For those of you who don’t already know, El Dorado all-inclusive resorts are adults-only and each one has its own vibe. As is true for all resort bookings at any property, you need to know what you’re stepping into (literally as well as knowledge of amenities) in order to have the best vacation experience.
To those of you who like to vape, especially while on vacation relaxing and having a good time, there is a new information about the legality of this action while in the country of Mexico.
I get quite a few emails asking for my advice about choosing to stay at either the new Excellence or the new Secrets properties in the Playa Mujeres/Costa Mujeres area north of downtown Cancun. Secrets Playa Blanca and Excellence Coral Playa Mujeres are both fairly new adults-only properties geared towards a couples’ vacation, but how does one choose between the two?
I just became aware that Riu Palace Peninsula will be closing for renovations starting April 6, 2026. The projected reopening date will be anywhere from July 25 to August 8, 2026.
Excellence Coral Playa Mujeres opened Feb. 12, 2025, and since then there have been questions about whether or not to book this luxury adults-only resort–it’s not exactly cheap and right now there are more than enough adults-only luxury resorts in the Playa Mujeres/Costa Mujeres part of Mexico from which to choose.
Here’s a short video highlighting some of the major resort amenities and some facts about this new all-suites resort at Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres. This resort is for families but it does have an adults-only section–you have to use the spa next door at the Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres property, however.
For those of you interested in the brand new Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres, I found a lengthy but comprehensive video about this resort with an emphasis on upgraded Privilege amenities. (And by the way, my upcoming reservation is for a Privilege room, so the info was helpful in understanding just what is available with this upgrade).
This short video will give you an idea about what the lobby looks like at the brand new Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres. It also has a brief view of some other resort areas and some info about resort arrival.
Hyatt Zilara Cancun has been closed for a complete renovation since April 2025. It was supposed to open April 2026 but that date has been altered somewhat.
For those of you curious about the newly reopened Secrets Playa Mujeres, here’s a quick look at the completely revamped Preferred Club Lounge and adjacent area.