Wonderful trip to celebrate a milestone birthday!
Reviewed By DenverDiveDiva - Arvada, CO | Traveled to Mexico
I asked Barry for recommendations for a fun 4-5 day getaway. I wanted a place that wasn't super crowded or commercialized. Barry recommended the resort town of Costa Mujeres, which is about 45 minutes north of Cancun. We LOVED our resort - Hotel Catalonia Grand Costa Mujeres. Beautiful suites, amazing dining variety, multiple pools including one with a swim-up bar steps from our room, and of course a beautiful beach. I highly recommend this resort if you want something lower key than Cancun. More importantly, Barry is a delight to work with. He provides prompt, friendly service and is so knowledgeable. We've booked vacations to Mexico with Barry for many years, and will continue to book trips for more destinations.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you, Kim! I'm very glad you loved my recommendation for Costa Mujeres and the Hotel Catalonia. This area is now our favorite in Mexico, and our clients, like you, love it! Thank you so much for being my client for all these years. I look forward to many more with you.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trips to Mexico
Reviewed By Snakeman - Ocean Springs, MS | Traveled to Mexico
Barry has coordinated approximately 15 annual trips to Mexico for our extended family/friends (usually 20 - 30 travelers). He has coordinated the air, hotel and transportation in between. If we have any problem, he is always available and quick to resolve. We would all highly recommend Barry.
Barry deCocq responded
"Hi Jim,
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and for the many years you and your family have allowed me to arrange, handle details, and take care of your group vacation packages to Mexico. I appreciate your confidence in my services and your continued business with my and my company. I look forward to working with all of you for may years to come for your annual family reunion trips."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Many memorable trips
Reviewed By Karen R - Countryside, Illinois | Traveled to Mexico
We have booked quite a few trips with Barry over the years. He’s very knowledgeable, professional, and personable.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you very much for your review, Karen! I have enjoyed working with you for many years now and I appreciate your confidence in my services and that of Tropical Sands Vacations. I look forward to recommending and arranging vacation packages for you for many more years to come.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Cancun/Tulum
Reviewed By BARRY - Riverside, CA | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
starting with Barry and his professionalism and responses to all questions, then, we enjoyed his resorts recommendations to the max.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you very much, Mercedes! I am glad that my vacation package recommendations, knowledge, and services have always worked so well for you and your family over all these years. I look forward to continuing to work with all of you for many more years to come.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Mexico
Reviewed By Wendy - Winfield, Illinois | Traveled to Mexico
Barry is excellent to work with. He has planned numerous Mexico and Caribbean vacations for my family and we have never been disappointed. His recommendations are strong and his prices are always competitive. And on the rare occasion an issue popped up, Barry made himself available to help resolve it. I would definitely use him again.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you Gwen! I have always enjoyed working with you and your family for all these years, and recommending new destinations and options for you. I appreciate you having confidence in my services and destination knowledge for all this time, and I am looking forward to many more years with you as your travel advisor.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Have used many times!
Reviewed By MacFam5 - Mullica Hill NJ | Traveled to Mexico
We have been using Barry and Tropical Sands for nearly 20 years. He has also planned trips for my two kids and their friends, as well as other family members. Response time is quick and deals and feedback are great. Highly recommend!
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you for the wonderful review, Danielle! You have been with us since the early years of our company and I so appreciate your confidence in my services and recommendations, as well as your loyalty to us for all this time. I look forward to many more years working with you and your family for your vacation needs!
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Just a very dependable travel agent
Reviewed By TravelBug - Northville, MI | Traveled to Mexico
We started working with Barry...decades ago. Hard to say that (seems like yesterday), but it is true. We found him while surfing the internet, and had a very good experience with him. By that, I mean he was knowledgeable about destinations, resorts, and his prices were also below what other companies charged. We have gone back to his company off and on over the years, and we have apprecIated how honest he has been about resorts and destinations. Never pushy. He has been places, and will tell you exactly what to expect.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much, Barbara! You are one of our very original clients and have been with us ever since. I really appreciate your confidence in my services and allowing me to continue to recommend and service all of your vacation packages. I look forward to many more years with you and your family!
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Above and Beyond!
Reviewed By OurGuide! - Riviera Maya | Traveled to Mexico
Barry helped my wife and I with our honeymoon 23 years ago. We have taken several all-inclusive trips since then and have trusted Barry's guidance each and every time. He is very personable and always professional. Barry managed all details making our vacations smooth and easy. Barry considers all of the little things to make a vacation unforgettable.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you Gary! You have been with us since the early years in our business and I so appreciate your continued business and confidence in my services. I look forward to arranging another trip for you and your family soon!
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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He's more than a travel agent
Reviewed By Louie - Jones, Michigan | Traveled to Mexico
We've used this service several times and Barry has gone above and beyond as far as helping us through some difficult travel situations. In addition, his resort recommendations have been exactly as he described them. He has always found a property that not only fit our needs, but also our budget.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much, Louie! I am very happy that you have been satisfied with my services and recommendations, and I have been likewise very happy to work with you and Deb over the last few years. You have an upcoming trip, and I am looking forward to helping you arrange many more in the years to come."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Seamless & Exceptional — A Travel Agent Who Made Our Family Trip Effortless
Reviewed By Rebecca Turner - Yorba Linda, California | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
We had an absolutely fantastic trip thanks to the exceptional service of our travel agent. From the very first planning call, he was professional, responsive, and attentive-making the process feel effortless. Every detail- flights, accommodations, transfers, and activities — was handled with precision, and he anticipated our needs before we even had to ask. His friendly, can-do attitude and deep destination expertise made us feel completely confident and at ease throughout the journey. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for a five-star travel experience with none of the stress.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much for that wonderful review, Rebecca! I am so glad we got work with you on your family trip, and I look forward to doing so again. We miss you and your family.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Honeymoon recommendation
Reviewed By Mschildt - Elkhorn Wisconsin | Traveled to Jamaica | Caribbean
Best recommendation ever. He actually referred me to the same place he went on his honeymoon. I usually call Barry up and let him know where I would like to travel and he picks the hotel for me. Have never been disappointed with his recommendations. It actually makes planning travel less stressful.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you for the wonderful review, Mike! I'm glad that my recommendations and assistance with your vacation packages have been more than you had hoped for. I'll look forward to continuing to work with you on your future holidays.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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20 Years with Barry
Reviewed By Champion Richardson fam - Virginia and Texas | Traveled to Playa Del Carmen | Quintana Roo | Mexico
My family and my sister‘s family traveled to Playa Del Carmen Mexico for over 20 years and we used Barry every time to plan our trips. We also used him for going to Jamaica. Everything was great. We had no issues whatsoever with flights transportation to and from the hotel. Plus, Barry always reviewed and visited each site before he recommended them to us.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you for the wonderful review, Mary Jo! I look forward to continuing to work with you.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Booked multiple trips!
Reviewed By ANelson91 - Lake Villa, IL | Traveled to Mexico
We have used Barry to book multiple trips and even a wedding! Barry has always been quick to respond and has always given us multiple choices to book with. Each place he has recommended has always turned out to be beautiful.
Any time we book - we go to Barry!
You will not be disappointed with his services.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you very much, Andrea! I haven't heard from you in awhile and loom forward to working with you on another vacation package soon.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Our wedding!
Reviewed By Pamela - Broomfield, CO | Traveled to Mexicali | Mexico | Mexico
Barry has been consistently wonderful for 24 years in helping our family with our travel plans. Including 2 weddings. We wouldn't use anyone else.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much, Pamela! You and your family are some my very original clients from the beginning of our company. I appreciate you working with us for all these years and look forward to many more.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best trip ever
Reviewed By Happy Traveler - New York | Traveled to Aruba | Netherlands Antilles | Caribbean
Working with Barry was outstanding. He exceeded all expectations
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you, Steve! You have another trip coming up soon, and I look forward to working with you on many more. Thank you for allowing me to arrange and service your vacation packages.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Had the best honeymoon thanks to Barry!
Reviewed By Shannon B - Raleigh, NC | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Barry was so helpful in booking our honeymoon. We didn’t have to do anything he even booked the pick up to and from the airport. When we were not 100% satisfied with the hotel Barry was on it immediately and got us upgraded to a nicer hotel at no additional cost! Will definitely be using him again in the future and recommending to our friends and family!
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Shannon! I'm glad that my assistance with your vacation packages and issues have met your expectations and more. I look forward to working with you on your next vacation.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing Honeymoon
Reviewed By JT - corona CA | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
My wife and I used Barry DeCocq with Tropical Sands Vacations for our honeymoon and everything from the flight to the resorts to the transportation was flawless. He was by far the least expensive and he made sure we didn't have to worry about anything. If your planning a vacation reach out, I highly recommend them.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much, Jeff! I'm glad we were able to work together, and I look forward to doing so on your next vacation also.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Our Mexican Vacations
Reviewed By Al - West Deptford New Jersey 08086 | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Barry has always responded to our needs and wants in a timely and professional way. In fact we will be booking with Barry for another vacation in August 2026. Al Carbonara
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much, Al! You have been one of our clients from back when we first started the business and have been with us ever since. We appreciate that so much and look forward to many more years with you.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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BARRY IS THE BEST!
Reviewed By ROMEROSTHUNDER - Bernalillo, NM | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
We have booked several trips with Barry and everything runs smoothly. I have worked with other agents in the past and it was not a good experience, to say the least. We have referred Barry to our friends and family and will continue to do so.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much, Alicia! You, your family and friends have been with us for many years now and I look forward to working with you for many more.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Costa Rica
Reviewed By Tony - Mdr ca | Traveled to Mexico
Beautiful environment excellent hotel accommodations and great weather perfect five day getaway.
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you so much, Anthony! I look forward to working with you and your crew on more vacations very soon.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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We have done lots of trip with Bsrry
Reviewed By Taylorsville - Salt Lake city | Traveled to Playa Del Carmen | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Booking is a breeze all the Information is put in my family has talked me into 1 time not to use bad decisions
Barry deCocq responded
"Thank you very much, Allen! I really appreciate you booking with me annually and look forward to our continued business and connection together. I'm grateful that my services and recommendations have worked well for you.
Barry
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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