Showing posts with label LIME Hyatt Regency Trinidad All Inclusive Fete. Show all posts
Showing posts with label LIME Hyatt Regency Trinidad All Inclusive Fete. Show all posts
Saturday, July 02, 2011
Saturday, March 05, 2011
Lime The Experience Review
On Wednesday March 2, 2011 after months of anticipation, the Hyatt Regency Trinidad held their first all inclusive fete called "Lime". With promises that this was to be the ULTIMATE Lime and an experience parallel to none I was excited about what to expect since the Facebook Fanpage had been active for months but information on what patrons were in for was kept guarded and let out in small doses. To say that the Lime lived up to it's billing is true, though I do have some suggestions as to what would make Lime 2012 a stellar experience for me.
I took the decision to make the Lime an event and booked a room at the Hyatt for the night especially since a special fete rate was being offered for the period. This was a decision I never regretted as from the moment we checked in, greeted with sparking wine, the service was excellent and top notch. Not to mention the ease and convenience of being able to take an elevator ride down to the fete without the hassle and worry of traffic was just phenomenal. Since we were guests of the Hyatt we maximized our time at the fete arriving at 5PM and leaving to take the elevator back to our room at around 11:00PM.
On arrival to the entrance to the Lime it felt as if you were indeed walking the red carpet as Lime photographers were constantly snapping your photograph as you made your way down the walkway. After posing several times, we were greeted at the steps leading down to the venue with cocktails, canapés and hors d'oeuvres .It took us a while to orient ourselves with the layout as the fete was spread along the entire Hyatt waterfront. Standing as you entered the food was on your right with the bars and stage to the left. This made for a lot of walking from one end to the other.
On the menu was an Arabic station serving gyros, kibbi and the like, there were also tents serving Indian and Chinese Cuisine ; excellent pot stickers and pepper shrimp at the Chinese tent and the Indian tent also served gourmet doubles. There was a soup station with a variety of soups, Richard's Bake and Shark, Wild Meat accompanied by dumpling, provision, callalloo and pigeon peas. The grill station had the tenderest beef and pork you ever tasted. Points for having regular sized plates and being able to self serve at the buffet instead of being rationed like other all inclusives I have been to. I loved the seating area set up outside for dining with large round tables and proper chairs ( no plastic chairs to be seen). Staff were constantly removing empty plates and cups so there was never any garbage lying around .
The VIP area served sushi, and since I love Hyatt's sushi I was a tad disappointed that it was not served on the regular menu as well. Nevertheless I never went hungry, the food lines were not too long and there was still food available by the time we left, they never ran out.
The VIP area served sushi, and since I love Hyatt's sushi I was a tad disappointed that it was not served on the regular menu as well. Nevertheless I never went hungry, the food lines were not too long and there was still food available by the time we left, they never ran out.
I wish I could tell you all the drinks on the menu but I found the Nuvo Bar and that was my drink of choice all night.
There was also a champagne bar, a tequila bar as well as the impossibly huge circular bar where you never had to contend with a crowd for a drink, ever!
I know Johnny Walker Blue was on the drinks menu as well as fantastic looking cocktails that I saw people sipping on. There were several smaller bars that I went to and again no crowds fighting for service even though the event was packed. My friends ventured over to the desert area, I never made it. All I know is that there was Häagen-Daz ice cream and other sweets.
The stage was positioned in a good area, close to the bars albeit far from the food, this meant if you were sitting dining on the other end you could not hear the live performances on stage. Speaking of live performances I enjoyed Kes The Band because that was the only one I made it stage side for even though I took in part of Ravi B's performance. We were having a bite to eat so missed Charlie's Roots. Hopefully for 2012 the performance roster could be beefed up with Machel Montanto or Destra or eliminate one of the bands altogether.
As for the crowd, it was nice to see that 90% observed the dress code, the white did make an impact especially looking down on the waterfront from my room and seeing a sea of white! I personally enjoyed the mix of ages in the crowd, as it meant it was less of a "poser" crowd for want of a better word. There were patrons jamming down in front of the stage, people getting makeup and massages, others were liming and socializing and even still there were those who sat waterside and just took in all the performances. Because the area was so spread out you could easily find your little niche, again this could be seen as a pro or con.
My main recommendation for 2012 is that for the layout it to be more compact to eliminate all the walking and out a bar by the food area. It did get a bit tiring especially since there were no bars close to the dining area. This meant if you wanted to have a drink while having something to eat you would have to walk to a bar set up further away. To Hyatt's credit I did see waiter service offering water at the dining area, I did not inquire if they were also serving other drinks.
When it comes to the celebrity factor, Idris Elba never made it (his flight got in late) and my friends who had access to VIP were disappointed in not being able to see Idris up close and personal. However other than seeing Hosea Chanchez and Wendy Raquel Robinson try to wine which was entertaining, that is certainly not a selling factor for any fete for me.
Overall I had a great time at Lime, I think it was the whole experience and being with friends that made it wonderful for me. Drinks were up to mark, food was tasty, and plentiful, service was top notch plus I enjoyed the performers and I had lots of fun planning my outfit. Looking forward to Lime 2012!
Thursday, March 03, 2011
Hyatt Regency Lime The Experience - First Look!
A few of my photos from Hyatt Regency's LIME - The Experence; full review to come later!
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Lime Fan Frenzy Challenge!
I need of some urgent help to win this competition for my friend
1. All you need to to is 'Like' this page by clicking on the link below:
2. then proceed to the “Contact Tab”
3. where you are required to enter your Name, Email Address and the Full Name of the person who suggested ( which is Jan Michelle Callender)
Saturday, February 12, 2011
LIME Trivia Challenge
How much do you really know?
LIME brings to you, its latest promotion, a Trivia Challenge! The competition would run from 10 AM to 10 PM this coming Sunday 13th February,2011. A new question will be asked every hour from 10 am - 9pm (a total of 12 questions) and the winner of the challenge would be announced at 10 pm. Each question would be open for 1 hour ONLY. The person who answers the most questions correctly will be the winner. If there is a tie with more than one persons answering the exact amount of questions correctly, then the time frame in which each person answered each question will be factored in. The person who correctly answered earliest on the most questions would then be declared the winner.
Here are the contest guidelines:You MUST be a fan of “LIME – The Experience” fan page on Facebook to be eligible.There will be only one (1) winner.The competition will run on Sunday 13th February, 2011 from 10 AM to 10 PMYou can participate via the “LIME – The Experience” fan page on Facebook under the ‘Contact’ Tab.Twelve (12) questions in total will be asked. A NEW question will be posted on the ‘Contact’ Tab via the “LIME – The Experience” Facebook Fan Page every hour, with the first being posted at 10 AM and the last at 9 PM. The person who answers the most questions correctly wins.Answers can ONLY be entered as a response to the specified question of the hour on the ‘Contact’ Tab via the “LIME – The Experience” Facebook Fan Page. (See sample below)The Winner will be announced at 10PM on Sunday 13th February, 2011.This contest is open to both local and foreign fans of the “LIME – The Experience” Fan Page.
The winner of the LIME Trivia Challenge will receive two tickets to LIME on Carnival Wednesday 2nd March 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad.
Put on your thinking caps LIMERS!
Friday, February 11, 2011
Starting De Lime Early!
Last evening I was invited by the Hyatt Regency Trinidad to "Start de Lime early" with a pre lime event for their first all inclusive fete LIME.
I was told that invitations to the event were issued to LIME's Top Twitter Fans (meaning those who constantly engage in a rapport with @theultimatelime) as well as a the largest local ticket purchasers to date. My invitation came because of the fact that my blog posts have been noted as one of the top drivers of traffic to the LIME http://www.ultimatelime.com/!
The idea of a pre lime LIME is a novel idea as I don't think I have ever heard of a Fete that has "feted" their top supporters with a pre party! We were kept topped up with signature cocktails like the Forbidden Lime and Lime Time plus enjoyed an array of hors d'oeuvres such as chicken pot stickers, shrimp skewers, tender beef skewers, mini crab cakes on coo coo, geera chicken puffs, green fig souse and cheese tartlets ! I am guessing a small sample of what might be available at the LIME Fete. There was even live music at last evening's lime!
And since we were told specifically NOT to walk with cameras I do not have any photographs to share save the ones I stole on my mobile phone!
I already have my ticket to the LIME (and no it is NOT a complimentary ticket) but if you do not and you want a chance to win a pair, today is the LAST day to enter the LIME's Facebook competition where you guess how many limes are in the jars at the Hyatt's lobby! Good luck, contest closes at 11:59PM tonight!
Tuesday, February 08, 2011
Guess how many Limes to WIN!
A 360 degrees view of the Lime Display that is presently in the Hyatt Regency Trinidad Lobby. The person who guesses the exact amount of limes in the display or comes closest to the amount without exceeding it will win something very special! ( I heard it's tickets to the Lime Fete!)
You can submit your guesses at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad OR on Facebook at the Lime's Official Fanpage!
Friday, January 21, 2011
Fit To Lime With Hyatt
The Hyatt is inviting you to get fit this Carnival and best of all, it's free! See below for more details:
Join the Hyatt Regency Trinidad Spa Esencia LIME Fitness Challenge...
This is the Ultimate Fitness Challenge for ANY willing fitness enthusiast from amateur to professional!
IT IS AN AEROBIC STRUCTURED WORKOUT INTERSPERSED WITH RESISTANCE, STRENGTH, POWER & FLEXIBILITY TRAINING IN AN OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT... ANY ONE CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE WORKOUT OR FITNESS CHALLENGES WITHIN THE ULTIMATE FITNESS CHALLENGE WORKOUT...EVERY WORKOUT PROMISES TO BUILD ON THE PREVIOUS, AS WELL AS, OFFER ITS OWN UNIQUE FEATURE.
The term ‘Fitness Challenge’ does not imply it’s a competition however; there would be segments whereby participants would be given an opportunity to push themselves beyond their limits and be rewarded. This Challenge is meant to encourage the general Public of ALL ages, sex and fitness abilities to participate in a SAFE, structured, encouraging and developmental environment.
Participants need NOT walk with exercise mats, weights and other exercise equipment. Natural body weight provides the greatest resistance.
Participants will be given exercise pointers before, during and after each challenge so as to be able to train themselves… this is HYATT's way of doing its part to support healthy living.
Come get ‘Fit’ with us!
Register via the "Contacts" Tab on the LIME - The Experience Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/LIME-The-Experience/125409430857772?v=app_127087913984159ORCall 821-6500
Friday, December 10, 2010
LIME Media Launch
At a media launch held at Hyatt Regency Trinidad on Thursday evening, the hotel announced that it will hist its first ever Carnival Fete called "LIME" on Wednesday March 2, 2011.
In collaboration with Pollen Nation Events, a company headed by Trinidadian born Collin Abraham, LIME is an all inclusive fete which will be held on Carnival Wednesday and will include exquisite cuisine prepared by expert chefs to tease and satisfy every palette as well as a premium bar, mixed, frozen and novelty drinks.
"This is our first fete and we are very excited about the event", says Russell George, General Manager at Hyatt Regency Trinidad. "LIME on the waterfront is the place to be on Carnival Wednesday 2011 and it will be filled with great food, drinks, superior service and fabulous entertainment. "
Fete lovers can party all night long to the music of the great David Rudder and Charlie's Roots, Kees the Band featuring Nadia Batson and Karma,
Collin Abraham and Pollen Nation Events return to the island conquering the toughest city, New York, with Jay Z and Beyonce's wedding , the inauguration of President Barack Obama and countless other celebrities on his client list, Abraham is now collaborating with Hyatt Regency Trinidad on LIME He brings his knowledge, expertise and impeccable design style to LIME.
According to Abraham, "having worked on some of the biggest celebrity events in the entertainment industry today, the high quality and service levels at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad, made it a natural fit for us to work together on LIME".
Tickets for LIME go on sale January 1st, 2011 at the cost of $1000.00TT and will be available only online at www.ultimatelime.com. For more information on LIME call 623 2222.
Photos from LIME Media Launch
