"We just returned from this resort on March 26th after a two week stay, and having travelled the Caribean for years this resort exceeds most. The scenery on every turn of the head is like looking at a post card. The Food buffets were exceptional, in the two week period we were there we very seldom had the same type of meals more than once. The specialty restaurants were extremely great. Different themes for each of these restaurants. From Italian, to Japanese etc. The Water in the rooms was safe, but huge bottled water is provided in your rooms each day. The hydro was same as at home 110 volts. Hair dryers are provided in each room. I'd recommend the lower garden condos as it is a 100yard walk straight to the Pacific ocean, and the restaurants are all on this level. I would recommend condos 10 thru 16 are the best rooms for those less inclined to walk up and down pathways, or stairs to get to the beach. The walk to the upper condos are a 60 step stairway. The resort was exceptionally clean with employees working around the clock to insure its appearance, and cleanliness. It is an absolutely safe resort. The currency in panama is American currency, and there is only one (1) ATM machine located just a short walk from lobby 1 where you arrive by bus from the airport. The staff are friendly, but speak mainly Spanish, but we found no language problem. They will try English, as we always tried to learn some of their Spanish. The pools are all fresh water, and are only chest deep, so great for any children to swim in. There are always life guards on duty from morning until 5:30 p.m every day. Tours are available, and when you buy tours which are reasonable you travel in Air Conditioned Bus's. The guides give great commentary on your tour, and their country and culture. We travelled during their dry season which runs from Dec thru April, and even in the rainy season it mainly rains in the evenings or early mornings for a short period of time. The flowers and greenery were absolutely breathtaking, and we can only imagine what the country would be like with some rain. If you've travelled the Caribean you will be amazed at this resort. "

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