Category Archives: Riviera Maya News

A New Resort That’s Not On Everyone’s Radar…..

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I’ll admit, I don’t know much about this new resort, Palmaïa House of AïA, which opened Dec. 2019.  I do know exactly where it’s located, though, because I walked down to this beach area Aug. 2019 when I stayed at Iberostar Tucan.  This resort is located just south of Sandos Playacar in the gated community of Playacar.  Obviously the resort wasn’t finished yet when I saw it from a distance, but from what I did observe it was on a pristine stretch of Playacar beach with many rooms having oceanfront views.  That’s a great start in and of itself.

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Cenotes Near Barcelo Maya Grand Resort

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There are multiple cenotes across the street from the Barcelo Maya Grand. Courtesy Unofficial Barcelo Maya

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Sea Turtles Becoming Endangered?

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I read an interesting National Geographic article which discussed the potential fate of sea turtles due to climate change.  In the article, NG sites a dramatic rise in female sea turtle populations around the world including the Caribbean, San Diego, and Australia.  Since sand heat ultimately determines sea turtle gender, many sea turtles are being born female due to rising world temperatures (sand gets hotter, more female turtles are born).

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Video of Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun New Swim-Up Suite

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This  resort is just about ready to reopen its doors after a complete renovation which was done in stages; it is slightly behind schedule, and when I confirm a reopening date I will post it. (FYI:  I just got confirmation as of Oct. 19 that the resort has now reopened).

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Another Source for Sargassum Info

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If you belong to Facebook you might want to visit the page entitled “Sargasso Seaweed Updates Riviera Maya”.  It’s a closed group, but you can ask to join–there are frequent beach pics of various areas in the Riviera Maya and elsewhere in Quintana Roo from vacationers currently visiting at the time of the post.  Hope this helps!

The New Palmaia Resort to Open In December 2019

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FYI:  The resort appears to now be open as of Dec. 28th, 2019.  There are several reviews on TripAdvisor and other travel wholesaler sites.

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New Liquor Laws Go Into Effect at Resorts

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While the new Quintana Roo liquor laws were supposed to go into effect February 10, 2019 (limiting the hours during which liquor can be sold/served), it has not been until July 2, 2019 that tourists have experienced the actualities of liquor restrictions at Cancun and Riviera Maya resorts.

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Don’t Forget to Bring Your ID

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If you will be taking an ADO bus anywhere in Cancun and the Riviera Maya, make sure to bring your ID.  Due to the flow of migrants from central American countries throughout Mexico, identification is now required prior to boarding.  If you don’t have an ID, you will not be allowed to take this type of transportation throughout the area.

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Ventura Fly and Ride Park at the Barcelo Maya Grand

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FYI:  This attraction is ONLY FOR GUESTS of the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort.

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Is Xplor or Xplor Fuego More Your Style?

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Xplor or Xplor Fuego?  Too bad this is not the most difficult question to be answered in life.  If you are going to the Riviera Maya and thinking of visiting the parks, it will be a question you will have to contemplate at some point.

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