Have been to some all-inclusives that were just so...

Have been to some all-inclusives that were just so-so, some lacking in the food department. Emerald Bay was a perfect choice. The location is ideal. It sits on a huge, quiet beach with the most amazing shades of blue water. We stayed in a butler-suite. It was absolutely worth the extra money. They butlers brought your stuff, including cooler stocked with beverages of your choice, to your private thatched shaded area on the beach, or pool if you prefer. They were helpful through the stay in making reservations for restaurants and booking excursions. They seemed to anticipate what you needed, and when. The restaurants were also excellent. The French restaurant was superb. All were really excellent.. The Italian restaurant also great. They were all good, a lot of options, high quality food. There were 2 pools. One was bigger more activity centered pool and a smaller, quiet pool. All had cabanas, no charge, first come first served. Many were open all day. The staff on the grounds are friendly, everyone, from gardeners to wait staff say hello and engage in conversation. The swimming with the pigs excursion was also great amazing. We rented a car one day and drove the island. It's obvious the staff takes pride in their island as shown by how they treat their guests as royalty. Great stay.