To those of you who like to vape, especially while on vacation relaxing and having a good time, there is a new information about the legality of this action while in the country of Mexico.
New Vaping Laws in Mexico…
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Category Archives: Riviera Maya News
Some Major Resort Changes To Report…
I ran across these pieces of info and thought I would pass it along just in case anyone will be vacationing at these properties in the near future. Continue reading
Hotels Xcaret’s Pre-Arrival “Wishlist” Changes…I Think
For those of you familiar with the multiple Hotels Xcarets (Hotel Xcaret Mexico, Hotel Xcaret Arte, and La Casa de la Playa), you know that once you paid for your resort stay in full you were given access to their “Wishlist” which meant you could make reservations at specialty restaurants, select parks, and select excursions. There evidently has been some very recent changes which will affect their Wishlist policy.
Barcelo Maya Riviera Entrance Destroyed…
Wow, I came across the news this morning, if anyone is familiar with Barcelo Maya Riviera which is part of the Barcelo resort complex in the Riviera Maya, their resort entrance completely collapsed ! Luckily no one was hurt.
Some Surprises For Conde Nast Reader’s Choice Awards?
I always like finding out about how Condé Nast Reader’s Choice Awards turn out for the year. For 2025, here’s the top all-inclusive resorts for eastern Mexico–I’m focusing on the ones in Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Continue reading
Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya Announces New Ocean View Suite Category!
The beautiful adults-only Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya resort has just announced that they are now offering a true ocean view suite category that also includes a private plunge pool. It’s right on the beach and there are only 36 of them including ground floor and top floor suites.
Lomas Hospitality Now Offers Their “More Inclusive” Program For Guests
The number of all-inclusive resorts in Cancun and the Riviera Maya is getting larger every year with the addition of 4-6 new properties all vying for part of the very popular all-inclusive market of vacationers. As a result, resort brands are having to come up with ways to entice such vacationers; one such way is the expansion of what you get for your all-inclusive stay.
Hyatt Purchases Playa Resorts–Look For Several New Resort Names…
Hyatt has decided to rename several existing resorts since purchasing Playa Resorts last week. Here is the short list of those affected in Mexico’s Cancun and Riviera Maya areas: Continue reading
Barcelo Maya Grand Resort’s Dolphin Pool Closed…
It’s been a long time coming with many animal activists/animal rights groups campaigning for the dolphin pool closure at the Barcelo Maya Grand resort, and finally it has occurred.
Ready For A Rock Concert At A Barcelo Resort?
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