Just WOW! Riu Palace Macao in Punta Cana is THE GREATEST Riu I've EVER Seen

[@DerekMUFC]

These videos are top quality and a go-to for any travellers. I have no idea how this channel isn’t at 1 million + subscribers. Coolist keep going. Keep grinding. This channel will continue to flourish.

[@Wixedfan8990]

Always a good day when Coolist uploads a new video!!!

[@Coolist]

Always great to see a comment right away 🙌

[@mancunianinlondon]

You must have a very sad life mate. The hotels pay him to do great reviews then he pockets the money from his views. He makes idjits out of people like you

[@SusanTurner-t3e]

Agree!!!

[@AngieRTaylor]

Agree 200%!!!!! We love us some James/Coolist!

[@kevinjohnson1775]

It really is

[@sandrathomas6161]

This resort and restaurants are stunning! Wonderful video James!!

[@codypond3731]

Best travel vlogger in my opinion! Always look forward to your videos!

[@barbaraB323]

Thank you so much for reviewing this hotel. Thanks to you I’m here enjoying this awesome Riu Macao property. You’re the best ❤

[@AskSallieAnne]

What is crazy is I’m making a decision on Punta Cana resorts and I found your page and you just made this decision so much easier. Thank you, new subbie here! I would like to start doing travel blogs and you are an inspiration. Maybe 🤔 I’ll start my first one when I come here in Oct solo dolo 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Labdad1999]

The greatest Travel Guru of all time! The best part of my week is when a video is posted! Thanks James! You're the BEST! WATCH AND LISTEN TO THIS MAN! HE SPINS TRUTH! 😊

[@markrussell3428]

I always tip my guys in the DR UPFRONT and they look after you! You made me watch this three times thinking I missed the big reveal! Now I am left to wonder what is in the box!

[@amerettasour82]

Oh snap… what was in the box??!!!😮

[@manashapost1218]

Love the vibe at this place, will definitely put it on my to visit list, many thanks to our wonderful guide the Coolist😊

[@ShuckyDuckie]

Went for my 40th Birthday in October because of this video!!! The trip was amazing Best Birthday of my life Libras and party people everywhere!!!

[@leshaibowman9217]

I’ve been waiting for your video on this property!

[@ElvisGarciaDeJesus-bl4cf]

Thank you coolist. Your Punta Cana videos are the most waited ever. Great review and thanks to you now I have not doubt that next week I will in Riu Palace Macao for sure. I was debating myself about going to Royalton Punta Cana or Riu Palace Macao and now its definitely clear to me.

[@AskSallieAnne]

Same here!!! He made it crystal clear which one to pick. I’ll be here in Oct 2024 😊

[@lilneets5141]

​@AskSallieAnne Me to. Going solo in 2 weeks. I will report back. 😁

[@jessl8021]

This is exactly what I needed! Thank you!

[@lizzys6954]

This was a great one James! This place looks amazing since the remodel!!!!

[@jmmartin4027]

You’re reviews are awesome man! I booked at an hotel (finest Punta Cana) twice now for me and my family just because of your honest reviews! You rock I hope the life is treating you well!!❤

[@lalolanda7723]

The review I was waiting for, thank you very much

[@melanieb.7850]

Booked this after watching your video, can’t wait for November!! Thanks for the great content!!

[@michellegalyon2823]

My daughter and I were planning our annual trip and decided to do all inclusive. Been a subscriber for about 18 mos. This review popped up and lo and behold decision made! Thanks so much for a very thorough review. Keep up the great work!

[@ginetteburon3121]

We were very pleased to watch your recent video on Riu Macao, since we had already reserve there for later in fall… We are following you for the last couple of years and are happy to see that this place energized you! Can’t wait to be there in the next couple of months! Thank you for your great comments and influences on our Caribbean journeys!

[@jordanearnheardt]

James! Great video as always. What was in the box?!

[@Tubeyou72]

Hey james awesome review like always, we just came back from the Hyatt zilara cap Cana can’t wait for you to visit this amazing resort!

[@Coolist]

This trip was a warm up for my main Punta Cana trip this fall. The lineup is legendary and zilara is booked

[@KrissyMiller]

I was undecided about RUI because of the same reasons you mentioned ; However I will definitely give this one a try this summer!!!

[@MrBigwill1975]

Love RIU'S over the last 15 years,

[@suzanas5293]

Yes….so glad you are back!!! Missed you!!!

[@sandrathomas6161]

Your video editing is phenomenal!!

[@KadeemMay]

SIMPLY if Riu don’t reach out and try to work with you after this!! I was torn between going back to república or going here on my next visit to the DR you’ve made my mind up now!!

[@SonthisaMathouchanh-lp6iz]

Was looking forward to your next video! I am amazed as to how much energy you have to participate in all these activities so that you can share these experiences with us ❤

[@Jamaicandaisy]

Great video!! Can't wait for the serenade suites 😊

[@sstaj9945]

Same! Everyday I'm checking to see if his review of Serenade All Suites is up. 🙂

[@sstaj9945]

James, each video of yours is like a mini vacation. I love seeing all the different resorts.

[@Coolist]

Appreciate that - I try to blend the good, bad, fun, review, and experience all into a video that is hopefully enjoyable to watch

[@AngieRTaylor]

@@CoolistYou are just the BEST!!!! Thank YOU for giving such a great gift to all of us, in your amazing videos!!! Wishing you the BEST travels ahead!

[@JohnSmith-cb5nk]

Mucho gracias…my brother so appreciate you doing all this leg work…time/money… all the crazy things that happen behind the scenes that you over come to make these videos happen…. Requesting you please do a RIU ranking at the end of the year… we are doing a bachelor party and your content will be our blueprint… stay safe brother

[@Coolist]

I really appreciate the empathy. I'm definitely working towards an all time Riu list, and hopefully/eventually a regional list also

[@wmeise1]

I booked a stay here for my wife's birthday next year. Can't wait to experience this place, we stayed at the RIU in Cabo last year and enjoyed it there as well. I appreciate your review!!

[@kellysnow1595]

We booked this hotel tonight with friends because of your video!! My last 3 all inclusive vacation destinations were chosen because of James videos! Keep up the amazing work! We trust your taste and opinion 🙌🏻🌴☀️

[@DeeeFlooo]

Awesome, this location looked great. As always, loving the content. I'll be on the lookout for the next Riu vid

[@jijib7691]

Hi James, I really enjoy your content and I always look forward to your videos. I would love to see you travel to different countries and continents and show us your experiences there ❤

[@billpainter5560]

James. Me and the wife were at the Macao first week of June for our anniversary and I gotta tell ya we love the resort. After visiting 6 or 7 different RIU properties we feel that its our favorite by far. It’s the perfect home base for a great Punta Cana vacation

[@Coolist]

Macao is just different- I like this new Riu Palace concept

[@dombrodeur]

Love all the video. Thank you so much for giving each time the name of the drink you have order!

[@PaulSpencer-g1v]

Always good to see Riu Hotels. We have been to several, always have a great time. Will you ever do the Maldives, we are looking at Riu Maldives, looks amazing 😎

[@88connore]

Great video as always!

[@CBlanchart5150]

Thanks James…. You sold us on this place! Going there in a couple weeks!

[@iVaCay01]

Did you enjoy? Pros and cons?

[@julia-0303]

Love your videos! Thanks for the authentic reviews!! ❤

[@marilynengen3475]

Awesome video you did a great job , giving a overview of the property, I know where my next destination is going to be ❤👍

[@Trejour21]

Video quality is amazing!!

[@divinediva71]

Haven't watched the whole video yet and gave it a "thumbs up"🤣I already know that it's going to be 🔥🔥

[@nataliecgeorge]

So glad to see one of latest videos! Thank you

[@Coolist]

I'm coming Back with a vengeance this fall

[@jtugg384]

I was going to book this waiting for your review ended up in Jamaica at riu Reggae which was nice and I had of fun

[@Coolist]

Two very complete experiences. Definitely check out Macao

[@ozzyposie171]

Enjoy your videos. Keep them up 👍

[@decimusmin11]

Great review. Man keep doing what you do. Appreciate you! Love Riu Republica thanks to you. I need to check this on out next time I come through

[@Coolist]

I should go back there for a week straight. Maybe I'll do that after my 30th Punta Cana property

[@kdalrymple22]

James, I love your videos. This Riu looks so much better than the Riu, I've been to at The Bahamas. I'm about to book this trip for my vacation in November.

[@camilleandrews6086]

We stayed there right after the renovation. It was wonderful 😊

[@lilneets5141]

Did you get access to the other RUI?

[@juanpablodo12345678]

When was the renovation? Thanks

[@camilleandrews6086]

@@juanpablodo12345678 September 2023

[@camilleandrews6086]

@@lilneets5141 yes

[@golfking890]

Another great video! 🤘

[@DJMikeMarquez]

Me and the misses came back from Excellence Punta Cana which is 5★ but we want a change with more action and fun for our next trip and i think this nailed it. Thank you @coolist Amazing content and amazing energy! ❤️

[@markrussell3428]

I would really be interested in what you find out. Excellence Punta Cana is at the top of most lists. I find with Riu you compromise in order to get the Party Zone access - which is incomparable. No one offers anything close to it. Whatever you do - dont settle for Republica, if Riu Palace Macao is considered the better option (and I believe that is what James is saying) go with it. I am not a fan of República UNLESS you are someone looking for a spring break experience.

[@DJMikeMarquez]

I think it's hard to compare Excellence since that's on another level, food, service, experience. But the vibe there is subdued nothing like what James showed here. This looks worthy of a flyer and I will definitely repost here. But this looks super fun and probably half the price.

[@markrussell3428]

@@DJMikeMarquez exactly! It is a very different video and experience and it comes down to what you want.

[@ToshaBellavia]

Thank you for this video! I stayed at iberostar cancun because of another one of your awesome videos! I was going to stay at RIU Macao but switched it last min to Bávaro for a mid/end of Nov trip. When are you going there, I hope I can watch your video before I leave!!

[@j.b.125]

Thanks for that great review, Coolist! It was very helpful.

[@Coolist]

That's what I'm here for!

[@TheRedrumak47]

Heading to Punta Cana at the end of September and everytime bro post a video I get ready to pack my bags before the trip even happens lol👌🏾🫡

[@leongraham1009]

Love your videos!! I stayed at gold nugget and did your exact type of stay!!

[@ParksandRecYT]

Another great Punta Cana review. ANY update/changes on tipping in Punta Cana? Heading back to Excellence in a few months..

[@daniellebass641]

Hi!!! I have been watching your videos for the past 5 weeks and I love them!!! I am taking my daughter on her 1st out of the country trip foe her 21st bday!!! It's also my 1st carribean trip as well! After watching all your videos, I have no idea which one to pick!!! Lol, what would be your best suggestion for November trip???

[@margareto8551]

Fantastic video as always...thanks for helping me choose between a return to LOPESAN or try somewhere else?? Im going to check this RUI out - you sold it for me 😊

[@MikeMorgan132]

Amazing video bro. Look at your mojo 😳 wow! I’m booking this hotel soon 👍 We stayed at the Melia in Punta Cana last year, but this looks far superior. Thanks for the review…

[@lizsmithers86]

I sent this to my girl group! I want to stay here! Thank you for posting your videos!

[@nickstevens6398]

Good stuff!

[@sandrathomas6161]

Love your sunglasses 😎

[@tomlivesay8407]

Great review. I’m anxiously awaiting your review of the property next door.

[@valyusha98]

The king of hotel reviews!!!!

[@Coolist]

😎

[@c-ab1045]

Nice video james ! You seem like a Nice guy to party with!

[@Coolist]

😎 🎊

[@Zibicasino]

We really like RIU Palace Macao. Went twice after refurbishment, some of the rooms might have some issues with ac/humidity but reception should be able to swap your room if you need. Restaurants are really nice, service same, beach area is amazing. Now we will go to Riu Palace Bavaro just few days after reopening, hopefully I will have same nice experience as we had in Macao. Also we really like your videos, always waiting for the new one 🎉

[@andrewsantos4366]

Awesome video, always watching your unbiased review and experience.Which do you think better Rui Bambu or Rui Macao,

[@AlitaKnight]

Good video. I see u like to travel overseas alot. Loved ur Vegas content. Keep up the good work. Alita from Fayetteville nc

[@freddyreyes1783]

Coolist videos are always a great nightcap! Hope youve been doing well James

[@Coolist]

Thanks for watching and commenting right away Tubey

[@dvandentop]

Nice to see this one is pretty decent I might actually offer this one up to clients when they want to go to Punta Cana based off the video

[@lifestyleforfifties]

Good video. Thanks. A review of the beach would have been nice. For a lot of people who live in an area where there is no beach, we try to enjoy the beach when we go to the Caribbean.

[@jamesdoyle8975]

I’m sold on this one ,this might be the jem of Riu ,room threw me off and not the typical over used Riu room lol. Food looks ⭐️ This might be the “one” Thanks for the vids,like always will be waiting for the next one.

[@francoesposito1423]

Hey James Always a pleasure love your video wich hotel are you going next ?

[@brandonragoonanan246]

Hey, thank you for the video. How would you rate the food on a scale of 1-10, with 1 being terrible and 10 being excellent?

[@sankhaghosh9899]

Planning to visit PC in December. Thanks for the videos, cool !

[@AngieRTaylor]

…from minuscule to mini bar…Classic Coolist!! Love it! $7 clams well spent!

[@acts2097]

Awesome, video!

[@MrZeke911]

Awesome video James. Like usual. Did you ever get to Riu Bavaro? Trying to decide between the 2.

[@scenicviewstravelgal]

Brand new and adults only - love your reviews!

[@marizen2]

Wow...Seems like a glorious place.

[@1llamental]

Great vid as always! How was the gym? Was at the Baja in cabo and had to flip flop between the Santa fe due to equipment options. Looking to choose this place potentially in Sept. Thanks!

[@ShortButAmazingLife]

I was at the pink party last Saturday. It was 🔥🔥. Shortrib at the French restaurant was 👌. Buffet was great. Great crowd at Macao! Plenty of crowds of all ages, not just young partygoers like republica. Met tons of people in my area. Drank all day, every day. Stay hydrated!

[@LivingtheLaptopLifestyle]

Question for you. The misses and I have a 30 year anniversary here in Jan. Weve been to several riu's in fact last year went to the riu palace peninsula in cancun. Loved it but we are not ones to do the riu parties. Do you still recommend the macao because honestly this looks like it is the nicest riu out there! Look forward to your reply. Btw I do love the swim up bars!

[@tjarema78]

Man great video as always. I might have to switch up the next DR Riu stay but the Jerk chicken hut at republica is calling my name though.

[@ShortButAmazingLife]

They were serving Jerk Chicken in the palace at Punta Cana as well.

[@tjarema78]

@@ShortButAmazingLife i wonder if it’s the same recipe? We ate it everyday for lunch the last time we stayed there.

[@ashleys4652]

Would love to see you review the Sanctuary Cap Cana. Looks like such a unique property with the castle suites and pool. And they have a Sanctuary Town with cool little restaurants and bars that is part of the all inclusive program, in addition to all the other regular restaurants on the property.

[@freddyreyes1783]

He will be going there later this year! 😊

[@ashleys4652]

@@freddyreyes1783 Nice! Thanks! ❤️

[@jameswilliams272]

Definitely am - booked ✔️

[@hammerdown3000]

Awsome video James! Just booked there for November. But you never revealed what's in the box?

[@Chiropractorfreehold]

Hey James.... wanted to book Macao Nov 7th to 11th but sold out.... been to Republica 6 times and it's gotten so run down. Last November went to Riu Palace Punta cana... better food but too quiet other than the Riu Parties. Do you know anything about the renovated Riu Palace Bavaro? Any other recommendations for 3 guys looking to get away and have some fun.... looked in Cancun and almost all the Rius are sold out that weekend too.

[@tiffanyrodriguez795]

I’ve been all to multiple adults only AI and Riu Palace Macao has it all! I always thought RIU was bottom tier but I was wrong ! I went for a birthday girls trip and I literally had the time of my life ! At first I was skeptical and was immediately turned off by the key card but the food and vibes made up for it. It’s a perfect balance of lux on a budget. The parties were LIT! I’m so glad we picked Macao over Republica. We snuck a few friends from Republica one night for dinner/drinks and they loved it. The staff were all AMAZING! I can’t wait to go back!

[@eddieismail1378]

Alright James , excellent video as always. We are looking to book this hotel for our 26th wedding anniversary next August . One question I’ve got to ask is have you experienced or heard any dampness issue regarding the hotel room at this hotel . Thanks in advance and keep up the good work

[@JamesPN88]

Yeah, I agree with the comments: these videos bring me legitimate joy, and I don’t know why… Keep them coming! Any word on how the nightclub was? How would you compare this property overall to Lopesan?

[@savannahishara]

Definitely the best Rio in this series so far. What a gem - hopefully they get even better! Loved the dua lipa song choice in the beginning 🕺🏾

[@Coolist]

That song is just as good as the original, which is a legendary track.

[@emmasutherland8704]

Looks amazing! Can you go to the restaurants as many times as you want during your stay? Also what is it like getting a drink at the parties??

[@johnmath0965]

Where are the day parties ? Is at the same location or another Riu. Thanks in advance!

[@DR_1S]

Super review as usual 👍🏼⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, if you have to choose between this hotel and Lopesan which one would you prefer?

[@keska01]

What time did you go? I saw seaweed during your beach shots

[@iliketurtles536]

I have been to the RIU Palace in Aruba, it was awesome.

[@jagerp3100]

Another banger by james! Quick question also, are you going to try the hyatt ziva/zilara in punta cana?

[@freddyreyes1783]

He is later this year! 😊

[@Coolist]

Freddy is on the 💰

[@Coolist]

Most epic PC trip of all time this fall. Zilara booked ✔️

[@richl9049]

Great video, James! What sunglasses you wearing in this one? Thanks, Rich.

[@frankegonz]

How does it compare to the hyatt Zilara?

[@babychyna4]

Hey coolist I absolutely love your content and your animated and detailed way of reviewing 😊 I have 1 quenstion, when staying at the riu palace macao, do you have access to the other riu resorts as well??