All of the rooms at Lifestyle Tropical Beach have safes in the closet. They cost $3.00 a day to use. Most of the rooms have electronic safes that you set your own password for, however there are still some that have a key (these are mostly in section 1 of the resort).

Yes 3dollars per day

$3 per day, they're electronic and can be reset by any of the staff who know the default code. Use with caution!!!

$3/day, key safe. we used and had no problems with the security of items placed in the safe

Yes, with key at $3 per day. Well worth it.

Yes, the safe was small, but useable. The fee was $3.00 a day, but well worth it. It has a key lock.

Yes, I think it's 3 dollars a day. You pay for key at lobby.

Yes they do have safes but I didn't ask the price because I didn't use one

YES. It is $3.00 per day and uses a key

Yes they do. They are $3 a day. Key not electronic. and they are a little small. my 13" laptop didn't fit, but a netbook probably would.

Mix of both some have combinations and are free. The rooms needing keys for safes are $3 a nite.

There is a safe in the closet that uses a key. However there is a $20 fee for the week.

There are safes but they cost extra. I believe the price was $3/day or $20/week. I did not use it. Nothing was ever missing from my room.

This resort does have internet access, but not in the rooms, and there is an addtional charge.

yes

No. You have to pay to get a card to access their computers which are $5USD for 30 minutes.

Free wifi at VIP beach. You can take your lap tops to one of the beds and use it or go to the small bar area but usually its hard to get a seat there. You can use wifi in their lobby or their computers at $8 US an hour.

You can use their computers for a fee. We did not.

Only at the VIP Beach - otherwise you pay 5 USD a half and hour for computer/internet in lobby.

Yes it is available but I don't know if it cost but I don't think so. I saw people by the pool with their laptops and I think the info I received said you could get it all over the resort and they also had computer available in the lobby but I never used one there so I didn't ask about the cost

There is WIFI in the main lobby for $5 per half hour or free WIFI on the VIP beach, you have to be pretty close to the sushi bar. They do have places to sit at the bar overlooking the beach and ocean if you didn't get a spot on the beach close enough to connect to wifi.

Free Wifi only at VIP beach. Expensive otherwise in front lobby

THERE IS WIFI IN THE LOBBY AND YOU HAVE TO PAY $8 FOR AN HOUR. IF YOU BECOME A MEMBER YOU CAN ACESS WIFI IN THE VIP AREAS FOR FREE.

you can get wi fi for $5/day up in the lobby area. If you go thru Cheap Carribbean and/or are a VIP member some other way, there is free WiFi down at the VIP beach

There is wifi near at the Sushi bar at the VIP beach. It was free but only available from 9am-5pm daily. They shut it down at night.

Arranging your transportation in advance is highly recommended! This must be done no later than 48 hour prior to arrival. Taxis are available but may not be metered. If you were to add transfers to your package from Santiago airport instead it would be $45.50 per person each way. This would be a private vehicle for 2. The Turinter Tours representative will help you make the best of your holidays and will assist you by providing helpful information about the hotel, surrounding areas, local customs and more. They can also reserve optional tours and return airport transfers.

Don"t the answer for the cab, we went through Turniter tours and it was $35.00 each way.

$100.00 total one way.

I would think that it would be very expensive. A cab from the resort to the town less than 20 miles,they wanted $35US.I told them to forget about it.

Not sure, but would advise against it. That is a lot of driving time. Local cab fair in Puerto Plata is $30-$50 depending where you go in the area. From what I hear it may be cheaper to rent a car and drive. But driving in DR is a risk of life if you are not from there. Just my thought.

We went with turinter tours for 37.50 each round trip. We heard later that the taxi ride is $45.00 one way, so for $13.00 extra (round trip) we could have taken a taxi, which I would recommend, especially if you have more than 2 in your party because you will actually SAVE money.

Our friends took the car service I used and paid 100.00 1 way from resort to airport, Nice mini van, nice driver. I paid 45.00 eachway to the resort from Puerto Plata airport.

A cab ride would be expensive. If you can have a cab take you to Caribe Express bus services it is like Greyhound for DR and hop on the bus that takes you to Puerto Plata. It is 5 American Dollars per person and the bus is really comfortable inside. Once the bus stop in Sosua Puerto Plata you can take a cab from there to the resort which will be about 10 dollars. Also consider flying directly into Puerto Plata. Nice airport.

$100 per each way,, horrible ride.....

$110 one way.

The Taxi fare will be around 50 to 75 dollars. I hear people take a taxi to the Santiago bus station or (Carib Tours) and the ride to Puerto Plata is about 5 or 6 dollars, then a taxi to the resort is 15 or 20 dollars.. Gas there is 5.50 to 6 dollars a gallon... not cheap.

$70 regular car, and van for 10 people $110 average... good taxi driver I use him in my 2 trips: Emilio 809-703-7035 or 829-452-3048 from Santiago or Pto Plata. Good luck.

Its a one hour drive. The road is in good shape and there is signs along the way to keep you on the right track, plus the hotel is next to the main road your coming in on.You should consider renting a car for about $30 a day which will give you the flexibulity to move around plus you can get one of the entertainers at the hotel to show you around.At the end it will be more convienent and cheaper than taking a cab. Call this taxi driver he have a nice mini van good rates and might be cheaper cel 809 499-4184 and see what rates he will work out with you.

If you are using CheapCaribbean.com to book, i believe one of their options are to chose transportation to and from. I would recommend using that. You are greeted at the airport (make sure its who you booked) and take it from there (plus alittle tip is always in good nature)

Cheap Caribbean has a great relationship with this resort - that's what keeps the price so low. The staff is helpful, the rooms are clean, and the beach is nice.

very clean and very nice, just say yea to the economy

Yes, very clean, very accomodating. The price is so low because you will be asked to take a tour and you will be pitched a vacation package. The package is not a time share and it is reasonably priced. We said "No" however and there was no high pressure to buy and we were treated exactly the same after refusing the offer. You will be asked several times to take the "tour" so get it over with at the beginning of the week and remember the name of your tour guide and then just tell any one else that asks you that you already toured.

Great resort, just don't get sucked into the "informational tour/timeshare" stuff if you don't want to see it and take the time.

You should be happy for the price I found It one of the nicer and cleaner resorts I have been in in Dominican Republic

price is low, because they want to get you there -- once there, you have to go to this presentation to sell you the vacation club........other than that minor inconvenience, everything else is great -- beautiful grounds, clean rooms, friendly staff.........language barrier can be frustrating, though, if you don't speak spanish & the food wasn't great, but everything else is absolutely beautiful!!!

We wondered the same thing....but it was GREAT.

Yes, this is a very clean, well kept resort with outstanding staff. It was explained to us (after the fact) that the promotional price is justified by Lifestyles presenting you with a very agressive sales pitch to buy inot their Vacation Club.

I was a little worried myself. The resort is amazing! My friend and I still can't figure out how in the world they can afford to keep doing it. We actually asked one of the timeshare tour guides and he said they recieved a huge grant from CheapCaribbean.

This resort is amazingly clean. I was surprised by the price myself. You are literally buying a piece of paradise for a very small price. The food is excellent , not to mention the drinks, they also have shows almost every night of the week. Room service was excellent and many of the staff have been working there for 4 years or more and are extremely friendly. You will love it no doubt about it.

Very well kept. Clean&gorgeous grounds! Smaller resort, but they have plans to add on soon, so go now! The food is just okay, but we all found plenty to eat! No one got ill and the staff in the restaurants was very busy. The buffets cooks are sooo slow, so you do wait for the" grill to order" foods, but they're probably the freshest. Didn't like the wine and the mixed drinks are done right if you request the better labels!

The resort is fine, the surrounding area is very poor, hence the low prices. Don't leave the resort on your own, especially if you are white.

We had the same worries and got very happily surprised. Would go back again if we got the same deal, or even at double the price. Very clean resort, houskeeping staff does a good job, cleans the rooms every day the staff is very nice and accomodating.

You can't do that. Everyone has to wait in line and it's first come first serve. (we tried!) Lines are not bad and as long as you're there by 7:30/7:45am you get your pick of beds. There are beds in the direct sun that most people don't reserve which you can typically grab at various times during the day. You'll end up spending most of your day in the cold tubs anyway :)

I did not tip, there are enough beds and lines were short

Just tip one of the pool guys and I just got back and getting a dinner time was not too hard to get but buffet was great different every day

The first day I needlessly waited in line because I was out walking around. There are a lot of beds and lots of different types. Queen size, King size, close to ground, higher off ground, bunk beds, shaded. Unless you are really particular, there are always plenty to chose from. One day I was on one with no shade and wanted shaded but I didn;t even get up to look around, I just moved to shaded when one nearby came open. Not nearly as chaotic as I imagined

Why would you not want to get up at 6:30 to get your spot on the beach??? Not aware of being able to tip staff to get your spot. Take your running shoes with you. All the reviews about VIP Bech are real. :-)

We didn't tip anybody. Doors opened at 8:00 and we went down there about 7:20 and waited. No problem

The bed was not as comfortable as a US hotel bed but it was good enough and room service was there everyday which was great.

I had no problem getting a bed - first day I went down early and got one, and after that I went later around lunch - however - resort not extremely crowded - they said the busiest time is Dec-Feb for President's Day - I imagine it's tough then.

No tip we just waited in line like everyone else.

get up early and put something on the bed and no one will bother it

First come first serve Just pot some of your cloths on it then go to breakfast.

First come first serve unless you belong to thier vacation club.

If you want to get a canopy bed, you have to go down there around 7:30 in the morning. They open at 8:00 a.m. If not, you'll just get a bed in the sun. Not too much shade at the VIP beach.

The Kids Club seems for those a little younger, though I heard they did some offsite activities with kids such as horseback riding and Ocean World. Ocean World is definitely appearling to kids but won't keep you busy for a solid full day. Kids should have plenty of fun in the ocean and pools though... I have heard there is a teen program but didn't see any of it myself. There are a lot of family tours outside the resort though. I heard "27 waterfalls" is a good one.

no

This is an excellent resort for familes. They have a kid's club, kid's pool, etc. Also, for the most part, it is a very nice atmosphere. The music is reasonable and the entertainment is acceptable. I did not see any children on the VIP beach, so I'm guessing that there probably is an age restriction for that area.

It is definitely a good family resort, I was there with my son (1 year old) and my wife and her parents. and the vip area did not restrict my son from being there and also other children.

There were no age restrictions at the VIP beach. Most families wanted to be around the pools but families were at the VIP beach as well. It was great.

I saw lots of families there having a blast! I felt a bit guilty for not bringing my kids along. The pool staff have competitions everyday at the pool and the kids love it, there are shallow pools for smaller kids, plenty of things to rent at the beach to play in the water, boat rides, one boat pulls a huge inflatable raft behind it while about 5-6 kids sit on it and they seem to love it. One downer is, I saw a few teenagers drunk off their keesters, I don't think the bartenders have restrictions on who they can serve.

Hi Mooshu, I actually took my 15 year old son with me. There is no restriction on the VIP beach area. If you are a member of the resort there is a separate VIP area as well. Also there are plenty of activities for kids several pools and much to do on the resort itself. Water sports, motor scooters. Ocean world, tours. Quite a bit to get involved in there are also poolside activities and games. They can also never complain of being hungry because you can obtain food up to 4am in at least one of the resort restaurants.

Great, safe family resort! The activities team go all out to entertain the kids and get them involved. The cliff jump, and waterslide in the pool are a blast. Volleyball and catamaran, kayaks, boogey boards and even bocce on the beach. The shows at night are fun too!

Yes, the resort is family oriented, especially on the weekends, when the locals bring their families to the resort

yes, good for kids; no, no restriction

It's OK there's ping pong, fuse ball machine, board games - no video games - & surprisingly there are very few english channels on the TV - although they had Disney channel - pool volleyball & basketball games - a banana boat on the beach $10/pp -- I went to Ocean World w/my 15 yr old daughter - it was much better than I expected. Also, signed up for ATV Funny bikes but didn't do it - no age restriction on the beach -

If you click on the "Hotels" tab on our homepage, then follow the link for "Resort Finder" you will be able to sort through the hotels based on numerous criteria like destination and room type.

Yes. They have single rooms, double rooms, suites, villas and on up from there!

They have suites and other accomodations up to 14 people. Find out all-inclusive options.

I do not know about the suites. I would select Montego Bay.

Yes they have beautiful villas and suites. You will love this place. Really amazing.

write to me beachboatguy@yahoo.com,, lots of resorts to choose from 2 bedrooms carribean etc

Andy, go to Grand Paladium Jamaica, they have it all , book through Cheap Caribbean.. Been there many times and it's a great resort

Go for the 6 bed villa with your own breakfast/lunch chef..awesome

I don't think so. The rooms are just average... not 4 or 5 star.

From what I saw, there were no 2 bedrooms suites through Cheapcaribbean.com. It looked as though only if you came through a timeshare program, you could get those. Also, I gave this resort 2 stars, so I am not sure it fits your criteria.

This is not a 4 or 5 star resort by any means, not sure if they have the suites you are looking for but I can tell you it is not a 4 or 5 star at all!

This resort have about five resort combined on one facility but separated based on the degree of luxury your looking for.Some people come on the shuttle service and leave by lemo or helicopter based on the upgrade they want.There is a time share area as well. YOu could take a $20. special with a vip pass if its available and attend a time share meeting if you like and work out a upgrade which is cheaper than most places.

$50 for 25 mins beach side but they will give you a discount =)

Comparable to what you would pay in the US. I had a manicure, pedicure, facial and hair treatment at the spa for $139.00 US Dollars.

87 an hour

$ 60 - $ 150

Did not take a massage, was too busy moving around the resort

56.00 and I think that was for 35 minutes. Husband had a massage and loved.. The Spa rates were reasonalbe

for 25 min 2 people 80 dollars. for 2 people coconut scrub with 10 min sauna 10 min jacuzzi and 40 min full massage 160 dollars

It was about 30 for an hr

$80 at the Hotel for 1hr. You could get it for $70 if you ordered from one of the hotel sales guys at the beach. Right at the beach, not part of the hotel, $40 for 1 hr.

don't know, they had 2 tables on the beach. --- Everything is negotiable here --- I got a "okay" facial for $61 (book price was $80)

$45:00

If you use Turinter travel which is available through the hotel. we had a great trip and we were able to see sting rays and very safe nurse sharks as well as the coral reef.

Not good. We paid extra for the snorkel trip to the wildlife preservation and that was worth the trip! Book the trip with the tour reps. in the lobby and they are very helpful.

The snorkeling on the general (not VIP-only) beach is not so good - waves, sand, and rocks, very low visibility, though there is some small fish around the rocks if you manage to see it. Plenty of shells. They say that the VIP-only beach is better (calmer waters), did not get to try it. The trip to Paradise Island offers great snorkeling, but it takes over two hours to get there by their third-world-bus and their thirld-world-hold-on-for-your-life motorboat (quite an experience), and you need to bring your own water (they don't tell you that and make you buy it!)

water was warm but kind of murky - I would say snorkling's not great

Sorry, I am scared to put my head under water, only standing level, lol!!!

right on the beach, not great, on a tour it's good

Yes, not complimentary. Lots of info on hotel website

It is better on Serenety Beach area, and the resort bus is constantly back and for.

Not great - some people borrowed gear from the resort, but there's not much to see. Would recommend going on a catamaran tour (I think it was around $80-90) if you want a better experience. There were a few people with boogey boards and inner tubes, but most people didn't stay in the water too long.

There are certainly fish just off the beach and there were people snorkeling, but there's not perfect snorkeling conditions like Seven Mile Beach in Cayman. The coral reef is only about 1/2 mile off-shore and the hotel staff will take you out for a 2-hr trip for $45 US. Well worth it.

Right down from the hotel, not so great, too big waves and stirred up water. We did go snorkeling at the eastern part of the beach, the reefs are closer, water calmer and clearer. Not the best snorkling, dead reefs, but plenty of fish.

The reefs at paradise island was the best snorkeling from land in the caribbean..simply awesome!

Hi Lynn, I didn't snorkle but the water looked very cloudy and green.

Customers booking this resort exclusively thru CheapCaribbean.com will receive the following VIP amenities (offer subject to change without notice): - Access to VIP Beach Area - includes top shelf liquors, sushi bar, 2 jacuzzi's and wait-service for food and beverage from sun beds - Access to the Thursday Ocean World Party - This special party takes place every Thursday at Ocean World and includes free transportation from and back to the hotel, dinner, live band, drinks, free admission to Bravissimo show and free admission to the Casino & Lighthouse disco (drinks are NOT included). Weather permitting. Day of week of party subject to change. - Sunday Welcome Party - this is a very special party and takes place every Sunday in the Peninsula area with a nice ocean view. Includes, gala dinner buffet, International drinks (same variety as in the VIP Beach), live band, Carnival show, Dancer & Singer show (Berenice), spectacular fireworks show. Weather permitting. Day of week of party subject to change.

Maybe that is why our "butler" was so useless. He was not friendly and we were told his day off was Thur. so it was up to us to reserve our palapa. He did nothing for us but reserve the palapas on 3 days. I'm not sure if we missed out on any other "perks", but Platinum is a joke.

yes......only advantage of going on tour (to me) was immediately getting to book your restaurants (besides the buffet)

YES

you are suppose to, but the staff will keep bugging you until you hear the sales pitch. if you are not interested say no,

as far as I know you do; the bracelet is what gives you the VIP anemities, you wont however, get the easy a la cart reservations, making it necessary to stand on line daily to try and get one for the following night.

We did the tour and got VIP access.

no. but you can still use the small VIP beach @ hotel (which is really rather beautiful)

You will get the same amenities if you have a Cheap Caribbean bracelet. The sales people will approach you when they see the band but just say no. If you buy in you do have better chances of rest. private pools etc..but what CC says you get.... that is exactly what you get. Beach, pools, buffet etc.

yes

Yes They are separate

Yes VIP is for everyone. Just tell them you already own a vacation club and don't need another so they don't harras you. That is what I did. And they call it vacation club not a time share but it is the same thing.

No. You must purchase the membership . You will only have the one VIP area that is at the hotel. Not bad , but the other areas are sooo much nicer and relaxing.

Youn can participate in some amenities like Ocean World and Welcome Party if you accept or refuse the tour, and you can stay on VIP beach too. Obviously there are three places (VIP pool, Harmony Beach, and Serenty Beach) that you can't visit if you are not VIP, but it is OK.

27 waterfall excursion can't be missed! The cost was 75.00 but it was a full day of fun (9-4) complete with lunch!

There are a lot of excursions available. There are tour reps at the hotel behind the sports bar. We checked out some online before we went so we had an idea what was available. We spent quite a bit extra on excursions but we were not disappointed with any of them (went on 3). Our rep was from Olympus tours-they will arrange everything for you. We did coba mayan encounter (alltournative tour), snorkeling (de ja vu), trainer for life (dolphin discovery). Enjoyed them all:)

Zafari Tour on the City Ocean World Reasonable prices

The City Tour was reasonable. 49.00 included a ride in a Cable Car that takes you to a Mountain top that overlooks the City, lunch at a local restaurant and a Museum. The Horseback riding was well worth 40.00 per person for approximately two hours.

reasonably priced and lots to do

If you book with CheapCaribbean, you have to book excursions with the CheapCaribbean rep on site. They offer a variety of reasonable excursions. We did the Paradise Isle snorkel trip (highly recommended) which was a full day excursion with lunch included for under $100 per person. There are also horseback riding trips, catamaran trips, a waterfall trip (I think it was $75 for a few hours) and a few others. The trips are only offered on certain days so make sure you check with the rep when you get there so you don't miss the excursion you want to do.

I did a lot of research before, which matched with what I saw offered when I was there. You can book them online in advance (I used viator.com and looked up some discount codes), or you can book at the resort. There were some city tours or more adventurous jungle tours for around $70-90. I feel that these were more family oriented, so my friend and I opted out. The only one I was considering was the catamaran tour for around $80-90 (but didn't end up going). There are also packages at Ocean World - again, more family oriented, so we opted out. However, Fri & Saturday nights, they have a show called Bravissimo with dancing, singing, and crazy costumes for $30. The package included pickup from our hotel as well. The show was a little ridiculous, but it was entertaining. Afterwards we visited the nightclub (which was empty since it's not busy season) and the casino. We also visited the 27 Waterfalls, HIGHLY recommended! You have to hike a little bit and be okay with water/swimming, and definitely buy the waterproof camera because it's beautiful. This is included on some city tours, but since on the tour you do other things you only visit the first 7. I did 12 waterfalls and definitely regret not doing them all! We did not go with a tour group and managed to find a ride with a local, but apparently taxis will charge you a ton so try and negotiate beforehand. Also we went on the teleferico cable car up to the top of the city. Not much to do there but the view if beautiful.

Various excursions and prices ranges some are very expensive and not what they advertised as.

the snorkeling excursion to paradise island was awsome but a very long bus ride ...

The usual in terms of Jeep Safari, Horseback riding, all day snokeling, and Ocean World which is in site of the resort. A day pass to Ocean World is $55. The prices were similar to other resorts we have been to.

There were many different excursions ATV 1/2 day horseback riding - 1/2 day 7 waterfalls - full day - But you should be in good physical condition cable car & shopping - full day Zip line - 1/2 day swimming w/dolphins swimming w/sharks swimming w/sting rays encounter with sea lions encounter with dolphins day at oceanworld safari - full day I thought the prices were reasonable We did the cable car, shopping trip and the sealion encounter Would highly recommend the sealion encounter - loved it.

Excursions are available to be booked @ Cheap Carribean.com ahead of time. However, upon arrival, onsite representatives Turinter Tours frowned upon the prebooking, making it a difficult process. Rates are average for cable car/town shopping tour and all-day catamaran boat trip.

yes

They have plenty of excursions. My advice, do a little research and know what your looking to do before you discuss it with the rep. Although they have plenty and some I didnt even think of, the rep I was dealing with kind of pushed some more than others. In my case I knew of 2 that I really wanted, 1 of which he never mentioned until I brought it up. But to answer your question, they offer everything form ziplining, city tours, private beach tours, waterfall tours and more. Some more expensive than others but reasonable priced.

This resort does not encourage topless bathing, however, it is not prohibited in the Dominican Republic.

In the 5 days we were there, we only saw one topless sunbather and she was simply lying on a towel next to her family. I would not be concerned about taking small kids.

the beach is fine for families... there WERE 2 topless bathers, which were not an issue for me or my daughter... some parents may want to prepare for questions.

Didn't see a single topless person the wole week we were there. Depending on the age of your children waves can be large right down from the hotel, walk 5 minutes east and reefs are closer to shore and waves smaller.

Not really but the pool area is great.. beach is small and rough with dark sand.. not white.

There were a couple girls topless at the beach, but not many.

This beach is fine for families. I did not see anyone topless there at all.

Yes

beach was appropriate for children, saw no one topless at any beaches we were at, and we were at all beaches in resort throughout trip

We saw one women laying out topless. But it wasn't the norm. However as I'm sure your aware bikinis are getting really small.

Only saw one topless bather and she was very discret.

No topless beach, well I did not see any of that :-(

The Ocean World Included room category has a one day pass for admission to Ocean World. Any additional days would have to purchased out of pocket.

I will recommend for you to buy the dolphin excursion, great experience and it will include entrance to the park .

YES At I believe $55 per person per day. Believe me, one day will be more than enough. The snorkeling is in a fish tank with fish dung floating around the top. Also, if you want to return to the hotel early, forget about it, your white band adentifies you as a Cheap Caribbean guest and you will get no service. See my comments, if they print them.

it is pay as you go but i believe there is a package you can pre-purchase that is cheaper. When you get there ask for john Wayne he will hook you up

No

a one day pass to ocean world is about $65-$75 . Do not expect any extra ones.

They come with a one day pass. Extra day pass can be purchased for $55.00 p/day.

Dont't know - Ocean World was not a part of our special rate

Yes the do and also cabbanas:)

I was there and you chose the day that you want go to Ocean World, you would enjoy, Victor

You don't have to attend a sales presentation, but you will be hounded until you do. See my comments. IF YOU WANT A CHEAP TRIP AND DON'T CARE ABOUT THE QUALITY, YOU MAY LIKE THIS SPOT, OTHERWISE KEEP LOOKING.

Most of the resorts we sell are not connected wtih a sales tour. Lifestyles however, is connected with a timeshare group. If you need furhter assistances please contact us at 1.800.915.2322.

They ask you to take a tour but you don't have a tour and they give you a gift if you do. It was nice to see the whole resort as well.

We were able to get out of the sales tour by having plans both mornings we were there. It maybe harder to do on a longer trip, but you can always say no to their "VIP breakfast/lunch". They might pester you, but you're under no obligation to go.

Tons of people we met said they had been solicited to. My wife and I were never asked any questions about wanting to join a time share or go on a tour but we are 21 and it was probably very obvious we could not afford the timeshare. If you go, have no reservations about telling people NO from the start. The people there are very much salesmen. They are pushy and if you do not want something do not try to argue with them or politely get out of it. Just say no from the start. In conclusion I would say that if you go, the probability of someone approaching you about a timeshare is pretty high.

Not all Cheap Caribbean vacations are 'sales' related. I know Lifestyle and Moon Palace are.

Listen closely! Beware of the guys in the white polo shirts. These are the guys that direct you to the sales staff that waist your day trying to hard sell you a timeshare and will get rude if you say no. We did not expect this they didnt say this was a promotional vacation they just roped us in to a tour. Let me save you the time. book the presidential suite it is worth the money or when they say to you; meet me after breakfast to discuss your reservations for dining avoid this meeting go to concierge make your reservations there because making reservations for your dining is not thier job, it is the lie they tell you to rope you into a tour because after the tour when you say no they send you back to concierge because you dont have access to the finer restaurants on the resort unless you book the presidential suite or higher. understand? Go with God.

Yes

we told them that we were not interested and never went on a tour.

We went to the Sales Tour and after 10 -15 minutes, we stopped the salesman and told him that we were not interested and we got our gifts and left. They were not pushy at all.

The sales tour is them trying to sell you a timeshare. All you do is keep saying "thats nice, I'm not buying" and once they're done they leave you alone for the rest of your vacation. Pretty much every Caribbean country you go to where you get any deal will have that same timeshare sales pitch. You're best bet is to arrive in the afternoon and tell them you've already heard the timeshare pitch.

If you have a 12 year old child that is travelling with you, when pricing out your deisred vacation, you would just need to add them when entering the number of travelers and the ages of the travelers. Just make sure to choose them as a child, and enter their correct age. Once you do that, the website will price out the vacation package accordingly. The child will pay for their airline ticket (if you are including airfare in your package), and most times will also pay a price in the hotel room as well, although this varies depending on whether the hotel is all-inclusive, and the individual hotel itself.

i DO NOT KNOW THE ANSWER

Dont know but you can e-mail them from thier website

Yes she is and indivitual person she must pay

We did not travel with anyone other than ourselves (2 adults) but I think everyone needs to pay the per person rate (whether it is $19, $11 or whatever)

You have to pay for her as well. It will cost the same as an adult. However, at $11/per or even $21/per that's not very much. Because of the extremely low price they charge the same for everyone. I'm not sure about infants, but toddlers and older cost the same.

Don't see why not ,you might look into policy of the resort if child (not sure till what age it is consider) stays free,good luck

Rates are per person regardless of age

There is no casino on the property. For an additional cost, you can take a taxi to the casino at Ocean World. Prices for the taxi fare can vary depending on each taxi service.

No casino on property. Have to take a cab to Ocean World except for the Thursday Night party there when there is a shuttle from the hotel.

There is no casino on the property. We had vouchers for an excursion to Ocean World and that provided transportation. Ocean World is walking distance from the resort, tho I would take a taxi home at night.

No casino at Lifestyle..but they do bus you for a gambling/dinner event

not on the property and yes there is a shuttle that runs there.

Yes but there were to many female escorts hustling the customers

The Casino is a Ocean World and if you stay in Puerto Plata Lifestyle's Tropical Resort & Spa - they do have transportation. Not a problem getting there.

We were given a free show, nice, at the ocean world casino and they shuttle you back and forth. The casino itself was tiny and not what I am used to.

There is no casino on the property. Transportation is available to ocean world each night.

There is a shuttle to the one at Ocean World. The Casino was VERY small!

yes the casino is at oceanworld. they either take you by shuttle or they will arrange to get you a taxi that the hotel pays for. when you leave the casino, you go to the cashier and tell them that you want a taxi, and they will arrange to get one for you.

no

The information we have on file pertains to US Citizens. You would need to check directly with the embassy regarding the stipulations for non US Citizens.

Hi Kay, If your niece own a "green card" then she can return without any problem if the travel is less than 5-6 months. If you go pass 6 months then you will need to have your niece apply for a re-entry permit. I know this because I just came back from Dominican Republic and I am also a non-US citizen. If you are traveling through US Airways, then make sure you give yourself an additional 30-45 minutes at the check-in booth and the gate in order for them to process the green card because US Airways doesn't understand that there are other travelers out there as well beside US citizens (sorry, this is my own rant with US Airways).

Yes they would be able to go. I also a resident of the US ( not a citizen) and I had a great time. Your niece would have a great time too as they have lots of activities for children so she to can enjoy the vacation and they have sitters to watch the children if you need some adult time.

Passports or travel visas

Only if she has a passport or permission to travel

yes a residence can travel also but they need a passport, Dominican or American. A minor (14 years) will need permission from the parents to travel with you. If the parents are with her, that is no problem.

Would not let her out of your sight, will be fine if you plan on staying at the resort, by the pool or beach alot. Everyone needs a passport. Be safe, we were robbed, the very first night returning from the welcoming party.

Don't know the citizenship requirements of visiting Puerto Plata DR. You would have to research this.

By federal law any minor must have documentation from the legal guardians authorizing any international trips - you can't even take her on a cruise without doc's. Also the hotels will generally authorize discounted rates for foreign passports only. So as long as she's not from whatever country you're going to you're good - but I would call to check ahead of time.

Lifestyle does not have elevators and they do not have smoking rooms. For guests with physical disabilities special considerations would be made to provide rooms on the ground floor. Feel free to call one of our experinced Destination Specialists to discuss any special needs you may have and they wil be happy to assist you in finding a suitable resort.

No, they don't have elevators ..

Personally I did not see any elevators. Smoking is allowed all over the resort.

I don't remember seeing any elevators but there is a ton of smoking there (at least compared to what I was used to)

No elevators at Lifestyle and yes they allow smoking.

smoking yes elevators no, there are ground level rooms request them.

No elevators and smoking is permitted

No elevators that I saw, lots of smoking areas.

no to elevators and yes to smoking. i will tell you that there are alot of steps and inclines with no railings.

they don't have elevators ecause it is only a three story building. You can basically smoke almost anywhere.

no - they have ramps. Request a ground floor room as there are multiple buildings so there are a lot of rooms on ground floor levels. yes unfortunately theres smoking but it's all outdoor so it's easy to avoid stinky people as long as they're not breathing in your face.

The hot tubs temperature varies as it is under the resorts control.

Whatever the air temperature is. Its not really a 'hot' tub.

Around 80 to 90 degrees

The hot tubs on the outside are room temperature because of the tropical climate. In the presidential suites where there are 2 whirpool tubs extra large you can have it your way.

I was good tempature perfect for the heat

It was probably about 85 degrees.

We were there last week and the days were in the 90's and humid, but not unbearable-nights were perfect-70's

They are NOT hot at all, basically a bubbly pool tub. The warmest was around 78 degrees I would say.

they're not hot. i would go so far as to say they were less than lukewarm. very nice to look out over the ocean. the pools on the other hand, were unbelievable. you could just walk into it and your body didn't even need to adjust. it was fantastic, pristene, and clean.

colder than your average swimming pool. They call it a hot tub but they are not hot tubs. they are cold water tubs with bubbles. very nice to be in because it gets pretty hot out there.

The "hot tubs" aren't heated. Because the regular pool temperature is about the same as ocean temperature or 81-87 degrees F depending on time of day. A hot tub isn't that much hotter. And when you're in the sun you already feel like you're frying - you don't want to be boiled and fried.

I'm not sure if the temp, but they were not "really cold". The weather was high 80's where we were there last week and we could easily get into the tubs and relax. The temp was very pleasant --- not too cold or hot!

It does appear that there are no non-stop flights from Jamaica to the Dominican Republic, however, you would be best to check based uon your individual travel dates, and the specific airports in Jamaica and DR that you are interested in. Regarding documents needed to travel, CheapCaribbean.com is unable to advise as to exactly what you would need. If you are a US citizen, we suggest checking the following web site for the most up to date information: http://travel.state.gov/ . If you are not a US citizen, you would be best to check with the consulate for further information.

Don't know

yes jetblue goes there from jfk to puerta plata direct.. every day.... well u need a passport to go there.. if u dont have one then u need your green card and visa

You should take AA from Jamaica and stops in Miami to continue to Puerto Plata. If you are an American Citizen, you don't need a Visa. If not, you need to check with the Consulate of the DR.

I doubt there's a direct flight from Jamaica, but just do a search on Jet Blue and American Airlines - you can also check a travel site like Kayak.com. You don't need a visa for a stay less than 90 days. You will purchase a "travel visa" when you arrive. It's $10/person and you pay cash before going through customs.

Yes passport required both ways. I'm sure there must be a direct flight from Jamaica to DR.

parking may be included, but would not advise a rental car in this area. Nowhere to go that would be really safe, and many of the roads are terrible.

No fee for parking. Most guest had golf carts, only if you were a VIP member.

The resorts amenities does have parking on-site listed without a money sign next to it. Please do keep in mind that any amenity is subject to change with or without prior notification.

There is no charge for parking, however, most guests get around via golf carts. It is a 40 minutes drive from the airport; we use a prepaid taxi service ($60 round trip) and there was no problems travelling to or from the resort. Lastly we asked the driver about gas prices and it appears that it is extremely expensive which is why most of the locals travel via motorcyle.

It took us about 40 minutes to get from the POP airport by bus to the resort. The gas prices are very high I believe they said around $6.00 a gallon. I know for sure that it was more than New York.

very little parking. better of taking the free hotel transfer or a 45$ taxi

Don't know - we caught a shuttle

gas is $7 per gallon. driving through the cities is insane. You can't go fast, the roads go from smooth to massively messed up and back often, and the way dominican's drive - when they honk at you, pull over and maintain speed, because two lane roads become three for passing purposes normally. And the cities are far crazier. The resort offers taxi discounts - and Lifestyes is about 2 hours from Santiago airport so expect a taxi to cost you a minimun of 80 bucks each way. I think the resorts package (must be booked with the resort itself - look up main lobby phone number in yellow pages or something) is 140 round trip to santiago airport. Any excursion booked with the hotel includes transporation. And the hotel has an inner resort free shuttle from varying lobbies and locations.

Parking is free. Rentals are anywhere from 25 to 80 per day & it is really easy to get around the area from POP airport..gas is not cheap! It depends on the type of site seeing you want to do. You really are better off with the excursions to see everything.

it ends up being like 580$ with flight from philly to DR just click on the link and fill it out

You have to go under book hotel only in the left hand corner of the resort page

I got an email about the $11 special but we had just gotten back from vacation there on $19 a nite/per person. Sure wish we could have gone back @ that rate. Maybe CC will run this offer in Dec or early next year. We will keep our fingers crossed. WE WOULD GO BACK IF $ & TIME AWAY FROM WORK WARRANTS IT!!

call them

just book the hotel only

You need to pay $30.00 for Transportation from the airport to the Resort (round trip) You need to pay taxes also....which is about $42.00 per person for four nights.

The $11 PP/ night is not everyday of the year. We got that deal 2 weeks ago and then the next week was $22 so we believe it's off season when the hotel resorts need people to stay there. Then they'll try to get you to meet with them about joining their holiday club/timeshare but there is no pressure to do so. Great deals to be found!

On the left side of the page where they show where you fly from there is an option for hotel only.

Hi, Thank you for your question. The special rate quoted at $15 per day is for the resort only, not including airfare or taxes. Airfare from ATL to POP is currently pricing at about $730 per person for the dates Oct 15-Oct 20 and is subject to change.

There are more taxes to fly internationally than in the US to US, The airlines also charges other "junk fees" and CC have other fees, I guess. But from Atl to fly to Puerto Plata now (Sept) is not cheap. For 2 people the $750 sounds right.

all i can tell you from new york for two people, it cost us $1,413.48 and that included flight, food, drinks, and transers to and from the airport. that was the $19/day deal. remember you should tip as well. we were there from 9/11/ll to 9/18/11. we met people who went there thru their timeshare and still had to pay $20/day for food and drinks.

It depends on when you go and which airline you choose. Travel from Atlanta can be quite costly. There are also taxes.

A flight from Atlanta might actually be $750. There are only 2 US airlines that fly into Puerto Plata - Jet Blue and American. The flight costs are outrageous to get there. I tried to get some family and friends to travel with us but flight costs were crazy expensive ($650-$900). You might be able to get it a little cheaper depending on dates. I would recommend looking at flights separately on Kayak.com then if you find something worth it to you go back to cheapcaribbean to book "hotel only."

do hotel only and book your own flight. You'll find taxes and fees to go to some of these countries at 300 times the airlines actual flight cost (example - a flight might cost Jet Blue 55 bucks, however they charge you 174 plus american taxes and fees because 120 of that price is dominican taxes and fees. I kid u not - look at spirit airline prices to see for yourself.) Ever wonder why people in these countries never pay taxes? because you do when you visit them built into your cost in airline fees.

I booked separate used spirit with $9 club

You have to pay attention to some of the extras that are included automatically like airport transfers and trip insurance. You simply have to click on them to remove them from the price. There will be some taxes and fees added but they usually aren't too much. We booked our own flights (used miles) so we used the hotel only option while booking. We did pay for the airport transfers which I would suggest. The trip to Lifestyles truly was a bargain.

Yes taxes and fees are added and they are quite a bit. I flew from MN to DR and the total cost I paid with taxi service to resort and back to Airport was $965.00 per person for 7 days.

We do not offer any roommate matching services. Our packages are advertised based on double occupancy. Of course Single occupancy rates are available at most hotels. If you see a hotel package you like, you can remove the second adult from the package and proceed to get the pricing for 1 adult. If you prefer, one of our agents can quickly provide you a price with not obligation.

I traveled with my husband/mate so I do not know the solo rate. But I met a lady while there that traveled solo & she said CC's rate for solo was like 3 times the rate for couples. She booked thru Expedia because she said that it was less than CC's solo rate & she still got the benefits of using the VIP Beach & all (but she stayed in either a studio or 1 bdrm, not a hotel room on Tropical side - where we were on the $19 a nite per person special at the time)

I booked 2 rooms (one for my son and his girlfriend) and one for me and a companion who was 'unable to join me' at the last minute. It was chaper booking a double room with a no-show than booking a single room.

If you are SOLO, it will cost you an average of $62.00 per night. Matching is not done in order to avoid problems.

if you find the deal as we deed $19 just go for $ 38 and be single:)

I originally booked for two people at the rate of 11 us dollars per day. I ended up traveling solo. So 22per day wasn't bad at all. I was afraid that there would be an extra charge but there wasn't.

The price they show is devided in two, so if you travel alone you pay for it twice. Example if it's $50 per person, a single will pay $100. I hope this helps.

When traveling on this trip it is required that it is double occupancy.

The supervised Kid's club is included in the all inculsive package and should not be an additional charge. For further information regarding babysitting you may contact the resort directly. CheapCaribbean in not provided with additional cost for babysitting.

Did not travel with kids so I don't know

we traveled with a 15 month old baby just last week. Ask for Crip and they will provide one in the room, it was very helpful for us. Take regular medicines like tylenol, cough syrup, baby vicks, etc. Expensive to get them there. Also if you have to visit the clinic and require prescription medicine for the baby or someone it costs $137 for me to get antibiotic. They have a kids corner but not much going on there. Well there weren't too many kids when we were there so maybe that is why. I was told we can get baby sitters but we did not get one. The kids will have a great time and all the staff are very friendly.

it's $10 US per child it start at 8:30pm until they keep the kids for free from 8pm for the mini disco then they take the kids back to the room. I would get Veronica to do it she has been there the 3 times we went, tell her Emily and Aidan's mom recommended u. We love Alfredo also so your choice

DIDN'T USE SITTING SERVICE. WOULDN'T RECOMMEND TAKING YOUNG CHILDREN.

They have a great "kids club" right on the resort that is included in your package. Not sure about the 1 yr old though....

They have a great area that is designated to children with all sorts of games and jungle gyms!

Everything is made with purified water

I take for granted that they use Purified Water like the one that give us (at the VIP bar and the bottles they put in your mini fridge) that is bottled in the DR. So I would not worry about that.

We had no problem with the drinks at all and we had the frozen ones plenty of times.

very good question. the only water you cannot drink from is the water from the faucet in your room. there is even a sign at the sink not to drink the water. they provide water bottles, soda, and beer in the refrigerator in the room. we had water, coffee, soda, frozen drinks, etc. at the buffet and all of the other restaurants and NEVER got sick.

They use filtered water. No worries for the drinks. They also stock your fridge daily.

We were there for five days; drank coffee, tea and had drinks at the bar. We brushed our teeth with bottled water which was provided in our rooms. Great place, enjoy.

You don't have to worry about the water or the frozen drinks....

Ive been there 4 times and ill drink over 50 pina coladas and have never had any problems...

In these countries even locals don't drink what they call "raw water" In fact bottled water is cheaper to buy there than in the states because they use it for cooking as well since it's cheaper to buy 5 gallon drums for $4 than to boil raw water for 30 min and waste all that gas to heat the water when gas is $7 per gallon. the biggest thing people forget - is don't brush your teeth with raw water! use mouthwash instead of toothpaste while on vacation, it's easier and you won't get sick.

All drinks are made from purified water and salads are washed in purified water. I've been 3 times to DR and nobody in our party has ever had any trouble.

I drank the water they provided assuming that they were using filtered or clean water. I also had drinks that had ice cubes in it because, unless I wanted a warm soda or mixed drink, I wouldn't have had another choice. I actually didn't find to have troubles with doing this. My stomach really only had trouble if I had anything really greasy. My boyfriend also didn't have problems with the water and drinks with ice cubes. Some people did, some people didn't. I guess it is up to you.

To our knowledge, only the Azul Restaurant at the top of the VIP building requires long pants for men.

It depends on what you prefer. We've been to the resort a few times and I have seen some people very dressed up, and others very casual. But I would say overall, it's more casual than anything.

There is no dress code for Casablanca (the buffet restaurant open for breakfast, lunch & dinner) - other than everyone must wear shirts, shoes & no bathing suits allowed. So you can wear shorts, t-shirts, casual or dress - it is up to you. For the restaurants that you need reservations for the day before (Mexican, Chinese, Blue Lagoon & Italian), they say men must wear slacks & shirts & women a dress, slacks or casual or dressy but we saw both men & woman wear shorts & tops at the finer restaurants above & it was no problem.

My husband wore shorts sometimes- but nicer ones- not cargo shorts or anything- at the specialty restaurants. It's cool enough at night though if you'd prefer to wear long pants. I'm pretty sure I remember seeing jeans, cowboy hats, etc out there too haha.

The dress code isn't cast in concrete, but most people wore resort casual to the restaurants in the evenings, although my husband chose to wear long pants only to the upscale La Gourmet restaurant and AZUL, both of which were available with an upcharge of $25pp. The other restaurants are very nice, but shorts and a nice golf shirt or Aloha/Tommy Bahama shirt would be fine. The few we saw who were in old shorts and t-shirts kind of stuck out in the evenings, but that may be just us wishing they knew not to.

very casual. men wore shorts and long pants at every restaurant we ate in. we had the vip package which we still don't understand but we were not allowed to go into all of the restaurants. we were told the gourmet restaurant required good pants, not jeans or shorts.

most men were shorts but it is proper to were long pants. to dinner

Long Pants for men are required at Azul, Jazz, and Simply Gormet. Casual shorts are fine for all others. My boyfriend and our other friend had to buy pants down there.

casual, our friend went in nice shorts with loafers and that was fine

Yes, I believe you need to wear long Pants for dining at a Restaurant. I would never let my husband go to a nice restaurant for dinner with shorts.

Mainly they don't want people in bathingsuits or anything wet for sanitary reasons. No one will ask you to wear long pants in the tropics, but ripped cut offs might be out of place in the fancier restaurants.

There were mostly couples and families. Not a lot of singles. There are nightly shows and a Disco. We didn't attend either.

We were there in September, so not many children, little ones under age 6 or so only, we met several singles, but it is not necessarily a singles swinging place. The VIBE disco opens around 11:30, so you know there have to be enough younger people to support that, lots of activities, sunfish sailboats, kayaks, tennis, water sports and games in the main pool, if you want Club Med style activities, this may be a little tame. The Sunday night party is great, pumping music, live entertainment, and excellent food prepared outside, along with fireworks. The main pool has several sections, swim up bar, and lots of places to just stand with a cocktail, or swim. Good luck, we will definitely recommend it to everyone we see. Lynn

We just returned, September 11th, and did not think that the resort was geared toward any particular demographic. We encountered mostly couples and families although there were very few if any young children. There are some typical adventures offered by the resort to see the local highlights but we just stayed and enjoyed the beach.

on sunday night when we arrived, there was a huge party that they took you by shuttle. it was a fantastic feast. everything from lobster to roasted pig. the entertainment wasn't good but they did have a fantastic firework show. very professional. another night there was a show at the coliseum but that was awful. they lip sink and dance. not entertaining at all. during the day there is water aerobics, volleyball, ping pong, and many tournaments to be played. they do keep you busy if you want it or you can read three books like i did :) this is really for family or couples. we did meet a few singles who were looking for singles but there weren't any to be found.

Hi.. I am single and have gone to this spot for two years in a row... People are really warm and friendly... I had no problems as a single..

there is a the disco and you can also go into town.. but there no need lots to do whether single or couples

- Daily activities program. - Introductory scuba lesson in pool - Non-motorized water sports - Gym with new equipment installed in 2009 - Nightly entertainment - Amphitheater with shows - Admission to Disco (drinks not included) - Supervised Kid's Club open 9 AM - 12 PM and then from 2 PM - 5 PM (Hours subject to change.) - Daily activities program for children 4 to 12 years old. - Children's pools and mini-disco - Tennis (daytime) - Use of bicycles on property

The week I went was a lot of couples, but there were a quite a few groups of singles. Entertainment is shows of dancing and a night club, where the show dancers do mingle with the crowd. Theres activities in the pool and a rental area for boogie boards and beach stuff. There's a casino, Ocean World, and they provide excursion packages as well which would include transportation. Guests are off doing their own thing so it's hard to make new friends or join a group so you def want to have a pal with you - but us 4 girls had a ball of a time on our own.

There is a party on Sunday and a show on Thursday. I have never gone to the Thursday show. In my opinion it is a spot more for couples. It is a quiet resort. There were no water activities there that I found besides being in the pool or lounging on the beach. There is a volleyball net. You can choose to do activities that you pay for which are not at the resort but with outside companies. (horseback riding on the beach, snorkeling at Paradise Island)

Patty, This spot is geared for the older crowd, who wants to stay at a resort, eat bland food, and lay at the pool. When we stayed, we used it as a cheap place to stay and use as a home base. Everything is cheaper and more fun if you book it yourself. Rather than go with a large party, you can go with a smaller, more intimate group and get have a better experience.

There are alot of couples but there are lots of single people with friends it really doesn't matter. I had a lot of fun I am married but went with a girl friend who is also marriied and we met tons of married and single people and we had fun with them all.

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including local liquor, beer, cocktails, wine by the glass and soft drinks are available from four bars. You also have access to the buffet and speciality restaurants with a reservation as required.

there are plenty of bars and you have a four resturants plus the buffet all are good

As a yip you have access to all things at the resort except for the members only areas. you will not be disappointed. Go have fun relax, and thing as much or as little as you want.

I just came back and I had access to all the bars in the resort. Also to the restaurant of course you have to make reservations by 1pm the same d ay

The resort is excellent!!! Believe me ... I do about 5-7 vacations per year. You have acces to a couple of bars. The restaurants are a little bit difficult for reservations, but the buffet is excellent and you wont see the same food ... by the way ... VIP bar: mimosas, champaigne, sushi (till 230pm) and more till 5pm

No...you only have access to one VIP bar & beach. You still have access to the other 3 or 4 bars and all the pools, etc. The buffet is maybe better than the restaurants depending on what type of food you are accustomed to. Don't be upset if you can't get into the Italian or Chinese...buffet is better. Plenty to do and you will be impressed at what you get for the money...I was and I dispise all-inclusives for the most part.

I just returned from the resort and you will have access to atleast 3 or 4 bars. There is a lobby bar, swim up pool bar, VIP bar, and I'm thinking atleast another bar. There is the buffet but there are about 3 or 4 restaurants you should also be able to go to. There is a chinese and mexican restaurant and one called Blue Lagoon which has seafood etc. There may even be one more--I can't remember for sure. We upgraded our membership so we did not have to wait each day to make reservations for the restaurants but I have read that you have to go between 1 and 3pm each day. It is the off season now so hopefully you won't have trouble making reservations. Also, the night we arrived (Thursday night) there was a BBQ dinner outside by one of the pools which had a huge spread of food and it was very good. The Sunday welcome party was wonderful too. There was a massive spread of food---lobster, filet mignon, oysters, sushi, pork, other seafood etc. etc. etc. So for two nights there were alternative dinners offered beside the buffet.

There are 4 bars that I know of that u will have access to. VIP beach, the pool bar, lobby bar and the blue lagoon. All are very nice, pool bar is best (get to know David. Best bartender ever). That's open 10am-midnight. And the blue lagoon is open til 5am. As for restaurants, u do have access to 4 of those as well. Reservations need to b made a day in advance in the lobby. But when u check in, make sure u go through all ur paperwork. I didn't notice until checkout that there was a reservation for dinner already made tucked inside an envelope. Lol

You will have access to all the bars including the VIP . However, the VIP Bar is the only one with Premiun Drinks and it is closed at 6:00 p.m. You will have access to the Buffet and all the Restaurants(of course, on a space available basis) There is a show every night and they are just great specially the party on Sunday nights. You can even have lobster on that day.

There is a new VIP sports Bar that you can not use unless you are a member , but the VIP beach is all top of the line & there are two more beach bars and a swim up bar on the main pool area. there are four restraunts and the buffet they will try to pre book you for three of them, with the pool party and the sunday welcome party you will love to take a brake and go to the buffet at your time. every night is a different setting. you will be move then happy with the food & drink when at the VIP beachbar ask for Rahauol or Hector and tell them Richard said Hello and to take care of you. they will even if you don't let them know . Just back 10-7-11 to 10-14-11 you will have a great time this was our third time there. we can't wait till next oct. have fun hope this helped Richard

YES YOU WILL HAVE ACCESS TO THE VIP AREA AT THE BEACH. WHICH IS NICE ESPECIALLY THE GUYS AT THE BAR. BUT BE THERE EARLY OR YOU WONT GET A BED. IN REGARDS TO THE RESTAURANT, I SUGGEST YOU MAKE THE RESERVATIONS BEFORE YOUR TRAVEL DATE AS THEY DO NOT TAKE ANY RESERVATIONS WHEN YOU GET THERE SINCE THEY WILL TELL YOU THEY ARE ALL BOOKED AND WILL PUT YOU ON A WAITING LIST.

Currently we are not running any specials at this resort for Christmas week in December. Feel free to contact one of our experienced destination specialists to discuss current specials being offered at one of our many Caribbean destinations.

Always a great deal...........

Wherever you decide to travel, stay away from Lifestyle Tropical Resort, Puerta Plata

More likely NOT, we are taking 3-5 trips a year December specialy becouse f hollidays the most expensive tim of the year, x 3. well would be great if you find one and share with the rest :)

If possible book as late as you can seems like the rates drops if you can go last minute.

Prices for non US/Canadian passport holders would need to call for pricing as the current specials on our website are not applicable. Rates are based on availability and subject to change.

98 rate for two people both with US/Canadian passports.

I paid 49 per person on double occupancy with us passport

We had British passports and the rate still applied if this helps

we are american and get a great deal for $19 for person , sighn p with Carribian they sent the deals some times you can't refuse but have to be flexible with vacation time.

$49 per person per day for anyone.

No one from our group went to any presentation at all.

Yes! You or him

Both.

You don't have to go at all. We both went and found it interesting and not high pressure. We drank mimosas while they told us about the vacation club. If you don't want to go just say so. They only seem to bother you the morning after you arrive.

Just one of you can go to "The Presenttion", but neither have to go, Our friends just said no and they weren't put under any pressure, we went for a nosey and didn't get the hard sell.

No you both have to go and it's a HARD sale!! Be prepared! Have bags for your clothes little bugs in all the rooms!

My husband went to the presentaion without me. Neither of you have to go at all. We knew we had no interest in buying a timeshare. And by the way...there is no "welcome gift".

just one can go

both.

Just one of you can go.

Well you both need to go but its pretty pain less. We got out and rode the golf cart and checked out the grounds I thought it was kind of fun and had lunch at a different beach. Got our free rum and tee shirt not all bad

Yes

Yes

Plenty of shade, but you can have a canopy ped on the VIP beach

yes they do, and they have queen sized beds near the beach that have canopies that you can open or close.

plenty of chairs and some umbrellas. Nothing sits right on the beach, but they will take the chairs down there for you, if you'd like.

Nothing directly on the beach. You can bring a chair down from the upper area, not sure about umbrella's, but there is shade.

You can go solo or not go at all, but I recomend to go together they ffer amaizing deals hard to refuse :)

They have Beds in the VIP Area which you are allowed to go into with the Cheap Caribbean brachlet you get when your at the resort. NONE OF the beds nor chairs are directly on the beach they are several stairs up higher and a wall seperates the beach from the bed area. I would recommend going to this VIP AREA however if you want a bed with a view be at the entrance by 7:30am to reserve it. This area also has top shelf liquor included unlike the rest of the resort

yes they do -- chairs and umbrella's are by the pool. VIP Beach has covered beds.

yes they have both..

They do have rain umbrellas at the front desk but they are $10.00. It is wise just to add a small umbrella to your suitcase just in case it rains. As far as umbrellas for the beach...they have some private cabanas that have a cover. They also have beach chairs around the pool that have a small cover. Beach chairs are also available on the beach although I didn't see any umbrellas attached.

Yes, umbrellas and beach chairs are available and free. If you go to other local beaches, the chairs and umbrellas are placed for a fee of approx. $6US. I would recommend the local beaches. They are a much better experience and more beautiful.

Follow the payment procedures online or the easiest way is to call them direct. The online payment process will explain how much is due and when.

Have to use Credit Card and you pay full amount no deposits.

I don't Know I paid in full

Tips are optional and we did not feel hounded for them by the resort staff. It is expected that you tip the maid. We did tip several of the staff a $1 here or there when we enjoyed their service but the buffet staff is constantly changing.

Most take a lot of US$1 bills or small gifts for tips.

No, tips for the staff are not included in the total price of the package deal.

They are included but a dollar tip goes along way!

I don't no. I no i had lots of singles to hand out. We were well taken care of. The people are very hard workers and do not make much money. They are there greatest asset. I handed out $150.00 in tips and bus fairs in 7days maybe a little more.

I think they are, and I can tell you, go ahead and give them a dollar. They'll remember you over the cheapskate next to you.

Yes they are but once you see how hard the staff work and how friendly they are you just may change your mind! I tipped a dollar a day and sometimes more . It is a poor country and they appreciate anything. Even if you decide not to tip the staff does not treat anyone any less

Yes but a little something extra goes a long way

NO BRING LOT OF MONEY THEY ARE NOT SHY GIVE ME MONEY IS WHAT THEY SAY IF SOMEONE POINT YOU IN A DIRECTION THEY THEN SAY GIVE ME MONEY BEGGERS MOST OF THEM

All of our advertised specials are based on double occupancy, therefore 2 persons sharing a room are able to take advantage of the best pricing available on a per person basis. If there is a single occupant in the room that person pays more on a per person basis, however it is still a special, discounted rate than the contract rate.

Your best deals would be double occupancy. For the price that cheap caribbean is offering it is the best here in Puerta Plata Lifestyles resort.. Wedid not like Puerto Rico for all-inclusive!

CheapCaribbean is able to offer two week vacation packages with all resort except Lifestyles when they are running specific specials. The resort will not allow a reservation that are more than 7 nights back to back. You may stay one week at the resort, leave and go to another and come back for another week if you wish to do so. For more explanation you may contact us at 1.800.915.2322.

You can get added days as long as you pay the nightly rate.

When booking a Lifestyles reservation with CheapCaribbean, all guest will have VIP status and be able to attend the VIP areas. To become a VIP member with the resort you may sign up directly with them upon you arrival. This would include being apart of their timeshare program.

Why? I don't know how to do that. I"m sure it can be done. It would require a contract. I would check the place out first and take advantage of their hospitality and get the best price.

I don't think you can. I think you have to join the vacation club at the resort. There will be plenty of salesmen who will gladly make an appointment for you to meet w/one of the representatives.

Someone may correct me if I wrong, but its just words they use to make you feel special. Everyone is a VIP. There are some places you cannot go within the resort, but I dont think its worth what people said they paid. Also, there are other ways you get there (Timeshare swaps). They are the ones I talked to that were the extra special VIPS.

You have to pay double the price, and Cheap Caribbean doesnt even offer it. You have to book directly thru the resort. It is worth it though, you get better food, better service, golf carts, better room, access to VIP areas that are off limits to Cheap Caribbean people.

DON'T DO IT

Buy into their Lifestyle ( Time Sharing)

The resort does offer vegetarian meals as well as Kosher meals. They may be an additoinal cost to clients. You may view their accommodations directly on Lifestyles website as well.

there are plenty of non-meat options at the buffet and the restaurants. Plus they are very accommodating. We ate more fruits and veggies while on holidays at Lifestyles than we normally do! It was a great selection!

Lots of fruits and veggies, sometimes too much for us meat eaters.

Yes they do and their food is just wonderful

Good assortment of veggie option dishes

Be careful. If you book tru Cheap Caribbean, you will be forced to eat at the buffet for EVERY single meal while you are there. Except for 2 meals at assigned resturants. You are issued 2 meal vouchers at check in, and you must show up at said assigned restaurant with your paper voucher at the exact time listed, or you will be refused service. This is because you booked thru Cheap Caribbean. Pay more thru another website, and you can eat whereever you want. We wish we would have. I am not a vegetarian, and I found it hard to eat there. Get to the buffet when it first opens, otherwise the food is cold, and gross people grab food with their hands, etc. Here is a typical menu: Tacos, omlette station, franch toast, bacon, sausages, rice, STEWED GOAT, pig on a spit, pork tenderlion, hamburgers, big salad bar, lots of fruit, lots of breads. Bring vitamins.

there is a ton of fresh fruit & fresh veggies on ALL of the buffet's ...morning,noon & night. Also there is a pasta station and a TON of fish options

In order to see the pricing for one traveler, you just need to select "1" under the number of guests, and it will price out the package for you for just one traveler.

Im not sure. I would put it into the formula. Let them tell you

As per our terms and conditions, changes to or cancellation of your reservation will incur a $50 per person fee, $175 per person airline fee (if changing flights, as per the airline) and possible resort penalties and any increase in price resulting from the change. Upon cancellation, a credit towards future travel will be issued for the balance remaining. Please note, CheapCaribbean is a non refundable company.

Yes I Added A dAy. Go for as long as you can afford. It takes a couple of days to get into the swing of things.

I believe one has to pay $100 cancellation fee. Not very sure.

Although you are able to rent a car to go sightseeing in Puerto Plata I would advise exercising extreme caution. The roads are not the safest-often narrow and windy and not very well marked. We highly recommend the local excursions that will take you into town for shopping or sightseeing.

Absolutely not. Lot of public transportation. Buses Are less than$2 american

We fly out of all major airports. On our web site, when you are pricing out packages, there is a drop-down box to choose the departure city of your choice.

Fir me? I check Fairs at all airports. I drive three hours and leave my car at a hotel secured lot in Newark NJ. I Save $800.00 In air fairs. Ill drve three hours for that.

Porto Plata is the closest airport.

No, you would not be charged addionally. The price you are quoted with Cheap Caribbean includes the all inclusive amenities-all food, drinks and gratuities.

I don't know. I'm sure you would. Makes since.

No, the all-iclusive deal meaning food and drink is all included. If you book an excursion, use motorized sporting equipment, or take advantage of the spa, then you have to pay extra.

No but they do offer different activities outside the resort. When we went we just stayed at the resort. It was super fun and have been there twice. The staff there are really nice and very accommodating, Although if you are interested in working out go very early as the air wasn't working and it was stifling hot. The equipment does need work. I/ we felt very safe there and I found out they have a great Dr. there as well. I have asthma so that is the only reason I would of needed one ! which i didn't

No extra charges but we found it helpful to hand the staff a tip in US cash every once in a while.

when you buy the trip off CheapCaribbean.com all of your food & drinks are included but once you are there you can upgrade to top shelf & upgrade your food where you can get lobster everynight. It is 50.00 per person per day

These resorts are all inclusive. I dont think they offer for you to just use the hotel. The all inclusive is worth it. They have a lot of options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Bars are open late with a wide variety. All included in what you pay.

The Playa Dorada Golf Course is approximately 20-30 minutes away by taxi cab.

The golf course looks well maintained, I didn't see very many golfers it shouldn't be very difficult to get a tee time, It's a little expensive I thought and you have to hire a caddy.

Great course, 10 minutes tops from the resort. They will get you tee times at the resort.

I didnt go but my friends did. They all said the course was sandy but beautiful. Do NOT try to get there on your own, it's too dangerous. There is a staffed golf person at the front desk that will arrange to take you.

The $549 price does include airfare. If you would like further assistance pricing out specific travel dates, please call #1.800.915.2322 to speak with one of our experienced Beach Experts. There is no additional fee for assistance through an agent.

$12 is the special rate for the room per person per night. Air and taxes are additional.

First of all, how many people are traveling? I made the same mistake but had not doubled to account for the two people traveling. Otherwise, make certain you are choosing the option for the resort only.. it sounds like the $549 may be the air included option. Make sure you're choosing the correct booking option. If you're not sure, call the phone number and talk to a rep. they're very helpful!

These are all introduction rates with promise that you will do the 90 min presentation.Like a car sales man

its $12 a day for the hotel,,, the rest is airfare and taxes

LOL. Did you forget your flights, taxes, insurance, etc.? It is a great deal PERIOD.

Yes, there is a shop on property.

there are at least two stores that I saw where you can get pretty much anything you'd need in the hygiene department.

Yes. Why not just bring them with you?

Yes, there is a store on the property.

yes, therer is a nice little shop right next to the buffet resyurant that sells almost anything u may need.

yes, there is a sundries shop at both confesi palm and tropical

Yes but bring the bank small bottle tums $9.00

The legal drinking age in the Dominican Republic is 18 years.

Its 18

18 in DR legal age to drink

We were never carded for ID's. Don't think there is a legal drinking age per say, but I don't know what would've happened had we looked younger than 18 yrs old.

21

Yes - I met a friend whose 15 year old son was allowed to drink Legal age to drink in DR is 13

You don't make your reservations until you get to the resort. You just go to guest services in the main lobby and ask them. They'll let you know which restaurants have openings and then put your name on the list. They'll drop-off your reservation "ticket" in your room in the afternoon. Everyone seems to be making a big deal about having to get in-line and how horrific it is to get a reservation, but we just went in to guest services in the afternoon [no line] and asked for the next day - not sure why everyone seems to have such issues. Also,we discovered that if you go to one of the restaurants "later" in the evening, say after 7:30pm sometimes they can fit you in without a reservation. Worst comes to worst you don't get in and you eat at the buffet.

You are supposed to go down to the main lobby at 9am to schedule a reservation, however it is very difficult it you are not a VIP member. It seems everyone we spoke with who was not a VIP member was unable to get a reservation, including myself. However, at Ocean World there is a casino and they have a fabulous restaurant there that you do not need a reservation for and it is very reasonably priced ($18.00 for filet mignon!).

They are usually maid at the front desk by a certain time the day before. We did in the morning. there is always one or two open all the time. No reservations.

They will give you a couple of reservations when you check in. If you want to go to the other restaurants, it can be tricky. We got into two others by giving the dude a $20 bill. They were never crowed and we couldnt understand why.

You have to stand on line in the morning and I mean stand in line! Then you go on a wait list. Whoever I spoke to did NOT get in. Food sucks BIG time at Lifestyles. That was my biggest complaint. Good luck.

good luck with getting them..we were told that we could not get any..they give you two when you arrive and they said the rest were booked

At 9 am at the quest relations office accross from front desk you make your reservations each day . the line starts about a half hour earlier

You stand in line at 8 am put in 2 requests if your lucky you get a 9:30 italian . forget the steak house put in for it everyday never got it 5 out of 8 got sick from the food that laid them up for 2 to 3 days

you can email a request with your reservation. [ there is a space for it at the end I believe]... we did and got what we requested. I'm sure you can email them and request specifics and they'll try to make it happen.

I do not Know. I would call and find out.

If you have already made reservations with Cheap Caribbean please give us a call or email us with your booking number. We can certainly send special requests down to the resort. Please note that we are unable to guarantee special requests as they are based on availability with the resort. Thank you!

Call hotel day before your arrival, talk nice voice (not demending) and ask nice.. When I arrived next day we had 3 rooms next to eachother with crib in it) I asked for guys name and next day I gave him tip. .I did that and we were put in bld 1 (close to ec=verething and last bld. Only people who got rooms there went there. I was with 3 kids and we were put on the floor leve (last three rooms) Quiet rooms.

No, we couldn't but when we got there they gave us the building we wanted. It depends on availability, I suppose, but they were very willing to do it for us.

I requested building 5 when booking. I recieved a room in building 6 which was nicer and half the size of the other buildings which means it is quieter. Walk right out to the quiet pool. Upon arrival the front desk easily moved a couple we were traveling with to our building in the room right next door.

nothing you request will get you anywhere not even dinner reservations good luck

no, there is no Cheap Caribbean rep. there 24 hrs. To be quite hones, I didn't see the rep there the few times I went to the "activities" desk, but I can't see any major reason you would need him. He answered some questions I had via email prior to our trip, but had no need for a rep once there. It seemed that the other reps that were around although all working for different places seem to work together, so just ask anyone and they'll hopefully help or find someone who can - though sometimes it seems to take a while. We found we were better off not working through the reps and just doing things on our own. but, not everyone is comfortable with that.

They are not there 24 hours a day. They are there from 8am to 5pm

No They are only a travel agent. They do not have any affiliation.

There is an Olympus tours rep available in the morning. They are available to reconfirm your return transfer and book any tours and excurstion. If you need to speak to us, they can make arrangements to have us speak to you.

NO - are you kidding me. They are there from 9 to 5 and there is a line out the door!

olympus tour operator helped us who was in relation with cheap carribean..his name is felix and he is at the tour desk

No

No

Depending upon the room that you upgrade to, you may have extra amenities, a larger room, or a room closer to the beach or pool. The amenities available depend on the room category that you upgrade to.

Beach front and a balcony.

Nothing, unless you sign up for the vacation club.

I have no idea, because all the rooms I saw looked the same. The best rooms are in buildings 5 and 6. Stay away from buildings 1-4, they are old and run down, and have strange frosted glass bathroom windows that people can kind of see into when they walk by. Also buildings 5 and 6 are quiet. Building 1 is very loud due to drunk people at bar right outside the window.

Doesn't give you anything really at all first come first serve You get only if you buy a Time Share DON'T BE SUCKERED NOT WORTH IT

We were unable to upgrade anything. They front lobby is usually packed, especially around check-in (3:00pm). If successful, an upgrade would get you a closer spot to the pool area or potentially a quieter room. Our room was nice, but right next to the cleaning staff's closet. It was also outside the pick-up spot for the "change in staff" bus, which was extremely loud.

Yes, guests are free to enjoy all the facilities of the Cofresi Palm Beach hotel located adjacent on the beach.

Yes on your side of the resort. Nice cabanas with great service. lots of alcohol. The beer is not american. El presidenti beer. Or somthing like that. Have a Coca Loca.

Yes, Lifestyle guest have access to all Cofressi Beach Resort amenities.

Yes, I beleive so.

yes mostly-you can access the pool beach and buffet but not sure about other dining options there. I beleive some of the restaurants are at cofresi but you will be put on the waiting list. you must be at guest services by 8:15am to put your name in they open at 9

Yes. We went there one day.

they give you a lousy room, showers need new shower heads, beds are not that comfortable neither the pillows. pool and beaches are not a far walk.

There isn't any real bad rooms. There is only hard beds. Who stays in rooms? The shows are good . The service is ok. The food and drinks for free. It an.t perfect.

No, they are actually the closest to the beach and pool, but definitely the most undesirable. They are very outdated and need renovating.

Superior Room - Extravaganza Sale indicates this is currently the advertized sale price.

My guess would be yes and then they hard sell you to buy and they will upgrade you. Be careful.

they gave us a really bad room but people that booked the same promo we did had better rooms...we had MAJOR problems with our room and found a rep who switched us after three days!

YES, WORST ROOMS EVER

No, the room was nice and had ocean view

The prices are quoted per person, assuming there are at least two people in the room. A third person in the room would also be charged but at a slightly different rate, and one person in the room is also priced at a higher rate. The resort does not charge per room, but per person.

It is per day per room Make sure you ask for what bed you want. Most rooms are without ocean view. They want you to update at 15.00 per night . Ask for a Double or King bed. Its based on two per room. Because its all inclusive you get only two Rist bans.

It's per person, but the price is cheaper based on double occupancy. Meaning two people sharing one room.

Per person, based on double occupancy

per person if one other person is staying in the room with you. If you book the room just for yourself - the price will be higher

per person

You did not mention which country issued your passport, but if you are traveling with a Dominican Republic or Haitian passport you will not be permitted to check in under the special promotion, regardless of whether you have a valid US working visa or credit card. You should also check with your country's consulate to determine what specific entry and exit documents are required for travel to your destination. I suggest calling one of our Beach Experts with any additional questions regarding your eligibility for the Lifestyle Tropical Beac promotion.

You are valid for the special as long as you do not live in Dominican Republic and you are not a Dominican citizen.

Depends where your passport is from. Ask Cheap Caribbean to call the hotel directly to find out before you book to clarify. The only reason the offer is selected to people from these countries is that this is a vacation club, and they will try to get you to buy into it. I guess they think people from these countries are the only ones with any money.

I'm not sure which one was the Cofresi Palm Beach Hotel, but was able to get into a VIP beach that was in Cofresi.

Yes, the entire resort is open to you.

Customers who book the Lifestyle Tropical Beach receive Privileged use of all restaurants, bars and facilities at Lifestyle Crown Residence Suites as well as some other VIP amenties offered at the resort. If you book the Lifestyle Resort they do not offer exchange privalages for Cofresi Resort, however guests staying at Cofresi Resort have access to the Lifestyle Resort.

Yes

Yes if you want but it is no cleaner than the rest of the complex.

Yes

Pretty much all of them , when I say pretty much I mean I drink Bailey's and it was only free certain times

all drinks

just certain ones , if you go to the VIP bar they have some top shelf liquer but not alot but they will give you as much to drink as you want

Most bars have a drink menu that you can choose from. But you can also ask for your favorite even if it's not on the list.

includes all drinks but not all top shelf

Some of the upper shelf (Baileys, Amaretto de Sorrono) were only available at the VIP Beach bar.

Just certin ones mostly dominican Sh-t Top self at VIP bar only a couple of top shelf for 4 days not on weekend we had to go to town to buy good liquor

If you book with Cheap Caribbean, you get all beverages, including alcohol with it. But Cheap Caribbean people can only get the generic liquors. Cheap Caribbean people can only get top shelf liquor at one bar in the whole resort, the VIP beach. Other than that, only VIP people can get top shelf.

I went to both discos. Pretty dead after the Sunday night party Sat night dancers from the resort were present to dance with guests Reminded me of Atlantic City disco clubs

Me and my friend are 42 and we went to the disco ICE. It was fun, different then America nightclubs but the people are friendly and the music is good.

LAME and if you go to an all inclusive why should you have to buy ?? I have never spent so much additional money at an all inclusive

Its nice. Its just vactioner trying to have fun... it was clean fun . The only down side is the fact that you have to pay for the drinks there. And you do not want to do that because the resort offers free liquor ALL the time ALL day long.

The disco is called Vibe. It is very small, about the size of a standard tennis court. The building is kinda run down, and Cheap Caribbean people are only allowed in the front areas. The back areas are reserved for VIP guests only, much like the rest of the resort. We went there 2 times, and both nites it was empty - no people no music no bartender... like an unsed space.

nice place...we were there during spring break a lot of college age kids...but some older couples... music was mixed of course a lot of salsa music mixed with contemporary dance music.

The address for Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Resort is: Dominican Republic, Puerto Plata, Cofresi Beach #1, or for mail Dominican Republic, Puerto Plata PO Box 608

You'll find it here - http://www.cofresipalmresort.com/

Call Cheap Carribbean by phone they should be able to give you the exact address. Either that or have your husband print out a copy of the resort info from Cheap Carribbean.com and attach it to his leave form. This should suffice. I am retired military so I understand the process he has to go through very well. Enjoy your vacation.

PO Box 608 57000Confresi Beach Puerto Plata DR

Yes

Lifestyle Tropical Beach Resort & Spa, Cofresi Beach, PO Box 608 Puerto Plata Dominican Republic, Caribbean Phone +809 970 77 77

Every morning they wait for you and hound you to buy into the place and we were told it does not stop there after you buy they hound you to upgrade DON'T DO IT even the owner I spoke with are not thrilled

They try to sell you either a 40 yr plan or a block of weeks

They try to convince to you that you should become a member. But as long as you tell them that you can not afford it they stop bothering you about it.

they try to make you buy time share you just let them know your not going to buy and they go away and then you canenjoy your trip

The Lifestyle Holiday Vacation Club is a timeshare. Guests are not required to participate in the presentations.

A vacation membership is nothing but a time share option that they push to the guests through what they call "your sponsor" or "assistant". They can be very aggressive with the sales pitch at times to the point of frustrating you, just give the person a ten dollar bill and tell them to leave you alone the rest of your vacation. Understand that the economy situation is pretty rough for the locals, they are very humble and trying to make a living.

Please read my review below, a "membership" is a timeshare. If you book thru Cheap Caribbean, you are NOT a VIP Member. The reason why the trip is so cheap is to get you to buy a timeshare there. ONce you do, you get to have better everything. I could write a 100 page book about this resort. I read many reviews on trip advisor before we went, but the reviews are so mixed, it was hard to tell what to believe. I will tell you that this resort is not ran like other all-incusive resorts. Other resorts you just show up and have fun. Here we spent the first 2 days understanding the sytems they have in place. We booked with Cheap Caribbean, and stayed for a week, and we were bored by day 4. Don't stay longer than 5 days, there is not that much to do and the resort is small. Yes, you can access the Confresi resort, but that is small too. Also, the water is NOT BLUE like in the photos. It looks like regular ocean water. You cannot snorkel unless you book an excursion. You can use a mask, but water is so cloudy you cant see anything. Also there are big huge rocks under the water, I saw several people cut their feet. Also, the beach is not cleaned or combed. There is seaweed and junk everywhere. Also the beach is public, so there are pushy local vendor huts on the actual beach that bug you constantly. The vendor huts also are not in the resorts photos, wonder why.. Definitely pay for the airport transfers with Olympus Tours, it's well worth it, otherwise who knows where you'd end up. Make sure to bring about $200 in singles, because you have to tip everyone to get service at bars, airport, etc., otherwise they ignore you. The drinks are very good, not watered down at all. The pools are beautiful. The grounds are well kept and clean. Make sure you get a room in building 5 or 6. The older the building, the lower the number - building 1 is terribly old and beat up, and very noisy by the pool. As the room numbers go up, the quality of the room goes up. Buildings 1-4 have creepy bathroom windows that people walking by can see into!! Also, the maids are very nice. They take your room towels away at 10 am and dont return them until 4 pm. So yu have no towels all day long. Bring your own towel from home to avoid this issue. Now about the food - it is misrepresentated by Cheap Caribbean. If you book thru Cheap Caribbean, you will be forced to eat every single meal at the buffets. You are only allowed 2 dinners per week stay at one of the restaurants, and you have to present your paper voucher at the given restaurant when you arrive. We were allowed to eat once at Bellini (Italian like Olive Garden) and once at Blue Lagoon (Like Red Lobster). Dont let the website trick you into thinking you can eat at all these places, it a lie. You can however go beg the guest services desk for an extra meal out at the restuants, any they put you on a waiting list, but slim chance you will get it. o I hope you like crowded buffets. Also, the only time the food is good in the buffets is when it first opens. After that it is all gross and cold and touched by people not using tongs. Then there is the class system- Cheap Caribbean and other "poor people" guests wear a yellow wristband 24 hours a day. This wristband restricts your access to the restaurants, and VIP areas are off limits. The rich people get gold,red or blue wristbands, allowing them access to golf carts, special areas, better rooms, better food, VIP areas, and top shelf booze. Cheap Caribbean also "gives you a little taste" of the VIP life by letting you go to the VIP Beach area. This is the area with beds on the beach, and the only place we could get top shelf liquor. They give you a taste of this good life, then make you wonder how much better the good life is, then the Men In White Shirts start in on you. They hound you until you go on their "tour". We just got it over with the first day, and after that they just leave you alone. So just go get it over with, we told them we were broke and they let us leave after 40 minutes. Really the whole reason why the trip is so cheap is because this is a timeshare place. They want to sell you a timeshare. Don' t leave the resort unless on a guided excursion - you will see why on the van ride from the airport. Also, do not lose your blue POOL only towel, as the resort will charge you $20 for a new one, they watch over towels by making yiou use a "towel card" to check your pool towels in and out. The entertainment was ok. A few good shows- like on a cruise ship. Also, DO NOT DRINK THE FRUIT JUICE USED IN mixed drinks like the Yellowbird, the Pina Colada, etc. It will make you very ill because it is UNPASTURIZED. The ice and fountain drinks are fine because it is purified water. But the juices make me very ill. I spent the last 2 days of the trip vomiting and severe pain and diarreea. I wouldve went to the ER if in America, but the hospital in Puerta Plata was so scary looking, I'd rather die in the hotel room then go there. I am now on antibiotics for the bacterial infection I got there. Also, it rains there every single day, bring a hat or poncho. Also, the Sunday party is AWESOME!! Great food and entertainment, don't miss it. All in all you get what you pay for. If you just want to go sit on a beach/at a pool and get drunk and eat at buffets, then this is the trip for you. If you want good food, good service and relaxation then go somewhere else, or pay the upcharges to be a VIP. If we could do this trip over again, we'd have paid more for a better time - and I wouldnt have drank the fruit juice.

4 rooms 4213 ---4223 great view

Building # 5 and # 6 are the closes to the beach. There is a pool outside # 5 and # 6. There are 3 floors in # 5. I would recommend the 3rd floor with the balcony. Please note, there are no elevators.

if you cant walk alots of stairs this is not the place for you ther lots of stairs and hill

Buildings can be requested, however, they are unable to be guaranteed as they are based on availability upon check in at the resort.

Building 5 and 6 are the best if you prefer a more quiet building. We requested building 5 and they honored our request. We were quite happy.

We stayed in building 4 at the Tropical and I would not do that again. All of the buildings at the Tropical seemed to be roughly the same. Our bathroom was very small with low water pressure and inconsistent hot water. Get a room on an upper level floor to be able to take in the views from the balcony. Building 5 is closer to the water.

Buildings 1,2,3 are the oldest and most run down. Building 4 is better. Buildings 5 and 6 are the newest and best. The higher the building number, the better the quality. Also, buildings 5 and 6 are the quiet ones, stay away from building 1 beacuse screaming drunk people all night long by the bar there. Also buildings 1-4 have strange frosted glass bathroom withdows that people can kind of see into when they walk by. Buildings 5 and 6 have no windows in the bathrooms, which is better.

I think their standard rooms are the most convenient. The higher priced rooms are far from everything you need a golf cart to get to places. Save the money and get the standard room.

VIP members and above (I think they are called Shareholders or something like that) can go to Serenity Beach. This is the best beach at the resort, but get there before 10am to find a spot.

It is open to all guests, but dont expect too much, that beach is just a part of the whole beach that runs the length of the resort. It's no big deal.

Yes only for time share and time share ONLY and not worth it.

Yes it is ! For members only

members only, and not a timeshare but travel club

Yes, I believe it is. We did not feel in any way like we were missing out by not having access to this beach. Access to the VIP and all the other beaches are beautiful also.

The cost for children under age 15 varies depending on how many adults are staying in the room as well as your travel dates.

Unlimited bottled water is not included in the all inclusive package. The bottled water does vary depending on their current water supplier.

yes bottled water is included, don't know where it was produced.

Yes bottled water is included, I didnt check where the water was bottled. Our room had a refrigerator that was refilled everyday with bottled water and Beer. I had my daughter with me and we did not have any issues with the food or water.

yes bottled water is included

Yes it is. It is bottled on the island using Osmosis. It is pure.

All drinks are included. Unlimited bottled water in the room. I don't know where produced. I think is local.

Taxi service is not 100% regulated in Puerto Plata, therefore there is not a specific pricing for the ride from the airport to Lifestyle Tropical, and the pricing can vary depending on the taxi service used. The resort does not provide a shuttle from the airport, however when booking your vacation package with CheapCaribbean.com you can add on round-trip transfer services for an additional cost.

Ask your travel agent at the resort...they can get a ride for you otherwise you can walk out to the road and dicker...not so safe tho...

i suggest to book a shuttle through the website because they have great deals. If you try to catch a cab outside they will charge a lot of $$

Taxi there is negotiable about $50 is OK. No shuttle from resort.

$45-50.00 each way.

yes there are shuttles from the airport. But I believe you must pre book it. I would not take a taxi anywhere in Puerto Plata

The cheapest option is a group bus. The taxis are too expensive.

Make sure you get this included in your travel package. If not, the transportation is very expensive.

Provided by CheapCaribbean

Told it was $50 for a taxi. Shuttle goes to several resorts if you want in/out pay the extra money otherwise go for a ride with a transfer.

I really appreciated the option Cheap Caribbean provides to add a shuttle to your package. It seemed like the safest option, and the service was prompt.

Thy provide a shuttle. I wouldn't travel any other way

Arranging your transportation in advance is highly recommended! A shared or private transfer is available. This must be done no later than 48 hour prior to arrival. Taxis are available but may not be metered. The Olympus representative will help you make the best of your vacation and will assist you by providing helpful information about the hotel, surrounding areas, local customs and more. They can also reserve optional tours and return airport transfers.