Category Archives: Riviera Maya News

Ready For A Rock Concert At A Barcelo Resort?

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My son is always good at keeping me apprised of musical venues in Cancun and the Riviera Maya.  He just informed me that there will be a rock ‘n roll festival this year in November at the Barcelo Maya Grand mega-resort.  It is put on by Rock the Tides, a company that puts on festivals that are a combination of music and vacation experiences typically hosted by all-inclusive resorts.  The dates are Nov. 7-9, 2025, and here’s the lineup: Continue reading →

What Is Iberostar’s “Wave Of Change”?

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Since I will be staying at an Iberostar mega-resort this summer, I’ve been doing my initial research of this property and came across some newer information about Iberostar resort policies and procedures which may be important to other vacationers as well.

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Interested in New Resorts Opening in 2025 and 2026?

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Take a look at the video below done by Luxscape and see what new resorts will be opening in Mexico during 2025 and 2026…the beginning of the video covers Cabo, so go to 2:58 in the video to see some of the new ones in the Cancun/Riviera part of Mexico.

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Taking The Tren Maya To Chichen Itza? Here’s Some Info About That Option…

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While some Tren Maya sections are still being worked on, the section between the Cancun airport and the famous Chichén Itzá ruins is finished and already taking international visitors and locals to this well know destination.

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Has Anyone Heard Of Resorts Limiting All-Inclusive Access The Days of Arrival and Departure??

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FYI:  I just came across info that Grand Velas Riviera Maya also has a policy that any food, drinks, or other amenities will be an extra cost once you check out  and it’s past 12 p.m.

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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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VISITAX Prices Going Up–Some New Info…

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Most vacationers who visit the Cancun/Riviera Maya areas of Mexico already know about VISITAX, or departure tax which became law in 2021.  This requires all visitors ages 4+ who stay in this area of Mexico up to 180 days to pay their departure tax prior to leaving the country to return home or go to their next travel destination.

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And Even More Info On VISITAX..

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Just returned from my trip to the Riviera Maya where I stayed at Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen, Secrets Tulum, and Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya.  As I mentioned in my last blog post, I purchased my VISITAX prior to leaving for my trip and made a print out to take along with my QR code verifying purchase.

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