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Went to Atlantis in February 2002, if you want a place thats overrun with people, screaming kids and locals hawking every item on Earth to you, then Atlantis is your place. This place is awful, you might as well be in Vegas. Stay away, save yourself and your kids from this disaster of a place.
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Atlantis is the worst. Service is awful, the beach is mediocre. There are so many people there you will be lucky to find a minute of peace and quiet. Its expensive, spend your money elsewhere. Screaming kids, people smoking in the pool! I felt herded like cattle. Cheesy place. Etc...
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Okay - are all these Friday afternoon posts from the same person? Where did all these Atlantis-haters come from?<BR>An awful lot of people must disagree with these posts, since as the say, the place is hopping. <BR>If you like very extravagant man-made attractions, don't mind a hustle-bustle family atmosphere, and have the money to spend without being stressed - go for it! It's a fun vacation with lovely pools in a tropical atmosphere. The execution of the Atlantian theme is amazing!<BR>
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Exactly--seems like one person with a poor attitude. I'm planning to go this Fall and I've read literally hundreds of good reports on Atlantis. True, they say it's expensive, but I'm doing my research now, so I already know what to expect when I get there. Some people must not do any research before booking a trip.
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I went and found the place just awful. Poor service, absolutely terrible food, go to hell attitude from the employees and other than a nice pool area I thought it was just the worst place we had ever been to. I will never spend another penny in the Bahamas or at the Atlantis. My wife liked it less than I did.
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After reading the comments on Atlantis and after staying there 3 years ago I have come to the following conclusion. I think it is great for families that are there for a family trip. The restaurants are crowded and a pain to get a reservation -- you have to get up at the crack of dawn to secure a chair at the pool and you will be an arm's lenth next to a stranger. We had mice in our room to which the hotel was very unconcerned about. But yes, it has great slides and pools, etc. It just depends how particular you are -- about mice, hard to get into restaurants -- hard to obtain pool chairs, etc. If you can go with the flow -- along with the prices -- you'll love it.
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People that think this place is the pits must salivate over stays at Motel 6's!!! This is probably one of the finest family resorts in the Carribean. We went there last July, and would go back in a heartbeat. If you don't like people, stay at home!! There will be lots there, but its a real fun place. I don't know where these people were staying, but I never saw ANYONE hawking anything on property other than the jetski and parasailing rides. That's what I liked about the beach area, no vendors hawking things. The pace is laid back there, so don't expect the locals to jump when you snap your fingers!! I had a really great time, and if anyone would like to read my trip report, please e-mail me for a copy...<BR><BR>John
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My husband, toddler son and I stayed at the Atlantis Coral Towers about a month ago and had a good time although I'm not sure we'd go back any time soon. We primarily stuck to the buffet restaurants and thought the food was mediocre/poor which wouldn't have been so bad if we weren't paying astronomical prices for it. Service was pretty good in some places and awful in others. All food services automatically have a 15% gratuity added on (even takeout!) no matter what kind of service you receive. The front desk service was ok although I couldn't believe it when my husband asked for the day's weather forecast and the concierge dialed the local weather line and just handed the phone to my husband! They are also constantly hawking their new timeshare development in Harbourside and I thought that was a bit tacky and annoying after the second overture. Also on the Tuesday we were there they bussed in guests from the Disney Cruise ship which made the crowds unbearable but the next day the resort seemd practically empty. On a positive note our room was very nice and kept clean throughout our stay. And there is tons of stuff to do during the day which made the trip worth it in the end.
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We went to Atlantis in 9/2000 and 10/2001. First trip without the kids; place was absolutely gorgeous but staff was surly. Very expensive, but worth it. Food was delicious. Loved Five Twins and the other upscale restaurants.<BR><BR>We laughed about the attitude change we found after 9/11. A month without American visitors seemed to make a big difference. 2nd trip was wonderful. The kids (10 & 14) have joined us for some pretty posh vacations, and this was the one they keep talking about. We especially liked taking a day boat trip to Rose Island to snorkel, boat, swim, lay in the hammocks on the beach. This small island had not much more than a few huts, drinks and recreation equipment, but the remote island experience was just the relaxation I wanted. The kids snorkeled with their Dad while I kyaked (sp?) around the island. Great trip. Spend the $ and enjoy.
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When spending a ton of money and at the Atlantis its possible, I want the best. To John: this place is the pits because you end up spending all this money and you have to fight through crowds to get to the beach, the restaurants and even the pool. The people who dislike Atlantis don't salivate over Motel 6's, in fact when you spend a ton of money you expect the best and Atlantis isn't it. To all, beware, spend your hard earned money elsewhere. Spare you and your kids the disapppointment.
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Sue<BR>I don't agree. I would certainly recommend Atlantis to families. The Dig is incredible, as are all of the aquariums and lagoons at Atlantis. The pools are very enjoyable and the beach is fine.The families I saw while there seemed to be enjoying themselves very much. I would also recommend Atlantis to couples, depending upon what they are looking for. I do not think that anyone's children would be disappointed.<BR><BR>You say that when you are spending "a ton of money" you want the best. Well, Atlantis has the best aquarium displays I have seen, and I have seen alot. Atlantis is not a Four Seasons or a Ritz Carlton, but anyone who has done any research beforehand would already know that. You should not go to Atlantis to be pampered, but to have fun and to enjoy the Atlantean theme. I am sure that it is less fun during holiday periods, due to the crowds, but so is every other resort that attracts lots of families. And, if you don't want to fight the crowds at the restaurants, make reservations well in advance.<BR><BR>I have been to the "best" hotels and have been catered to at these resorts, but I did not go to Atlantis expecting this, which is probably why I was not disappointed. On the contrary, I was amazed at how well maintained the property was, and was very pleasantly surprised at the good service and good food. I had expected less considering what I had read while researching the resort.<BR><BR>All in all, I would love to go back to Atlantis again! And I would certainly recommend it to others! <BR>
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I went there for the first time and thought the hotel was very overpriced and the beach a little messy and very crowded. However, kids will love it as it offers a lot of attractions and intersting stuff. I have been to over 20 Caribbean islands, and while this is not the Caribbean, I expected it to feel more island-like. If you like big, glitzy hotels with an American feel, this is the place for you.
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