More disappointment on the honeymoon front

1) Wait for Carole, she's a WW global travel agent.

2) Have you tried other places? Hotels.com? Groupon getaways? Hotwire?

Where are you trying to go?

@Wendy ANYWHERE tropical....I am hoping for all inclusive...

I thought I heard someone talking about me. : )

DH and I are island travel junkies. I am a travel research junky.

First things first, are you still interested in Jamaiaca? That is one of the pricier all inclusive honeymoon destinations? Are you willing to go to Punta Cana or my fave, the Riviera Maya of Mexico? What airport are you departing from?

Last but not least, sign-up for newsletter from the following: Orbitz, Cheap Carribean, Book-It, Apple and FUn Jet vacations. You get alerts on sales, or last minute deals. It is too early for a last minute deal, but you could get an early booking bonus?

I prefer using a travel agent for special ocassions. If you can find one that will price match from the internet, that would be cool too. Actually, Cheap Carribean price matches.

GIve me some info on your priorities...beach, room, room service, etc, and departing airport and I will do some checking for you.

AHH Mrs Carole sooo happy to see you( yaaaaa!!!) I am willing to go anywhere tropical NOW that I have a passport I will go anywhere and I am not real specific about type of room or anything like that I will either depart from charlotte nc or atlanta ga whichever is cheaper I will have to travel either way the local airport here is a small airport and super expensive to fly out of. and I would need june 24th and if the dates are not available then we can be a little flexible with the dates I am thinking we cant afford to stay long I am hoping for 5 nights tho .... Thank you soo much for your help!!

We got a great deal for a cruise on cheaptickets.com look around & dont give up

Amber...I am checking around for you. Give me a few minutes.

Via Orbitz....Departing from Atlanta on Monday and coming home on Saturday, you can stay in a Platinum Suite at the Grand Riviera Princess. It has a free romance package.

http://www.princess-hotels.com/Hotels-Riviera-Maya-hotel-Grand-Riviera-Princess-5-stars.htm

It includes....

PLATINUM SUITE ACCOMMODATIONS ( minimum Stay Required : 4 Nights ) • 96 Platinum Suites • 1 King bed or 2 Double beds, sofa • Bathroom with Jacuzzi on the terrace, Vanity Mirror and Hair Dryer • Coffee Maker • Iron and Board • Telephone in room and bathroom • 32 inch Plasma T.V., In room DVD/CD • DVD Library available in Platinum Lounge • In room Premium bar • Mini bar ( water, soft drinks, beer, stocked daily ) • Safety Deposit box ( free ) • Air Conditioning & 2 Ceiling Fan • Pillow Menu in Platinum Lounge • 24 Hour Room Service • Platinum Bracelet & Concierge Service with use of exclusive Platinum Lounge • Private pool with butler service ( drinks only ) • International Newspapers located in Platinum Lounge • Nightly turn down service • Use of bathrobes during entire stay, 2 pairs of slippers per room • Free internet unlimited @ Platinum Club Lounge as well as Free Cable internet in rooms • Private Check-in with cold towel on arrival and Welcome Drink • Domestic, International & Premium brand Drinks ( Aged liquors, Wines and A la carte champagne non included ) • 1 Special Dinner with live music. • 24 hours Concierge Service in the Platinum Lounge • Exclusive continental Breakfast area at Platinum Lounge • Hors d'oeuvres at Platinum Club Lounge • A la carte Breakfast and Lunch service in the Buffet restaurants near the Platinum Lounge • Reservations for a la carte restaurants at Platinum Lounge • Gift in room upon arrival • Discount on Green Fees at Golf Course • Discount on Spa Treatments ( single service items only ) • Discount on the Water Sport Center ( single Service Items Only ) • Reserved area on beach with butler service ( drinks only ) • 1 Beach Bag with Princess Logo • Special Amenities in Room * Maximum Occupancy : 4 persons of which (3 Adults + 1 Child 2-12 or 2 Adults + 2 Children 2-

You would be traveling non-stop on Air Tran.

While this property is not 5 stars, I think it provides a lot of bang for your travel buck. It is a big resort.

You can check out reviews/pics/forum posts on www.tripadvisor.com

The final price on this with a shared transfer is about $1900. YOu can add trip insurance for another $139.

Another option - what about a tropical location where you don't need a passport?

That would reduce the overall cost of the trip, it's not cheap to apply for a passport let alone have it expedited.

US Virgin Islands maybe? I've never been there but I've heard they are beautiful.

Carole have you been to Spain? Want to plan our HM?

OOPs - reading comprehension fail. You already got your passports. Sorry!!!!!

Playa del Carmen is gorgeous. I've never been to Jamaica but I would second the vote for the Riviera Maya area of Mexico.

Ok thank you Mrs Carole

Mexico.

Kris S.... The only way I would go is via a Meditteranean Cruise. At my age, I am over the sight seeing. Vacations to me mean...park butt on beach with drink in hand.

Mrs. S....I love Mexico. It is American friendly and I love the food.

Amber....I just read a few reviews. I am not totally pleased with what theyhave to say about food. But, if you are not a foodie, I don't think it would be a problem.

Also in that price range....

Barcelo Maya Palace - We have stayed twice and love it. However, there is no room service or Jacuzzi on the balcony. This is part of a mammoth resort. The beach is fabulous. The food was outstanding. We stopped going because we fell in love with Now Jade...Preferred Club rooms.

Ocean Coral and Turquesa.... While I have not been here, I know a few people who have. If you book a Priviledge room, it is supposedly awesome.

Let me know other places you would be interested in. Orbitz is easy to use.

Geez, I need to go somewhere warm and beachy. NOW!

Thanks Mrs S I found it its beautiful isnt it?

Ditto. Usually, this time I am counting down our days. We have always vacationed the second week in May(shoulder season). Yes, we did Secrets Silver Sands for our 4 day mini-moon, but we both desperately need a week of butt on the beach with drink in hand. Oh well.....my daughter is getting married. : )

Indeed Amber it's beautiful and I think it's a great find.

We still didn't go on our HM, so I'm about to start looking. Carole, don't go anywhere just yet lol!

West coast of Florida = beautiful sunsets, white sand beaches, palm trees....

Cheapcarribean.com... you can find an all inclusive for a great deal. Jamaica & Cancun typically have affordable options.

Mrs Carole I have thought about those places and I just love the grand rivieria princess. I have been on the orbitz site and I cannot find that deal all I find are junior suites.. I am soo ready to book this its an awesome deal.. Where can I go to book it??