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ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/2/2012 8:41:44 PM
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monofrio
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I am struggling with this subject. I guess I could try to write an email to administration, at ABR, for an update or explanation but I thought for sure a Locogringo would have the scoop on this. I guess there is something to be said for not releasing tenative plans for new construction at the resort. But I would also think that ABR would want to inform thier loyal guests, of the plans. Surely with the fences and buildings being torn down, they would give us an update. Or do we matter and are we just "dust in the wind".
I am going to follow the forum for awhile and hopefully this mystery will be solved. I have seen change over the last 33 years I have visited, some I like some I don't. but come on, there has to be some sort of plan of what they are doing with the property by the moonrise bar. And if anyone has photos of progess. I would love to see them..
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/3/2012 12:50:31 AM
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We will be down on Dec 12th and can take some pictures and give an update. We were going to make a sign and take it down but with no place to hang it that will have to wait.
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/3/2012 11:53:36 AM
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Kitchop
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“ABR being rebuilt”
Here's a cut & paste from that other site. I don't see anything here on LG yet but it sounds like we can expect some photos from VSD soon.
"Dec 03, 2012, 11:07 AM
Vancouversundog, Vancouver, 12,566 forum posts
Just returned. talked to Management and the construction posts/barriers are going up. Bldg 1,2, most of 3 , Moonrise bar, old dive shop and the old alacarte complex will soon be gone. the vacant lot by bldg 1 will also be in the new rebuilt section. it should take 2 years to complete, hopefully less. will post photos over on LG"
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/3/2012 12:59:59 PM
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roadking
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Just learned from friends who are ABR regulars (as we have been for 10 years) that almost all activities are no longer available (archery, tennis, pingpong, exercise room, etc) and that the Moonrise Bar has been torn down. They learned this only AFTER booking their trip and then calling the resort when they learned about the remodeling. ABR management has also been very coy about the construction (over two years ??) on their Facebook page, not really posting any info of value to guests. I am not willing to listen to unabated construction noise while trying to relax on a most beautiful beach, and am very unhappy with the lack of honesty on the part of the ABR. For 2013, we're looking to go elsewhere, perhaps the Catalonia Royal Tulum. Anyone have comments on that resort? We've never been there. Thanks for any info and/or updates anyone can provide about ABR.
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/3/2012 1:55:08 PM
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otpara
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I understand change can be good. And I am all for ABR finding ways to bring back the people. However, this is NOT a simple vacation for us! We chose this area because we love it and wanted to share it with our family. However, for ABR to take my money for our ceremony and not say anything! That's shady in my opinion.
But you know what? Its not the only beach in that area and at this point, I will gladly move down the road.
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/3/2012 2:04:14 PM
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just beachy
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Oh boy....I've been following all the news about ABR for the last week now. Gotta say, info is less than vague as to what they plan for the interim in regards to a beach bar. We have booked again for the end of Feb. and are bringing another couple. I'm starting to get a little worried we made the wrong decision.they fell in love with the place based on our "good times" at the Moonrise, the access to snorkelling and palapas adjacent to it, and the general peace and quiet, laid back vacation that went with it. A construction zone isn't in my vacation plans anywhere.period.and large crowded beach areas and beach chair/palapa wars don't rate very high on my list either.hope they figure it out soon. I haven't broken the news to our travel companions yet, and options for booking another Akumal place may have to be made. So disappointing!
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/3/2012 2:53:10 PM
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KAFOKA
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Seagoat -
We don't know the extent -they could put the fence up and not do anything for months.
To be honest, I am going to HAC end of March/April and if there is jackhammers all day long on the other side of the fence - I am not going to be happy. I don't know if that will be the case because I have no idea what they are doing and how close to HAC they are building.
I will wait and see what happens in the next few months - but construction noise was not in my Itinerary....
And I am sad to see that empty lot go -
but hopeful that the change will fantastic...
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/3/2012 7:46:49 PM
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I'm really sad to see so many negative posts about the new goings on at ABR. Everyone has complained about how the place is going downhill, the standard rooms are bad, etc etc. So now they are doing something about it and they're being shot down before they get in the air.
I agree with Seagoat, it's a business, they won't want to run customers off. Yes, there will probably be a bit of noise, which could be why they are putting the temporary new Moonrise down by building 6 & 7, so it's quieter and not as dusty. The snack bar is a fine place to hang out and it has food. The snorkeling out front is great. And there aren't a bunch of daytrippers. (I sooo hope ABR won't be taking the snorkel groups out south of building 3, then I will be really worried for the reef)
Since I don't go to ABR's fb page or their website I have no idea if they are warning people about the changes to the resort - they really should say something. But hey, it's Mexico - I bet even the construction crew doesn't know when they're starting. Or finishing.
Stay calm and carry on - until there's some real news.
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/3/2012 9:57:50 PM
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ORIGINAL: barata
I'm really sad to see so many negative posts about the new goings on at ABR. Everyone has complained about how the place is going downhill, the standard rooms are bad, etc etc. So now they are doing something about it and they're being shot down before they get in the air.
I agree with Seagoat, it's a business, they won't want to run customers off. Yes, there will probably be a bit of noise, which could be why they are putting the temporary new Moonrise down by building 6 & 7, so it's quieter and not as dusty. The snack bar is a fine place to hang out and it has food. The snorkeling out front is great. And there aren't a bunch of daytrippers. (I sooo hope ABR won't be taking the snorkel groups out south of building 3, then I will be really worried for the reef)
Since I don't go to ABR's fb page or their website I have no idea if they are warning people about the changes to the resort - they really should say something. But hey, it's Mexico - I bet even the construction crew doesn't know when they're starting. Or finishing.
Stay calm and carry on - until there's some real news.
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Agree with you Barata. The fences were being pounded into the sand during my last snorkel on Nov 30th.
People complain about the lousy rooms/mold, etc in the old buidlings, well now they're doing something about it.
ABR is like a cult following....so many people have so much to say. Folks, we don't own the property, it's TIME for some much needed updates! It's TIME for some changes, I only hope that with those changes they don't spike their rates - just because they (think) they can. I'm all for updating and improvements, I just hope they don't change my 'home' into some monsterous mega/modern place. I want to come home to 'welcomes' and hugs...I don't want to come home to strangers....that's not home.
I hope, REALLY HOPE that they curtail their damn snorkel groups out of the dive shop area because from what I saw my last week there, they were one of the biggest offenders, and the poor turtles seem like they are being 'crowded' south in the bay..not good for them, or for the coral Very sad to see....
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/4/2012 6:18:57 AM
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Jamie
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Well I have only stayed there once, in 2009 during the height of swine flu (and I think I was the last person to checkout the day they closed) but I really liked the place. Venta was running it then, the food was decent (well dinners could have been improved upon) and I stayed in 403 and loved the room. Just hoping they will have some construction sales, as I would like to go back in May. I love HAC but dang, their prices are getting up there for this gal who lives on Social Security and a small pension. CRT looks good but cannot afford their single supplement at 100% of the per person rate. Maybe Playa Caribe Casitas if ABR does not drop their rates during low season and construction.
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RE: ABR construction update. Who knows??? - 12/4/2012 9:42:55 AM
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Vancouver Sundog
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(archery, tennis, pingpong, exercise room, etc)
there was another thread that the new excerise / activity room will by by / under the Theatre
I am trying to keep in touch with Management but even Renato said he hasn't been shown the final plans so no reason to tell us something before they know
As for jackhammering beside HAC, there are only palm trees in the empty lot ?????
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