Hola , just came back from nh Krystal sept.19/2009 . Second time this yeat and 9 times since they opened in 2001 .Stayed in Emperador side with junior suites . One side was open only .Excellent service at reception desk and bus boy took us to our room , block 37 , second floor .10 friends shared the same floor .First morning the water pressure was low but great the rest of the week . The staff was really helpful , as usual , and Adonis , and Ana were a great help . Animation team with Luis as leader and m.c. were at their best . Shows every night with super dancers . Food was pretty good for low season . Had reserved specialty restaurants every night , even v.i.p. ( men wear long pants in v.i.p.).Exchange was = $100.00 Cdn, you get 80 convertable pesos .There is a bank at the airport and at the complex . Beach is clean and the best anywhere . A few jelly fish this time but very rare usually . Bring vinegar which takes away the sting and musquito repellent in case you get any . No rain all week except one night . There is a 24 hour bar in the main lobby . Ther is a KIDS room with someone to keep them occupied .Beach boys will reserve your chair if you ask them a day before . Snorkeling,banana boat,beach volleyball,paddle boat,aqua gym,arobic classes,a gym , para gliding , pool games , latin and salsa lessons , game room etc. All available . Beach towels are available but if you lose one , 25 pesos . Also a safety deposit box is in your room . Must see , bottle juggler Wilbur , at the cigar lounge . He’s amazing . Cubans are amazing people , talk to them . The complex is safe . No locals live on the island and there is lots of security . You can have a romantic dinner on the beach for 25 pesos . They serve lobster and beef and other good stuff . Reserve at the service office in the main lobby .Don’t forget the 25 pesos each for departing tax at the airport . The buffet is open for breakfast,lunch and supper . Also a grill bar at the beach for food and drinks . In high season , there is a beach bar . We stayed in all three buildings , villas,Laguna and Emperador sides and we probably like the Junior suites ( Emparador ) the best . All have big rooms , even the Laguna .If you need more info , sheila & Don , sheilaboucher@sympatico.ca
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