Bahamas or Puerto Rico
 

Need input from the experts.... you guys! Have a chance to travel with a girlfriend to take in some sun (I'm from Seattle). She prefers casinos, fine wine and great dining. I like to snorkel, casual hikes and easy bike rides. Can anyone recommend an elegant (non-atlantis) hotel/resort in either Bahamas or Puerto Rico? Thanks for your input.

Cari, a very nice place is the Best Western- British Colonial Beach Resort in Nassau. Has water sports in its own beach.A nice place next to the Atlantis is the Comfort Suites in Paradise Island. I won't even mention Puerto Rico because is 2/12 hours further than the Bahamas. Your trip is quite long. Personally, It's not a choice, P.R. wins hands down. But for your plans Paradise Island is perfect.

Cari, I think I have the perfect suggestion for you, try Nassau for a few days, (casino and shopping for her) at say Compas Point (all the casual elegance for you) <BR> <BR>Compas Point is on New Providence, Nassau is the capital of the Bahamas and a cab or bus ride away. <BR> <BR>It is a beautiful complex, and you can snorkle right off the beach, or take a snorkle trip or swim with dolphins. <BR> <BR>There is a wonderful restaurant there and the accomodations are small bungaloos on the beach, very romantic. <BR> <BR>The resort is owned by Chris Blackwell of Island Records so lots of attention is paid to detail. The place is very charming and welcoming to guests. <BR> <BR>Have a wonderful trip and enjoy the Bahamas. <BR> <BR>tweedy <BR> <BR>

LA ISLA DEL ENCANTO. Puerto Rico is claled The island of enchantment. I lived there for 2 years and love it. I would recommend staying at the San Juan Marriott. It has its own casino and dancing. Its great for people watching. Puertoricans put on their best cloth on week-end nights and the music is great. From here you can walk a few blocks to the casino at Condado Plaza Hotel and many others like the Old San Juan. Perhaps San Juan has a more natural ambience than Bahamas. If youdont visit this time, be sure to visit at another time or as part of a cruise stop off.

Hands down, Puerto Rico!

Went to Puerto Rico last year with 3 girlfriends & a had a great time. We stayed at the San Juan Marriot. They have 2 restaurants (I think) & a casino. A really nice place. During the day we went snorkeling, walked around Old San Juan & just relaxed on the beach. At night we went to the casinos & dance clubs. The El San Juan Hotel is beatiful (a little out of our price range, though). It has a casino and a great lounge and dance club. Everyone dresses up at night to go to the casinos & clubs, even on the weeknights. <BR>I will be going to the Bahamas to Breezes in 3 weeks....e-mail me if you haven't chosen a place yet, and I'll let you know how it was. <BR>Either way, have fun