Computer rendition of the resort’s aerial view, courtesy AMResorts
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Marriott Adds Blue Diamond Resorts to Their All-Inclusive Portfolio
Marriott’s Autograph Collection of all-inclusive resorts now includes several Blue Diamond resorts in Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Here’s the list: Continue reading
Atelier Policy Change–A Return to Sanity
Atelier Playa Mujeres has regained its collective right mind and restored the ability for non-members to book Inspira suites with all perks and privileges. Hopefully this policy will remain in effect.
New Drone Video of Playacar Beach
I love Playacar Beach, it’s one of my favorites in the Riviera Maya. For those of you who don’t know where it’s located, it’s in a gated community just south of Playa del Carmen (the beach can also be accessed by walking south on the beach from Playa del Carmen). Very swimmable with minor wave action overall, within walking distance to Playa del Carmen (and only a 6-8 min. cab ride from Riu resorts), a smaller shopping area across the road from Riu Palace Mexico/Riu Yucatan, and the gated community makes vacationers feel safer in terms of walking in the area.
New Site at Chichen Itza to Open 2022
There will be a new “attraction within an attraction” at Chichen Itza starting next year. The National Institute of Anthropology and History has announced that Chichen Viejo, or “old Chichen” is a “Mayan palace within the middle of the original flora” with scenes depicting the creation of the cosmos; reportedly, the new site is a place where priests performed rituals related to fertility and “divine needs”.
A Hard Call During COVID–Dreams Natura Resort Review
Resort welcome sign looks drab during daylight but very colorful during the evening
Planet Hollywood Cancun Finally Open–Take a Look at a Swimout Suite
Planet Hollywood Cancun has finally opened, but it looks like it’s off to a slow start. There appears to be only one a la carte open (probably due to low occupancy), in-room liquor dispensers are empty, beers don’t appear to be in the mini-fridges yet (see video below), while I read that the spa, convention center, and one a la carte restaurant are still being finished.
What’s Your Impression of Catalonia Royal Tulum?
Has anyone stayed at this resort? If my Kauai vacation doesn’t work out for May I am thinking of booking Catalonia Royal Tulum for a larger group of individuals. Seems pretty low key but in a great jungle setting with a beautiful beach (Xpu-Ha). Just down the road from Barcelo Riviera Maya mega-resort with nearby cenotes. Anyone been to Coba ruins leaving from this area of the Riviera Maya? I’ve been to Chichen Itza and want to climb a pyramid this time. Juan (my new go-to private driver for vacation excursions from FriendsTravelCancun) tells me he can take my party anywhere in Cancun and the Riviera Maya so I will be using him for transport as needed.
A Look at Bahia Principe Grand Tulum–Post Renovations
Bahia Principe Grand Tulum recently reopened following a months-long closure for extensive renovations. The Tulum section is family-friendly and part of the mega-resort, Bahia Principe Riviera Maya. There are videos now being posted on social media of actual guest stays showing the new renovations. Here’s a quick review of the property with views of various places on-site.
New International Tourist Tax To Begin April 2021
Rumor has it that there will be a $10 USD international tourist tax to be collected at the Cancun airport–whether it will be upon arrival or departure is still in question. This tax is supposed to cover the use of “public domain assets”.