This week we are exploring the vacation paradise of Transat and Ocean Resorts. Imagine staying at an Ocean Resort where everything is done with you in mind. The elegant modern resort is set right on a silky sand beach, with beautiful pools and swim up bars, unlimited a la carte dining, and relaxation and pampering in the Despacio Spa. And what a treat to stay in your comfortable, well equipped room with hydro massage bath and shower!
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At an Ocean Resort you will enjoy indulgences such as unlimited a la carte dining, selected international drinks and 24 hour snacks and drinks for all-inclusive luxury. If you are a coffee lover - most Ocean Resorts have a Mike's Coffee House providing Gourmet Coffee & Teas. If you have ever wanted to try scuba diving – most Ocean Resorts offer a complimentary diving lesson in the pool. And outside of Cuba you will find free Wi-FI throughout the resorts, rooms included.
Go to an Ocean Resort with Transat because this great partnership brings you special offers and great extras you won’t get elsewhere! Some of the Ocean properties are exclusive to Transat in Canada. And if you book an Ocean Resort that is part of Transat’s Distinction Collection you will get additional extras like bathrobe and slippers, turndown service and a bottle of wine in your room on arrival. An upgrade to a Privilege, adults-only, room brings additional extras like free room service, separate check in and the exclusive Privilege lounge.
Two resorts to really check out are the recent additions to the Ocean Resorts family – the Ocean Vista Azul in Varadero and the Ocean Casa del Mar in beautiful Cayo Santa Maria in Cuba. Both these fabulous properties have 6 restaurants, 6 bars and luxurious, brand new rooms. Ocean Resorts that are available through Transat are found in Cuba, the Riviera Maya in Mexico and in Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.
Go to an Ocean Resort with Transat because this great partnership brings you special offers and great extras you won’t get elsewhere! Some of the Ocean properties are exclusive to Transat in Canada. Other Ocean resorts are in the Transat Distinction Collection, which means Transat Guests get additional inclusions that make your vacation that bit more special. For instance Transat guests have guaranteed 5 à la carte meals and bathrobes and slippers in their room.
These are also family friendly resorts in Transat’s Family Collection – offering great facilities for children such as Kid’s and Teen Clubs. The Experience Collection Duo available in Cuba gives you an opportunity to add a real twist to your vacation by spending 4 nights on the beach in Varadero in the Ocean Vista Azul or the Ocean Varadero el Patriarca – and then coupling this with 3 nights in historic Havana.
Transat offer a total of 7 fabulous Ocean Resorts in Riviera Maya, Mexico, Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic and Havana, Varadero and Cayo Santa Maria in Cuba.
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Varadero
Cuba
Varadero is Cuba’s most popular beach destination thanks to its warm waters and superb resorts. Varadero is part of a narrow peninsula that stretches far out into the calm waters of the Atlantic. The 21-kilometre strip of fine white sand is an ideal vacation spot for sun-lovers, water babies and golfers. Plus lively Varadero is one of the best cities in Cuba for nightclubs.
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Ocean Vista Azul
The Ocean Vista Azul, a new contemporary resort, is located on a beautiful white-sand beach, approximately 20 km from the Varadero airport. Tropical surroundings, modern and elegant rooms, and a 5-star service complete this Cuban experience. Transat exclusive!
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4 ½ star - Experience Duo Collection – twin centre stay with Havana
4 a la carte restaurants: Italian, Gourmet (adults only, Seafood, Caribbean, Mike’s Coffee Shop
All -inclusive, unlimited a la carte dinners, 24 hr snacks, Spa, Kids Club (4-12 yrs), Privilege upgrade adults only with exclusive lounge, concierge service and more. Very near Varadero Golf Club.
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Ocean Varadero el Patriarca
The Ocean Varadero El Patriarca Hotel in Varadero is a brand new oceanfront property located directly on the beach and approximately 34 km from the Varadero airport.
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4 ½ star – Family Collection, Experience Duo Collection – twin centre stay with Havana
3 a la carte restaurants: Gourmet, Asian, Italian, Mike’s Coffee Shop
All -inclusive, unlimited a la carte dinners, 24 hr snacks, Spa, Kids Club (4-12 yrs), Teen Club (13 - 17 yrs), Scuba diving centre on site, Privilege upgrade adults only with exclusive lounge, exclusive pool, concierge service and more.
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Cayo Santa Maria
Cuba
The white sand beaches of Cayo Santa Maria are known for great snorkelling and diving and the exotic flora and fauna of the area. Cayo Santa Maria is close to the city of Santa Clara Remedios - best known as the place where the Cuban president Fulgencio Batista surrendered to Che Guevara in 1958.
The Che Guevara Museum and Memorial Centre provides a good historical background, and displays a number of Che Guevara's personal items, including his uniforms, hand-written letters as well as many photos.
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Ocean Casa del Mar
Located along a white-fine-sand beach with crystal and clear waters, the new Ocean Casa del Mar offers 800 modern and comfortable rooms, a selection of a la carte restaurants and the Privilege Service. Transat exclusive!
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4 ½ star
6 a la carte restaurants: Italian, Gourmet (adults only), Oriental, Mediterranean, Seafood, Caribbean, Mike’s Coffee Shop
All -inclusive, unlimited a la carte dinners , 24 hr snacks, Kids Club (4-12 yrs), Privilege upgrade adults only with exclusive lounge, concierge service and more.
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Havana
Cuba
Cuba has some of the best preserved colonial architecture in the Northern hemisphere. It boasts 4 cities that are UNESCO World heritage sites and its capital city, Havana, has also been named one of the New7Wonders cities of 2015.
Romantic, resilient and revolutionary – Havana is brimming with life, music and nightlife, such as the famous “Tropicana” show. You can also retrace the steps of author Ernest Hemingway as you find out all that Havana has to offer.
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H10 Habana Panorama
The comfortable H10 Habana Panorama Hotel in Havana is located in the heart of Miramar overlooking the sea, 10 km from Downtown Havana and approximately 140 km from the Varadero airport.
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3 ½ star: - Experience Duo Collection – twin centre stay with Varadero
2 a la carte restaurants: Italian, Caribbean, Mike’s Coffee Shop.
Room and buffet breakfast included,
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Punta Cana
Dominican Republic
Largest of all the resort areas in the Dominican Republic - come to Punta Cana if you are looking for endless silky-fine white sand beaches with a coral reef just offshore, coconut palms, crystal clear turquoise waters and lush vegetation. The resorts feature endless water sports and Punta Cana also has great golf.
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Ocean Blue and Sand
The Ocean Blue & Sand hotel in Punta Cana is a beautiful resort located directly on the beach and close to the White Sand Golf Course, approximately 20 km from the Punta Cana airport.
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4 ½ star - Family Collection, Distinction Collection
7 a la carte restaurants: Steakhouse, Italian, International (adults only), Japanese, Mexican, American, Caribbean, Mike’s Coffee Shop
All -inclusive, unlimited a la carte dinners , 24 hr snacks ,WiFi, Spa, Kids Club (4 - 12 yrs), Teen Club (13 - 17 yrs), mini disco, Scuba diving centre on site, Bowling, Privilege upgrade adults only with exclusive lounge, concierge service, exclusive beach area with waiter service and more.
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Riviera Maya
Mexico
The Riviera Maya is known for white sand beaches and warm tranquil waters, protected by one of the world’s largest barrier reefs. The destination also offers wonderful snorkeling and scuba diving, plus an 18 hole championship golf course. And the Riviera Maya offers one of the greatest choices of luxury, all inclusive resorts anywhere in the world.
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Ocean Coral & Turquesa
The Ocean Coral & Turquesa Hotel in Riviera Maya is directly on a white-sand beach in Puerto Morelos, approximately 35 km from Playa del Carmen and 18 km from the Cancun airport. Ideal for weddings.
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4 ½ star – Family Collection, Distinction Collection
5 a la carte restaurants: Italian, International (adults only), Oriental, Mexican, American, Mike’s Coffee Shop
All -inclusive, unlimited a la carte dinners , 24 hr snacks ,WiFi, Spa, Kids Club (4 - 12 yrs), Scuba diving centre on site, Spanish lessons, Privilege upgrade adults only with exclusive lounge, lobster dinner (once/stay), butler service, concierge service, exclusive beach area with waiter service and more.
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Ocean Maya Royale
The Ocean Maya Royale Hotel in Riviera Maya is a splendid, bungalow-style resort set directly on the beach, approximately 35 km from the Cancun airport.
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4 ½ star – Adults Collection
4 a la carte restaurants: Mexican, Italian, Japanese, International, Mike’s Coffee Shop
All -inclusive, unlimited a la carte dinners , 24 hr snacks ,WiFi, Spa, Scuba diving centre on site, dance lessons, Privilege upgrade with exclusive lounge, special dinner (once/stay), butler service, concierge service, exclusive beach area with waiter service and more.
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