There are three main things that make the resort special. First, the pool area is so tropical with a palm tree grove, a tiki bar and grill, 4 pools, 3 hot tubs, a lazy river and lots of places to read, relax, enjoy a drink, unwind, etc... Second, the layout of each condo feels great. It's not a long narrow condo with one room after the next. The open layout allows lots of natural light and allows guests to see the ocean from the bedroom, and the living room and kitchen. The only place you can't view the ocean is from the bathroom. The floor plan feels very comfortable. Lastly, the beach is very wide, even during high tide, and the waves are gentle enough for small children. The water gets very warm, especially in the summer and fall (it often feels like bath water), and the tide pools are a favorite for children. When I'm on the balcony looking out, I might see a few kites, people throwing a football, playing badminton, swimming, splashing, building sandcastles, reading, jogging, shelling, biking, riding a banana boat, enjoying the pools and hot tubs, getting a drink from the tiki bar, eating a cheeseburger from the grill and much more. This is a vibrant and fun place to be. There's even live music during the summer!