24 Apple Vacations Reviews & Ratings
25% Recommend
Tour Reviews
V
Vicky
Apple Vacations June 2016
- Value 5.0
- Guide 5.0
- Activities 5.0
- Lodging 5.0
- Transportation 5.0
- Meals 5.0
G
Geannie
Apple Vacations June 2016
- Value 5.0
- Guide 5.0
- Activities 5.0
- Lodging 5.0
- Transportation 5.0
- Meals 5.0
FAQ
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From Apple Vacations
Apple Vacations is one of the nation’s largest and most respected vacation companies. In business since 1969, the company is headquartered just outside Philadelphia with regional offices in Chicago and Boston. Apple Vacations is the nation’s largest provider of exclusive non-stop vacation flights. Apple’s robust product line includes popular beach resorts in Mexico, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Panama and Colombia; ski resorts throughout North and South America; European city stays, escorted tours and river cruises; and luxury villas throughout Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe. Apple Vacations was a pioneer to many of today’s most popular vacation destinations such as Cancun, Punta Cana and Huatulco, and was the first to sell “all-inclusive vacations” to the U.S. market. Today, Apple Vacations carries more leisure travelers to Mexico and the Dominican Republic than any vacation company worldwide, and is a leader to the Caribbean, the Hawaiian Islands and Costa Rica. Apple Vacations Resort Representatives* provide the highest level of personalized service to customers, and client satisfaction is carefully monitored through Vacation Satisfaction Questionnaires. Apple Vacations is the only vacation company to rate hotels solely on client feedback. Apple Vacations is a proud member of the fast-growing Apple Leisure Group, which holds a unique niche in the U.S. travel industry as not only one of the largest wholesale vacation providers from the US to Latin America and the Caribbean, but also one with a vertically integrated business model. We're Honored For years, vacationers have been saying that Apple Vacations is the best – and many of the nation's most reputable travel authorities have made it official...read more about Apple Vacations' Awards and Achievements.
We include transfers.
While other travel sites charge up to $100 per person for airport transfers, our packages already include 'em. We know that getting you to your destination means more than just a flight.
We offer non-stop flights.
Tired of the awful layovers and inconvenient flight times? Our Exclusive Vacation Flights surround you with fellow vacationers, and are often among the few non-stop options to your destination. We'll help you get the most of your vacation with convenient morning departures and evening returns. Don't have a Vacation Flight from your city? No worries - we work with all major carriers. We'll get you beachside in no time.
We provide more value & more upgrades.
More than just a room and a great price, we are pleased to offer Exceptional Values at most of our hotels. Book with us and enjoy a variety of added values like room upgrades, golf discounts, value-priced wedding packages and more! We think our resorts are spectacular, but don't listen to us - listen to fellow vacationers who've been there. After all, that's how our hotels earn their ratings!
We offer a friendly face in a faraway place.
While other booking sites leave you high-and-dry once you've boarded the plane, we got you covered throughout your entire trip. With our in-resort representatives, you've always got a friendly face in a faraway place.
We offer you peace of mind.
We get it. Things don't always go according to plan. That's why you should protect your investment. AV-OK Total Vacation Security not only covers cancellation and change penalties, it also offers our Best Price Guarantee and in-resort coverage.
We guarantee the best prices.
While we do our best to make sure our fares are the lowest around, we realize that - on occasion - we may not be the lowest shop in town. No worries. With our Price Match Guarantee, if you find the same vacation priced lower, we will adjust your cost.
We have the best vacation experts.
In addition to ongoing state-side service training, sadly our team is also subjected to the torture of traveling to our destinations. Resort tours, fine dining, spa treatments, snorkeling... the torment never ends for these guys. But hey, we're committed to do whatever it takes to be your Vacation Expert.
We've got groups down.
We get it, planning group dinner can seem impossible. Let alone a group vacation, incentive trip, or *gasp*, a Destination Wedding. No matter your group getaway goals, our team will work closely with you to make sure this process is as painless as possible.
We are award winners.
In case you haven't heard, we've won an award or two. As a reigning "Best Tour Operator" to both Mexico and the Caribbean for 10 years running, we'll do everything possible to uphold our reputation...and make your vacation great.
Awards:2015
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - TravelAge West WAVE Awards
Best Vacation Packager Mexico & Latin America - travAlliancemedia Travvy Awards
2014
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - TravelAge West
Best Tour Operator to Caribbean - TravelAge West
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Inside Sales Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Sales Managers - MAST Travel Network Awards
2013
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - TravelAge West
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to the Caribbean - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Inside Sales Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Marketing Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Support of Travel Agents in Consumer Marketing - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Sales Managers - MAST Travel Network Awards
2012
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - TravelAge West
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Gold Winner for Advertising/Marketing -"Apple Vacations Goes Green" - Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
Best Inside Sales Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Marketing Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Support of Travel Agents in Consumer Marketing - MAST Travel Network Awards
2011
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator/Wholesaler to Mexico & Latin America - Travalliance
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - TravelAge West
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Travel Agent Incentive Program - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Silver Winner for Advertising/Marketing -"The Apple Advantage" - Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
Best Inside Sales Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Marketing Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Support of Travel Agents in Consumer Marketing - MAST Travel Network Awards
2010
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Travel Agent Incentive Program - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Silver Winner for Consumer Website - Hawaii Microsite - Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
Best Inside Sales Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Marketing Support - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Support of Travel Agents in Consumer Marketing - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Brochures, Marketing & Sales Tools - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Internet Site for Agents - MAST Travel Network Awards
2009
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - TravelAge West WAVE Awards
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator; Mexico/Latin America - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Travel Agent Incentive Program - Recommend Magazine Readers Choice Award
Best Tour Operator for Mexico - Agent @ Home Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator; Mexico/Latin America - Vacation Agent Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Gold Winner for Advertising/Marketing - "Ask An Agent" Campaign - Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
Silver Winner for Consumer Collateral - Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
Best Internet Site for Agents - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Customer Service - MAST Travel Network Awards
2008
Best Online Booking Tool for Travel Agents (Technology & Web Usage Report) - ASTA
Best Tour Operator to Mexico- Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to the Caribbean- Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to Hawaii - TravelAge West WAVE Editor’s Pick Awards
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - TravelAge West WAVE Editor’s Pick Awards
Best Tour Operator for Mexico - Agent @ Home Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator, Mexico/Latin America - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Brochures, Marketing & Sales Tools - MAST Travel Network Awards
Best Internet Site for Agents - MAST Travel Network Awards
2007
Best Tour Operator; Mexico/Latin America - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator, Mexico - TravelAge West WAVE Awards
Best Tour Operator Website Designed for Travel Agents - TravelAge West WAVE Editor's Pick
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Agent @ Home Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator to the Caribbean -Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
In Recognition of Outstanding Service - Delta Airlines Awards
Apple Vacations became the first U.S. tour operator to deliver its millionth passenger to the Dominican Republic.
2006
Best Tour Operator; Caribbean - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator; Travel Agent Support - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator - Agent @ Home Readers Choice
Best Tour Operator, Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Double Eagle Award - Mexico Chamber of Commerce for Apple Vacations' invaluable assistance during Hurricane Wilma
Golden Deer Award - Destination of Mazatlan for Apple Vacations' high production increase
Lifetime Achievement Award, John Mullen - Travel Weekly
2005
Best Tour Operator; Caribbean - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator, Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator, Caribbean - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
2004
Best Tour Operator; Caribbean - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
Best Tour Operator, Mexico - Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards
2003
Presented with the Tourism Award by the Dominican Republic.
2001
Pioneer of Cancun Award bestowed by the city of Cancun in April 2001. Mr. Mullen was honored for his early foresight in recognizing the potential of Cancun as a world-class resort destination.
Best Travel Supplier Website - Recommend Magazine Readers' Choice Awards
1999
Best Tour Operator; Travel Agent Support - Recommend Magazine
1998
Apple Vacations became the first major tour operator to deliver its two millionth vacationer to Cancun.
Trips & Specials
Highlights
- Panoramic overview of Havana
- Montalván Art Gallery and Studio
- Old Havana historic center
- Santo Angel Neighborhood
- Arte Corte & Jose Fuster Community Projects (artists)
- Las Tres Monedas
- Panoramic tour of Havana by antique car
- University of Havana
- Habana Compas Dance Group rehearsal in Marianao
- Kamil Bullaudey Art Studio
- Angeles del Futuro Community Project
- (teaches children acrobatics for Cuban circus)
- Matanzas - Music and Art school
- Plaza de la Libertad- Matanzas Main Square
- AfroAtenas Community Project
- Panoramic tour of Varadero
- Varadero-cultural exchange with the Danzon Club
- Local craft market
- Casa Dupont (rum and cigar tasting)
Highlights
- Panoramic Tour of Havana
- American Antique Car Ride
- Old Havana Architectural Walking Tour
- Arte Corte Community Project
- San Jose Craft Market
- Muraleando Community Project
- Salsa Lesson
- Day Trip to Pinar del Rio
- Tobacco Production Demonstration
- Organic Gardens
- Viñales Visit
Highlights
- Trinidad Walking Tour
- Parque El Cubano, Escambray Mountains
- Cienfuegos Walking Tour
- Artist Galleries
- Ceramic Studio
- Thomas Terry Theater
- Panoramic Tour of Havana
- American Antique Car Ride
- Old Havana Architectural Walking Tour
- Arte Corte Community Project
- San Jose Craft Market
- Angeles del Futuro Community Project
- Salsa Lesson
- Day Trip to Pinar del Rio
- Tobacco Production Demonstration
- Organic Gardens
- Viñales Visit
Highlights
- Discover the Best of Panama.
- Explore Panama City, the rainforest and the beach.
- Take a boat tour through the Panama Canal into secret waterways.
- Spot Capuchin and Howler monkeys
- Visit the most interesting places in Panama City
- Observe the magnificent Miraflores Locks
