A Guide to Nude Beaches and Nudism with Tips and information for First Timers. Couples Negril, Sans Souci, and Tower Island all have “Au Naturale” – or – Nude beaches and facilities. These Au Naturale beaches are considered some of the top in Jamaica and people travel from all over the world specifically to spend…
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Tips to make your Jamaica trip even more special.
Walkabout Orientation Tour
If you are new to Couples Resorts, and especially if you are staying in Couples Sans Souci or Swept Away, then going on the orientation tour is a good idea so you can get to know the resort. There are usually two tours a day and they typically leave the lobby areas around 8:00am and…
“Sand Gravity”
If you have stayed at a Couples Resort then you are already very familiar with “Sand Gravity”. If not, Google Sand Gravity and you’ll find this is a term that seems to have started at Couples Resorts and is (almost) exclusive to Jamaican travel. At first you might think this is some kind of weird…
On Site Activities
During our first visits to Couples Resorts, we did not participate in many of the activities that the resorts have. This was simply due to Sand Gravity taking a hold and never letting go. In recent years we have discovered and enjoyed many of the activities and realized they do a really good job of…
Repeat Guest Dinner
If this is your second trip or more to a Couple Resort, you are in for a special treat as you will automatically receive an invite to the “Repeat Guest Dinner”. This special dinner gives you a chance to interact with some of the Couples Employees as well as your fellow guests. The menu is…
Special Dining Nights at Sans Souci
At Couples Sans Souci, they have two special nights – “Jamaica Night” on Tuesdays and “Starlight Gala Cabaret” on Friday nights. On each of these nights, Couples sets up an elaborate and elegant buffet dinner on the lawn complete with entertainment from various live bands and entertainment. These nights can be a lot of fun…
Lobster!
Fried, Grilled or Baked – How much can you eat? Ok smart ass – if you’re the one reader who stumbled on this page that is allergic to seafood and your answer is “None, cuz I’ll die…” then stop reading… Everyone else – especially if you want to maximize your lobster intake – keep reading…
Couples Swept Away Dining
At Couples Swept Away you have a choice of dining at 6 different restaurants – 7 if you count the in-suite breakfast option. Couples Swept Away has the most variety of all the Couples Resorts and also has the ability to cater to larger groups and is great for large weddings. If you have been…
Couples Sans Souci Dining
At CSS, there are 4 restaurants – Palazzina, Beach Grill/Bella Vista and Casanova – 5 if you count room service. The Beach Grill turns into Bella Vista at night to create a wonderful water front experience. There are 2 gala nights that include a buffet dinner and private dinners are available at an extra cost….
Couples Tower Island Dining
At Couple Tower Island, there are 6 restaurants – the most of any Couples Resort and in our opinion, Couples Tower Island has the largest variety and the best food of all the Couples Resorts. To be clear – this is like saying chocolate pudding is better than Vanilla pudding – it’s just our opinion…
Couples Negril Dining
Couples Negril features 5 restaurants – The Cassava Terrace, Beach Grill/Heliconia, Lychee, and Otaheite. The Beach Grill turns into Heliconia at night to create a wonderful experience with a view of the water and beach. Private dinners are available at an extra cost. The Cassava Terrace This is where you will eat most of your…
Reservation Tips
Although we covered reservation tips in a previous post, we feel these tips are so important we are going to cover them again so we can expand on them in greater detail. Make your reservations for later Unless you really can’t wait until 7:00, then it’s best to make your reservations for at least 30…
Tips to Getting Settled Into Your Room
Now that we have arrived by bus at our resort of choice, made our way to our room of choice and made sure NOT to tip the Bellhop; If our room wasn’t ready, we might have spent the day at the beach and now it’s time to get settled into our room. I personally like…
Choosing A Room Type
Figuring out what room to choose (and pay for!) can be a challenge when planning a vacation – especially at an all inclusive resort. At an all inclusive beach vacation you have to decide on budget, ocean view (partial or obstructed), proximity to activities and restaurants and noise factors. Fortunately – when planning a vacation…
How To Pick a Room Type at Couples Swept Away
With 8 different room types and several different blocks – choosing a room type at Couples Swept Away can be a bit difficult. Do you want quiet? Close to the beach? Or a Pool? Do you want to sit on a large balcony all day listening to the breeze and the birds. Fortunately, Swept Away…
The Bus Ride to Ocho Rios or Negril
No matter which Couples resort you are staying at – or any resort in Jamaica – you will need a bus or private taxi get to your final destination. Couples provides this transportation for free from Montego Bay and uses private contractors driving small buses that hold about 12 people. Normally the bus is not…
The Couples Airport Lounge
Once you get through Customs and Immigration at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, you are in for a treat as Couples now takes over your vacation for you. All of the planning, worrying, hustling to catch your flights – it’s all over – you can finally, finally relax! After passing through the big double…
Arrival in Montego Bay!
Here it is! Your flight has just arrived in Montego Bay! After finding the best deal, searching for airfare, getting a passport, reading all kinds of tips and information about Couples Resorts you have figured out what you need, packed your bag, and successfully navigated an International Airport… Now it’s time to start that vacation!!…
International Airport Tips
Is this your first overseas vacation? Never flown on an international flight before? Wondering what to expect at the airport? Keep reading to find out how early to arrive, what to expect at TSA and flight transfers.
Tips for Traveling Out of Country
Is this your first time traveling out of the country? Never been to a foreign town or village? Learn what to expect, how to keep yourself safe and what to do if something goes wrong. You Need a Passport To travel outside the United States you need a valid passport. This is true for any…
Mosquitoes, Zika, West Nile, Dengue, Chikungunya Oh My!
You will most likely get bitten by a mosquito while on any vacation to an island in the Caribbean – Jamaica is no exception. Besides Zika, Jamaica is home to Chikunhunya, Dengue, Yellow Fever and West Nile Virus as well as a few other diseases. Wondering how to stay safe in such an environment? First,…
Tips To Make Your All Inclusive Vacation Go Better and Setting Expectations
You’ve been dreaming of this vacation forever! Counting down the days, preparing your suitcases, packing, unpacking and packing again. And now it’s here! Everything is going great and you’re ready to check in until there it is! A line!!! That looks more than 2 people deep! Getting in the way of you and the beach!…
Romance Rewards, Pre-Checkin, and Trading Places
Couples offers a reward program called “Romance Rewards.” This program offers free benefits for signing up including Pre-Checkin, resort credit and “Trading Places” which let’s you spend time at the other Couple’s resort in the same city. You should sign up for Romance Rewards before your trip – even if it is your first time…
How much cash do I need?
Factor in exchange rates, ATM fees, foreign transaction fees on credit cards and the NO Tipping policy at Couples and figuring out how much cash to bring with you can be a pain. Do you plan to bring back souvenirs? Do you plan to purchase some local herbs? Services from the hotel? What about excursions?…
Medications – Prescription and Over the Counter…
If you have never travelled out of the country for more than a few days you may be wondering what to do about prescription and over the counter medications that you may need. This is not a simple thing. Medications – even over the counter medications can have a very different formula in a foreign…
Beware the Sun! (With Sunscreen Formula)
The sun is very intense in Jamaica. You will literally feel yourself burning after just a few minutes in the afternoon full sun. A good, high spf sunscreen is necessary. If you have never traveled to a tropical location or experienced intense sun like in Jamaica, then you should read about sun protection. I have…
What to Bring; The Essentials
If you look around on the internet you will find tons of advice and literally tons of crap that people suggest you need for a vacation. Most of this is just marketing and attempts to get you to buy more stuff! If you’ve never travelled to a tropical island or Jamaica, keep reading to find…
Airfare Tips
When to book airfare and get the best deal can be a quite confusing. Besides getting a good deal, you’d like to lock those dates in early so you can move on and just look forward to your awesome vacation. Read on to learn some tips and tricks to getting the best deal and when…
Weather Tips
First of all, the weather is the weather – remember you have no control over it so just accept what is to come… Here are some tips to maximize your play time and plan around the inevitable rain. Forecast Is it going to rain on your vacation? We have the weather forecast for Jamaica, Montego…
Best Time of Year to go
What is the best time of year to visit Jamaica? This may seem simple to answer as most people want perfect weather with no rain and limited clouds, not too many people, and just the right temperatures but there are pros and cons to each season in Jamaica so keep reading if you want to…
Which Resort?
Having trouble deciding which Couples resort is right for you? If you don’t have anything specific in mind for your vacation, then you could just flip a coin and land on any resort and your vacation will be amazing and one of a kind. All Couples resorts feature many of the same amenities, and all…
Finding the Best Deal and Getting the Most of Your Budget
How do you get the best deal on a Couples Resorts vacation? With all the different specials, room types and on season/off season deals – how can you max out your budget and still have a fabulous vacation?
The Jamaican Herb Situation
If one of the reasons you are visiting Jamaica is to try out the local herbs, then you are in for a treat. Marijuana has been decriminalized on the island for several years – this means that possession of up to 2 ounces is considered a “petty offense”, subject to a very small fine of…
Sea Urchins – Ow!
Sea Urchins are spiny sea creatures about the size of a baseball or softball. They are numerous in some locations and are usually found near coral or in the grassy areas of the water. Most of the sandy beaches are ok but you still need to be wary as the dead ones can be washed…
The Island
Tower island is a wonderful resort but what makes it unique is Sapphire Island ( #SapphireIsland ) – the little tiny island just off shore. During the day the island is AN and all guests must be fully nude and arrive together as a couple in order to participate. If you’re nervous – read our…
