SFlo Posted January 30, 2018 #1 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Has anyone done this retreat before? What is your opinion on it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare rjm11 Posted January 30, 2018 #2 Share Posted January 30, 2018 we've done it 3 times- it's a great experience. The food, drinks, and service are exceptional. The beach can be seaweed-y- as can all beaches in that area. So if you're hoping for the white clear beaches of the Eastern Caribbean you might be disappointed. Check out the Ports Of Call page- there are lots of reviews and posts there. We love Maya Chan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloemonkey Posted January 30, 2018 #3 Share Posted January 30, 2018 We recently did Nohoch Caye Beach Club and were VERY happy with the day spent there. We also had looked at Maya Chan as we did it years ago.....and a lot of these beach clubs are beginning to blend into one another when I try to recall! But take a look at Nohoch Caye.......as it was the last day of our cruise and we thought it splendid. And I am NOT easily pleased! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanDeeDee Posted January 30, 2018 #4 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Maya Chan Beach is the best excursion I have ever done. Definitely the best beach experience!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUPDCOP Posted January 30, 2018 #5 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Done it and love it a couple of times - will always book a visit there and I mean ALWAYS! Just book it and you will agree after your visit - best money you spent on vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquishTheWhale Posted January 30, 2018 #6 Share Posted January 30, 2018 We went there in October and had a great time. The pick up process wasn't that smooth- we had to wait quite a long time for a taxi after reaching the meeting point, but I think we were just unlucky. The road getting there is an adventure to say the least! We had a lovely time at the resort, we loved having our own little area with hammock, chairs and bed and it was very very relaxing. The food and drinks are top notch. Being able to try out the paddleboards and kayaks was fun. We paid for massages but I wouldn't recommend doing this as they weren't very good and the ladies talked to each other the whole way through (when I wanted to just relax and listen to the waves!) We didn't have loads of seaweed on the day but the water was still murky, there isn't anything to see snorkelling and swimming wasn't much fun in the murk. However we would still return as it was just really relaxing and the food is great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted January 30, 2018 #7 Share Posted January 30, 2018 We have done it and wouldn't hesitate to do it again.The food and service were great, we felt pampered the entire day. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted January 30, 2018 #8 Share Posted January 30, 2018 It's not a great exciting adventure (other than the road there and back). The beach area can have seagrass but someone works continually to clean it up. However, what it is as a wonderful day of total pampering and wonderful hosts, service, drinks, and food. We've been twice and will always go back when in Costa Maya. This is a day out of your life when you just relax. Trip Advisor has lots of pictures and reviews on it. I might add, you must make reservations early. They only book a limited number of persons each day and it books full quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFlo Posted January 30, 2018 Author #9 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I hear a lot of talk about the road getting there. How bad is it? My wife gets anxiety real easy. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare rjm11 Posted January 30, 2018 #10 Share Posted January 30, 2018 the road is bumpy with lots of potholes, but very slow- not highway (or even 35 MPH)- I always figured we could walk it at the same speed! So if your wife's anxiety is from speed/crazy driving, this would not invoke that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted January 30, 2018 #11 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I hear a lot of talk about the road getting there. How bad is it? My wife gets anxiety real easy. Lol It's real bumpy with big holes. Paved first portion but dirt the last half. The taxi drivers do take it very slow and weave and turn around all the holes. I don't think they want to hurt their vehicles. It's a state highway actually. But was told the state leaves it like it is because the off road tours like that and pay off accordingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDougOut Posted January 30, 2018 #12 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Our favorite excursion, hands down! It’s rustic, but oh so fun. Fhs4Ulqxkn8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlainfl Posted January 30, 2018 #13 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Sooo good, sooo good. Sent from my VS988 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City Island Cruiser Posted January 30, 2018 #14 Share Posted January 30, 2018 roger001 - what would you suggest as the time window to book in to avoid disappointment Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gappleby Posted January 30, 2018 #15 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I was probably a little early but I booked March 2019 in September 2017. Oddly, the first time I tried, probably when I actually booked the cruise in July 2017, there was no availability. I figured I'd try again a few months later and it worked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annabell08 Posted January 30, 2018 #16 Share Posted January 30, 2018 roger001 - what would you suggest as the time window to book in to avoid disappointment Sent from my iPhone using Forums We're sailing on the Pearl April 1. There are three ships in port that day. I booked last weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted January 30, 2018 #17 Share Posted January 30, 2018 roger001 - what would you suggest as the time window to book in to avoid disappointment Sent from my iPhone using Forums You can email them as early as you wish for reservations. They respond quickly and are extremely honest. If your plans change, you can cancel up until your day of arrival. If your day is booked full, they might have a waiting list for spots if others cancel. http://costamayabeachresort.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City Island Cruiser Posted January 30, 2018 #18 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Thank you all - for the feed back and link - with all our years of cruising to warm waters we have never had Costa Maya as a port - that will change with a cruise I just booked for 2019 - and Maya Chan is at the top of my “must do” list [emoji267][emoji484][emoji41] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyFred Posted January 30, 2018 #19 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Visited there last October, loved it. Gonna try Nohoch Caye Beach Club in April of this year. You lose a bit of time traveling to and from Maya Chan; as others have stated the road is quite an adventure. Nohoch is very close to port. But I would still recommend Maya. The folks there are great, the food is good and the drinks are cold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aturnee Posted January 30, 2018 #20 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Hurry up and book the fabulous Maya Chan online...they do sell out! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MizDemeanor Posted January 30, 2018 #21 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Water shoes are needed her due to the bottom topography in the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpcdds6 Posted January 30, 2018 #22 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Been there twice. Best excursion in Costa Maya. Wonderful people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted January 30, 2018 #23 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Water shoes are needed her due to the bottom topography in the water. Good idea. It does smooth out after about the first ten feet. I go barefooted but just pick my way gently at first. Oh....the servers will bring you a drink out into the water. And there is usually a couple of lazy dogs just lying around waiting for either chips or to be petted. A peaceful and relaxing experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted January 30, 2018 #24 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Check the Costa Maya port board. You will get a variety of opinions about Maya Chan there. Some people love it, some people think that there are much better beach resorts in the area that cost a lot less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted January 31, 2018 #25 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Has anyone done this retreat before? What is your opinion on it? Best beach day ever!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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