Love this video! Thank you James

Yay im so happy your doing Punta Cunta vacations. I watched all your Vegas Vlogs you gave me some great tips so im glad to see you here!!!

Love your videos I went to the Royalton years ago in the DR your video was the perfect flashback!

Your neighbors staring at you 🤣🤣LOVE your videos from PC😍

I am really enjoying your breakdowns of the resorts. As a new vacation traveller your information is invaluable. Thank you for doing it right and unsponsored!

Finally someone who want to party hehe glad you had fun at the republica one, sounds awesome

Thank you so much for this video I’m planning on going in July 22 and really needed updated honest comments on each all inclusive hotels 😊😊

Very useful and helpful information. Thank you so much for sharing.

Excellent reviews. Love your vivid descriptions. My wife is from Higuey and we have a place there but take a few days at hotels every so often. Great work here!

thanks so much for this review! planning a bachorlette for my best friend! this helped a lot

Great content, I like the way you give detailed insight!! Sigue pa lante ➡️

This is was a great no bs review ! I been to punta cana several times and never been to the excellence or republica . As a single gal nice to see a review focus on the social aspect .

I knew you loved Riu, but number 1 shocked me. I can’t wait to visit 💃🏽

A group of us booked RIU for end of March. Looking forward to it. Thank you for your insight.

We're staying at the RIU REPUBLICA in April & because of your videos, so thank you so much.

This was so helpful. I’ve been binge watching a couple of your videos so thank you. Quick question the property for secrets, I didn’t see any clips of the beach. Did it look fairly nice ?

Thanks so much for the tips Coolist :) my younger brother and I are looking to go to Punta Cana in April :)

Thank you, thank you, thank you for ranking the Punta Cana hotels including the pros and cons. I am going to start monitoring the prices for Secrets, Majestic Mirage and Majestic Excellence. I can't wait to visit one of those. Excellent content as always.

Been to so many resorts too.... I rarely go to a resort twice but Riu Republica is one that I have had the most fun at, have been to twice and hope to get back soon. I was last there 2.5 years ago and I'm 50.... great time, I think the age range varies a little more but yes on the younger side. Food was ok... on the lower end. The staff is amazing, I can't wait until they have their parties back.

Thankyou for this review! Myself and my boyfriend are going to the Riu Republica in June and we are so excited!! Xx

Going to riu republica because of these videos!

This channel is so underrated !

Really enjoyed this insight - You gained a new subscriber ! What do you think about the Majestic Colonial?

Our group stayed at majestic and had a absolutely great time! Totally recommend going there! Treat u like family beautiful beach, 1 day of seaweed and wasn’t really bad at all compared to what we’ve experienced in Mexico.

Thanks for your reviews. I've watched couple of your video and like your style. I need your help! I know you mentioned the food was average at the Royalton and that's okay but did you feel it was safe. We are thinking of booking there as a family and recent reviews some people have said they have gotten sick to their stomach. Any thoughts if this was just not being careful with drinking the water or do you guess food was the culpit? Really like what the resort has to offer for a family just concerned about people reporting they have gotten ill.

Enjoyed your videos I’m not a beach girl more a Vegas girl but it did open my eyes love the all inclusive!!!

Omg yesss!! I booked Riu Republica for March, I’m glad to see it was your favorite. Now I’m excited 🥳

Very useful Thank you.

Love this guy. We choose Majestic Elegance because of him. Just got back from Elegance and what an amazing hotel. Everything he said is spot on. It’s got a vibe and it’s such a beautiful resort. A mix of couples, families and groups. The pools, lobby, restaurants, entertainment and night club were all fun. A little dated in places but you soon get over that. So fantastic. Can’t wait to go back.

Awesome videos! I have to say tho, i am shocked BREATHLESS hotel was not apart of your best top 8! It was amazing there💃🏽

This is the best travel channel going. Such a great job with the reviews. Did 2 weeks at Republica. You do it for the party atmosphere and survive on the jerk chicken BBQ on the beach but in terms of value really hard to argue with your choices.

This was a great video! Thank you. I've stayed at Majestic Elegance 4x's & Majestic Mirage once, and u are absolutely correct. We were bored & in bed by 930pm every night @ Mirage, Except for our last night when we met the best group of ppl & had a great time! Wish we would've met them on the 1st night. The beach at both Elegance & Mirage have been terrible no matter what time of yr I've stayed. It wasn't like that the 1st time, 5-6 yrs ago. We are now booked for Secrets Cap Cana in 6 wks. I cannot wait! The beaches look awesome there & I'm excited for a change.

im so excited going to Riu republica in march loved your recommendation video appreciate you buddy!

Have been looking a lot for a hotel in Punta Cana for late April this year for me and my wife. This video helped me a lot. I took yoyr advice and booked Riu Republica for amazing price. Almost half the price of the hotels I had been looking at. Looking forward for my first time in Punta Cana. Greetings from Iceland 🇮🇸

Love Secrets! Been going for 20 years, always solo. Cap Cana was one of my very favorite ever( private concierge) Love the premium everything.

Thank you for this!! Now I won’t feel so bad if I have to travel solo. You looked like you had a great time! Btw, what’s the best site to Book hotels?

Hey James. Great video. Do you book directly with the hotels or do you book through a 3rd party site like Expedia?

Hey great video. Can you please suggest best all inclusive resort for family?? And how its in the month of march(end)

I have loved all of these Punt Cana videoes. I wish I could book James for a personal consultation! 😆 I have learned that my stress level for FOMO is pretty high. My wife and I do not get to travel much. She is from Canada and I am from Maine where we live now, so most of our travel budget has gone to visiting her family. The last time the two of us have been away together for more than two nights in a row was our honeymoon...in 2003! To say it is long overdue is an understatement. Next year is a big year for us. It will be our 20th anniversary, my wife turns 50 (she is a cougar as I am 2 years younger), and our oldest son graduates high school. We are looking to go to the DR in February or March for 6 nights, just the two of us. Because we never get this opportunity, I want it to be perfect. I am trying to find a resort that checks off the most boxes and is well rounded. It doesn't necessarily need to be the best in any one category...rather that they can be above average in most categories. Maybe some of your followers can help us decide where to go. I think our days of hard partying are over, so Riu Republica may not be the best fit. I like the idea of Secrets, but worry it might not offer quite enough for us...we don't want to just gaze adoringly in each others eyes the whole time, we would like to mix in a little fun as well. We also like to people watch. So I kind of think Hard Rock is the safe play for us, as that seems to have the most options. We want decent food but don't need ultra fancy. Good drinks but we are not heavy drinkers, so all we would care about is a nice margarita, pina colada, sangria, and bonus if they do a decent mudslide. Nice beach mostly for lounging and view (needs turquoise water), good pools (bonus with a lazy river), and offers excursions for swimming with dolphins and ziplining (obviously extra most places). The other resort that has peaked our interest not covered by James is Margaritaville Island Reserve in Cap Cana. The resort and rooms look absolutely gorgeous. Plus we used to go to Jimmy Buffett shows in our younger days, so I think the atmosphere would be right up our alley. But it just opened in November, and so far it sounds like the food there is hit or miss as they work out the kinks. The beach looks unimpressive as well...borderline disappointing. I am really bummed about that. Maybe James can check this one out on his next trip. 🤞 Sorry for the long post. Just hoping some of you more experienced DR travelers can help us find the perfect resort for us next year, as who knows if/when we will ever get the chance to go back. Thanks for your help!

Thanks for some great advice. We have just arrived back from the Rui Republica on the 2nd September 2022. Had a great time. All you said was very helpful. Staff, food, live entertainment and Pacha night club fantastic & oh not forgetting the themed parties eg: Neon. We tipped as you said and was much appreciated. Great review Thanks. PS Any advice for a hotel in Jamaica. 🥰

I just like got back from the Royalton Chic in Punta Cana and I loved it!!!!!!!

Been to the riu just before the pandemic on february 2020 and I have to admit that the pink party at the riu bamboo ( included as well with the round trip in school bus) was a real highlight… i was 38 at the time and it was a tremendous throwback in time ! i was 18 again 🤟🏻 From Montreal, Canada 🇨🇦

Always interesting to hear hotel rankings. You made lots of good points but it is clear that you want more of a party type AI experience. For us we want the best beach/lounge chairs with a great beach bar and beach restaurant...of course at a great price Ha Ha, but you generally do get what you pay for.

I agree 💯percent about Bahia Principe!!!! I was totally underwhelmed. My original reservation at Royalton CHIC had to be canceled because the property hadn’t reopened yet. I was bummed bcuz it was my birthday weekend😫 The food was 3 thumbs down

Hey! Just came across your channel and I really appreciate your take on things. Going to DR In early March. We are booked at the Ocean El Faro, I don’t think you reviewed there. Any thoughts? Cheers

Hey man! Just booked Secrets Royal Beach for 11 days! Havent gone preffered club as it was an extra £1150 per person. Hoping it doesnt effect the holiday too much. Very excited though!

thanks my man!

What y’all think about Blue ocean and sand ? Good video 💯

Good video. With you being a solo traveler, did you have any trouble getting a table at any of the restaurants?

Riu República is awesome 😎 Can’t wait to go back

We stayed at Finest Resort in Punta Cana. New hotel last October. It was quiet but the best service we ever had.

Thank you!

I Love your chanel, it because of you that i stay at riu republica a couple of weeks ago and i have so much fun with my mommy. But i recomend you ti go go Bayahibe, is the best Beach of República Dominicana

Go to the Hyatt Zilara/Ziva Cap Cana next! 🤩🙏🏼

I literally followed all of your videos before I booked my DR trip. RIU for the win! thanks buddy I love the videos

Hi love your content. Where would you place Royalton Bavaro. I thought you visited that property on this trip aswell? Thanks in advance!

Curious if you’ve heard of or considered going to Lopesan Costa Bavaro resort? I’ve been to RIU republica and I agreed with you on all fronts, amazing resort. Booked Lopesan for April of this year and wondering if I should’ve went back to RIU instead

I'm stuck between Riu and Hard Rock....ughhh but Riu might be it as it is more affordable. My friend is at Hard Rock Now she has won 17k usd at the Casino.

My gold watching your vid was to find out a resort like Riu republica in Punta Cana, I’ve been there 3 times within 24 months and I’m looking for new expériences in the same kind of hotel in PC. Chances are I’ll end up at Riu again :) thanks !

The beaches in Punta Cana can get really strong waves with rocky areas in the ocean so the resort pool is really important.

Watched this we went to Royalton Bravo. Great choice if your a upper level Marriot bonvoy member...they upgraded us to swim out room diamond club ...Incredible! Only complaint food was mediocre and some staff was rude as the reviews confirmed 👌! Lotta restaurants. Sparkling clear bch water. Overall Royalton Bravo was very classy. I would suggest definitely.

Great breakdown and ranking. I enjoyed watching it.

You need to stay at the Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana... my favorite!

Great , Great video...thank you for your feedback..

I just went to Hyatt ziva cap Cana last week loved it

I went to Riu republica last October with my girlfriend and some friends. This was the best vacation I’ve been on so far in my life. The pool bar was always the liveliest and everyday was a joy. Even in the late hours the snack bar was always full of energy. I’d go nowhere else in Punta Cana. 15/10 recommended

Hi, how do you think about Bahia Principe Luxury Bouganville in La Romana? Seaweed is less in la romana than punta cana in April? Thanks

Riu is the best I loved it!!!

SPOT ON! I have been to Majestic Mirage, Elegance, Riu Republica and Royalton, and I would agree with you on all fronts. I constantly try inform friends of the Riu Republica, even if you want a good mix of crazy, cool or chill, this is the one, there are the, "quiet pools", which you can go sequester yourself into as well. I loved the "boujie" factor of MMirage, but the Elegance has it beat for total value. Great video!!!

Going to riu republica for a bachelor party can't wait

Awesome video! Any suggestions in Punta Cana for a girls trip for a group in their 30's?

Can you do some new hotels/ new rooms in Vegas? MGM Skyloft for example. Also, Luxor, Flamingo, Trop!!!

Hard rock, elite 👍

When did you go to Riu Republica? And does anyone know if the Riu Pool Parties are back in full swing?

Yessss Riu Republic the best party, the best food and nice beach! The room is not 5 ⭐️but really it’s the best hotel! I was there July 23 2021 , I will comeback in April 2022 Jjj pool party 🙌🙌🍹🔥😎

All of your videos on D.R. are great and pretty much spot on. May I suggest reviewing all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica. In my opinion they blow D.R. away when it comes to service and natural beauty like their beaches. Every one I've ever spoken to who has visited both islands multiple times agree.

Curious that you don't mention any of the Excellence chain? Excellence Punta Cana, Excellence El carmen, and Finest Punta Cana. I've stayed at many of these and their properties outside of DR. You may want to check them out.

I’m wondering why you didn’t visit and review the Barcelo Bavaro Palace - it’s a huge resort, beautiful, but with poor club premium reception service.

Any word on the haytt Ziva would love to hear a review

Hey! I want to book at RIU but I keep seeing WIFI being a big issue. Did you (or anyone else) experience these issues?

Would you choose RIU republica over RIU palace Macao? Trying to make the best decision

Hi please, wich one did you trie in Dreams resorts because there's at least 4 there. Thank you

Booked Riu Republica after watching your can't wait!

Great video💫Thank you for sharing this information...

I went to the majestic elegance for my honeymoon. In a few weeks I’ll be headed to Secrets with my husband.

have you ever tryed breathless punta cana i am going in july for a bachelor party

RIU Republica went crazy with prizes recently. It was like 450 bucks a day recently, well, for the close dates, but still...

The food was good here!the resort was nice and the service was great!don’t understand why you said the food wasnt!17 restaurants here

Stay at the emerald suites in vegas next

Are Majestic Elegance & Colonial part of the same property/resort? I know Mirage is more sectioned off as their own place, but what distinguishes the other two.

Is food and drinks include in all these resorts? I apologize as I may have missed this in your videos

what islans had the best palm tree laden beaches in the Caribbean? i'm leaning towards punta cana for the prices and bavaro beach. but i also considered pink sands bahamas and jamaica. maybe even saint lucia? anyone have a rec?

Curious why you don’t visit Iberostar Grand in Punta Cana and it seems better than any hotels on your recent trip Great videos, by the way. We very much enjoy them!

Please do cruises reviews.

Have you ever been to breathless? Can you do a review of this please

Dope

Love your videos great job I see you stayed at Royalton Bavaro as well how did that rank? The pull for that one is the lazy River lol What would you suggest now haven’t been away for a while you’ve got me thinking Riu Republica vs Royalton Bavaro The sad thing is the Bahia principe has the best theme song ever it really gets you amped up before you leave

Will you be visiting temptations punta cana oct 1st opening week ?

Please do a more in depth video on Riu Republica - I see many of us are considering it but we still have some unanswered questions. Cheers!

How would you rate Breathless Punta Cana? Bahia amber or Breathless. RIU is sold out the week we are going.