Has Anyone Even Heard Of OLEO Cancun Playa?

I often forget this Hotel Zone all-inclusive even exists.  Atelier bought it around 2016 and completely renovated it to reopen in 2017–perhaps you remember this property by its various prior names of Hotetur, BelleVue Beach Paradise, or Hotel Yalmakan?

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Biden Changes COVID Testing Requirement…

The Biden administration has decided to temporarily do away with the COVID testing requirement for international travelers wanting to enter the US; this decision was made based on the CDC’s recommendations that this testing was no longer necessary.  This directly affects US citizens who are returning to the US from trips to Mexico–no more negative COVID test result 24 hrs. prior to your return.  This new directive will be going into effect this Sunday, June 12, 2022.

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Another New Video of Secrets Moxche

More videos are slowly coming out on the brand new adults-only Secrets Moxche; here’s one which shows many more shots of interior spaces and what the resort looks like at night.  I must say that this resort offers a lot of “eye candy” in addition to some brand new amenities like cenote and sand beach pools.

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Opinions on Tipping When At An All-Inclusive Resort

To tip or not to tip, that is the question…Lots of people decide not to tip when at an all-inclusive resort and that is based on the fact that resorts often state in their website that tipping is included in your all-in-one price.

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Some Minor Changes at Atelier…

I like many things about Atelier Playa Mujeres, but perhaps the one thing I appreciate the most is its attempt to keep improving itself and its amenities.  While some of those specifics haven’t been cheap, like the reassignment of many suites to the upgraded Inspira room category, here’s something that will help guests to feel a bit better about what they get for their vacation dollar.

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New Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Open For Bookings

Looks like a date has been announced for the ex-Secrets Capri resort–it’s now called Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya and it’s scheduled to open Dec. 1, 2022.  You can book the adults-only fully renovated resort and get rates for as low as $149 p/person p/night if you book by June 30, 2022 for travel starting Dec. 1, 2022.

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Secrets Impression Moxche Changes Opening Date Again

Vacationers interested in the new Impression section of Secrets Moxche should take note that the opening date has been moved forward–again.

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