If you are currently planning a getaway to the Mexican Caribbean, you already know the vibe: turquoise water, white sand, and a cold drink in your hand. But there is a very specific type of traveler who knows that the absolute peak of vacation luxury is the swim-up bar. There is a unique kind of …
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You have finally arrived in Cancun. You have an ice-cold margarita in your hand, a perfect view of the turquoise Caribbean Sea, and absolutely zero plans to move from your lounge chair for the next five days. If this sounds exactly like your vacation strategy for 2026, you are in great company! According to the …
We all know the struggle of finding a new resort. You want that “fresh hotel smell” and modern design, but you’re terrified of being a guinea pig for a place that hasn’t worked out its kinks. But every once in a while, a new property opens its doors and seemingly gets it right immediately. If …
If you’re the kind of traveler who judges a Cancun resort by two things first (the pool and the food), you’re going to want this one on your radar. Here at The Cancun Sun, we keep a close eye on which properties are actually delivering “luxury” in real life, not just in marketing photos. And …
If the words Riviera Maya make you think only of big beachfront all-inclusives, this one’s going to surprise you. We at The Cancun Sun have been tracking a quieter trend just south of Cancun: jungle-immersed luxury stays that feel like a secret retreat and a theme-park vacation rolled into one. The latest proof? Jungala Hotel, …
We at The Cancun Sun love when the Mexican Caribbean gets its flowers—and this weekend, it rained trophies. At the 2025 World Travel Awards Latin America Gala held in Cancún on September 27, 2025, Hilton Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort took home Mexico & Central America’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort—a huge regional win that spotlights how far …
If you’ve been trying to book a stay at the iconic Grand Hyatt in Playa del Carmen for a fall getaway, you’ve probably noticed it’s completely vanished from booking sites. Don’t worry, you’re not going crazy. The stunning, 314-room beachfront resort has been undergoing a massive transformation behind the scenes. So, what’s taking its place? …
You’ve planned the perfect Cancun vacation. But let’s be real, sometimes things don’t go perfectly. The AC in your room is weak, the shower has no hot water, or the “ocean view” you paid for is blocked by a giant palm tree. When something goes wrong, the first question that pops into your head is …
Arriving before sunrise and flying home on a late-evening departure can feel like you’ve squeezed a bonus 24 hours into your getaway—and most Cancun resorts will happily play along. By checking in early, stashing your bags with the bell staff, and lingering on property long after official checkout, you can enjoy breakfast buffets, pool time, …
Picture this: you and your love cocooned in your own private infinity pool as the sun melts into the Caribbean—Cancún’s top five resorts for 2025 will make that fantasy your reality. We at The Cancún Sun believe that every romantic escape deserves its own story—and the setting makes all the difference. Below, you’ll find richer, …