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Old Aug 7, 2017 | 10:21 am
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atxtraveler
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Join Date: Jul 2007
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So let me say... TimetoEarnMiles nailed it with his review. My experience was very similar, so I don't need to repeat all of the same things he did.

Here is the quick rundown. I just landed back in the states, so I may put more effort into this later...

I did contact the concierge ahead of time. Thomas arranged transportation from the airport, which I am thankful for. Our flight landed late, and most of the taxis were gone at 2030 at night, so I didn't feel stranded with the JW crew there to pick us up.

Checkin was a breeze, breakfast was included for me and MrsATXtraveler as platinum member.
20% off F&B, and Spa. Took advantage of this. They do make you sign for breakfast every morning, but it was not on the final bill.
Room Service was less expensive than Tempus Fugit for the same meals.
Pink Pearl is not open yet.
RedRum has a great evening view of the bay, and delicious prawns/seafood.
By day two, everyone at the facility will have your name memorized.
Jerry's Jungle Tours is the way to go if you want a fun day on the island with a New Zealander who speaks perfect Vietnamese and knows every inch of the island.
VIP cocktail hour is worth it. Great scene with comfortable "flop" couches to lounge and enjoy some nibbles. Get there at 4:45 if you want the comfortable couches.

As for the July report (monsoon season)... We had a great time, but we also enjoy rolling with the punches. Of the 5 days, 3 of them were absolutely perfect weather (less than 10 minutes of rain). 1 day was a complete deluge and we caught up on some sleep in the room, room service, and Netflix while watching the pouring rain. The 5th day was a mixture... we got several hours of good pool/beach time, but there was a good hour or 2 that we got soaked, including going to the night market and the second we got out of the shuttle, it drenched us.
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