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September 19, 2024
2 Aussie couples in their 40's visiting for 8 nights. The 2 blokes were surfers. We got breakfast, dinner and drinks included in our package. This place is absolute paradise, the photos do not do it justice. The luxury is constantly evident but in a relaxed fashion. Most of the staff are very friendly and want to help you, many are locals from neighboring islands. It costs a bomb, particularly for Aussies with the exchange rate, but rest assured you will not be disappointed or feel it was a waste of money. Its real bucket list. Positives: - If you are drinkers get the sinners package and take the head screw of price monitoring out of the equation. Yes, it's still bloody expensive but the whole holiday is, so just pay it and enjoy. The little snacks and room drinks they include add to the value too. - The snorkeling right out front (house reef) is the best I've ever had, better than barrier reef, and its literally right there. Colorful coral and marine life everywhere. - The food is all time, I particularly enjoyed the street food theme nights, where they have 8-10 stations of all different food to try. - Private seaplane transfer is beautiful - Room views are sensational, we stayed jetty C ocean side, looking out towards Jetty C surf break and Ying Yangs - The bikes are super cool and add to the relaxed vibe along with the no shoes policy. Jetty C is the furthest away from main hub and is probably 5 min bike ride. - Day Spa and massages are sensational 6 star Negatives: - We got 1 day of OK 2ft surf at Ying Yangs and 1 x average 2ft day on Outside Reef but otherwise nothing. You can't help mother nature, and the staff were all amazing and super helpful, but it was definitely disappointing. The other thing was we were told by the surf travel company we booked through, that with an 8 day trip in May we would pretty much be guaranteed of scoring some waves, however the surf guys at the resort said it can be fickle in May and better to come in July or August if you want guaranteed waves. Ying Yangs does look like a sick setup. - The resort can be a little too eager to get you to do upsold activities, at the day spa and dinner upgrades. We did a couple of cheaper dinner upgrades, but not many, and we were totally happy and didn't feel we missed out. There are plenty of free options for food and activities. Gorgeous memories thanks to all the staff - from top management (the lady who manages this place is awesome) right down the chain to the waiters and cleaners :)