I find the actual “travel” part of a vacation to be the most stressful of the entire ordeal. I’m assuming I’m not alone in this respect…while I spend months eagerly anticipating my destination I detest airports, everything about airports is abhorrent to me. I’m not afraid to fly or to travel, but I even think about an airport and I’m in need of an extra spray of Arrid Extra Dry.
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Marriott’s Paraiso de la Bonita Has A New Opening Time Frame…
I just ran across a Travel Weekly article that stated the fully renovated Paraiso de la Bonita will now be opening sometime in March 2025 (formerly known as Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita which was privately owned). Marriott International has taken over ownership while I believe that Playa Hotels and Resorts will maintain management of the property.
Family Of Five+ Friendly Resorts–Sensira Resort and Spa
Here’s another resort idea for larger families traveling together…Sensira Resort and Spa offers 359 guest rooms; several room categories are two bedroom suites (plus a sofa bed) which can accommodate parties of 7. This resort is located 20-25 min. south of Cancun’s airport, so it’s within easy driving distance once you’ve landed. It also offers 8 restaurants, 5 bars, 3 pools (including an adults-only and a separate family pool), a children’s water park area, mini-golf course, children’s zipline, climbing wall, and a Toddler’s Club for 18 mos. thru 3 yrs. (along with the typical Kid’s and Teen Clubs).
Family Of Five+ Friendly Resorts–Villa del Palmar Cancun
Here’s another idea for larger families who want to stay together in basically the same space while vacationing. Check out Villa del Palmar Cancun, an all-inclusive OPTIONAL resort (so be careful when booking or you may wind up with a European meal plan and have to pay a lot extra when checking in…). This beautiful resort has 415 rooms, suites, and residences from which to choose, 5 pools, 5 restaurants, 6 bars, a garden spa on-site, plus a children’s water park which actually consists of inflatables located within the ocean. This resort is also located close to the ferry pier to Isla Mujeres, so that is another plus for staying here.
A New Resort Walkthrough Video Of SLS Playa Mujeres…
If anyone is interested in this new luxury family-friendly resort called SLS Playa Mujeres, here’s a new video out on YouTube by Stella in Paradise. Since this is one of the resorts I will be staying at towards the end of Jan. 2025, it’s good to get a look at the resort as a whole to see what I would be interested in and what I can skip since I will only be staying here for three nights.
Family Of Five+ Family Resorts–Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe
Here’s another suggestion for larger families or parties traveling together–the Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe was just listed as #24 out of 25 “Best All-Inclusive Resorts For Families” by Travel and Leisure. (Don’t confuse this Hilton resort with Hilton Cancun, that is another resort located in the Riviera Maya). This resort is situated in Cancun’s Hotel Zone and about a 25 min. drive north of the Cancun airport. With its location on an eastern-facing beach in the Hotel Zone, parents and vacationers in general may want to keep in mind that the surf is rough in this section of the Hotel Zone and there are chances of experiencing rip currents–not exactly swimming conditions you’d want beginning swimmers to experience. You may find that many vacation days at the beach may be red-flagged which means dangerous swimming conditions where getting into the ocean past your knees is inadvisable.
More Info About The New Excellence Coral Playa Mujeres…
I found a video which goes into great detail about Excellence resorts/Excellence Collection properties. I have stayed at Finest Playa Mujeres and can vouch that it truly is one of the best all-inclusive luxury resort chains out there (Hotel Xcaret resorts certainly give them a run for their $). They do everything top notch with beautiful pools and guest rooms, in-room liquor (I’m amazed at how luxury resorts skimp on this amenity with the $ they charge these days), great beaches, good food, and attentive staff.
Ready To Learn About The New Indigo Section At Dreams Sapphire?
If you are interested in learning about the brand new upgraded Indigo Club at Dreams Sapphire, then get ready to watch a lengthy video which will tell you pretty much everything you needed to know about this resort as well as the new upgrade within an upgrade (the Indigo Club is an upgrade within the Preferred Club room category at this Dreams resort).
Necessities To Pack For Trips To All-Inclusive Resorts–For Seasoned Travelers Who Want To Be In The Know…
I found this video on YouTube (done by Nitty Gritty Travelers) and thought it would be informative for those of you who want to refine your packing list when going on vacation. Over the years I have learned to pack much more efficiently and with more wisdom about what is really needed vs. what is for “just in case” situations…I can now go on a 10 day vacation to an all-inclusive resort with only my purse and a carry on suitcase. Such a relief since I don’t want to pay baggage fees or worry about whether or not my bag will be on the carousel in baggage claim.
Family Of Five+ Friendly Resorts–Grand Residences Riviera Cancun
Here’s another resort which can accommodate up to 13 people in their suites. That’s got to be a record, I haven’t come across another resort which can accommodate that many guests in one suite with multiple bedrooms.