Skip the line: Gold Member Ticket Playa del Carmen

Terrific night from start to finish, picked up from our hotel in an air conditioned bus. On arrival in Playa Del Carmen told where and what time bus would be there at the end of the night. Taken to Coco Bongos waited about 10 mins max until we were admitted. Shown to our raised seats with a side view to the stage. Immediately our waiter brought us drinks and continued the whole night as soon as there was a happy glass he was there with a new one and nice drinks not too strong. Basket snacks of either burger, hotdog or nachos with fries served during the show. Great atmosphere and the staff were very friendly and toilets were immaculate. The show itself self was terrific with so much going on you didn’t know where to look! We went on a Saturday and was busy so not sure if it’s the same every night. Would definitely recommend if your in Playa Del Carmen a not to be missed evening.

So disappointed with this 'show' and venue. We paid gold member so we could have a seat, which we got however, it was the worst seat in the house, positioned against the stage wall and under/behind the big screens. Couldn't see what was happening on the stage unless they were on the little podiums. Had a slightly better view of the dance floor stage but due to the very small space, I couldn't stand up so could just see one corner. The comments about it being the best show ever really surprise me. I have seen primary school productions that would put it to shame, very dated. Service seemed good while we were there. Food was what you'd expect, cheap and cheerful style hotdogs/burgers. We left after an hour so was a very expensive 'night out' for us at £247 gbp for 2 people. I never really complain and it is rare for us not to enjoy a new experience but this was something else.

Average would be my overall review We purchased the tickets at the RIU Tequila from the 'official' team based there Trusting as a special celebration we had the best view/seats, VIP, private bathroom, free transport, unlimited drinks Transport left 30 late as we were waiting for other guests - we were told if we was late the coach would go... so why did it wait Coach parked, not far away but in a dirty area, rubbish/cockroaches and quite a few turns to remember after tequila! Little bit of a queue getting in - free shot why waiting. Security really good and thorough. Family member had portable fan taken off her. We were taken to our seats which were AWFUL... back row of the balcony right next to stage behind a plastic palm tree! Luckily the people next to us moved early doors and we could move across.. we couldn't see half of the show though - so go front row if you want to see. Management offered us better seats for an additional 240 US dollars - we already paid £720!!! (6 people) Food was good and the drinks were plentiful and very strong! No private bathroom - everyone shares the one on the bottom floor - you have to fight your way through the very crowded dancefloor to reach the bathroom VIP area not gated off or exclusive - people from the dance floor were sitting on our spare seats...! The show was good - but definitely not out of this world - I would spend my money on a better trip. On reflection I should have checked the price on line as I am disappointed we paid over 2000 peso's more than going direct to Coco Bongo