Thanks for this vlog - as a result of your video we have booked a two week holiday at this hotel in May 2025. We will be trying out RIU for the first time in October - RIU Playacar in Playa Del Carmen. Mexico THANKS😊😊😊
Really good Video all round, Could I ask what camera you used, focus on the video was very good and always sharp no matter how far or how close you got, quality picture.
I use a Samsung S23 Ultra as the main recording device mounted on a DJI Osmo Mobile 6 Gimbal, the audio is recorded either directly on the phone or on a Neewer CM-14 Mic.. I chose the S23 Ultra over the iphone 14 pro due to being able to pause whilst recording and because of its zoom range and manual control.
Hi mate. Going in September. Im hoping its not as busy then. Weve got a sea facing private pool room. Whats your opinion on them. They obviously look the bollocks but just a little worried about who we get above us. Also many English there? Thanks pal
Yes m8 they are you won't be disappointed don't listen to the negatives you'll have a trip of a lifetime ,we went to Riu Palace las americas in mexico in july and that was a 5 star resort but it wasn't in the same class as Riu Palace Santa Maria @@jamietalbot7254
Unfortunately the sea at the Riu Palace hotel has stronger currants than usual and most of the time there is a black flag flying to forbid swimming in the sea there. You can swim in the sea at Santa Maria just up the coast.
I've seen somewhere that the hotel can arrange the mobility scooters but not sure if you sort directly with hotel upon booking or via your tour operator
Thanks for such a comprehensive review, I've just booked my vacation after watching it. Can't wait!
Glad it was helpful!
Amazing work. Thanks
More to come.. May I ask you to subscribe it will really help my channel grow.. thanks Paz
Just came back no issues swimming in the sea, super place, only issue is shite food in the themed restaurants however the main buffet was great.
Glad you got to swim in the sea.. happy days can’t wait to go again
great vid, i love Cape Verde. Just return from a 2 weeks vacation at Boa Vista Touareg resort. Palace Santa Maria is my next stop in november 2024.😄
Fantastic hotel with food to die for.. you will love it 😀 ❤️
That was a fab video to watch... just booked for November 2024 and really excited now.. thank you.
See you there! We're going too in Nov 2024!
I’m also going nov 2024, however the food horror stories are worrying
Great insight for a first timer. Visiting 30th July for 14 nights. Can't wait.
Thank you 👍🏻
Mate your gonna love it.. especially the selection of food and drinks.. amazing
Thanks for this vlog - as a result of your video we have booked a two week holiday at this hotel in May 2025. We will be trying out RIU for the first time in October - RIU Playacar in Playa Del Carmen. Mexico
THANKS😊😊😊
You love it.. the food is amazing
Really helpful video thanks!
Glad to hear it!
Fantastic video. We r off in July, can’t wait.
Have fun!
Amazing Video! 🤗
Thank you! 😁
Just looking for the same Hotel in November- would you recommend it - looks good
Yes.. we would go back again
5th July we go there can’t wait
Really good Video all round, Could I ask what camera you used, focus on the video was very good and always sharp no matter how far or how close you got, quality picture.
I use a Samsung S23 Ultra as the main recording device mounted on a DJI Osmo Mobile 6 Gimbal, the audio is recorded either directly on the phone or on a Neewer CM-14 Mic.. I chose the S23 Ultra over the iphone 14 pro due to being able to pause whilst recording and because of its zoom range and manual control.
Thank you very much. 👍
Lovely hotel
Is it mini bar included? Or you need to pay extra for it?
Mini bar is included my friend.
HI good video how much was the room upgrade ?
I can't actually remember, the misus upgraded it but she can't recollect how much it cost!
Hi mate. Going in September. Im hoping its not as busy then. Weve got a sea facing private pool room. Whats your opinion on them. They obviously look the bollocks but just a little worried about who we get above us. Also many English there? Thanks pal
The pool rooms are really nice and didn't have any problems with the neighbours.. plenty of english people
@GetSomeSunWithPaz cheers mate.
Went there last october and going again this october best hotel we've ever been and when we were there i'd say the english was by far the majority
@@davidholden9045 was it really bust still? Do you know if the private pool rooms are sea view too? Thanks
Yes m8 they are you won't be disappointed don't listen to the negatives you'll have a trip of a lifetime ,we went to Riu Palace las americas in mexico in july and that was a 5 star resort but it wasn't in the same class as Riu Palace Santa Maria
@@jamietalbot7254
I'm booking for next year
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You mention you couldnt go swim in the ocean? Why is that?
Unfortunately the sea at the Riu Palace hotel has stronger currants than usual and most of the time there is a black flag flying to forbid swimming in the sea there. You can swim in the sea at Santa Maria just up the coast.
@@GetSomeSunWithPazthanks for mentioning this and great video ☺️👏
Aren't their any golf buggies to get you about this hotel? I saw a mobility scooter, do they have these for hire?
There are no buggies or scooter unfortunatley
I've seen somewhere that the hotel can arrange the mobility scooters but not sure if you sort directly with hotel upon booking or via your tour operator
@@AlrightJools Thankyou for the information. It's always nice to know before you go.
Looks nice - do they do no kids 😂
Unfortunately no lol 🙃
We are going on 19th of April for 10 days with girlfriend
Hope you have a fab time
Why can’t you swim in the ocean?
You can at Santa Maria but the beach at RIU Palace has very strong rip tides and is often red or black flagged
@@GetSomeSunWithPaz thanks