22Aug/120

Occidental Specialty Restaurants: what would you like to dine tonight?

Food choices abound at the all-inclusive resorts of Occidental Vacation Club. What and where you eat it can be a different choice every day, from an international buffet in a casual setting, or a family lunch or snack by the pool. But what about those special occasions... anniversary or birthday? Occidental Specialty Restaurants are part of your all inclusive service. The decision is yours.

Craving Italian? Several Occidental Resorts can satisfy that desire. At the Grand Pagagayo, Costa Rica, The Italian, with its sunset views, is the perfect setting for expertly prepared Italian favorites. L'Olio at the Grand Aruba features a variety of popular, Italian specialties, and boasts a wine selection from around the world. Tantalizing Beef Carpaccio and Lasagna Florentine lure repeat dinners again and again to Via Veneto at the Grand Punta Cana.

The Italian, Grand Papagayo

 And Asian?  D'Oriental is a serene, Japanese/Asian fusion restaurant found at several of the resorts. Chefs there prepare an exquisite selection of seafood, pork, duck, and vegetarian specialties.  Zen at the Grand Aruba features a sushi bar and private dining "Tatami style." Get your Zen on!

Zen, Grand Aruba

Not enough choices? Seafood, Steak House, Caribbean and Mexican restaurants are found at many of the resorts. But perhaps the "Piece de resistance" is Las Ventanas, Royal Hideaway Playacar's signature gourmet restaurant in Rivera Maya, Mexico. Read what diner, alienpilot of Texas, posted on TripAdvisor.

La Hacienda, Grand Xcaret

"We just had the experience of our lives at Royal Hideaway. The "Chef's Table" in Las Ventana's restaurant is IN the kitchen behind glass windows, ceiling to floor. Max of 6 people. Live video feed closeups of the preparations on a flat screen in your dining area. The chef and assistant chef present these creations to you and describe them. Wine pairings are available. Absolutely, the high point of our vacation. If you are a "foodie" you will go crazy! Do it!"

**Contact the concierge at the First Club NOW to make your reservations. Reservations fill fast for these Specialty Restaurants, and you wouldn't want to miss an opportunity to try any of these delectable, dining experiences.

Bon Appetite!

12Jun/120

Featured Hotel: Royal Hideaway Playacar

Royal Hideaway Playacar offers everything you need under the tropical sun for the perfect dream vacation: breathtaking beach, world-class service, luxury accommodations, exquisite cuisine and impeccable style make up of a vacation like no other at the world's first adult-only all-inclusive resort to earn the prestigious AAA 5-Diamond Award: Royal Hideaway Playacar.

This magnificent property, situated in Mexico's pristine Riviera Maya, offers its guests an unforgettable vacation experience with infinite opportunities for luxuriant indulgences.

Just 45 minutes from Cancun International Airport, Royal Hideaway Playacar provides everything you need to enjoy a vacation like no other. Luxury accommodations, featuring the most beautiful views of the Caribbean, give our guests sheer privacy and exceptional intimacy throughout their stay.

Our 6 gourmet restaurants and dinner theatre will exceed the finest culinary expectations. From Japanese to Italian cuisine, or a romantic dinner on the beach, there’s a menu to satisfy even the most demanding palate.

And when it comes to pure indulgence, Royal Hideaway Spa has it all. From holistic massages, to facial treatments and body wraps, our guests can simply let their cares drift away in the tropical trade winds while they experience the resort's state-of-the-art spa facilities and rejuvenating treatments.

Visit Royal Hideaway Playacar and live an unforgettable vacation experience full of luxury and comfort.