Not everyone who books an all-inclusive resort wants nothing more to do on vacation than sit in the sun and drink, sleep and eat…Of course there ARE some vacationers that want that type of experience but some individuals want more of an adventure or some additional fun to add.
Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya is a resort I’ve always wanted to book but haven’t had the opportunity to do so…yet. However, it is THE favorite Mexican resort for my daughter and her husband, they have stayed multiple times and love everything about it (obviously, that’s why they return!)
For those of you interested in Isla Mujeres, heads up. There is another well-recognized resort brand moving in and making itself known on this quaint island…Secrets has already claimed its position as a luxury property here (Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets), but Grupo Posadas wants a piece of the action and is taking over Izla Beachfront Hotel and turning it into Devossion by Live Aqua Celebration Resort and Spa Isla Mujeres.
Who doesn’t like to enjoy a private pool as a part of one’s own guest room when vacationing? I know I certainly do, and with new resort builds it is becoming more of an emphasis.
For anyone thinking of booking one of Hotel Xcaret’s properties or if you already have a reservation, be aware that there are several new changes in resort policy that have recently occurred. Some of these policy changes have to do with the parent company’s decision to have both Hotel Xcaret Mexico and Hotel Xcaret Arte operate as entirely separate resorts which means a cut off or elimination of benefits which encourage exchange benefits of staying at one resort and enjoying the other resort’s amenities. I’m going to jump right into it, so here’s the short list: Continue reading
If you are one of those vacationers who loves having your own pool or super easy access to a pool when on a hot and humid vacation, here’s another possibility for you to consider.
It’s just a few days away from when Hyatt Vivid Grand Island will be changing over to Mondrian Cancun. There’s not a lot known about how things will change, but I found a video done by Christine Turner, a Canadian travel agent, who has posted what she does know and what remains unknown yet at this time.
With the rise in multi-generational travel there is a need for resort properties that can accommodate children, parents, and grandparents in rooms that are guaranteed to be connected. Generations Riviera Maya is such a resort–they offer up to and including 3 bedrooms suites. They also are located right next to the Nickelodeon resort which has one of the better water parks in the Riviera Maya so families have the option of enjoying some fun while on vacation (Generations allows a free visit to the water park for every 3 nights they stay at this resort).
You may want to check out the pricing for the brand new Finest Riviera Cancun set to open Feb. 2027. Their website lists some non-refundable fares for this spring and they look pretty decent for an already well touted luxury family-friendly property.
One of my favorite vloggers, New Travel Escapes, has put out a video giving her time-honored lessons learned about looking for and booking an all-inclusive experience. The video below highlights adults-only properties, but there are quite a few items mentioned that could also apply to finding family-friendly resorts as well.