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"If you were stranded in an island, would you be content if I am the only person with you?" You blinked your eyes at his strange question. What did he mean? Then, to humor him, you answered a “yes.”
That was when you learned that he wanted you to be actually stranded in an island. Well, not exactly “stranded” but definitely away from the rest of the world. This is because he obtained a vacation package deal from the Riu Ocho Rios.
The location of the Riu Ocho Rios, which is in northern Jamaica, encourages the idea of being stranded in an island. A large part of it is facing the Caribbean Sea. The other sides of this resort is either hidden by rainforests or bounded by waterfalls. And in between and around the buildings are lush gardens that are populated with flowering tropical plants.
This does not mean, however, that the guests in this resort will be completely cut off from the rest of the society. In fact, one the hotel facilities is the Internet room. The resort is only 65 miles from the Montego Bay airport. And, of course, every guest room and suite is furnished with the world’s most modern amenities.
At the Riu Ocho Rios, there are 856 luxurious rooms that harmoniously combined the ideas of “beauty” and “convenience.” Caribbean art and furniture are proudly showcased in each room. The Deluxe rooms, such as the Junior Suites, have living rooms and balconies that provide an unrestricted view of the ocean. The guests in the Deluxe Rooms also have exclusive access to two unique restaurants: the Tushima, a Japanese Restaurant that serves the most exquisite meals and the Sir Richard, which serves gourmet cuisine only. The best part of these rooms, according to previous guests, is the hydro-massage bathtub. Such an amenity eases away muscle pains and makes the act of relaxation both a science and an art.
"Do you like our suite?" he asked. Of course you do. But it’s not exactly similar to being stranded. He shook his head. "No, it is a vacation that is aimed at making you feel like a queen."
And speaking of royalty, the Riu Ochos Rios is one of the few extravagant resorts that offer a wide choice of restaurants. These restaurants include the St. Ann, the Sir John, the Mandalay, the Piccola Italia, the Mammee, and the Plantation. The all-inclusive deals entitle the guests to specially prepared meals, including breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks. There are also bars that supply unlimited drinks and concoctions, such as the Blue Mountain, the Bob Marley, the Dunn’s River, the Reggae, the Rastafari, and the Seagrape.
And after quenching one’s thirst, the guest may spend relaxing moments at the swimming pools. Each guest is provided with complimentary sun loungers, parasols, and towels. With an all-inclusive vacation package deal, a guest can have unlimited access to the gym, the sauna, and the Jacuzzi.
And finally a vacation at Riu Ocho Rios is not complete without a Pacha night. It is a night in which the guests give in to their earthy inclinations and party for many hours to the pulsating beat of Latin music. You lean over to your love, whispering, "I would love to be stranded here with you every day."
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