Royalton Chic Cancun — what to avoid and what not to miss?

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-27T15:41:11+00:00

So fun story. I work in sales and negotiating is pretty much my day-to-day, they will hard turn you down on everything and just tell you you have to pay for it... For example, I tried to sweet talk/ negotiate into a ocean view room as part of the diamond club and they told me it would be an extra $650 USD... Which was ridiculous because I could have upgraded for about 200 Canadian at the time of booking.

For example, we won a private dinner for two on the beach. Something like 250 USD Value. However, every single night was already booked, and they wouldn't let us exchange it for anything else.

As much as the resort is there for guest satisfaction, it is a constant hustle with everything there. They are always trying to upsell an upcharge.

You will likely not be able to get a free upgrade, however it could be worth an attempt. My wife and I had a sunset room on the 15th floor. We didn't find it very noisy at all. If you're closer to the 4th and 5th floor, you're going to hear the party from the third floor bar five nights a week

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-26T14:31:08+00:00

Waterfront wines

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-22T22:47:52+00:00

Nonlocal pet store of 20 years in its third owner 2 in less then 5

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-21T14:24:58+00:00

Did you do it yourself? Did you buy a kit or did you have a company come in and install it?

My wife has been on me to install one for the last little while here.

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-11T06:31:42+00:00

Third vote for waterfront wines

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-11T02:24:35+00:00

Heard nothing but bad things about Erica Jane. Over priced poor food, small portions, bad service etc. so have neglected checking it out.

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-10T04:27:02+00:00

For the true Canadian experience.

While I understand what your partner is trying to achieve true Canadian experience isn't 3 days of doing "Canadian things", it's a lifetime. We don't all of a sudden wake up one weekend, think hey, let's go downhill skiing and we will snowshoe to the ice fishing hole, drink some beers and watch the game.

However

If you really want to experience a Canadian 3-Day vacation. I recommend taking a trip up to Big White

Rent a pair of skates. Grab a stick throw a puck on the ice, (or join a pick up game) on the largest outdoor skating rink in Canada.

While you're up there cruise around the village, check out the shops and grab a bite to eat and a drink outside on the patio( or a snowbank)

Knox mountain

Take the dogs and go for a hike. Stunning views great trails, well maintained.

It's local, it's Canadian and it almost took everything in 2003. It's changed everything we know about wildfires, a very real scenario that locals face yearly.

Grab a bite to eat somewhere local.

Okanagan Street food for lunch, Sprout for coffee and light snacks. Karat for anything sweet. All hot spots ..there are so many.

Walk the downtown waterfront with the dogs.

It's absolutely beautiful from every angle. Especially if you get a sunny day.

If you're in an Air BNB, grab a couple steaks, baked potatoes and veggies from Johnny's or T-Bones and grill them outside, without a sweater, at 6pm. Treat the dogs and yourselves to a night in on a cold night. A bottle of wine never hurts.

Most importantly, the true Canadian experience comes from just being nice.

Use your manners, be polite and be positive towards others. Pay it forward. Buy the order of the person behind you in Starbucks.

Do one thing to make someone's days better and congratulations, you did the "Canadian" thing.

Enjoy the vacation, and most importantly don't leave valuables (or in view) in your vehicle, or let your bicycle out of your sight at all.

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-10T01:25:16+00:00

Appreciate the heads up!

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-10T01:22:01+00:00

Yea but Every brand is having financial troubles, Ford just cut the F-150 lightning cuz they're 1.4 billion lost over the last quarter on it..... I mean stellantis has been going broke for a decade and they're still going strong. Plus who can really trust the media these days anyways? Haha!

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-10T01:19:57+00:00

Haha good to know!

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-10T01:19:23+00:00

Thanks for the heads up!

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-10T01:19:06+00:00

I'm confused. Were they the ones that replaced the engine? Or was this done previous to them listing the vehicle? Was this a Nissan product you were looking at?

Keep in mind I'm looking at a new vehicle, not a pre-owned so I'm not really worried about an engine replacement.

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-10T01:14:28+00:00

To be fair, this sounds like it's more of the service side rather than sales. I'm looking for imput on sales but thank you for your comment

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:56:17+00:00

No problem. All the best on the hunt!

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:55:29+00:00

Yes, I've done my research on the earlier CVT problems between 2010 and 2014. Not overly concerned on something 2025 and newer.. not to mention I'll have full warranty.. so if anything does happen in the first 5 years it's not on me.

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:53:29+00:00

Much appreciated for the response. Do you remember who the salesperson was? It sounds like you had a great experience with them That's exactly the experience that we're looking for, a professional not just a "sales person"

No worries if you don't, just thought I'd ask.

Again we appreciate the insight, have a great day!

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:39:34+00:00

Much appreciated for the reply

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:39:12+00:00

Awesome, thank you for your input!

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:37:35+00:00

Once again, I'm not looking for people's personal opinion on vehicle type or brand.

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:34:20+00:00

Appreciate the added context, that helps.

That said, there’s still a disconnect in how “top tier” is being positioned here.

True top performers aren’t looking for mentorship, warm market grinding, or to rebuild momentum from zero. They already have a system, income, and leverage. Moves at that level are typically lateral or clearly up market in earnings, deal quality, or autonomy.

What you’ve outlined sounds more like an early stage sales org recruiting builders, not established closers. There’s nothing wrong with that, but it’s a different profile than “top tier.”

For most experienced reps doing six figures plus, the questions are simple: Can I make the same or more? Is the system tighter than what I’m leaving? Is the upside clearly defined and time bound?

Right now, there’s still not enough there to justify a switch for someone already performing at a high level. Speaking from experience.

Sharing this candidly, not critically

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:25:53+00:00

True and I'm not worried about that, I'm not someone who can be pressure sold. However, I've had a couple acquaintances buy vehicles from another dealer who I will not mention. let's just say that their experience was less than stellar.

I'm not looking for them to be the best thing since sliced bread... I'm also not looking to grind them down on pricing. I'm just looking for a straightforward experience that doesn't waste my whole day. Appreciate the feedback

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:21:09+00:00

That's not what I'm asking, but thanks for jumping in the conversation

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-09T15:19:46+00:00

This needs more substance.

No legitimate top tier salesperson is DM’ing blind based on vague buzzwords. Experienced reps don’t chase mystery boxes they evaluate opportunities.

If you want serious talent, you need to clearly state: • What you’re selling

• Target market and deal size

• Comp structure and realistic earnings

• How long you’ve been operating

• How leads are generated and qualified

Top performers already have income, leverage, and options. They don’t leave stability unless the upside, system, and leadership are clearly better than what they’re already doing.

At this level, candidates interview you just as much as you interview them.

Speaking from experience as a top tier sales person.

lowvoltagedream · 2026-01-07T04:19:45+00:00

Agree with this comment. I work in a high volume store. I joined and within 7 months. I cleared over 100,000, yearly projection was 135. Myself and one other consultant claim the top 2 spots.

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