Sol Beach Yangyang — Hotel in undefined

Okay, picture this: it's January, outside resembles a penguin convention, and you're questioning life choices faster than a squirrel on Red Bull. Then, you remember your escape: Sol Beach Yang Yang. Now, I was expecting palm trees swaying in trade winds, not icicles dangling like chandeliers. But let me tell you, this place stole my frozen toes right off (metaphorically, the sandals stayed on), and here's why:||||Beachy Charm on Ice: Forget sandcastles, imagine "snowcastles!" Okay, maybe not, but the winter wonderland vibe was on point. The beach was like a sparkling white runway for penguins (which they did not appreciate, my snowman creation got the side-eye), and the ocean roared like a giant, grumpy walrus (but way prettier).||||Sunny Service Even When the Sun's Shy: The staff were rays of sunshine, even if the actual sun was playing hide-and-seek with the clouds. They greeted you with smiles warmer than a yeti's armpit, and their helpfulness could melt an iceberg (metaphor overload, I know, but roll with it!).||||Cozy AF Without the Clichés: Forget cheesy log cabins and flickering fireplaces (though they had those too if you're into that). Sol Beach Yang Yang's winter digs were like a chic Scandinavian spa meets a beach bum's dream. Think fluffy blankets softer than a polar bear's belly, ocean views that made you forget the windchill, and hot tubs that turned you into a human soup dumpling (don't eat me!).||||Activities to Warm Your Inner Child: Forget building sandcastles, try "ice-castle-battles!" Okay, maybe not, but the activities were awesome. They had bonfires that could roast a mammoth (don't try that either), board games older than Santa Claus, and karaoke nights that made even the tone-deaf sound like angels (or at least beluga whales).||||Food to Make Your Taste Buds Tango: The food was like a warm hug for your stomach. Fresh seafood that would make Poseidon jealous, soups that could cure frostbite, and desserts that tasted like stolen sunshine. Seriously, I think I gained 5 pounds of pure happiness, and I blame the chocolate lava cake (worth it).||||Overall: Sol Beach Yang Yang turned my winter blues into beachy brights. It was a place where you could sip hot cocoa on the shore, watch the aurora borealis do its light show, and forget that the outside world was probably covered in slush. So, if you're looking for a winter escape that's equal parts cozy and cool, skip the Bahamas and head to Sol Beach Yang Yang. Trust me, even penguins will approve (they might steal your fries though, be warned).||||P.S.: The Wi-Fi was strong enough to stream walrus documentaries, which is all you really need in...

Okay, picture this: it's January, outside resembles a penguin convention, and you're questioning life choices faster than a squirrel on Red Bull. Then, you remember your escape: Sol Beach Yang Yang. Now, I was expecting palm trees swaying in trade winds, not icicles dangling like chandeliers. But let me tell you, this place stole my frozen toes right off (metaphorically, the sandals stayed on), and here's why:||||Beachy Charm on Ice: Forget sandcastles, imagine "snowcastles!" Okay, maybe not, but the winter wonderland vibe was on point. The beach was like a sparkling white runway for penguins (which they did not appreciate, my snowman creation got the side-eye), and the ocean roared like a giant, grumpy walrus (but way prettier).||||Sunny Service Even When the Sun's Shy: The staff were rays of sunshine, even if the actual sun was playing hide-and-seek with the clouds. They greeted you with smiles warmer than a yeti's armpit, and their helpfulness could melt an iceberg (metaphor overload, I know, but roll with it!).||||Cozy AF Without the Clichés: Forget cheesy log cabins and flickering fireplaces (though they had those too if you're into that). Sol Beach Yang Yang's winter digs were like a chic Scandinavian spa meets a beach bum's dream. Think fluffy blankets softer than a polar bear's belly, ocean views that made you forget the windchill, and hot tubs that turned you into a human soup dumpling (don't eat me!).||||Activities to Warm Your Inner Child: Forget building sandcastles, try "ice-castle-battles!" Okay, maybe not, but the activities were awesome. They had bonfires that could roast a mammoth (don't try that either), board games older than Santa Claus, and karaoke nights that made even the tone-deaf sound like angels (or at least beluga whales).||||Food to Make Your Taste Buds Tango: The food was like a warm hug for your stomach. Fresh seafood that would make Poseidon jealous, soups that could cure frostbite, and desserts that tasted like stolen sunshine. Seriously, I think I gained 5 pounds of pure happiness, and I blame the chocolate lava cake (worth it).||||Overall: Sol Beach Yang Yang turned my winter blues into beachy brights. It was a place where you could sip hot cocoa on the shore, watch the aurora borealis do its light show, and forget that the outside world was probably covered in slush. So, if you're looking for a winter escape that's equal parts cozy and cool, skip the Bahamas and head to Sol Beach Yang Yang. Trust me, even penguins will approve (they might steal your fries though, be warned).||||P.S.: The Wi-Fi was strong enough to stream walrus documentaries, which is all you really need in...

It's beautiful here, for sure, and there are cute activities for the kiddos at all hours of the day, from arcades to an area for driving cars (similar to Power Wheels), even with remote controls.That's about where the positive feedback stops, however. Be prepared for the most disappointing customer service by resort staff I've ever experienced, especially at the front desk. If you're a foreigner, just don't expect staff to understand or be remotely accommodating without condescension. Restaurant staff are pretty friendly, though. Also, BRING YOUR OWN TOWELS!! The ones they offer are smaller than the size bath houses offer, and they charge you for additional towels. One of our rooms also wreaks of cigarettes, which we've had to switch with relatives, for the sake of the kids. It'll help to bring your own water and food/snacks as backup for picky eaters, as they're priced at a premium at the little on-site market. Overall, the service you receive at any place is enough to make or break an experience. I've been visiting my extended family for 2 weeks now with my nieces, nephew, parents and siblings, and we've been staying at hotels and resorts all over this country. We can all agree that the treatment my relatives have received here so far at Sol Beach Hotel & Resort is, by far, the absolute worst.

Oh, and I really wish the resort would leave the bird nests alone. We're all just trying to make it, including mama birds &...