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Mrs. Chumley
Super July 2013

Punta Cana or Jamaica?

Mrs. Chumley, on May 12, 2013 at 3:00 PM Posted in Honeymoon 0 15

Has anyone been to Punta Cana or Runaway Bay, Jamaica? I have narrowed down my honeymoon picks based on rankings and price, I've read great reviews on both Jewel Runaway Bay Beach & Golf Resort in Jamaica and Barcelo Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana. They both meet our honeymoon criteria (out of the US, not in Mexico, all-inclusive, under $1000/person, clear water). Just wondering if anyone has been to these places themselves?

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Latest activity by Maria DiFiore, on May 14, 2013 at 9:04 AM
  • Mary
    Expert August 2013
    Mary ·
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    I've never been to Punta Cana or Runaway Bay

    But I have been to the Dominican Republic and Jamaica before and between them to I would say Jamaica

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  • Mrs. Chumley
    Super July 2013
    Mrs. Chumley ·
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    Thanks, I've always wanted to go there!

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  • Randi Felt Scatena
    Randi Felt Scatena ·
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    Depending on what you are looking for, I would recommend either destination.

    Barcelo Bavaro is an Adults Only resort on a beautiful beach,Jewel Beach Resort is a family resort,in Jamaica also on a nice beach, and probably more to do at resort.

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  • BunBuns
    VIP May 2013
    BunBuns ·
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    @Randi, how do travel agents work??

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  • RachelT
    Super May 2014
    RachelT ·
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    I think they both look beautiful. Just based on the sites, I think I would choose Punta Cana, but really I think either would be awesome!

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  • Ari Flores
    Ari Flores ·
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  • Megan
    Savvy September 2013
    Megan ·
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    We're doing Sandals in Jamaica. It beats the prices of every all-inclusive we've looked at. We're getting a butler suite for around $1700 each including flight.

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  • BeachyBee
    Beginner September 2021
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    Jamaica =)

    Ive been to PC and liked it but dont think i would make an effort to go back. Im leaving for Jamaica in 6 days though!! We were originally going to stay at the jewel because we heard great things, but pricing purposes we are going to the RIU. (not our HM, just a laid back vaca)

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  • Randi Felt Scatena
    Randi Felt Scatena ·
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    Most Travel Agents do not charge a fee, we work directly with the resort or other book engines, and at times have access to packages that are not available to the public. We also give you the personal service needed to help assure an amazing honeymoon!

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  • Mrs. Mallory
    Expert February 2014
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    I've been to both Punta Cana and Jamaica and to be honest, I loved Jamaica more. Jamaica was less expensive than DR too! We stayed at the same hotel chain in both areas called the Iberostar (we stayed at the adults only resort). They are both insanely beautiful, the staff is very tentative (better than any services i've recieved in the US) and the food is delicious. I would recommend all inclusive as it seems to be the most bang for your buck. I did like Punta Cana, but I really loved Jamaica more. The people were more friendly and I just enjoyed the trip a lttle bit more. We're actually getting married/honeymooning in Jamaica next February!

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  • Mrs. Mallory
    Expert February 2014
    Mrs. Mallory ·
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    Oh i forgot to mention that there is generally no fee for a travel agent as the agent gets paid from the resorts/hotels/airlines they go with. Sometimes her fee is included in the price of the room/flight. I would never travel without a travel agent now - They make everything so much easier!

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  • Mrs. Chumley
    Super July 2013
    Mrs. Chumley ·
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    Thanks everyone!

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  • Photogyrl4u
    Just Said Yes March 2017
    Photogyrl4u ·
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    Punta Cana it's amazing and the people there are very friendly.

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  • Shojo*Bride
    Super October 2015
    Shojo*Bride ·
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    I would do Punta Cana cuz it is unheard of which probably means more secluded which means more private time and presumably cheaper since less common. =)

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  • Maria DiFiore
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    I have been to both. Go to Punta Cana! I loved it there and absolutely hated Jamaica!

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