcony overlooking Caribbean Sea great resort, more information by PM
  28. flexible

    Cancun studio- 26 January-10 February - $100 per night - 5 star resort

    Available: Saturday, January 26 until Sunday February 10 partial nights ok $100 per night 5 star resort on beach Ocean Front balcony with jacuzzi Fantastic restaurants complimentary transportation from Cancun airport to resort more details by PM
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    News about Royal Caribbean (CanCun)

    I'm staying at the Royal Caribbean, week 1 and 2 (Jan 2019) and here is the little bit of news that I might be adding for those interested. The Royal Caribbean is still operating as a Royal Resort until April, 2019. I came with "points" that I purchased on a "discover" deal, which was a...
  30. goaliedave

    Palace Resorts 5 star all inclusive

    anyone else own here? I've only been to Moon Palace Cancun, how are the other properties?
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