🌴🌴 BAHIA PRINCIPE LUXURY ESMERALDA FULL TOUR | Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

[@JasonBillard-w9s]

This was extremely helpful. Appreciate the details.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@SimplyShineLV]

thank you for sharing. I would like to get this out. Maybe we will visit in September

[@MicheleDCosta]

Very helpful for making our decision 😊

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@itsallaboutthedough405]

Because of this video we booked for October at this resort thanks👍👍👍

[@WherewegoingNext]

That’s great, glad we could help! Enjoy your trip!!

[@Blahblahblahblahhhhhhhh]

Yess I'm here right now it's absolutely gorgeous

[@WherewegoingNext]

Have a great time!! 👍🏻

[@ladyinsane94]

What the best transportation

[@hollywood191]

What transportation did you use

[@WherewegoingNext]

We used “High Quality Transfer”. Website is hqtpuntacana.com

[@hollywood191]

@@WherewegoingNext thank you so much

[@whileiamtraveling]

Wow, the beach looks so much better than when we went in November

[@WherewegoingNext]

The state of the beach and the water vary seasonally 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@skylarday919]

We also went in November and the seaweed was terrible, didn’t see much upkeep on it either

[@shawnfreer2596]

Very helpful. Thanks.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thx for watching!

[@elizabethchabot9205]

Nice video, so helpful!! I am leaving next week, can't wait!!! Which a la carte restaurants do you recommend?

[@WherewegoingNext]

We loved the gourmet and Indian! Have a great trip!

[@tulkasgunner6499]

Great video man, thanks a lot!!!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 🙏🏻

[@gg-fg1iy]

Great video man going here next month

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks! Have a great trip! 👍🏻

[@madeline4295]

Great video! I definitely like this one (Esmeralda) better than the others. Quick question, do you know anything or have any reviews on weddings? Thanks!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Sorry, we’ve never been to a wedding here

[@stevenschindler8342]

Great video you guys. Please tell me this. I have knee issues and going up and down stairs is a problem with me. Does this resort have facilities in place (elevators, ramps, golf carts etc) to help me get everywhere I might want to go? (ie: from room to restaurants, beach, pool etc..) Thanks so much, Steve S

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes they have ramps and golf carts, but no elevators. You can request a accessible room on the ground floor of one of the villas

[@stevenschindler8342]

@WherewegoingNext Thanks for the good info man.

[@imeldagenovea8500]

Your video helped me a lot to book which Bahia principe hotels.

[@WherewegoingNext]

Glad we could help! 😊

[@jarmeepearl9570]

nice tour thanks

[@WherewegoingNext]

Thanks for watching!

[@laurabolton8046]

Great info! Two adults coming here can we use Aquamarine Beach?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes! If you’re staying at a “luxury” hotel, you can use all the pools and beaches 👍🏻

[@sonjas.8911]

Thanks a lot for that. This helped so much. A question please? are the buffet restaurants open all day? or are they closed for some time. and once they are closed is there some kind of snack bar available to get something to eat? Also, I noticed that the Italian restaurant was open. Are the a la carte restaurants open usually for lunch also?

[@WherewegoingNext]

The buffets do close for a short time between meals to switch over. There is a snack bar on the beach that you can eat at in between. The ala cartes are open only for dinner. Is an ala carte is open for lunch, it will be a small lunch buffet.

[@mayaprakash4406]

Great video. Do you have any footage of the rooms and buffet?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes, they are on our channel! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHW6aoijr5uLhLM kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIaXkoivmttnl6s

[@sonjas.8911]

So helpful. Thanks. I also watched the full tour video of the Grand Punta Cana. To me it seems the grand Punta Cana looks better than the luxury Esmeralda. Do you know what really is the difference between the Grand and the Luxury resorts? is it the food? something else? And why can those who stay at the Esmeralda not go to the buffet restaurants of the other resorts? Is the food in the buffet restaurants different? Thank you for any reply.

[@WherewegoingNext]

The Luxury Esmeralda is definitely better than the Grand Punta Cana! The rooms, the food, the service and the amenities are better at the luxury hotels. The extra benefit is that you can visit and eat at the grand hotels in addition to the luxury ones. We definitely recommend the Luxury Esmeralda over the Grand Punta Cana 👍🏻

[@sonjas.8911]

Another question please. When we come from the airport with the shuttle bus are we going to be dropped of here at the Esmeralda lobby, or at the main lobby first, in Punta Cana? also, do those little open cars continuously drive around and pick up people from their respective hotels?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yea, you will be dropped off directly at the Esmeralda lobby 👍🏻 yes, the trolleys run all day and evening - although you might have to wait a bit to catch one.

[@MuffinsNyc]

Just wondering if this resort is old and if so has it been renovated recently. I don’t like staying in older resorts if they haven’t been renovated?

[@WherewegoingNext]

I’m not 100% sure, but it doesn’t seem to have been renovated recently 🤔 Bahia Principe Luxury Ambar was recently renovated however, and the rooms are great!

[@MrLukelike3]

With those four post sun shades next to the pool do they have to be booked or first come first serve kind of deal? Thanks

[@WherewegoingNext]

First come first serve! Tip: people reserve the best spots early in the morning 😑 so head there as early as u can to snag a spot!

[@tiffanymendes8326]

Nice video. Thanks for sharing! I did not notice a hibachi restaurant. Does the Japanese restaurant offer hibachi?

[@WherewegoingNext]

I believe so 🤔

[@shohdyziada92]

Hi, thanks for your nice vedio. my wife has reserved a couple rooms at esmeralda. June first. I personally like to upgreat to Amber, what do you think ? We never been there, so is it worth it ? and if yes do you know how much is the differance? thank you

[@WherewegoingNext]

Esmeralda is nice, but Ambar is definitely nicer 👍🏻 the rooms are newer and the dining options are better as well. I can’t tell you what the price difference is, it depends on the nightly rate during that time of year 🤷🏼‍♀️ but if you can budget to go to Ambar, you will not be disappointed 👌🏻

[@odalis6177]

Does it include breakfast? Where is it served? For dinner, buffets??

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes, all meals are included. Yea, you can eat all meals at the buffet. We have a buffet tour for this resort on our channel 👍🏻

[@markpennell4938]

What was the sofa bed like please. Would it be comfortable for a teenager to sleep on. Thank you.

[@moochiesuniverse8550]

hi i am also wondering if there is a microwave at the snack bar or someplace i can use a microwave? I am traveling with a baby there and need a microwave for steralization purposes. thanks

[@WherewegoingNext]

No, we don’t remember seeing any microwaves 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@omailyrosado1382]

Wich one is better fantasia or esmeralda traveling with my 2 daughters 3 and 9

[@WherewegoingNext]

Fantasia 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@omailyrosado1382]

Thanks 😊

[@sherylm9358]

Can reservations for restaurants be made at booking or does it have to be done at check in?

[@WherewegoingNext]

You might be able to reserve your dining a week before checkin if you book directly through the Bahia website - otherwise you book them when you arrive at the resort 👍🏻

[@moochiesuniverse8550]

helloooo love love your review! u r really good! couple of questions i have: -are they strict with mask there? -how do you tip the people who work there? does it matte if it's canadian coins? -Are dominican people friendly? thank you thank you

[@WherewegoingNext]

Hi there! Masks are no longer required in Dominican. They might ask you to wear them when going to get food at the buffet 🤔 I haven’t seen anyone tip with Canadian bills or coins - mostly USD 👍🏻 Dominican people are as friendly as you are to them 👍🏻

[@moochiesuniverse8550]

so usd is used as money and tip? thank you😊

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes exactly 👍🏻

[@daniahradefahrt4492]

So that’s means I don’t have to book extra Aktivities?

[@marichuithen6951]

💛

[@WherewegoingNext]

👍🏻

[@purplegirl543]

Do you prefer the emeralda/fantasia side or the ambar/aquamarine side? I’m traveling with my friend and we are looking to stay on the side that is most fun with lots of activities.

[@WherewegoingNext]

I would say the Ambar is the nicest out of all the Bahias - and it’s adults only. They always have tons of activities going on during the day and a cool sports bar to hang out at in the evening.

[@purplegirl543]

@@WherewegoingNext awesome! Thank you for the response! My budget can only afford Aquamarine but I definitely will be hanging out at Ambar 🤣 if I stay at aquamarine can I use the ambar pool and beach bar?

[@purplegirl543]

@@WherewegoingNext my options based on my budget is Esmeralda vs. Aquamarine. What do you think?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Unfortunately aquamarine cannot go to Ambar. The “luxury” resorts can visit other luxury and grand resort, but the grand resorts can only visit grand. Esmeralda is a luxury, so if you’re wanting to visit Ambar, I would recommend Esmeralda. Hope that makes sense.

[@WherewegoingNext]

I recommend Luxury Esmeralda. 👍🏻

[@ritaconway2627]

Do you have to make reservations for the carribbean resterunt I am going to Ambar next year and what is it called please

[@WherewegoingNext]

I’m not sure which one you are referring to 🤔 here is the link to the restaurants at Ambar. You can make reservations at checkin 👍🏻 www.bahia-principe.com/en/BahiaPrincipeLuxuryAmbar/

[@krisztinaadamik3167]

With the esmeralda bracelet can you also use other hotel restaurants and bars?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes, you can except for Fantasia. You can only eat at your own buffet, but I believe you can book any ala carte in the whole complex.

[@IvanVujosevic-h2j]

The loud obnoxious music at the pool starts at 8am and can easily wake you up since the rooms are right next to it. Hardly a vacation if I can't sleep.

[@NathaliePatterson]

Is there a waterpark ?

[@WherewegoingNext]

There is a small splash pad at BP Fantasia, but that’s only for Fantasia guests

[@renatazamaria2092]

👍👍👍

[@WherewegoingNext]

🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@kaleidoscope1173]

Which are the best three resorts with an infant in Punta Cana? we will be travelling with a 1 year old God willing

[@WherewegoingNext]

We haven’t been to any other resorts besides the Bahia’s and the Hard Rock in Punta Cana - but out of those, we would recommend the Bahia Principe Fantasia, the Hard Rock Hotel and Bahia Principe Esmeralda 👍🏻

[@jonderbyshire]

We went in April are were really quite disappointed. The many trip advisor 2 star ratings are very accurate. Staying at Ambar would have been a much better experience, but we have a young daughter

[@WherewegoingNext]

I’m sorry to hear that!

[@josegustavopaiva]

Hi, great video! I'm planning to go to Bahia Principe Fantasia. Do you know if I Can walk through all the other Bahia resorts (Esmeralda, Ambar, etc), and swim in their pools? Or I shall be restricted to Fantasia? Thank you!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes you can, however Aquamarine and Ambar are adults only so no kids are allowed there.

[@kcorpora1]

Hello, so Esmeralda allows kids?

[@WherewegoingNext]

@kcorpora1 yes 👍🏻

[@abdulkarovalia9453]

Please let me know Dress code for ala carte restaurants? Details about Indian and Greek restaurant? Thank you Video is very helpful 😊

[@WherewegoingNext]

The dress code isn’t very formal at the a la cartes anymore…nice shorts and tshirt works just fine. The Indian was really good and flavourful. We didn’t get to visit the Greek 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@abdulkarovalia9453]

@@WherewegoingNext Thank you Sir, Do I need to arrange pick up and drop off to Airport or Hotel shuttle will be waiting at the Airport?

[@WherewegoingNext]

It depends who you booked through. If you booked a package with flights and transfers, then yes you will have a bus waiting for you - otherwise you have to book your own transportation. There is no resort shuttle.

[@abdulkarovalia9453]

@@WherewegoingNext Thank you

[@aaaannnn8800]

Hi please tell me if it accessible for wheelchair

[@WherewegoingNext]

I believe so, but I recommend contacting the hotel directly to make sure your needs are met 👍🏻

[@salmessina4793]

What buildings are closest to the main pool and beach 🏖

[@WherewegoingNext]

Buildings 90 and 91 👍🏻

[@briannwo1900]

Do they require restaurant reservations ? Thanks

[@WherewegoingNext]

You do not need reservations for the buffet, but you do for the ala carte restaurants.

[@adamd1849]

@@WherewegoingNext are the Ala carte restaurants included in the all inclusive deal?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes they are!

[@ladyinsane94]

What the .best transportation

[@WherewegoingNext]

Do you mean from the airport? You can get a taxi or shuttle.

[@ladyinsane94]

Yes thanks

[@hollywood191]

@@WherewegoingNext do you know if the hotel provides shuttles?

[@WherewegoingNext]

To and from the airport? No they don’t, the usually recommend taxis.

[@hollywood191]

@@WherewegoingNext Thx

[@sheneillelewis8169]

How’s the food ?

[@WherewegoingNext]

It was delicious! 😋 the buffet tour is going up today! Stay tuned!

[@michaelg6808]

does this place have a club?

[@WherewegoingNext]

Yes but it was closed when we were there in March, 2022. Not sure when it will reopen 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@traces2807]

Is there a lot of seaweed, sargassum or whatever its called? Lol

[@WherewegoingNext]

There was nothing when we went at the beginning of March this year… but it all depends on the tide, so that can change any time 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@hollywood191]

@@WherewegoingNext what transportation did you use?

[@traces2807]

@@WherewegoingNext Thanks for the reply, hopefully when we visit May 13th it won't be bad!

[@WherewegoingNext]

Hopefully not 🙏🏻

[@TM99099]

Too crowded at the beach

[@WherewegoingNext]

Capacities are up again at resorts 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@selompas8208]

DO NOT STAY IN ANY BAHÍA PRINCIPE

[@WherewegoingNext]

Sorry you feel that way 🤷🏼‍♀️we enjoyed our trip!