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all-inclusives knowledge
Almond Casuarina taining. The spa seemed more functional
Beach Resort, Barbados
than luxurious, but therapists were excellent.
On the downside, the lift would occasionally
New owners Almond renovated the 280- get stuck, and the sports activities on the
room all-inclusive Casuarina Beach Resort, beach seemed minimal. 6/10
on the south coast, in May last year. Its other
resorts on Barbados are the Almond Beach Service and welcome
Club & Spa, and Almond Beach Village. Our welcome was warm. Staff introduced
themselves from the moment we stepped
Rooms out of the taxi. Cool drinks were served
My ocean-view room was bright and airy. and luggage whisked away. Staff ex-
From the spacious terrace, which could plained the room’s features, and the
easily be shared by two people around a 24-hour concierge was prompt and
table, you can look down on to the two helpful. Nice wine and fruit basket
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pools. Away from the beach, I was impressed on arrival, and a shuttle service to There was a mixed clientele, but the
by the luscious tropical gardens which other other resorts. 8/10 advantage here is that if you want to
rooms surrounded. The only slight annoy- party hard, notorious entertainment strip
ance was noise from generator near to pool. Value for money St. Lawrence Gap is only a 10-minute walk
Comfortable bed, with flat screen TV and Barbados is not famed for being a budget away. Being 10 minutes from the airport is
broadband which was easy to set up. 8/10 destination, but Almond makes it a bit more another plus point. 8/10
affordable. The alcohol and room service that
Facilities and dining is included make it good value compared By Matt Parsons
Three restaurants. Dining was impressive – with some other all-inclusives. 7/10
and I enjoyed the tasty home-cooked style Sample price
Bajan cuisine. The two poolside bars, near Overall Jetlife has a week all-inclusive from £1,395
the beach, were a real focal point, especially Dover beach is perfect and the resort has a per person, including flights, departing
around sunset. The fresh smoothie/cocktail relaxed atmosphere – it’s just made for November.
menu was amazing and the bar staff enter- lounging in the sun and enjoying the sea. ■
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