I've been to Acapulco too !  The problem with it is, I fell in love with the whole thing. It's all I can think about.  The skiing, the friends you'll make, the food, the scenery, the local people, the weather, everything.

It truly is paradise. It changed my life outlook.

I'm sure Costa Rica is awesome too, just haven't been there.

Steve B.

Hey I'm looking into going to acapulco or costa rica.  I'm having a hard time making a decision. I'm going alone - hubby doesn't ski and doesn't want to tag along.  I also saw St. Martin too.  Does Costa Rica have good coaches?

Nicole,
As far as safety in Mexico it's primarily the border towns that are the sketchiest, and that's primarily if you are looking for trouble. I'd go to any of the resort towns in a heartbeat.

I've been to Acapulco twice and will echo what the others said - it's the best in every way. You can't beat it. Go!!
Jim

Well I guess heroin addiction might be cheaper and the fix last longer, but adrenalin is the best drug.

Headed to Paradise in Nov, 2nd trip, first time was awesome. This time will be in new Villa, life is great!

yep first week -11/6 - 13

At Ski Paradise meals are included (and they are incredible) except for the last night everyone goes out to a local restaurant and the bill is split up. Bar is not included. Guests stop at Costco or a liquor store on the way in from the airport and stock up on whatever they want. Usually another Costco run occurs sometime during the week as well.

By "whisky" you mean "tequila", right? You serve, they serve, whoever. The bar by the pool/hot tub and outdoor living room is kind of the main hang out area after you get back from skiing at the lagoon and before dinner, then it continues to be the hang out after dinner unless you decide to go into town. Ramon, who is sort of the "house manager" and who is absolutely awesome (tip him well) will make and serve drinks, but when he is busy with other tasks it's self-serve. There is also a really nice game room with a pool table, piano, big screen for watching movies and sweet bar.

It's so insanely nice that I'm driving myself crazy thinking about it. I have to get back there!!

Massages were happening both at the ski site and later at the villa, I think it's like $35 - $40 + tip for about an hour massage and worth every penny. We did have one video session that was included, played back and analyzed at the palapa, not sure if this is still the case. Had a little competitive tourney at the end where Gordon divided us into two teams, gave us handicaps and we had a friendly tournament on the side by side courses, was a lot of fun, again, not sure if this is still the case.

jbski is right, plan to tip well - we pooled at the end for Ramon and the house staff (cooks/housekeeping). DON'T get tricked into tipping non-ski paradise staff at the airport or downtown, the locals are relentless in trying to get into your pockets.