Grand Section of Moon Palace Opens New Amenities

For those interested in how the Grand section of Moon Palace is doing with its construction of new amenities, here is the latest info.  New openings include the following: Continue reading

Riu Palace Las Americas Resort Review (Post Renovation)

Ever since the renovations were completed several months ago at Riu Palace Las Americas I have been chomping at the bit to go back and check out what had been added, painted, replaced, removed, and relocated–I wanted to see whether the beautiful resort I had visited several years ago was still basically the same or in what ways it was now different.  Since I had seen the transformations done to Riu Cancun, Riu Playacar, Riu Mexico, and Riu Yucatan, I had some initial trepidation that my beautiful Las Americas with its Mediterranean charm had perhaps turned into a modern day glitzy Vegas palace.

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Riu Palace Las Americas Jr. Suite Video

If you are interested in the changes which have occurred at Riu Palace Las Americas after their renovations, here is a short video highlighting the Jr. Suite amenities.  Take a look and tell us what you think!

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Riu Palace Las Americas 2016 Renovations Video

Want to take a look at Riu Palace Las Americas renovations which were completed the latter part of 2016?  Watch my latest resort video and tell me what you think of the renovation.

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Drone Video of Royal Hideaway Playacar

Take a look at Royal Hideaway Playacar from a drone’s perspective–this was taken prior to the renovations, so a few outdoor spaces may look a tad different here than what the resort currently looks like (re. Deck and Grill outdoor space specifically).  Have you been here since the completion of the renovations, and, if so, how does it compare?

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Riu Palace Las Americas New Renovation Additions

Riu’s most recent $12 million dollar renovation in the latter part of 2016 has brought about many changes to their Cancun signature resort (Riu Palace Las Americas)–some guests will like them, some will not.  Here is a list of what Riu has done with their $12 million: Continue reading

Royal Hideaway Playacar Renovation News

The renovations seem to be taking more time than was originally planned for the Royal Hideaway Playacar; looks like the deadline for the completion has gone from Nov. 15 to Dec. 20, 2016.  Here is a list of what has been completed or is going to be worked on during the renovation process: Continue reading

Adults-Only Boutique Resort in Playa del Carmen

For those of you looking for a boutique resort in the heart of Playa del Carmen just off of 5th Ave., check out Hotel Live Aqua Boutique Resort Playa del Carmen.  This luxury resort opened December 2015 and is located just off of 5th Ave. and Calle 32 Norte; it is walking distance from Mamita’s Beach Club and steps from Playa del Carmen’s action.  Hotel Live Aqua also offers discounted admission to both Mamita’s and Kool beach clubs in Playa del Carmen.

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Riu Palace Mexico Drone Video

Bless the person who invented the drone as well as the person/company who decided that making drone videos of resorts could be a money-making business.  Gotta love them–they give a great overall view of a resort’s general layout which can provide additional information when deciding whether or not to book a specific resort.

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El Dorado Maroma Overwater Palafitos New Spa and Restaurant Pics

Construction is almost complete for the overwater palafitos at El Dorado Maroma.  Here are a couple of new pics of the restaurant and spa just for palafitos guests.  Take a look!

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