The only way to describe this resort is it is like taking a huge Vegas resort and putting it on an amazing beach in the Caribbean. And making it all inclusive. How does it get any better? I wasn't sure how I would feel about such a massive resort but it was quite enjoyable. It is nice to have so many options for dining, activities, lounging and wandering. 

The rooms are very spacious especially the bathrooms and shower. Wi-fi in the rooms is excellent and for someone who works while traveling, I love being able to call to the US for free. We were located at the end of building 1 so we were equi-distant to the beach and the boulevard. We never used the trams as we found the walks very enjoyable. So many cool bugs and critters along the way. Stop by the man-made river and you can often spot cute little baby turtles!

Our favorite restaurants were Ipanema and Zen. Toro was very good as well. What we really liked at Toro was the lights were really bright and you could see how drunk some people really were :-) The creperie was great for a sweet snack as well. And being big coffee drinkers, we loved the coffee machines everywhere! The buffets are exactly what you would expect from them. Overall, for such a huge place, I thought the food was well prepared and had a huge variety which is great if you are with a big group. 

We encountered great service everywhere. For people who complain that the employees don't speak English, it's most likely due to the fact that you are in another country. Stop making Americans look bad with these comments, it's so ignorant. Try learning their language crazy as it sounds! When you do speak Spanish to them, their faces light up! 

The spa was huge and had great amenities but my only complaint is that it is so huge, they round everyone up according to times (5'oclock appointments here!) and then call your name out like it is the 1st day of school and they are taking attendance. They then herd you to the common area and it is very impersonal for what you are paying. That would be my only complaint though. 

The beach is one of the most beautiful I have been to in the Caribbean. Powder soft sand and they were cleaned of seaweed throughout the day. I would return to this resort in a heartbeat. I especially recommend it for groups.