Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is aiming for a December 1, 2012 opening for the newly revitalized Dorado Beach Resort on the north shore of Puerto Rico. I have fond memories of the old Dorado Beach Hotel, as my dad took us there for two Christmas vacations back in the 1960's. (I'm dating myself). I remember the nice beach, the wonderfully warm sea water, comfortable and attractive guest rooms, and all the activities (dances on the beach, organized children's program, even one particularly lucky Bingo night at which my brothers and cousins seemed to have all the luck, winning several games).
But my most unique memory of Dorado Beach? Meeting Vice President-elect Hubert Humphrey face-to-face. This must have been after the 1964 elections but before the date of the inauguration in 1965. What a different world we lived in back then. A teenage boy could walk right up to the Vice-President elect and have a conversation, and nobody thought anything of it!
Originally a RockResort, this was a great vacation spot with 4 championship golf courses and an extensive tennis program as well. Ritz-Carlton has built a new and up-to-date resort right on the foundations of the original hotel. Every guest room is oceanfront! Dorado Beach is not yet taking reservations, but if you're looking for Festive Season accommodations for next winter, Dorado Beach is a place to consider.
As a Ritz-Carlton STARS agency, our guests will receive complimentary daily breakfasts and other exclusive amenities.
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