Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun opened in August, 2008 and looks great! The resort is located 25 minutes from the Cancun Airport. The resort has 431 junior suites with view, location, and Preferred Club being the primary difference. (more…)

Le Blanc Spa Resort is adults only and is the nicest all-inclusive resort in Cancun! Le Blanc received the prestigious AAA 5 Diamond Award in 2010! After the beach restoration in 2010, the beach is fantastic! (more…)

I was very impressed with Dreams Puerto Aventuras Riviera Maya. I visited this resort in December of 2006 and (more…)

Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya opened in November of 2009 and is my favorite family resort in the area. The resort is located 30 minutes south of the Cancun Airport. (more…)

This Karisma Resort has 438 suites and opened in 2008. The Azul Sensatori Hotel caters to families and destination weddings, but it also has an adults-only section with private adults-only pool. This resort is super family friendly and children are greeted with milkshakes (while the adults receive champagne) at check-in. (more…)

I just arrived back after 6 days at the RIU Palace Riviera Maya in the Playacar area of Playa del Carmen. The hotel is very impressive with the big chandeliers as you enter the hotel. (more…)

My husband and I stayed at the Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos from Dec. 3 to 6, 2010. We absolutely loved it, because not only is it a really beautiful resort, but the service was impeccable. (more…)

This ultra luxury resort has 90 beachfront suites and is located 30 minutes from the airport in the quaint town of Puerto Morales. Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita is one of five AAA 5 Diamond rated all-inclusive resorts in the world. The resort is (more…)

THE ROYAL in Cancun is an adults-only resort that opened in February 2007. THE ROYAL in Cancun has a fantastic restored beach with thick spaces of white sand and turquoise water. Guests at THE ROYAL can visit, play, eat and drink at the neighboring Gran Caribe Real Cancun. (more…)

The Sun Palace resort is located on the South end of the Cancun strip. All of the hotels on this strip have received a new beach and it looks awesome with white sand and turquoise water. The Sun Palace is more secluded than the mid strip properties and is adults and couples only. (more…)

Recently I stayed at the Le Blanc Spa Resort, an upscale all-inclusive resort. (more…)

I just returned from the Now Jade Riviera Cancun in Cancun. The staff and the Kids Club were fantastic; my 6 and 4 year old loved every part of the club. The rooms were great and spacious. The first floor (more…)

Excellence Playa Mujeres is a very unique resort located 35 minutes from the airport in a secluded location north of Cancun. The resort has 450 junior suites and opened in the Winter of 2008. The resort is similar in quality to (more…)

Overall, Now Jade Riviera Cancun is a great value for the money. The resort has 565 Jr Suites divided into 5 room categories. The Preferred Club rooms are larger and offer fantastic views and locations closer to the beach and the quiet pool. There are two large pools both with swim up pool bars. (more…)

We stayed at the Great Parnassus Resort & Spa in Cancun from June 25, 2010 to July 2, 2010. The reason we chose this hotel is because we were taking our kids ranging from 3 to 20. I liked (more…)

Although the Golden Parnassus Resort & Spa is a 3 1/2 star resort in Cancun, I would personally award them 5 stars for service and friendly staff, plus they had very good food! (more…)

What to be treated like royalty? Then Rosewood Mayakoba in Riviera Maya, Mexico is the place for you. This hotel feels like you have traveled to Southeast Asia with private boats that take you to your private villa where you will be (more…)

In September, I returned from a wonderful three nights/four days at the Club Med Cancun Yucatan. Set on a beautiful beach and architecture of the Maya theme, this resort offers something for everyone. Stepping into the open air reception area, greeted by a smiling face, a cool drink and iced towel, what more could one want? (more…)

My path to success as a travel agent escalated to a whole new level when I became a GIVC with Karisma Resorts. I have stayed at every one of their resorts. Each of the resorts has a completely different experience (more…)

On each of our vacations, we take time to explore other resorts, as the information we gain helps us to choose a resort that is in line with our clients desires. The Dreams Riviera Cancun in Riviera Maya, is one of the newest Dreams Resorts location. The resort is as (more…)

I visited Los Cabos, Mexico with the Los Cabos Tourist Board in November 2010. We stayed at the Barceló Los Cabos Palace Deluxe beachfront resort. It has 547 suites and is located in San Jose del Cabo. The resort is about 25 minutes from the airport (more…)

On each of our vacations, we take time to explore other resorts, as the information we gain helps us to choose a resort that is in line with our clients desires. We were hosted, on our latest trip, by Secrets Maroma, owned by AM Resorts, so we thought it only best to tour within their resort line of Dreams, NOW and Zoetry. (more…)

Excellence Riviera Cancun in Riviera Maya is absolutely beautiful! There are 8 restaurants at this resort and Toscana, the Italian restaurant and Chez Isabelle, the French restaurant are among my favorites! Presentation of these gourmet meals is (more…)

I had the opportunity to have a private tour of the beautiful Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya, Mexico in August 2010. This adult only resort is large and spread out with several dining venues included in its all-inclusive program. (more…)

On each of our vacations, we take time to explore other resorts, as the information we gain helps us to choose a resort that is in line with our clients desires. (more…)

On each of our vacations, we like to stay at resorts that we send our clients to most and also explore other resorts within that chain. For this journey, we chose to stay at Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun, an adults-only, all-inclusive resort on one of the top 10 beaches in the world. (more…)

On each of our vacations, we take time to explore other resorts, as the information we gain helps us to choose a resort that is in line with our clients desires. We were hosted, on our latest trip, by Secrets Maroma, owned by AM Resorts, so we thought it only best to tour within their resort line of Dreams, NOW and Zoetry. (more…)

The El Dorado Royale resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico is truly a gourmet inclusive as they advertise. I have stayed at the El Dorado Royale and enjoyed the stay and would recommend this resort without hesitation. (more…)

As a Travel Agent for Travel Leaders and an event planner, I can tell you firsthand about the Azul Sensatori Hotel in Riviera Maya from both the group and the individual perspective. I had two groups visit the Azul Sensatori Hotel, one an incentive group, and one a friends and family trip. I escorted both groups. From start to (more…)

Nothing compares to the JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa. This resort offers impeccable service, beautiful grounds, and a fabulous beach with a great location. The service was five stars from the pick up at the airport to all the staff at the JW Marriott.

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I visited this all-inclusive adults-only resort for my 10th anniversary and absolutely loved it! The grounds at the Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa are large and beautifully landscaped with many gardens, water-features and wildlife. Because of the layout, we never felt crowded even though we were there at a busy time. This resort is a great choice for a relaxing, romantic vacation. (more…)

We stayed at the Azul Sensatori Hotel in Riviera Maya for an entire week with a 4 year old who didn’t want to come home, so I can tell you this hotel is fabulous for kids! The Azulitos kids club here is the best equipped I have ever seen. The place is always immaculate and everyone there is so friendly. It never felt crowded and the kids were always busy with some activity if they wanted. You can also (more…)

I visited Zoetry Casa del Mar Los Cabos back on August 9-13, 2010. It was off season, but the resort has only 88 suites. The property is beautifully landscaped and located on an excellent beach. The food was awesome and all of the menus put a foot note at the bottom listing calories, fat, carbs, etc as this is a spa type resort. (more…)

!Fantastico! On May 25, 2010 we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary at the Moon Palace Golf and Spa Resort in Cancun, Mexico. With our three sons present we renewed our wedding vows with a gorgeous setting and a fabulous wedding staff to assist us with everything. (more…)

As a Destination Wedding and Honeymoon Specialists I wanted to experience the gourmet inclusive amenities that I promote to my couples. To say the least, El Dorado Royale in Riviera Maya tops all that I have personally experienced. (more…)

We stayed at Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun on April 15-19 for our anniversary and 4th annual trip to Mexico with our group of friends. I have stayed at other Secrets and Dreams properties and this is by far the best. This beach was the most beautiful I have been to. (more…)

From June 18 - 26th I traveled to Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa with my husband and 2 kids, ages 12 and 8. I am a travel agent, so I have been to other properties owned by AM Resorts. I think Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya was fantastic. (more…)

I vacationed at the Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa last year. This was my first experience with an all-inclusive in Mexico, and let me tell you this hotel has many of your familiar Caribbean chains beat by a mile. (more…)

We recently stayed at THE ROYAL in Cancun and may I say the property does have the “WOW” factor. Every room in the resort has a view of the ocean, and the rooms are amazing with Jacuzzi tubs and double headed marble showers, aroma scents, private pillow menu and separate check-in can be added by booking the Royal Service and its so worth it. (more…)

As a travel agent at Classic Travel I would like to tell you about my favorite resorts in the Riviera Maya. Location and beach are very important to me so when I visit I stay at one of the Iberostar Resorts. There are 5 resorts to choose from and you get exchange privileges with each resort (including a day pass to Iberostar Cozumel and Iberostar Tucan& Quetzal). (more…)

From the moment we arrived, this resort was drop dead gorgeous with mosaic tile and granite everywhere. The main building at the Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun resort displays an impressive lobby where you can find a wonderful bar stocked with top shelf liquor, including Grey Goose and Don Julio. This lobby also houses several upscale gift shops and a beautiful lobby much like you might find at any 5 star resort. (more…)

We did a walk through of the Iberostar Tucan & Quetzal property just to see the beach because we had heard it was not that great. The day we visited, the beach was lovely! It still seems wide, deep and clean. From the beach, you have to walk through pretty mangroves to get through the property. (more…)

The Iberostar Paraiso del Mar is the more moderate property on the same site as the Iberostar Paraiso Lindo and the Iberostar Paraiso Maya. Actually the rooms were not much different than the rooms at the Iberostar Paraiso Lindo, same size room with a slightly smaller bathroom, and a single sink. The pool area is large and the beach was nice. (more…)

I would definitely recommend the Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun in Riviera Maya for any traveling family. This resort was formally the Paradisus Riviera Cancun and is located next to Excellence Riviera Cancun. The resort was just under new ownership at the end of April 2010 (more…)

The Iberostar Paraiso Maya shares a pool with its sister property, Iberostar Paraiso Lindo but offers much nicer rooms and furnishings. The soft goods are updated and are in soft neutral colors. The bathroom has a separate shower/tub and double sinks. There is also a sofa with pull out double sized bed in the sitting area. (more…)

I returned home from Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun in April and plan to return again in November. I have been going to this property in the Riviera Maya twice a year since it opened in August 2008. I have yet to find a more suitable place for adults. If you’re looking for an all-inclusive escape with a beautiful beach, the ability to have steak & shrimp for lunch in your suite or by the pool, then this is the place for you. (more…)

The entrance at the Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso is grand in everyway and includes an indoor garden that reminds me of the Bellagio in Las Vegas. All the marble and carpeted hallways leading to the rooms are located inside…something that is unique to most if not all the Riviera Maya resorts. All the rooms are Junior Suites and are very nicely done with good quality furnishings and the bathrooms have a separate toilet room, shower and upgraded amenities. (more…)

Riu Palace Riviera Maya is your typical Riu hotel with the dark Spanish accents and traditional Spanish décor. It is a little nicer than the Riu Palace Mexico, since it is newer and a little more updated. The rooms are the typical junior suites with nice bathrooms with double sinks and nicely tiled baths with a shower in the bathtub. They do have rooms that can be locked off at the entrance for families (more…)

I stayed at the Valentin Imperial Maya Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya, Mexico from November 27 through December 4, 2009 and was extremely impressed with this all-inclusive resort. The Valentin Imperial Maya is less than a forty minute ride from the Cancun Airport and the best ease of travel is by using the private car transfers. This resort has an impressive (more…)

The entire Barceló complex located south of town but north of Tulum, is a very large complex that is made up of several Barceló properties. I guess the nice part is there is a lot of variety available. The Barceló Maya Palace Deluxe gives you many a la carte choices to choose from without a limit. The beach at the Barceló Maya Palace (more…)

The beach at the Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa is really, really nice. It has a super kids club, very similar to that of the Dream Puerto Vallarta and the Dreams Cancun. Plus it has the same format with no reservation required at any of their restaurants. The hotel is divided into the Dreams section, (more…)

If you’re looking for a quaint, adult-only, all-inclusive escape, Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun is your calling! I’ve stayed at the Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico several times over the past few years and love it! The property is just a short distance north of the Cancun Airport so you can be at the beach in no time after landing. (more…)

The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta is a little piece of heaven on earth. The resort is located in the Marina area of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. This area is alive with great restaurants, bars, clubs, and shopping, both high end and souvenirs. There are art galleries and unique jewelry to shop for. (more…)

The ROYAL in Playa del Carmen in Mexico is hopping busy, a real scene. The hotel is smack dab in the middle of town, on a great beach. It is adults only and is the most upscale of the Real Resorts. The rooms are spacious and very ornately decorated (more…)

The Valentin Imperial Maya is an adult’s only property (18 and older) located in Riviera Maya, Mexico. It is situated on a very nice stretch of soft sand beach. It is approximately 20 to 25 min. from the Cancun airport. Check-in went very smoothly. Each building had its own concierge. (more…)

All I can say about the Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun is WOW! This is an adult’s only resort with huge character. The grounds are extremely lavish with vegetation everywhere. Here you are amidst vibrant flowers and numerous tropical plants. You will see native wildlife here on this resort property (more…)

The Maroma Resort & Spa is a lovely little hotel! It is part of the Orient Express brand and it is like a mini Royal Hideaway on a much nicer beach and not all inclusive. The resort is small and romantic, and is adults only. The rooms are really like junior suites and have pretty romantic bedding with netting and floral displays on the bed. (more…)

The Iberostar Paraiso Lindo in Riviera Maya is a moderate plus choice for families. The rooms at the resort are adequate. There is a refrigerator stocked with water bottles, cokes and beer in the room as well as a coffee maker with a gallon of bottled water to use in it. (more…)

I have always loved the Royal Hideaway Playacar resort in Riviera Maya and still do. They have made it even better with new restaurants and a really nice dinner/theater. The atmosphere is beautiful and elegant. When you walk in you are greeted with cool towels, champagne, fresh flowers and violin music with sit down private check-in. (more…)

I recently took a trip to Cozumel to do some diving and vacationing. Our group, mixed couples and singles, stayed at the all inclusive Cozumel Palace and had a wonderful time. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted at the front door with a cool beverage; our experience at the resort was close to flawless! The food, service and (more…)