Oh my gosh! what a wonderful experience.
I was at the Tangerine Villa for a trip on January. We were a multi-family group and used both Villas. I have previously been to Jamaica and stayed at an all-inclusive resort which don't get wrong was it's own different fabulous, but once you're on site it could have been anywhere with sun, sand and tropical climate. This time we wanted to experience more "real" Jamaica and Tangerine and Palashia did just that.
First off, we were welcomed by staff that we came to realize were genuinely wonderful. They were most helpful and made sure we had a great time.
Secondly, the property was stunning. Breathtaking views. I loved the indoor-outdoor feel. I loved the visits from the Geckos or Salamanders or whatever they are called. The cool breezes were delightful. Some of our group did use the A/C units but I preferred the tropical breeze.
Thirdly, the food was outstanding. We had a real mix from what I would call adventurous eaters to the downright picky (my teenage son was one of those!!). The chef artfully catered to all of us. Some of us got to taste some foods we'd never heard of and loved it. As we did our shopping for the foods/ingredients it gave us an opportunity to go to a local store and experience that. Isn't that the point of travelling. For sure it didn't look like the supermarkets I shop at here at home, but they had everything we need and more. Sally was able to turn her hand to anything that was asked of her. A true Chef. So the adventurous eaters and the picky ones were all satisfied.
Fourthly, the pools were wonderful. I could have lounged there all day with an adult beverage (local rum of course, Oh and that Ting, another local grapefruit soda... Yum!) the setting in a natural "jungle" was true Caribbean for me. I certainly don't need the manicured lawns of suburbia when in the Caribbean. Like I said I could have stayed on the property all day, but did venture out and so glad we did. The private beach was exactly that. The kids definitely had a blast down there. They even got to ride horses in the ocean. It was only a few minutes by car, but if you need to get your step count up (and who doesn't after lounging by the pool?) you can walk down to the beach. It was what I would call a good exercise walk.
After that a side trip over to Sharkie's for some fresh caught fish. Devine.
Oops, running out of room. will continue my review on Palashia site......