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13 Σεπτέμβριος 2024
We had a beautiful anniversary visit. September is a great time to go. It’s hot and humid but not busy at all. We were the only people on all of our excursions - it’s like having a private boat! Jungle biking is fun - it’s more about local history and plants than hard biking, which is fine with me. You could hang onto the bikes and do more difficult trails if you wanted though. We learned a lot from Hank and got to try fruits right off the tree. Next time we will do more hiking in the jungle, we ran out of time this visit. The snorkeling is pretty good, not the healthiest or most abundant reef, but entertaining for an hour or so. Husband said the diving is much better. He had a great time going out in the boat with Xavier and Tory. Our room was absolutely amazing - as return visitors, celebrating an anniversary and there off-season, the resort gave us an upgrade to a moon suite. The infinity pool is heaven - and necessary after climbing all the steps in high humidity (there is a shuttle, but we prefer the exercise) I had a very nice spa visit with Soraya. Note that there is a spa location at Jade. I ended up in the beach location and had to get a quick shuttle back up the hill. After all the hype about the food, we were a bit disappointed. It was all pretty mediocre. The fish is all reef fish that’s very dense and dry. Chicken tended to be dry, overcooked. Beef is always iffy outside the US. The best dishes were actually vegetarian and shrimp. To be fair, I think it being slow season, the usual chef was away. It’s too bad they don’t have backup to keep the quality high in those times. We did have a favorite server, Vanessa who kept us laughing and having fun. And the bartenders are great - definitely go to Melvyn’s rum tasting. He knows his stuff. We tried even more rums in the Jade bar with Bentley and Parker, who threw in some good education on the history of rum in the region. My biggest tips: hang at anse mamin beach - less people, good food, quiet beach. And be prepared for the transfers - take snacks and Dramamine for the car ride. It’s a pretty drive but winding and bumpy. Better yet, spring for the heli! Third, it would be worth checking that the main chef will be in residence during your stay.
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