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Hello everyone, well previously to this I have been mostly considering one of the islands in the caribbean, I'd love to go to St. Johns or Turks & Caicos but have found they are too expensive for my budget. I would love if someone could recommend a beach area and even an actual resort would be great.
Things that are important to me:
- calm, calm water that doesn't get deep right away. i don't mind waist deep or chest deep water but i don't like it to drop off too suddenly from the beach or I get nervous. Also very clear and beautiful (which seems like all the beaches here). Did I mention I don't like waves? If you have been to the beach at Atlantis in Paradise Island this is EXACTLY what I DON'T want- the only calm water they have at the hotel is man-made!
- fun snorkeling right off the beach where I can see some interesting things,
- all-inclusive, preferably where they will serve drinks/snacks beachside and poolside
- lots of water activities like those dumb banana boats, kayaks, peddle-boats and such (I'm a dork I know). I'm also a little bit of a sucker for free-form pools and swim-up bars. And hammocks!! The more included activities involving water and snorkeling, the better!
- trips close by to wildlife, and cultural eco-tours
- It would be nice if it had a sexy, romantic vibe.

- I DON'T care about shopping AT ALL. I don't think I have ever shopped on vacation unless it was for a new novel to read on the beach.
- Night time activities would be great, perhaps a bar or two or a dance floor. Or at least a short taxi drive away (less than an hour).

Last but not least, my budget. Heh heh. I would like to spend less than $200 a night, preferably around $150 so I can stay longer! The cheaper the better as long as it comes close to at least some of my criteria, particularly the beach and snorkeling hopes.

Thanks guys!!