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The video provides an extensive tour of the Santos Carical Eagle Resort located near Playa Del Carmen, showcasing its diverse range of family-friendly and adult-only areas set amidst natural beauty. Key features include the eco section, adults-only area, main pool and activity areas, cenotes, and various amenities like the Royal Elite options, theater, lobby bar, and excursion services. Noteworthy amenities also consist of the spa, gym, tennis and basketball courts, kids club, and several restaurants. Highlighting the natural surroundings, the resort features a petting zoo, suspension bridge, and abundant wildlife. Standout attractions include the aqua park, various cenotes like La Tortuga and Crystallino, and a historical site called Sun Square ruins. The comprehensive tour emphasizes activity diversity, from pool bars and gyms to organic gardens and romantic river cruises. Overall, the resort promises a versatile vacation experience with numerous facilities and scenic spots, urging visitors to explore with comfortable shoes and engage with the hosts for further travel tips.
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In this part of the video, the presenter gives a comprehensive tour of the Santos Carical Eagle Resort, emphasizing its vast size which required multiple days to film. Located near Playa Del Carmen, the four-star resort features both family-friendly and adult-only areas. The presenter highlights the natural beauty surrounding the resort and the convenient maps available due to its expansive layout. Key points include detailed descriptions of various sections such as the eco section with hiking ruins, the adults-only area, the main pool and activity area, and the cenotes spread throughout. Specific amenities like the upgraded Royal Elite options, the lobby with check-in services, a lobby bar, guest services, and the convenience of booking excursions and COVID tests are also mentioned. Additionally, the main stretch contains a theater with nightly entertainment, a nighttime bar, vendors, food carts, various shops, and souvenir options.
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In this part of the video, the narrator discusses the location of various amenities at the resort. The spa and gym are situated near the theater, with the gym facilities being complimentary but the spa requiring an additional fee. The area includes tennis and basketball courts, a kids club with daily programming, and several restaurants. The narrator highlights the availability of an info center for booking daily activities, a hospitality desk for tour providers, a sports bar leading to the main beach and pool, and an additional travel desk for excursions. They also describe the Jade River running through the property where they observed fish and turtles. Despite the late hour, there are plenty of available chairs at the pool and beach, alleviating the need for reservations. The main activity pool has a shallow end and a pool bar, separated by a bridge. The narrator’s room is conveniently located near the pool, providing easy access. Finally, beach access with kayak rentals is mentioned.
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In this part of the video, the narrator describes various areas of the beach resort, highlighting both family-friendly and adults-only sections. They point out shaded seating near the beach bar and a snack bar with food mostly suited for children. They then explore the solo adults area, showcasing an adult-only building with a bar, pool table, and clean bathrooms. The adults-only beachfront area has many chairs, ample shade, and day bed mattresses for added comfort. They also mention the Royal Elite section, which includes an exclusive beach and pool area as well as the Los Lirios a la carte restaurant. Additionally, the resort features a petting zoo with various animals, which includes a special “meet the zookeeper” time daily.
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In this part of the video, the presenter highlights the amenities at the resort’s front entrance, including a bike rental booth with complimentary rentals and various paths for exploration. The sports equipment is also available for checkout. The focus then shifts to the Select Club area, which is adults-only, featuring a pool, a Brazilian restaurant where guests can have breakfast and lunch, and a large hot tub area. They express their preference for this pool due to its shaded seating options. The presenter then visits the first cenote on the property, La Tortuga, noting its beauty and the presence of turtles; guests may swim in it but need to avoid wearing sunscreen to protect the environment. The resort also offers an app with information and a map to navigate the expansive property.
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In this segment of the video, the hosts explore a large eco-friendly resort with extensive walking trails and bike rentals. They highlight the abundance of wildlife, including deer, Mayan bees, macaws, peacocks, and a bird sanctuary. They also encounter some resort cats. A unique feature of the resort is a suspension bridge offering beautiful waterfall views, with specific rules for crossing it. Later, they stumble upon an organic garden and successfully make reservations for a romantic river cruise after navigating an early morning process at the info center desk.
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In this part of the video, the narrator highlights two key attractions at the resort. Firstly, Cenote Crystallino, located behind the lobby, is a popular swimming and snorkeling spot. Visitors must shower before entering, and there are cubbies for storing belongings and life jackets available at the desk. Secondly, the narrator describes their visit to the Sandoz Aqua Park, which features various water slides, a splash pad, bathrooms, a towel desk, and loungers with palapas. The narrator enjoys the smaller and medium slides and notes that the park offers something for all preferences. Lastly, they mention the Sun Square ruins, accessible via a path that’s suitable for hiking or biking, and hosts a weekly evening show.
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In this segment, the final stop on the tour is La Tortuga Bar and Pool, a family-friendly spot featuring a pool, bar, activities, and washrooms, with the chance to see monkeys in the afternoons. After a week’s stay at the resort, the speaker mentions not exploring every part but assures that the tour gives a good sense of what to expect. A key tip shared is to bring comfortable shoes for extensive walking. The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to ask questions in the comments, and a reminder to like and subscribe for more travel content.