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Paradise Catamarans

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“ My now Wife and I secured a sunset cruise with Paradise Catamarans for our Rehearsal Dinner Outing. ” in 2 reviews

“ They were attentive to our needs and took us to an amazing reef to dive on. ” in 2 reviews

“ The snorkeling was super cool. ” in 2 reviews

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Marina El Cid Boulevard El Cid, Unidad 15, Km. 3

77580 Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo

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When we needed a large catamaran that could hold over 60 people, Paradise Catamaran came through with their 75' catamaran. We selected the 4-hour charter, which included the snorkeling excursion, snacks (ceviche, guac, and chips) and an open bar. Our guests had an incredible time!! The boat came equipped with clean restrooms, great snacks, and the staff kept the drinks flowing. If I could have done it again, I would not have personally done the snorkeling, as the waters were pretty challenging (even with a life vest) and not much marine life could be seen. We were lead in the water by our guide, but went pretty far... Despite our crew giving instructions to signal for assistance when needed in the water, our crew completely forgot all instructions when I actually needed help. Instead of coming to rescue when I signaled for help, they waved back at me... could have met my maker, but here I am, living to fight another day.

The best boating experience, hands down! My now Wife and I secured a sunset cruise with Paradise Catamarans for our Rehearsal Dinner Outing. We cannot say enough great things about the staff, catamaran and overall wonderful time our group had. In total we had 33 people, 28 adults and 5 children which fit very comfortably on the catamaran. Life jackets provided for the little ones. Very easy to book online and transportation to/from our Hotel accommodated. They went over and above making myself and the Bride feel special. Come equipped with a playlist on your phone, they can play it on the catamaran speakers which made it even better!

Great place! Met some great people! And had an absolutely great time! The drinks, the food, the entertainment ALL GOOD. They even surprised us with a birthday treat. thank you to the crew.

11 out of 10 ... best 4 hours of our week long trip. Fantastic marina, crew, and catamaran. The clean, spacious boat and stop that wasn't crowded with other boats made all the difference. The crew was the best I've experienced - Maria made our day. Covid cautious, safe, good drinks and snacks (great guac!), incredible views, and fun times. Highly recommend and we will use them again.

There are SO many positive things I could say about my experience with Paradise Catamarans. We booked via 'Riviera Maya Catamarans' and the staff was from this company. From the initial conversations with Camila and Karina, to the communication a few days prior to our boat adventure, everything was so seamless and safe. I could not believe the value of this trip (about $100 more than I planned to spend) to get a private, clean, and welcoming 36 ft catamaran all to ourselves. We had a group of 6, which was more than enough space! It was really important to me to have a private experience, and not compromising on quality. Lunch was delightful, so fresh and delicious.. drinks were flowing! I could not be happier with the time spent on the boat. I personally did not snorkel, but 3 out of the 6 of us did! They were overjoyed with the experience!! My only regret is not paying a bit more for the 7 hours total to be on the boat - we had only reserved 4 hours. The crew (Frank and 2 others) was best-in-class and so gracious to us, I would absolutely recommend this company time and time again. I speak for all of us when I say, thank you for making this such a memorable experience!!!! 10/10

My experience here with Paradise catamarans was absolutely phenomenal! My wife and I took our friends and family here on an excursion after our wedding and this was the cherry on top to our weekend! First the crew! They were all so kind and thoughtful! The energy they had made everyone excited and happy to be there. They made sure our drinks were full and that we always had everything we needed. Second the excursion! The water was crystal clear and you could see straight to the bottom. On the catamaran we had we were able to lay on the netting and look down as the boat was moving. It was pretty incredible! The snorkeling was super cool. Most of our group were beginners and the crew made sure everyone was good in the water and that we all got to see everything cool in the reef! Third was the food! We had some delicious ceviche, some bomb guacamole, and really good pico de gallo with chips. We told them we had just got married when we were signing up for the catamaran and they did some surprises for us that really really touched our hearts. Overall this experience was everything we could have hoped for and more! It was our first time doing something like this and when we do it again we will definitely go to them! If you're thinking of reserving one do it! Do it! Do it! And tell them if your going for a special occasion. They may do a little surprise for you too! I usually don't leave reviews! But this was soooo good that I had to!

Best Private Charter f the Caribbean! The boar, the crew, the food and the whole tour was awesome, I would not hesitate recommending this specially for private events.

Such a great experience. The crew was very hospitable and fun. This was my first time snorkeling and they were so patient and great coaches to help me get the hang of it. Special thanks to Jime for all his help in the water. We had a larger group of almost 40 people and everyone had a blast.

Hanging out up front for the ride out.

From the moment we stepped on the catamaran, our experience was first class! The crew was top notch! They surprised my parents (50th anniversary celebration) with champagne, flowers, cake and a petal ceremony. Weather was on our side so we had an amazing sunset cruise. I'd highly recommend to anyone thinking about taking a catamaran tour!!

The crew was amazing on this catamaran. They were attentive to our needs and took us to an amazing reef to dive on. Thanks for an amazing experience!

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Polynesian paradise at catamaran resort and spa in san diego.

By CV Weekly on August 22, 2024 No Comment

Travels with Greg

By Greg ARAGON  

My 6-year-old son has never left California. So when he said the Catamaran Resort and Spa ( www.catamaranresort.com ) in San Diego is more fun than Hawaii, I took it with a grain of salt. 

But then I started thinking. He has a good point. The tropical island-inspired Catamaran has everything a kid and his family love. It offers a big, beautiful swimming pool, a sandy beach, spacious rooms and suites, bike rentals, a video arcade, an onsite restaurant and lots of opportunities to make new friends. 

Our getaway to the Catamaran Resort began recently when we checked into a gorgeous bay front suite overlooking San Diego’s stunning Mission Bay. Spanning 438 square feet, the room was highlighted by a large patio that is literally steps from the sandy beach. 

The suite also boasted a big private bedroom with two queen beds and a large TV, a separate living area with another big TV, a pullout sofa, a wet bar with a refrigerator and a dining area. A large and spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower completed the room’s layout. 

Beyond the suite, the rest of the property is just as impressive. Featuring 310 rooms, the sprawling Polynesian-themed resort is surrounded by palm trees, waterfalls, koi ponds, exotic birds and lush vegetation.

The hotel is located in San Diego’s Pacific Beach community and sits on the shores of Mission Bay, a large, artificial saltwater bay created for recreational activities such as wakeboarding, jet skiing, sailing, camping, cycling, jogging, roller skating, skateboarding and sunbathing.

One of my family’s favorite spots at the resort was Mission Bay’s sandy beach located steps from our patio. Here the kids made sand castles and played in the water while we relaxed in lawn chairs, soaking rays and admiring the coastline.

The beach was also where we rented a 21-ft Hurricane powerboat and cruised around the bay for a fun-filled hour. We rented the boat from Action Sports Rentals ( www.actionsportrentals.com/catamaran-resort-hotel-spa/ ), which has a booth on the dock in front of the Catamaran Resort. 

It was an epic voyage. After learning how to control the vessel and finding the proper speed for the bay, we cruised into the morning sun. Along the way we waved to boaters and paddle boarders, sailed beneath an old bridge and past expensive condos and luxury hotels. The boat was easy to maneuver, had lots of seating and shade and was a perfect family outing for the afternoon. 

After mooring the boat, we went to the resort’s large pool area where my kids played in the water and made new friends. Secluded behind tall palm trees, the pool is a tropical oasis with lots of seating, a Jacuzzi and a bar. Each day, the pool area offered a free kids’ program for hotel guests. 

Next to the pool is also a video arcade, full of free games for kids and their parents. My son and I had a great time there, shooting basketballs, racing cars and playing foosball. 

From the pool, we walked along a lush, tropical path to Oceana Coastal Kitchen, the resort’s on-site signature restaurant. Boasting beachfront dining with spectacular views of Mission Bay, Oceana serves creative, coastal California dishes with an eclectic flare. The restaurant, led by executive chef Paul Arias, won Tripadvisor’s 2023 Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best” Restaurants for Everyday Eats, ranking 10 th best in the U.S. 

Our dinner at Oceana began with a delicious bowl of New England style clam chowder with bacon, red bliss potato, thyme, cream and steamed little neck clams on top and mixed in. I am a major chowder fan and this bowl had the perfect amount of creaminess along with a perfect clam to potato ratio, making it one of the best I’ve had. 

The restaurant also specializes in sushi and when we sampled the Oceana House Roll we fell in love. The rolls are exquisitely filled with eel, tempura shrimp, crab, Nori, avocado and unagi sauce. This dish is a work of culinary art. 

We completed our dinner at Oceana with a succulent grilled prime hanger steak with smoked potato puree, watercress, cippolini and macadamia chimichurri; and  a tasty Hawaiian style pad Thai with stir fried vegetables, tofu, pineapple, chili, macadamia nuts, cilantro and soy. 

After dinner we strolled along the beach and watched the sun fall into Mission Bay. 

The next morning we had potatoes and eggs, and a plate of chilaquiles for breakfast at Oceana, and then rented a surrey bike from Action Sports Rentals. We then pedaled around the bay. Along the way we saw sailboarders fling over waves and then stopped at a park for the kids to play. 

Back at the resort we watched a demonstration featuring the hotel’s exotic parrots including vibrant macaws, beautiful cockatoos and a lilac-crowned amazon. Some of the birds talk and can say things like “hi,” “hello” and “goodbye.” The parrots are available to view outside daily between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Pacific time, depending on the weather.

We concluded the day at the resort’s Sunset Luau. Held on the shores of Mission Bay, the luaus are a festive celebration of Polynesian food, music and dances perfect for family and friends. The party begins with a lei with real flowers and a delicious Mai Tai. This was followed by an all-you-can-eat buffet with Hawaiian-inspired rice and salads and various succulent meats including pork, chicken and fish. 

Local luau group Pride of Polynesia provided authentic island music and dance featuring hula and fiery torch dancers. Kids also got a chance to hula dance and participate in activities at the Kids Corner where they made flowered leis, festive crafts, colored and played with stick-on tattoos.

Catamaran Resort and Spa is located at 3999 Mission Blvd. in San Diego CA 92109. For more information and reservations call (858) 488-1081 or visit www.catamaranresort.com .

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