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Changes To Iberostar Resort Names…

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Any fans of the Iberostar resort complex in the Riviera Maya?  It’s a mega-resort with five separate all-inclusives; where you book will determine which other resorts you can access.  For those who aren’t familiar with the property, there are almost 2,000 rooms, 20+ restaurants, more than a dozen pools, two spas, two gyms, and a small shopping mall across the road from the resorts.  There is a lazy river, wave pool, and a newer water park for those who want some water fun opportunities during vacation.

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RiuParty Resorts–Which Ones, What Parties, And When?

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I’ve recently gotten multiple inquiries about which Riu resorts in Cancun/Riviera Maya are official RiuParty properties, what parties occur on what days, and what time these parties occur…well, I have the answers to your questions so I thought I’d make it public for everyone to know.

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Atelier Has A Few New Room Categories…

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With the closing of the family-friendly Estudio section of Atelier Playa Mujeres, management decided to revamp parts of the resort to make it more in line with the Atelier adults-only atmosphere.  (Atelier accepts guests age 16+).  As a result, there are a few new room categories which were added including the following: Continue reading →

Interested In Playing Pickleball While On Vacation In Cancun Or The Riviera Maya?

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Are you one of the many individuals who have become a pickleball enthusiast?  I have several friends who are so into it they take lessons and play in tournaments… Unfortunately I haven’t yet joined the pickleball craze, but I realize that many who have are wanting to continue playing while on vacation, just as many vacationers enjoy working out in a gym while away from home.

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Beyond The All-Inclusive Bliss: Unforgettable Adventures in Cancun (A Guest Post Guide To Vacationing In Cancun/Riviera Maya

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My Instagram friend, Gaspar Michel (known as cancunvacationsecrets on Instagram) kindly wrote me a blog post about what to do when travelers are staying at an all-inclusive resort but want to do something fun and/or adventurous in the Cancun or Riviera Maya areas of Mexico.  Since he currently resides in Tulum and has been posting for some time about what to do and how to save money while on vacation in this part of Mexico, I thought a local would be the best source of info about how to have even more fun while vacationing at an all-inclusive property.  So, please read on and find out what he thought would be helpful…

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Opinions on Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts?

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Everyone has their opinion on the “best of” within any category up for discussion, and that includes all-inclusive resorts.  Within Mexico’s Cancun and the Riviera Maya areas, there is a plethora of such all-inclusive resorts, and since I’ve never bothered to count them I can’t give you a specific number.  Even if I did, every year there is a minimum of 2-3 new adults-only resorts so the number would soon be inaccurate anyway.

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Where NOT To Stay In Cancun Over Spring Break…

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Even if you’ve never been to Cancun before, hopefully you are aware that Cancun has been a mecca for spring breakers for quite some time.  Beautiful azure ocean vistas, soft white sand beaches, warm and sunny days perfect for tanning, and nearby bars and clubs for nighttime fun attract many vacationers during spring months, not just college students.  If you are not into wild and crazy partying and still want to vacation in Cancun during the spring, it’s important to know where college spring breakers tend to stay so you can avoid experiencing a potentially disastrous vacation experience.  If you like this kind of party ambiance, more power to you; read on and find out where to stay instead!

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Conde Nast 2023 Readers Choice Best Eastern Mexico Resorts…

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I’ve been meaning to post the outcome of Condé Nast Readers Choice 2023 poll results for best eastern Mexico resorts…if you don’t already know the results, here they are: Continue reading →

Want Help In Deciding Which Room To Book At Beloved Playa Mujeres?

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If you’ve already decided to book Beloved Playa Mujeres, then you already know you will be staying at one of the best luxury boutique couples only all-inclusive resorts in this part of Mexico.  The question then becomes not where to stay, but which room to book…This may be a difficult decision since the Beloved offers 11 different room categories.  That’s a lot for any property.  So, what’s the difference in these categories?

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