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My Experience Of My Vacation

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Before taking my last vacation, I was almost convinced that affordability and excitement could not exist in the same sentence in today’s economy. After several failed attempts of planning for an inexpensive getaway, I decided to store the idea in the compartments of my mind. Nevertheless, the opportunity presented itself six months ago in the form of an invitation. That’s right! I was finally going to get the mini vacation I was in search of, with all the bells and whistles in one package. The invitation was extended to me, through Dimples and Diamonds empowerment group for women, based out of Savannah, Georgia. Dimples and Diamonds had a weekend retreat planned for the last week in September 2017 at Sonesta Resort on Hilton Head
Island. The island is located off the coastal region of South Carolina where it is known for it’s rich Gullah Geechee culture and recreational areas. The Sonesta reminded me of a huge burrito with everything you wanted wrapped into one bite for our pleasure. The resort at Hilton Head offered an economical and comfortable stay; as well as a broad array of activities for a group or an individual of any age group. Sonesta presented a few packages for comfort and pleasure, that made planning a stay for the weekend like a cake walk. The prices ranged from $250 per night individually or $135 per night for groups. I chose the group package because I was traveling with a group of four. After taxes and security fees were applied, the total cost was $450 for a three-day weekend. The customer service representative also informed me of additional discounts and rewards that could be used if we resided at the resort. That wasn’t a bad deal after all since the security fees were credited back to your account after you checked out of the resort. The overall customer service experience was one that should go down in the books. If you are one that pride yourself in great customer service; like myself, you could not help but notice the small gestures of courtesy that the staff showed upon arrival and upon departure. The atmosphere was welcoming with exceptional greeters. The aroma from various restaurants and savory smells of the Gullah cuisine filled the air, accompanied by filtered water

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