Why ROR?

Misha Earle · June 18, 2008

Since I came on this board I've realised that RIU Ocho Rios is extremely popular. Why is this? Meaning there are other more popular resort areas and many ,many resorts. I'm just curious. Those of you who have already got married there and those who are going to: Why did you choose ROR?

Ericka7885 · June 18, 2008

I personally felt that the RIU chain offers the best value for your money. The Sandals resorts looked nice, but seemed very pricey! I also liked the wedding packages and options available at the RIU. I originally was looking at RIu Negril, however after some research, I found that Ocho Rios seems to have more activities and excursions available for our guests. Also Negril doesn't offer the free wedding package. After looking on here and seeing all of the photos and great reviews I was sold on ROR. I figured it was better to go with a place that most people seemed pleased with. For our honeymoon we are going to Couples Negril, so we will get to see both sides of the island1

Misha Earle · June 18, 2008

OOps I just realised the minute I posted this that there was another thread wth a similiar question! Sorry!

Misha Earle · June 18, 2008

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Originally Posted by Ericka7885

For our honeymoon we are going to Couples Negril, so we will get to see both sides of the island1

Hey Ericka,
Thanks for the response.....it all makes sense. Im glad too that you'll get to Negril!

Birdie07 · June 18, 2008

I chose ROR b/c I had parents coming that are divorced and didn't want a couples only resort where they would feel uncomfortable. ROR was more fun had more excursions and cheaper for our budget. My DH is a student and didn't have tons of money to throw around for a wedding. It was a perfect fit!

starryeyedbride2b · June 19, 2008

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Originally Posted by Ericka7885

I personally felt that the RIU chain offers the best value for your money. The Sandals resorts looked nice, but seemed very pricey! I also liked the wedding packages and options available at the RIU. I originally was looking at RIu Negril, however after some research, I found that Ocho Rios seems to have more activities and excursions available for our guests. Also Negril doesn't offer the free wedding package. After looking on here and seeing all of the photos and great reviews I was sold on ROR. I figured it was better to go with a place that most people seemed pleased with. For our honeymoon we are going to Couples Negril, so we will get to see both sides of the island1

I chose ROR for almost the same reasons. We stayed at the Riu Negril once before, but I wanted to get to another part of the island.