Like many visitors to this part of Mexico, I have visited Mayan ruins including Tulum and Chichén Itza. The video below showcases aerial views of both as well as the Coba ruins. Here are a few tips regarding the Tulum and Chichén Itza ruins: Continue reading
While Hyatt entered the all-inclusive resort scene fairly recently, they have done an outstanding job of providing top-notch properties and amenities for both adults and families. Hyatt Ziva properties are family-friendly, and Hyatt Zilara properties are adults-only. Cancun’s Hotel Zone offers both–this suite review will focus on Hyatt Zilara Cancun.
Let me preface this post by stating that I’m not into knowing how to crack digital safes; however, I am into knowing more about how to keep my valuables safe while on vacation.
Found another great video of the new adults-only Barcelo Maya Riviera. The public spaces look great–the lobby looks very huge and impressive! I also liked the large entertainment stage, hopefully they won’t have a Michael Jackson tribute show which almost every Mexican all-inclusive resort puts on. Ughh. The spa video, however, looks like the main spa over at the Colonial, I will have to see whether this resort has a smaller version.
I’ve stayed at some great resorts in my day, but Grand Velas Riviera Maya remains one of the most beautiful all-inclusives I’ve ever seen. From the world-renowned spa (voted by Forbes as one of the 30 most luxurious spas in the world), to its acclaimed dining at Cocina de Autor, this resort epitomizes what a luxury vacation should be.
If you’ve ever been to the family-friendly Generations Riviera Maya or seen pics of that resort, the adults-only El Dorado Seaside Suites infinity section will look awfully familiar. Each floor in the infinity section has its own pool which traverses part of the floor (you can swim along its length and make friends as you go), while the bottom or ground floor of the infinity section gives you access to the entire main pool and swim-up bar. The room you book depends on what you prefer–the Oceanfront POOL Swim-Up Suites access the main pool, the Oceanfront Swim-Up Suites (non-main pool access) are on lower and mid-floors and some will give you stellar ocean views, while upper floor rooms in the infinity section are reserved mostly for rooms in the Oceanfront Honeymoon Suites category. Even if you’re not a Honeymooner, you can still book the room category but you will pay more for the extra amenities and fantastic views. If you’re not a Honeymooner, I would book that category for an anniversary or if you want to impress someone very special.
For those adults looking for a more high energy all-inclusive resort in the Riviera Maya, check out Breathless Riviera Cancun. It’s located about 15 min. south of the Cancun airport and consists of three resort sections–the Xcelerate “Party Zone”, Allure, and the more quiet Xhale section with upgraded amenities including its own pool and restaurant, Kibbeh. Breathless resorts are part of the AMResorts family (Secrets, Dreams, Now, and Sunscape resorts) which means a more upscale resort experience.
Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres is a brand new resort which just opened north of Cancun. It recently changed its name from Majestic Elegance Playa Mujeres to Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres. I recently posted a video of a swim-up room; here’s a video of the public spaces in order to give everyone a look at its general architecture and design.
I found this short but sweet video of public areas and water sports available at this Club Med. It also gives more of an idea how the resort is situated amidst water. Enjoy!
Once upon a time (actually, it was around 1996) there was a family who took an adventurous trip to Mexico (it was Ixtapa–semi-adventurous). While the dad chose the resort with price in mind, the rest of the family were whooping it up at all the activities available including trapeze and sailing lessons. And the resort was beachfront, a big plus for everyone. That family was mine and the resort in question was Club Med Ixtapa. That was my first introduction to Club Med (I believe Club Med was the very first all-inclusive brand) and what a pleasant surprise it was.