For years, travelers to the Riviera Maya have known the familiar, trusted names that line the coast. You book a Hilton for its reliable quality, or a Wyndham for its family-friendly fun. But in a major shake-up that is set to redraw the hotel map, some of the most popular resorts in the region are …
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Let’s be honest, when you hear the words “all-inclusive resort,” a certain image probably pops into your head: a massive buffet, a crowded pool with a swim-up bar, and maybe a nightly Michael Jackson impersonator show. And while there’s nothing wrong with that classic formula, a new breed of resort in Cancun and the Riviera …
You did it. You booked the dream all-inclusive Cancun vacation. You’re imagining a wallet-free week of sun, sand, and endless margaritas. The word “all-inclusive” means everything is included, right? Well… mostly. This isn’t a negative story, because your vacation is going to be amazing. Think of this as a friendly, insider guide to navigating the …
You’ve narrowed it down to two of the biggest names in the Riviera Maya: Hotel Xcaret and Moon Palace Cancun. On the surface, they seem similar. Both are massive, luxurious, all-inclusive resorts promising the vacation of a lifetime. But underneath, they offer two completely different philosophies for what a perfect vacation should be. Choosing the …
Summertime in Cancún and the Riviera Maya means sun-drenched days, turquoise waters, and an endless parade of all-inclusive and boutique resorts. But with so many incredible options, how do you pick the one that’s perfect for your dream getaway? We at The Cancún Sun are thrilled to introduce our brand-new Cancún & Riviera Maya Resort …
There’s nothing better than a warm, peaceful evening in Cancun. Whether you’re an expat enjoying a quiet night on your balcony or a traveler savoring dinner on an open-air patio, that tranquil ambiance is part of the magic. It’s a city built on the promise of paradise. But lately, for many, that peace has been …
For travelers seeking an experience beyond the sun-drenched beaches and bustling pool bars of the Riviera Maya, a hidden gem awaits at the luxurious Hotel Xcaret Arte. Tucked away in a secret corner of this adults-only paradise is a clandestine speakeasy that transports guests to the glamorous era of the 1920s. While its official name …
For any first-time visitor to Cancun, the scene can be a shock. You imagine turquoise water, powdery white sand, and a margarita in hand. You get all that, but you also get soldiers in full desert camouflage, carrying tactical rifles, walking past the sunbathers. It’s a sight that can be jarring, but it is by …
RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO – The pristine white sands and turquoise waters that define the Mexican Caribbean are facing an unprecedented threat. A record-breaking invasion of sargassum seaweed is washing ashore in such massive quantities that hotel leaders are now reporting tourist cancellations, forcing the entire region to grapple with an economic and environmental crisis that …
In a stunning confirmation of Mexico’s premier standing in luxury travel, the Riviera Maya is officially home to the best hotel on the planet for 2025. In its annual Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards, global travel platform Tripadvisor crowned Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya as the number one hotel in the entire world. Here …