El Cid Ventus

[marijalas]

Hubby & I are also going to El Cid Ventus@ Marina Spa & Beach Resort in Cancun all inclusive the week before family Westin Cancun.
Advice much appreciated as to how this resort is, its restaurants and what it's amenities are.
All advice welcome, Thanks















I aleady posted on Westin Cancun since we are going there

 

[EnglishmanAbroad]

Probably best to check Tripadvisor. The board is for timeshares.

 

[marijalas]

Probably best to check Tripadvisor. The board is for timeshares.

El Cid is a timeshare, We had to pay separately for the all inclusive, but we have the timeshare througth Intervals.

 

[marijalas]

Probably best to check Tripadvisor. The board is for timeshares.

Thank you. As you suggested, I did go onto Trip Advisor and they had loads of information and pictures!

 

[dioxide45]

Is it a timeshare or more of an all inclusive that sells membership? Many all inclusives available to book through Interval International are not necessarily timeshares but rather all inclusive resorts that just list inventory on II and make their revenue from the mandatory all inclusive fees.

 

[marijalas]

Is it a timeshare or more of an all inclusive that sells membership? Many all inclusives available to book through Interval International are not necessarily timeshares but rather all inclusive resorts that just list inventory on II and make their revenue from the mandatory all inclusive fees.

I didn't ask. I know I got it in exchange from Intervals. That was good enough for me.
My question was do you have anything that would help me enjoy my visit?

 

[rje]

Ventus is a very good resort. Trading through II entitles you to "Club Platinum" status which includes a separate check in area and several private lounges. II traders also get a $250 limited use resort credit (remember to ask) usable at resort shops. There is a charge of $60 per week per device for internet but II traders pay $30. Numerous ala carte restaurants with good to very good food and a Food Court with many choices for lunch.
Be sure to check out the Dolphin training school and swim with them,(for a fee) if you are so inclined. The resort offers free one way shuttle from CUN airport. A taxi or van from the resort to return to CUN can be had for Less than $50 USD.
Check out elcid.com for lots of information. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
PM me if you need more info.

 

[sponger76]

El Cid Ventus isn't a Vistana resort; shouldn't this be in the Mexico forum?

 

[DeniseM]

moved

 

[marijalas]

Ventus is a very good resort. Trading through II entitles you to "Club Platinum" status which includes a separate check in area and several private lounges. II traders also get a $250 limited use resort credit (remember to ask) usable at resort shops. There is a charge of $60 per week per device for internet but II traders pay $30. Numerous ala carte restaurants with good to very good food and a Food Court with many choices for lunch.
Be sure to check out the Dolphin training school and swim with them,(for a fee) if you are so inclined. The resort offers free one way shuttle from CUN airport. A taxi or van from the resort to return to CUN can be had for Less than $50 USD.
Check out elcid.com for lots of information. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
PM me if you need more info.

Wow! Thanks so much, Super helpful.
Is it worth it to take the shuttle or a private van?

 

[rje]

Wow! Thanks so much, Super helpful.
Is it worth it to take the shuttle or a private van?

We used their free shuttle and recommend cancunshuttle.com for return. Cost me $42 USD plus tip. El cid advertises tips included with all-inclusive but be sure to bring a good supply of $1s and $5s. The hard working staff there will be very appreciative.