Kabira Ishigaki Japan

Good time! All GO’s were great, especially Shiho and Chander and all circus GOs and Teen club GO Tom. However, we never saw COV other than on the stage. We’ve been different ClubMeds for over a decade and we are used to COV walk around the village and talking to people. At least stop at the dinner table to feel welcomed (especially reserved tables or special occasion tables) which we truly enjoyed and made us want to come back. We have been loyal Club Med family and introduced so many families to Club Med who are now Gold/Platinum members. This is the second time we experienced this with this COV in different resorts. It is disappointing especially other GOs are so great to make every GM feel welcomed and special.

DASTAN很熱情，中文很好，主動幫我倒咖啡，非常貼心！

The buffet is very good here, and Dastan is very kind and friendly! Totally enjoy the food and time here. ❤️❤️❤️

Review of Kabira Club Med:

1. Rooms are concrete so the WiFi signal what there is, is very limited inside the room and even around the resort itself. The best spot for WiFi is in the dining room and the bar. Even the cell signal is blocked within the rooms. I recommend having a portable WiFi puck when visiting.
2. Rooms have centrally controlled AC set at 25C, which is warm when the humidity outside is a minimum of 80%. Though a dehumidifier is provided in the room and on the correct setting will alleviate the smell of mold. Unfortunately, concrete sweats and the humidity in the room is always a factor. Taking a cold shower before bed did help with lowering body temperature to help combat the warmth in the room. If you ask, a fan will be provided. Keep the curtains closed to your balcony/terrace also helps keep the temperature down in the room.
3. Theatre space - the sound bounces with the space if you have hearing aids, removing them during the show will help. Even those of us not hearing impaired struggle to hear when people are speaking on the mics. Putting up acoustic dampers between the rafters would help “push” the sound down to the audience. Also, the placement would not interfere with the trapeze set up. Lighting is a 64 par can wash with led lighting, which gives general coverage but can also be a bit blinding to the audience. The projection screen has a glitch on the stage right side that is distracting also, notifying guests when there are possible strobe lighting being used would be good for those who have possible seizures triggered by this type of lighting.
4. Temperature control and reduction of energy consumption could be done by adding air curtains in front of entrances. Also, adding a 50% tint to the glass windows/doors throughout the resort would reduce energy consumption. Possibility of replacing the glass with double panes glass with a layer of insulation would also help.
5. Positives of the resort: the hospitality of the management team and the employees in general, was fabulous. Jade Isaacs - G.O. Ishmael and Kevin - tech; Kyla - choreographer; Danya - front desk. We had fabulous conversations about what it was like to work for Club Med and living at a resort. I was able to meet and get to know the technical crew for the theatre, which will provide me valuable contacts for giving practical experience to my students.
6. Activities that are included in the stay are varied and you can choose whether or not to partake in them. Whether or not you are a casual athlete or die hard there is something to do at all times of the day.
7. Mini-club - for all ages of little ones to teenagers, they are kept occupied at all times. They get a fun filled “multi-cultural” experience with their peers.
8. Excursions- we went Manta Ray snorkeling, one thing that no reviews revealed was how choppy the water is in windy conditions. We were lucky that no one in our group was seasick, but if you are prone to it, then I highly recommend taking the Japanese medicine before going out. We were able to see a pair of manta rays, two sea turtles, and some fish. We returned to the beach to let off some divers and we went back out to a reef. I saw another turtle swimming and assorted fish. There were three sea snake sightings, but I didn’t see them.
9. Plan on earning your steps while you are there! Stairs to the rooms, and most other areas. Though there are ramps to the main facilities.

It’s always good to be back at Club Med.
Of course, the beautiful beach, food, activities, and events all matter. But what matters the most is the amazing G.O. team. Without them, the stay just wouldn’t be the same.

A special thank you to INTHO.
Ever since I met him, he has always been kind and taken great care of me and my kids. He never misses even the smallest signs. Our stay is always comfortable thanks to him.
We all enjoyed spending time with him very much. He is truly the best for all of us.

And another thank you to Pharxoon and Anya.
Even though it was our first time meeting Pharxoon, he was nice to us. He responded to the kids’ requests, and that made them really happy.
Anya is so cheerful. Her positive energy made the kids smile a lot. She remembered us even though we couldn’t spend much time together at Sahoro. And I could really see how much she loves my kids. I truly appreciate that.

I also can’t forget to thank Billy, Tanjung, and Kaila.
No matter how busy Billy is, he always makes things fun, and the kids are always laughing with him.
Tanjung helped us when we needed it.He must be super busy, but he still took some time to spend with us, and we really enjoyed it.
Kaila is our new friend. Every time we passed by, the kids stopped to spend time with her. And she was always friendly. I also enjoyed having coffee with her.

The reception team and restaurant team were also amazing. They made us feel valued.

I can’t thank the G.O. team enough. I truly appreciate everything they have done for me and my kids.

I’ll definitely come back to see them.
Hope to see you again soon.