Room - Our room location couldn't have been any better! We were right off the center lounge area on the second floor. While we only booked a regular (gardenview) room, we had a certainly had an ocean view both to the left and right of the bldg in front of us from our balcony! We had a requested it from Silvina and during our "express check in" the week before. Not sure which method worked but all I'll suggest is that people do both.
Food - The food was consistently good at Suki, Il Piacere and the main breakfast area. Had dinner one night at the outside restaurant and it was just okay. We prefer the other two. In fact, we have done appetizers at Suki before going over to Il Piacere for a later dinner. Anyway, service was always good and as I mentioned the food was consistently good.
Pool Area - The activities were better this year than last and I'll say that Emilio and Isabella did a great job getting people motivated and into participating. They had plenty of loungers, chairs, round beds, umbrellas, etc...to make it easy for people to sun in comfort. Again, much improved over last year.
Jacuzzi lounge - Three of the five nights we were there, it was absolutely rockin'! After hurricane Gustav blew through on Saturday (not much impact - just some wind and minor rain), it seemed that the crowd wanted to party and party hard. All I'll say is that the chocolate syrup, Bailey's from a squirt bottle and grape vodka from a penis squirt gun were all flowing and it got the hot tub crowd to get very friendly.
Disco - I must say that after I read much of the posts here and in the original resort forum, we were apprehensive to even go. Boy are we glad that we did because we had a great time at the disco. I'd say the crowds were very good each night and most people dressed the part for the theme nights. Most surprising was the music - it was great! You know, it's hard to please everyone, but due to the fact that people were actually dancing on the dance floor, around the dance floor and over on the pole platform by the couches, I'd say that most people enjoyed it! It was a good variety of dance music, techno, latin and top 40. The party room was used frequently but we preferred going up to the jacuzzi lounge and playing on one of the beds. No issues or worries from us!
Overall - Our sixth trip to Desire (third to Cancun) and it was just as fun or better than the others. Each time we go it's a little different, not better or worse, just a little different and I guess it all depends on the crowds and most importantly your own attitude! We can't wait to go back!
Couple last comments - Silvia was wonderful serving the pool guests, Gerardo was great at the Suki restaurant, Emilio was great with the poolside activities. Front Desk people were very friendly and efficient. We were asked about the the "timeshare deal" and we politely declined and they never mentioned it again!
Another great trip in paradise!
Eddie & Jojo
