This year, there has been a noticeable shift in travel trends towards luxury experiences, driven by a post-pandemic desire for ‘revenge travel’ – an eagerness to compensate for missed trips with more upscale travel choices.
Mexico has become a hotspot for this travel trend in 2023, as highlighted by the luxury travel consultancy platform Virtuoso.
Leading destinations like Cancun and Los Cabos are set to experience substantial sales increases, projecting up to a 47% surge in 2023 compared to the pre-pandemic year of 2019.
The Mexican Caribbean, led by Cancun, dominates hotel transactions, especially in the 3 to 5-star category.
Moreover, Cancun is currently adding around 4,000 rooms – a significant contrast to popular destinations like Los Cabos, which has only 700 rooms in development.
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Despite the development of new luxury projects in other Mexican Caribbean destinations and emerging luxury hotspots like Riviera Nayarit, Cancun’s ability to retain its top status is a noteworthy achievement and a testament to its lasting popularity.
So, if you’re curious to find out what exactly makes Cancun stand out from the various luxury destinations in Mexico, keep reading!
Lavish Accommodations
Luxury travelers visiting Cancun have dozens of 5-star all-inclusives to choose from.
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Resorts such as Haven Riviera Cancun, Live Aqua Beach Resort, and Hyatt Zilara (among several others) extend top-tier amenities and services to their guests, including spacious rooms, 24-hour concierge service, exclusive access to private beaches, pools, and more.
Not only that, but as the demand for luxury all-inclusives keeps rising, these resorts go above and beyond, ensuring guests indulge in the finest culinary, wellness, and entertainment experiences.
Le Blanc Spa and Nizuc Resort & Spa particularly shine for their exceptional wellness offerings, boasting state-of-the-art treatments and services that guarantee a truly rejuvenating experience.
Moreover, luxury doesn’t always mean breaking the bank in Cancun, as in its diverse landscape of exclusive accommodations, there are options to suit every budget and preference without compromising on comfort.
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Shopping
In Cancun, luxury is not limited to resorts, as the town is celebrated for its exclusive shopping malls and shops.
The iconic La Isla Shopping Village, an open-air shopping haven in the hotel zone, boasts a lineup of prestigious brands, including Zara, Carolina Herrera, Dolce & Gabbana, Louis Vuitton, and more.
But no Cancun shopping mall can quite match Luxury Avenue, a lavish boutique mall located at the heart of the Hotel Zone.
With a reputation of being one of the most exclusive malls not only in the Mexican Caribbean but in the whole country, here you’ll find countless art, beauty, perfumery, and jewelry shops, featuring products from top brands like Bulgari, Cartier, and Montblanc.
And with the recent inauguration of Cancun’s Grand Outlet Riviera Maya, set to become the largest shopping mall in Latin America, Cancun is steadily solidifying its status as an international luxury shopping mecca.
Unique Experiences
Cancun offers a wealth of options for travelers seeking exclusive and unforgettable experiences.
You can book your own private yacht cruise, navigate the crystal-clear waters of the Cancun Sea, and even explore lush mangrove forests in the Nichupté Lagoon – all while enjoying world-class drinks, food, and other amenities.
Alternatively, you can book a private tour to one of the many tourist attractions the Mexican Caribbean has to offer, whether this is an archaeological site or a natural park, allowing you to customize your experience and explore at your leisure.
Golf enthusiasts have access to top-notch courses, including the Moon Palace Golf Course, the Riviera Cancun Golf & Resorts Course, and the famous Camaleon Golf Course at Mayakoba, designed by Australian golf icon Greg Norman.
Moreover, Cancun is known for its stylish beach clubs, which offer a relaxing and exclusive experience complemented by live music, pools, and stunning views of the Mexican Caribbean Sea.
Finally, it’s impossible to discuss luxury experiences in Cancun without acknowledging its fine dining scene.
With iconic restaurants such as Lorenzillo’s, Puerto Madero, Harry’s Steakhouse, Porfirio’s, and many more, luxury travelers are spoiled for choice in Cancun.
These offerings represent just a glimpse of the myriad possibilities Cancun has in store for discerning travelers, so its status as the leading luxury destination in Mexico is clearly well-deserved.
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