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Re: Couples San Souci Ocho Rios November 10-17 2016
[Re: Cathyg]
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11/19/2016 08:21 AM
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Thanks for the report. Did Dave Parker have a group there when you were there? I am surprised that the resort was so full. Although perhaps since there are now so few resorts like this, they are full now? We haven't gone to JA much recently, but when we used to go, the resorts were very rarely full.
The situation with the chairs would really p*ss me off. I do not get up that early at home, and I certainly wouldn't do so on vacation! If you don't reserve a chair, you don't get one??
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Re: Couples San Souci Ocho Rios November 10-17 2016
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11/19/2016 09:04 AM
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OK, thanks. Wonder why they would be full in November? We used to go February or so, when we were totally tired of snow and ice and wanted to get away, and back then, the resorts will generally not full.
Guess I misunderstood on the chairs, as the location of a chair isn't really that important to me, so long as I have one--and an umbrella!!
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Re: Couples San Souci Ocho Rios November 10-17 2016
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11/19/2016 12:39 PM
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Umbrellas are a BIG issue for me, as I cannot sit out in the sun at all..
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Re: Couples San Souci Ocho Rios November 10-17 2016
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There is certainly SSB with the nude pool beach and hot tub...but there are several other beautiful pools and a beach to indulge in that are not nude.
This resort is amazingly beautiful set in the hillsides...and so many beautiful little nooks and crannies.
If you have seen the james bond movies live and let die and Dr. No ...they were both filmed at this resort. The lobby looks exactly the same!
It is truly a tropical paradise and the views are breathtaking. We walk around taking pictures....it is that beautiful.
I don't know what building you have booked...but A and B are closest to the beach and also closest to the lake and closest to the main restaurants and closets to SSB.
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Re: Couples San Souci Ocho Rios November 10-17 2016
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11/16/2017 12:38 PM
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You DO NOT want to rent a car in Jamaica!!!! Drivers in JA are crazy. Most people in JA spend almost all their time at the resort, and if you want to do a trip off the resort, hire a cab for the day. As far as transfers to the resort, you should have discussed that with whoever you booked with. Many agencies sell bus transfers, or you can hire your own cab.
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Re: Couples San Souci Ocho Rios November 10-17 2016
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Very sound advice Carol, they also drive on the opposite side of the road than North America which can add to the stress of driving there. It' s scary enough just being a passenger! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Yikes.gif" alt="" />
[color:"red"]May you always have sand in your shoes...and a dollar in your pocket! [/color]
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Re: Couples San Souci Ocho Rios November 10-17 2016
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11/19/2017 06:22 PM
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We are Club Orient regulars, but made the change to Couples San Souci in October. If you don't want to climb lots of stairs, we recommend A or B block rooms. Both are on the flat area near the restaurants, swimming pools, bars and beach. The nude beach is a bit of a walk, but on a nicely paved road. The nude beach has it's own bar, grill, and swimming pool / hot tub.
The food is wonderful, at all 3 restaurants and the staff outstanding.
We highly recommend this location as an alternative to CO while it is rebuilding.
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Re: Couples San Souci Ocho Rios November 10-17 2016
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Agree with those who recommended the Beachfront Suites and Bldgs A and B. However, the first time we went to CSS we stayed in Section D and it was lovely. Right over the ocean from our Veranda and about halfway between the beach and the upper buildings so really not so many stairs. I agree that you should not rent a car. You can book excursions from the resort which will include transportation and of course Dunns River Falls is included at no additional charge. We love CSS. In 2018 we're doing a split stay between CSS and CN. Can't wait. You should join Romance Rewards before you go, if you haven't already. Then you could request a block. There is no guarantee but we've always gotten what we requested in the 7 times we've been. Sally
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