The Amazing Resort Called Hotel Xcaret Mexico

Following our visit to the Riu Dunamar in February 2018 (if you want to read my review of that property just click here), my husband and I took a private shuttle to another new all-inclusive resort which also opened December 2017.  Hotel Xcaret Mexico is the first stage of a six stage project (Destino Xcaret) designed and built by the Mexican firm Grupo Xcaret.  The entire project will eventually consist of a multipurpose stadium, a shopping center, and 6,000 guest rooms across 12 hotels.  Hotels will range from luxury accommodations to those with four star ratings.

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Hotel Riu Dunamar is Another Riu Hit

Okay.  Despite an impressive backlog of work which accumulated while on vacation and succumbing to the flu upon my return (has anyone needed a vacation from a vacation?), I have finally gotten around to writing this review which I should have completed several weeks ago.  Mea culpa.  Believe me, Hotel Riu Dunamar is worth the wait.

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Hotel Xcaret Mexico Room Category Clarification (Hopefully)

For those of you wondering about the room categories or guest room buildings at the new Hotel Xcaret Mexico, here is a quick review of what I have discovered about them.

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Karisma’s New Villa Opening in June 2017

The Karisma brand will be opening its fourth property within its Villa Collection, part of its esteemed Connoisseur Collection, in the Riviera Maya this June.  Villa Casa Del Mar is situated next to Azul Beach Resort Riviera Maya and will consist of the following amenities: Continue reading →

Ocean Riviera Paradise Resort Layout

If you’re wondering what the overall layout is like at Ocean Riviera Paradise, take a look at the following video which was made just before the resort opened its doors several months ago.  The resort has been accepting guests since December 2016.

Dreams Playa Mujeres Preferred Club Jr. Suite Ocean View Room

Here is video #3 in the series of videos about Dreams Playa Mujeres.  I stayed in an upgraded room, Preferred Club Jr. Suite Ocean View, in building #7 on the 4th floor.  Take a look and let us know what you think!

Dreams Playa Mujeres Part 2, Main Pool, Waterslides, Water Park, and Lazy River

Here is part 2 of my video series on Dreams Playa Mujeres focusing on the main pool and the water park amenities.  Let us know what you think of the resort; watch for part 3 which is a video on the Preferred Club Jr. Suite Ocean View.

Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf and Spa Resort Review

I just returned from another trip to Cancun and stayed at the beautiful Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf and Spa Resort during Feb. 2017.  I stayed in an upgraded Preferred Club Jr. Suite Ocean View, room #7408.  I had pre-requested a pool view in addition to the ocean view since I did not want to look out at the side of the resort and this wish was definitely met. This was the view from my balcony with its own comfortable day bed and Jacuzzi tub.

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