bwfcfan5 Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Looks like Caribbean is out for May unless we do Jamaica and I've been warned off Might have to be Mexico or South Florida They're all starting to look the same now Jamaica is great. Not sure why you've been warned off, but I've been a few times and had no issue at all. Depends what you want to do. If you want to roam all over outside of trips then Jamaica is probably not the best bet in the world, but far from impossible. Mexico is good for free roaming but in the touristy areas it is a fair drive to anywhere. Barbados is good if you're loaded or want to watch people who are. Depends what you want, if you're after a luxury resort with a few trips then Jamaica is great, as pretty much is anywhere in the caribbean. If you want decent food avoid Cuba, but Havana is absolutely amazing if you want that sort of thing. If you want cheap go Dominican Republic. If you want a balance of cheap with some decent quality food and drink go to Jamaica. If you want luxury and more go Barbados. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Zico Posted March 31, 2015 Moderators Share Posted March 31, 2015 Who you flying with? Is that return? Tokyo is on my list Air France from Manchester via Charles De Gaulle 2.5 hours wait in Paris on way, 6 hours on way back apparently they were the last 2 seats available on the way out, and 2 of 3 left on the way back, or something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules_darby Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Jamaica is great. Not sure why you've been warned off, but I've been a few times and had no issue at all. Depends what you want to do. If you want to roam all over outside of trips then Jamaica is probably not the best bet in the world, but far from impossible. Mexico is good for free roaming but in the touristy areas it is a fair drive to anywhere. Barbados is good if you're loaded or want to watch people who are. Depends what you want, if you're after a luxury resort with a few trips then Jamaica is great, as pretty much is anywhere in the caribbean. If you want decent food avoid Cuba, but Havana is absolutely amazing if you want that sort of thing. If you want cheap go Dominican Republic. If you want a balance of cheap with some decent quality food and drink go to Jamaica. If you want luxury and more go Barbados. A friend in the travel industry just said you get a lot more bang for your buck in Mexico We just want sun and relaxation for 2 people. Had a look at The Jamaica Inn which looks nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigtoe Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Yeah Puerto Pollensa is great. Seems a shame doing an All Inclusive though. Spidey..can you not do another hour and go to Greece. Just give them some horse tranquilsers for the journey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no balls Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 If you just want to chill out in the sun Mexico on a charter flight sounds a bit of a trek if you don't mind me saying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blondi Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Has anybody ever been to Parga in Greece? Surprisingly, I've never been anywhere in Greece, or any of the Greek Islands, but this place Parga has been recommended to me a couple of times now and it looks really nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules_darby Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 If you just want to chill out in the sun Mexico on a charter flight sounds a bit of a trek if you don't mind me saying. OK here's the rationale There's a good possibility that his could be our last chance at long-haul for a little while We went East last year to Thailand so want to go the other way We've done US West coast and Hawaii Which pretty much leaves Mexico, Florida (we aren't gonna do amusement parks so we guess South?) or the Caribbean I'm more than happy to be educated with other options though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seasoned Traveller Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 I'm not loaded and I go to Barbados. Don't talk shite 4 beers for 4 quid, 1.75 litres of Mount Gay Rum £13 quid, food cheap as chips, unless you're eating at The Cliff. What a load of site, you been son?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no balls Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 OK here's the rationale There's a good possibility that his could be our last chance at long-haul for a little while We went East last year to Thailand so want to go the other way We've done US West coast and Hawaii Which pretty much leaves Mexico, Florida (we aren't gonna do amusement parks so we guess South?) or the Caribbean I'm more than happy to be educated with other options though I'd say the other side of Florida or the Keys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 I'd say the other side of Florida or the Keys. Love the west coast of Florida Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwfcfan5 Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 A friend in the travel industry just said you get a lot more bang for your buck in Mexico We just want sun and relaxation for 2 people. Had a look at The Jamaica Inn which looks nice My experience if you want sun and relaxation mainly then Jamaica is better value than Mexico. Just from personal experience, things may change. Find the food better in Jamaica too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules_darby Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 My experience if you want sun and relaxation mainly then Jamaica is better value than Mexico. Just from personal experience, things may change. Find the food better in Jamaica too.Do you know what Ocho Rios is like as a place? Ta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter victor meldrew Posted March 31, 2015 Site Supporter Share Posted March 31, 2015 OK here's the rationale There's a good possibility that his could be our last chance at long-haul for a little while We went East last year to Thailand so want to go the other way We've done US West coast and Hawaii Which pretty much leaves Mexico, Florida (we aren't gonna do amusement parks so we guess South?) or the Caribbean I'm more than happy to be educated with other options though are you pregnant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big E Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 are you pregnant No he is just fat and bald Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiley Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 I'm not loaded and I go to Barbados. Don't talk shite 4 beers for 4 quid, 1.75 litres of Mount Gay Rum £13 quid, food cheap as chips, unless you're eating at The Cliff. What a load of site, you been son?? Even I can afford The Cliff. And I'm many, many pounds behind the JDs. My next big hol will be a trip around Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans and down to the Keys via Sarasota or Sanibel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter Biggish Dave Posted March 31, 2015 Site Supporter Share Posted March 31, 2015 Even I can afford The Cliff. And I'm many, many pounds behind the JDs. My next big hol will be a trip around Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans and down to the Keys via Sarasota or Sanibel. Fine choice Sir, loved Nashville in particular but all 3 were top. Didn't get down to the Keys though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birch-chorley Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Do you know what Ocho Rios is like as a place? Ta Ocho rios is nice but I would recommend Negril I've been to Jamaica twice and loved it, gone well off the beaten track too and had no issues I said pull yourself together as I assumed you had been warned off Jamaica as many wrongly believe that it's a dangerous place outside of the hotel compounds. Maybe in Kingston but not the rest in my experience If money is no option then look at Barbados or some of the even more exotic smaller Islands I didn't rate Mexico, thieves to a man that lot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no balls Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Has anybody ever been to Parga in Greece? Surprisingly, I've never been anywhere in Greece, or any of the Greek Islands, but this place Parga has been recommended to me a couple of times now and it looks really nice. Not for years, as in nearly 20 but I recall it was unspoilt & tranquil. Hopefully it's still that way if that's what you're looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traf Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 There are some really nice places south of Cancun. Tried Cozumel; great diving but lots of skanky Yanks and Canadians I'm currently an hour or so drive South of Cancun and half an hour South of Playa del Carmen, near Tulum. I like it, but I'm easily pleased considering I'm rumoured to like shitholes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules_darby Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Ocho rios is nice but I would recommend Negril I've been to Jamaica twice and loved it, gone well off the beaten track too and had no issues I said pull yourself together as I assumed you had been warned off Jamaica as many wrongly believe that it's a dangerous place outside of the hotel compounds. Maybe in Kingston but not the rest in my experience If money is no option then look at Barbados or some of the even more exotic smaller Islands I didn't rate Mexico, thieves to a man that lot Nah it was nothing to do with that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwfcfan5 Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 (edited) Nah it was nothing to do with thatAs above id recommend Negril, superb beaches. Edited April 1, 2015 by bwfcfan5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olispence Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 I would certainly reccomend the Greek island of Mykonos if you want a bit of luxurious summer sun.. If you want quiet you can have it and if you want to go out every night you can also do it. Some top DJs when I was out there last summer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonk Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Aruba. But you have to fly from Gatwick, on a Tuesday. Or Via KLM every day, but going in the opposite direction to Amsterdam first. It's still worth it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaydan Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 We did Majorca as well when ours were little. I'd recommend Puerto Pollensa or Cala D'or. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traf Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 I would certainly reccomend the Greek island of Mykonos if you want a bit of luxurious summer sun.. If you want quiet you can have it and if you want to go out every night you can also do it. Some top DJs when I was out there last summer Pack a jumper, though, or a tank top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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