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WELCOME Welcome! Bienvenidos! GOGO Worldwide Vacations would like to thank you for choosing us as your complete vacation specialists! We have selected some of our excellent hotels and experiences to present you a brochure that will not only be your greatest source for products but we have also added insider recommendations from our Land Product Experts here at GOGO Worldwide Vacations. We have carefully crafted this brochure to provide you with the tools you need to guarantee when you are planning your holiday, you will simply need to contact your travel agent to assist you with making it a reality.
GOGO Worldwide Vacations prides itself as being the experts in Mexico and we are very proud to offer you this brochure as the platform to begin the dreaming and planning stages of your vacation. We look forward to helping you throughout this process and will be with you every step of the way. Yours Sincerely, GOGO Worldwide Vacations Canada, Your Land Product Experts
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CONTENTS Mexico..................................................................................6
Riviera Maya...................................................................48
Mexico Map........................................................................8
Cozumel............................................................................68
Escapes.............................................................................10
Ixtapa/ Zihuatanejo....................................................76
Popular Insider Experiences..................................12
Los Cabos........................................................................82
Mexican Cuisine...........................................................14
Mazatlán...........................................................................92
Nightlife............................................................................16
Puerto Vallarta...............................................................98
Family Vacation.............................................................18
Riviera Nayarit............................................................108
Destination Weddings.............................................20
Guadalajara..................................................................116
Hotel Amenities Quick Look..................................22
Mérida............................................................................122
Cancun..............................................................................28
Mexico City..................................................................128
Isla Mujeres.....................................................................44
Terms & Conditions.................................................134
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Adults Only Looking for some grown-up time away from the kids or a romantic escape with your other half? Guests must be over 18 to stay at these properties.
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Rooms Sleep 5 These guest rooms can comfortably accommodate up to five guests, and are perfect for travelling with family and friends! Look for the hand symbol within the hotel’s profile to distinguish which hotels offer this option.
Exceptional properties offering the finest accommodations and amenities with an outstanding variety of premium facilities and services. Excellent properties offering well appointed accommodations and amenities with a superior variety of excellent facilities and services.
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Comfortable and appealing properties offering dependable accommodations and amenities with a variety of facilities and services.
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Moderately priced properties offering basic accommodations, amenities, facilities, and services.
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Economically priced properties offering modest accommodations and limited amenities, facilities, and services. Preferred Partner Hand-selected as the premiere accommodations in their destination, these are the places we stay when we take a vacation. All-Inclusive Enjoy your meals, beverages, and more fun without having to carry cash or credit cards at your resort- it’s all included in the cost of your trip! 4
My Time Vacation like a VIP – at no additional cost! My Time is an exclusive vacation experience in which you receive unique recognition, personalized service, private check-in, exclusive amenities and inclusions, and special touches and complimentary services reserved exclusively for our customers. You’ll find My Time at select resorts and hotels, at no additional cost. These My Time properties have been specifically chosen for their attentive customer service and outstanding facilities, and are located in many popular destinations around the globe. From the moment you arrive at a My Time resort, you’ll receive special extras that regular guests cannot access. A My Time vacation is perfect for singles, friends, couples, and families.
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MEXICO Bordered by azure Pacific and Caribbean waters, site of the extraordinary remains of advanced ancient civilizations, and home to some of the world’s most inviting people, Mexico is the vacation destination you dream about. Mexico is vibrant, colourful, and unique, blessed with Native American heritage and a distinct Spanish flavour. Its varied terrain ranges from cactus-studded deserts to whitesand beaches and blue-green waters, tropical rainforests to steep rocky canyons, and snow-capped volcano peaks to bustling cities. You’ll find it all in this proud nation, where the most notable feature of all is the warmth and hospitality of its people. Much of Mexico’s countryside remains unspoiled by development, and its cities display a unique style of architecture. Its amazing history is reflected in ancient Mayan temples strewn across the jungles, ruins of Aztec civilizations, rural indigenous villages, Spanish colonial cities, silver-mining towns, and traditional seaports. Modern Mexico thrives along hundreds of miles of Pacific and Caribbean coastline, some of the most popular vacation real estate in the world.
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Entry requirements All Canadian citizens are required to present a valid passport. Travellers staying in Mexico for more than 72 hours need a Mexico tourist card, which is good for single entry up to 180 days, and which must be kept with you at all times when in Mexico; the cost (about $20) is included in your airfare. Climate Mexico’s Pacific Coast is bathed in warm-to-hot weather; high temperatures hover at around 32°C with little variation between day and night, and seldom drop below 25°C. Along the Caribbean, temperatures are constant and rather warm throughout the year (with highs of 27°C).
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Mexico was founded in 1551 by Charles V of Spain and is the oldest university in North America. Mexico City has the highest elevation and is oldest city in North America. It is also one of the largest cities in the world. Even though over 50 native tongues are still spoken in rural locations, Spanish is the national language of Mexico. In fact, Mexico is the most populated Spanish-speaking country in the world. The Chichen Itza Pyramid in Mexico was named one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Mexico City is bigger than New York City and it’s sinking. World’s largest producer of silver.
CHECKLIST Here is a little cheat sheet to remind you of all the things you may need for your Mexico vacation.
Sunscreen Bathing suit Sunglasses Sun hat Flip flops Dancing shoes Walking shoes Camera 8
Journal Book Travel insurance Chargers for electronics Headphones Phrase book Medication
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EXPLORE, EXPERIENCE, ESCAPE UNIQUE VACATIONS DESIGNED BY YOU Soothing salty breezes, warm azure blues and hot lemon yellows; swaying palms, thatched-roof cabanas and endless fun in the sun and surf - there’s simply nothing as relaxing and rejuvenating as a great beach vacation in Mexico. As comfortable as our resort holidays are, don’t limit your vacation memories to just your hotel - get out there! Day trips are a great way to truly experience your destination, taking in the local sights, sounds and tastes. Introducing Sun Escapes, where the off-resort experience is just as important and memorable as where you stay. Exclusively for sale by Flight Centre, Sun Escapes are fully customizable beach getaways featuring exclusive Insider Experiences. An Insider Experience unlocks your destination’s must-see attractions and wonders with sightseeing ranging from group tours through to private excursions exclusive to GOGO. We understand every traveller is different, so our range of Insider Experiences cater to all demands. 10
Build your Sun Escape in 4 easy steps: •• Choose your destination. From Cabo to Cancun, we have your dream Mexican hot spot. •• Choose your hotel. We have hotels and resorts catering to all travel styles and budgets. •• Choose your Insider Experience. Pre-book your must-do sightseeing tour. •• Choose your airline. Select the airline and cabin class which best meets your needs. Once you’ve selected your preferences, rest and relaxation in an idyllic Mexican destination is yours to enjoy. All Sun Escapes include great additional benefits not found anywhere else to maximize your experience. •• Upgraded, personalized keepsake documents •• Price drop guarantee on your airfare •• Insider Benefits; a selection of value-adds to enhance your pre and post vacation experience •• $50 future travel credit for your next Getaway, Escape, EuroBreak or Journey with us •• Flight Centre 24/7 assistance.
Whether it’s the yearly family trip or a romantic rendezvous, a taste of luxury or a week with your friends, our diverse collection of Sun Escapes has got you covered. The following pages outline some of our best Insider Experiences, but for more options contact your nearest Flight Centre agent and talk about what you’re looking to experience in your Mexican Sun Escape.
It’s time you stepped off the resort and truly experienced your destination, taking in the local sights, sounds and tastes.
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POPULAR INSIDER EXPERIENCES
This selection of private tours is sure to whet the appetite. For a wider range of activities, refer to the Insider Experiences section for your preferred destination.
Chichen Itza Private Tour with Cooking Lesson Enjoy a fascinating day trip to the central area of the Yucatán on a privately guided tour. Avoid the crowds with an early arrival at the famous archeological site of Chichen Itza to learn about Mayan culture and civilization. Learn how to cook like the locals as an expert teaches you how to prepare an authentic Mayan meal. Taste the results of your new culinary skills while enjoying a refreshing ‘aguas frescas’. Finish your day with a cooling swim in a cenote, an underground pool formed by an asteroid that hit the earth millions of years ago.
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Isla Mujeres VIP Get ready for an activity-packed day at the Royal Garrafon Natural Reef Park where you’ll go hiking, snorkelling, kayaking and zip-lining. Fuel up on an international buffet lunch in the exclusive Garrafon wine cellar. Experience the mystical tradition of the Temazcal, an ancient Mayan steam room, and enjoy extras such as admission to Punta Sur, VIP area access and a keepsake zip-lining photo. Add-on a dolphin experience to spend some time in the water with these wonderful creatures.
Taco & Tequila Town
Pueblos Misticos Tour
Enjoy a private guided walk on the cobblestone streets of Vallarta and discover an authentic gastronomy sampling where the locals eat. Visit a “tortilleria” where fresh tortillas are made and learn its history. Delve into intriguing insights highlighting Mexico’s history, rituals and celebrations and finish your Insider Experience with a tequila tasting.
Journey into the mystical with a visit to Cabo’s enchanting old towns. This off-thebeaten-path, full-day tour is a rich tapestry of indigenous Mexican culture and early Spanish outposts. Your guide will take you to picturesque towns, each revealing its own unique character and traditions. Before heading back, relax on Buena Vista Beach and enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch at a local restaurant in Los Barriles. If you’re looking to explore the “real Mexico”, this tour delivers.
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SPICE UP YOUR LIFE MEXICO IS A WONDERLAND OF CULINARY DELIGHTS
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ou owe it to yourself to take advantage of Mexico’s culinary delights and diverse traditions.
Enjoy a private guided walk on the cobblestone streets of Puerto Vallarta and discover an authentic gastronomy sampling where the locals really eat. Visit a “tortilleria” where fresh tortillas are made, and attend your very own tequila tasting. From Riviera Nayarit, travel to nearby El Salto for a Mexican-style lunch that features salsa and chips, plus a succulent platter which includes hot peppers stuffed with cheese, cactus, chicken in chocolate sauce (mole), and hand-made tortillas. From Cancun, take a side trip to Merida, where Hacienda Teya serves the best typical specialties of the Yucatan in a four-course à la carte lunch.
Mexico introduced chocolate, corn, and chilies to the world
Make sure to try some of the following when in Mexico: Chilaquiles A popular traditional breakfast dish with fried corn tortillas cut into quarters, topped with green or red salsa. They are usually topped with eggs, cheese, cream and pulled chicken. Pozole A chicken, pork or vegetarian dish, made from hominy corn with plenty of herbs and spices. Served with lettuce, radish, onion, lime and chilli sprinkled on top. Tacos al pastor Made with thin strips of pork, sliced off a spit, placed on a corn tortilla and served with onions, coriander leaves and pineapple.
GOGO Guacamole Recipe •• 2 avocados •• 1 tsp salt •• handful of chopped cilantro •• 1 lime juiced •• 1 clove garlic In a medium mixing bowl add avocados and mash with forks untill smooth but still a little chunky, add cilantro, lime, salt, garlic and serve with tortilla chips.
Tostadas A delicious dish involving corn tortillas fried until crunchy and golden. Served alone or piled high with any number of garnishes, such as refried beans, cheese, cooked meat, seafood and ceviche. Elote (Corn on the cob) The corn is boiled and served either on a stick or in cups, the kernels having been cut off the cob. Salt, chilli powder, lime, butter, cheese mayonnaise and sour cream are then added.
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PARTY THE NIGHT AWAY MEXICO, WHERE THE CLUBS ARE HOT AND YOU DANCE UNTIL YOU DROP
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exico may be known for it’s white sand beaches, aqua blue seas, cuisine and all-inclusive resorts, but it is also boasts an amazing and outrageous nightlife! Cancun Mexico after dark is at its best in Cancun, famous the world over for its dance clubs, bars, discos, parties, festivals, shows, restaurants, and live music. The Hotel Zone is the place to be, it is in the heart of the nightlife scene. A spot you must check out is Coco Bongo, be mesmerized as talented acrobats perform to today’s hottest tunes as you dance the night away. Mexico City Enjoy some late-night dining and dancing in the city, but be sure to be well-rested, as a typical night begins at around 10pm. There is something for everyone in Mexico City - ranging from Irish style pubs to rock nightclubs. Mama Rumba, is well known for its hot salsa music.
Playa del Carmen In Playa del Carmen you’ll find superstar international DJs, cabarets, and other electrifying entertainment at locations such as Brahma Club. Coco Maya Beach & Night Club has a dance floor that sits on the beach, dance the night away to hip-hop and latin music. Los Cabos Microbreweries, sports bars, tequila lounges, live music venues, and dance clubs have earned Los Cabos a deserved rep for late-night fun. Rockstone Tavern & Eatery is a sport bar, restaurant and live music venue - which serves delicious food and has live music nearly every night.
Drink Tequila like a local... In Mexico, most folks drink their tequila neat, straight from the freezer. And they don’t gulp it, they sip at it as if it were a good whiskey. The trend for lime and salt comes from outside the country, probably as a way of masking the harsh taste of the varieties. The good stuff will burn in your belly not your throat, so you won’t need to drink anything but the tequila. Check out the Tequila Tour in Guadalajara for a historical insight into the popular Mexican tipple, and enjoy tasting a few shots on the way!
Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta is one of the best places to spend a night on the town, entertainment ranges from sophisticated lounges to hip techno music, mostly centred on the famed Malecón. Check out Collage Club on Tuesdays for a foam party.
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FAMILY FUN IN THE SUN MEXICO HAS SOMETHING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
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ou’ll find a welcome opportunity to bond with the entire family during the trip of a lifetime, all while discovering jaw-dropping beaches, top-notch entertainment, awe-inspiring archeological wonders, and all-inclusive accommodations offering unlimited diversions, culinary abundance, entertainment galore, connecting rooms to accommodate the whole gang, kids-stay-and-eat-free promotions, and much more! All-inclusive hotels and resorts in Mexico really go the full mile to make your stay absolutely unforgettable. Get active with a wide array of land and water sports, and indulge in gourmet
à la carte dining, open kitchens, buffets with cooking stations, mid-day barbecues on the beach, special kids menus, and 24-hour room service. And of course, you’ll love the dedicated kids clubs, supervised recreational programs, game rooms, and educational and ecological activities for kids of all ages, from infants and toddlers all the way up to teens. Your children will be happy, safe, and occupied – while you soak in your private plunge pool overlooking immaculate Caribbean or Pacific waters, rejuvenate your soul with a detoxifying spa ritual, and tee off at the golf course!
If you’re a family looking to spend quality time together...an all-inclusive getaway is all of the fun, with none of the hassle. All you really need to sweat about is… which of the many awesome destinations in mexico are right for you?
Things to do and see •• Scuba dive among coral reefs, underwater canyons, shoals, and sunken ships off Cozumel. •• Grab your sunscreen and take advantage of Cabo’s soft sands and endless sunshine. •• Take a walking tour of historic Old Mazatlán and its colourful Central Market. •• Take a day trip from Puerto Vallarta to Tequila, where you can see how the famous drink is made. •• Explore (and shop!) Riviera Maya’s charmingly European-influenced village of Playa del Carmen. •• Charter a boat to catch sailfish in the waters off Ixtapa. •• Tour the stunning Mayan ruins of UNESCO World Heritage site Chichén Itzá - one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
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DESTINATION WEDDINGS A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN A STUNNING LOCATION
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magine celebrating your special day on palm-lined shores, to the beat of a mariachi band, or amid fragrant blossoms on a colourful island paradise. Indelibly glamorous, surprisingly affordable, and more effortless from start to finish than many couples can even dream, destination weddings combine all the romance and exhilaration of a regular wedding with the excitement of a memorable trip overseas. Don’t sweat the details Destination weddings can help take the stress out of planning, with customizable packages ranging from classically simple to gloriously lavish. Special touches like tropical flower-draped wooden arches, delicate floating candle centrepieces, fluttering white tablecloths, and even the releasing of butterflies set the stage for your special day, while photographers, musicians, and hair stylists are often available at your request. Many resorts employ professional wedding planners who will deal with all the small details – arranging transportation, acting as a liaison between vendors. All you have to do is show up, say your vows, and have a wonderful time. Your own kind of special day Wed in blissful solitude with just you, your fiancé, and the rippling of the ocean, or invite all your friends and family to kick up their heels for a week in paradise! From an intimate ceremony followed by a candlelit dinner-fortwo, to a blowout celebration with seating for 40, you can make your special day as inclusive – or as exclusive – as you like. And the party doesn’t have to start at the altar! With many resorts offering group discounts, you can invite your loved ones to spend time at the resort before the ceremony. Make everyone a part of the fun – hit the golf course with dad, enjoy a pampering day at the spa with mom, introduce extended families over a heartfelt welcome dinner, and hit the clubs with your friends to party after dark!
The celebration never ends What’s more, destination weddings make it easy to combine your special day and your honeymoon into one gloriously long celebration. Destinations across Mexico make it easy to say “I do” in tropical settings – directly on the beach, at an on-site chapel, or even in an intimate ceremony performed right inside your suite – and settle in for a week of exquisite pampering at the all-inclusive resort of your dreams. Whatever your style, wherever your location, a destination wedding is sure to create memories that will last long after the last “thank you” note has been mailed.
On your own time Beyond special honeymoon and wedding packages and amenities, there’s the attractive organic appeal of a wedding or honeymoon in Mexico:
Endless experiences Free-dive in an underground river in the Riviera Maya. Stake your sunbathing claim on the golden sands of Los Cabos and Ixtapa on the Pacific Coast, or in Cancun and Cozumel in the Caribbean.
Away from the coasts, there is bungeejumping, birding, off-roading, hiking, horseback riding, caving, rappelling, zip-lining, and, of course, golfing. Bring your clubs and tee off on more than 150 courses across the country, designed by top architects.
Immerse yourself in ancient Mayan history at fascinating archaeological sites and breathtaking architectural ruins. Wander historic city streets lined with Spanish Colonial and Mexican Baroque gems. And all of your days will be bathed in sunshine by day and starlight by night. Is there anything more romantic?
Shopping Cancun is a duty-free zone; here you pay the lowest prices in Mexico on items such as perfume, spirits, and jewelry. Puerto Vallarta’s fine art galleries set it apart from most Mexican beach resort cities; look for silver jewelry, blown glass objects, local pottery, sarapes, clothing, masks, and other artisan products.
Include us in! All-inclusive resorts in Mexico are heavy on top-tier extras like gourmet dining, 24/7 room service, full-service spas, golf and tennis, water sports, nightlife and casinos, and, of course, more-than-plush rooms (often with private plunge pools or Jacuzzis). For those tying the knot, many resorts offer the services of certified wedding planners, beautiful indoor and outdoor venues (including on-site Catholic chapels or seaside garden gazebos), elegant banquet salons, and much more.
Sports Water sports enthusiasts get their kicks on hundreds of beaches bordering the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Pacific Ocean, and Sea of Cortez. Dive into a wide range of activities, from windsurfing, boating, and sport fishing, to jet-skiing, water-skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving, and swimming with dolphins and sting rays.
The cosmopolitan character of Playa del Carmen is reflected in the eclectic stores along Fifth Avenue, which offer genuine Mexican silver jewelry, carved wood decorations, batik beach wraps with Mayan designs, and cigars (which are rolled right in front of you). Food Prepared lovingly and presented simply, Mexican cuisine as a whole is natural, flavourful, colourful, based on seasonal produce, and fresh. Pull up a chair for traditional and regional dishes like ceviche, Chiles Rellenos, Huachinango, and Pollo Pibil.
World-class resorts. Legendary beaches. Acclaimed cuisines. A staggering array of natural wonders. Electrifying big-city culture. Awesome sights and landscapes. And a bevy of destinations that were made for romance. The options in Mexico for your destination wedding or honeymoon are almost endless, and offer some of the best values anywhere. 21
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Hard Rock Hotel Riveria Maya
4
AI
687
6
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Hard Rock Hotel Riveria Maya - Heaven
4
AI
577
5
Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort
4
AI
500
5
Grand Riviera Princess All Suites
IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Paraíso, The Grand Collection IBEROSTAR Paraíso Maya, Premium Gold IBEROSTAR Tucán & IBEROSTAR Quetzal, Premium
4.5
18
AI
310
4
AI
434
5
•
3.5
AI
350
7
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24
1
17
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Mi Amor
3.5
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La Zebra
18
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Now Jade Riviera Cancun
4
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550
9
•
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•
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Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun
4
AI
496
8
•
•
•
•
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4
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778
11
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30
3
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510
14
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394
14
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472
6
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201
3
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Occidental Grand Xcaret Omni Puerto Aventuras Hotel Beach Resort
3.5
Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Esmeralda
4.5
Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla
4.5
18
Platinum Yucatan Princess
4
18
Playacar Palace
4
•
•
•
•
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
4.5
18
AI
434
8
•
•
•
Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun
4.5
18
AI
291
7
•
•
•
5
18
AI
412
9
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•
•
Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun
Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun
4.5
18
AI
441
8
•
•
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THE Royal Playa del Carmen
4.5
18
AI
513
10
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4
18
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540
8
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4.5
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90
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COZUMEL Cozumel Palace
•
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23
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Spa
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Family of 5
# restaurants
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Kids stay free
# rooms
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HOTEL AMENITIES QUICK LOOK
COZUMEL Explorean Cozumel Fiesta Americana Cozumel All-Inclusive
4 4
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102
7
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IBEROSTAR Cozumel, Premium
3.5
AI
294
3
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•
•
$
Meliá Vacation Club Cozumel
3
AI
143
3
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•
•
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Occidental Grand Cozumel
4
AI
243
6
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Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
4
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220
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Secrets Aura Cozumel
AI
266
6
3.5
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218
4
Capella Ixtapa Resort & Spa
5
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59
3
Holiday Inn Ixtapa
3
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153
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Krystal Ixtapa
3
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255
3
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Sunscape Sabor Cozumel
4
18
IXTAPA/ZIHUATANEJO
Las Brisas Ixtapa Sunscape Dorado Pacifico Ixtapa Viceroy Zihuatanejo
4
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416
6
4.5
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285
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169
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LOS CABOS Breathless Cabo San Lucas Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos All-Inclusive Golf & Spa Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort
4.5
18
4
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4
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213
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526
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Holiday Inn Resort Los Cabos
3.5
375
4
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392
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Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos
4.5
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619
7
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La Ventas Al Paraiso
5
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71
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Marquis Los Cabos
4.5
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235
8
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One&Only Palmilla
5
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173
4
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Royal Solaris Los Cabo
3
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390
6
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Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort
AI
500
8
Sheraton Hacienda del Mar Golf & Spa Resort Los Cabos
4
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270
7
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Villa del Arco Beach Resort & Spa
4
Opt
217
4
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•
•
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Villa del Palmar Cabo San Lucas Beach Resort & Spa
3
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460
3
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60
2
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El Cid Castilla Beach Hotel
3
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500
13
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•
•
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El Cid Marina Beach Hotel
3
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200
3
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•
•
•
$
Barceló Puerto Vallarta
3.5
AI
316
4
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$
$
Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Spa Puerto Vallarta
3.5
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Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Los Cabos
4.5
18
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PUERTO VALLARTA
24
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Crown Paradise Golden Puerto Vallarta
3
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214
4
Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive & Spa
4
AI
291
10
Casa Velas
4
CasaMagna Marriott Crown Paradise Club Puerto Vallarta
18
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PUERTO VALLARTA Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
4.5
Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta
4.5 5
Hotel Mousai Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta
4.5
AI
335
4
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Meliá Vacation Club Puerto Vallarta
3.5
AI
318
4
•
4
AI
327
7
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Now Amber Puerto Vallarta Secrets Vallarta Bay Puerto Vallarta
4.5
The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta
4
Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta
3
Villa Premiere Hotel & Spa
4
18
18
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271
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280
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395
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83
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RIVIERA NAYARIT Dreams Villlamagna Nuevo Vallarta
4
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229
6
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Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
5
AI
267
5
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Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta
4
AI
348
6
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Occidental Grand Nuevo Vallarta
4
AI
274
4
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St. Regis Resort Punta Mita
5
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120
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275
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Villa del Palmar Flamingos Beach Resort & Spa Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera
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GUADALAJARA Fiesta Americana Grand Guadalajara
3
391
1
Fiesta Inn Guadalajara Hotel
2
158
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Presidente InterContinental Guadalajara
4
423
1
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MÉRIDA Fiesta Americana Mérida
3.5
Hyatt Regency Mérida
3
La Hacienda Xcanatun
4
Presidente InterContinental Mérida
3
350
2
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289
1
18
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127
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456
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203
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661
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189
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MEXICO CITY Fiesta Americana Grand Chapultepec Park
4.5
Hilton Mexico City
3.5
Presidente InterContinental
3.5
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5
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CANCÚN With world-class resorts, recreation, shopping, and nightlife, it’s no surprise Cancún thrives as one of the hottest leisure destinations anywhere!
Night moves Don your disco duds for Cancún’s after-dark dance clubs, bars, parties, festivals, shows, restaurants, live bands, and more!
Seas that sparkle in every shade of emerald and turquoise draw visitors from all over the world to Cancún, the most visited vacation destination in Mexico. Gleaming white-sand beaches, spectacular sunsets, and fantastically preserved archaeological treasures set the scene for a truly electric escape.
Cancún experiences •• Plunge into the extraordinary Cancún Underwater Museum and marvel at the unique sculptural installations.
If you prefer a more remote setting, tiny Isla Mujeres (Island of Women) is only a short boat ride away, its balmy and laid-back setting perfect for water sports or just stretching out on its soft white sands. Get moving Dive into endless action like golf, horseback riding, ATV jungle tours, scuba diving, snorkelling, jet-skiing, kayaking, sport fishing, and sailing! Living history Travel through time at any of the 1,200 archaeological sites that are scattered along the Yucatán, including major sites at Tulum, Coba, and Chichén Itzá.
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•• Swim with dolphins in the gigantic natural aquarium at Xel-Ha eco-park. •• For an afternoon of sheer exhilaration, rent a jet-ski from one of the marinas along beautiful Nichupté Lagoon. •• Challenge yourself to a round of golf at one of Cancún’s scenic courses. •• Pilot an ATV along well-maintained trails through grassland, jungle, and mangrove to an idyllic Caribbean beach. •• Revel in authentic Mexican food, music, and culture at Xoximilco’s one-of-a-kind traditional Mexican Fiesta. •• Book a sports fishing excursion and cast for blue marlin, sailfish, tuna, mahi-mahi, barracuda, snapper, and mackerel.
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CANCÚN INSIDER EXPERIENCES
ATV Tour
Chichén Itzá with Lunch
Coco Bongo Ticket
Horseback Riding
Isla Mujeres with Snorkelling
Jungle Tour
Lobster Lover’s Dinner Cruise
Scuba Diving: 1 Tank & 2 Tanks
Sky Rider
Half-Day Feel the warm breeze as you drive an ATV through the jungle paths of the Mayan Caribbean until you arrive at a beautiful secluded scenic beach. Stop at the beach and cool off with a refreshing swim, or simply work on your tan. Also available from Riviera Maya.
Half-Day Take an exciting journey on horseback along jungle paths into amazing scenery at the threshold of the Mayan Riviera. Ride down a secluded beach, and enjoy the unique opportunity of riding your horse in the water. There are three different skills levels, with guidance by real Mexican cowboys to assist along the way. Once at the beach, experienced riders are able to go for a gallop with a separate group. Also available from Riviera Maya.
3 Hours Travel back in time to the age of the pirates on board an old Spanish galleon. Indulge in a delicious lobster, steak, or surf & turf dinner while sailing under the stars through Cozumel’s turquoise waters, and enjoy a three-hour trip of fun, entertainment, dancing, and relaxation.
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12 Hrs Enjoy a fascinating journey to Chichén Itzá, the most important civic and religious centre of the Mayans and capital of the Mayan empire. Chichén Itzá was also the destination of pilgrims from all regions of Mesoamerica, and the object of numerous studies of solar and astronomical symbolism. The majestic temples of Chichén Itzá still guard the mystery of this great civilization. Also available from Riviera Maya.
6 Hours Cruise across the turquoise Caribbean to one of Isla Mujeres’ most beautiful beaches. Once on the island, snorkel, ride a bike, visit a turtle farm, or simply lay back and work on your tan. There is also time to wander downtown and shop for souvenirs before boarding the boat back to Cancun. Trips via catamaran are also available.
2-3 Hours Dive Cancun and the Mayan Riviera, wellknown for having the world’s second largest coral reef. Choose from a wide range of options and different certification levels, including one- and two-tank dives to nearby wrecks and caverns. Ask your travel agent about additional dive tours, including four-day PADI Open Water Diver certification courses. Also available from Riviera Maya.
1 Night Get ready for a one-of-a-kind nightclub experience with nonstop performances. Expect to witness jaw-dropping acrobatics, some of the most extraordinary imitators bringing you the best of Lady Gaga, Rhianna, the Beatles, as well as Moulin Rouge, King of Pop and many more! This exclusive ticket includes express pass, cover charge, domestic open bar, and a bilingual tour guide.
2.5 Hours Hop on a speedboat and glide across the expanse of the Nichupté Lagoon, through the dense mangroves, to the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. There, your tour will stop to snorkel among the colourful fish, coral, and sea plants in one of the largest reefs in the Western Hemisphere.
1 Hour This exciting tour will take you to new heights aboard a two-seater chair, where you will soar 350 feet in the air and enjoy a spectacular view of the Cancun Hotel Zone, mangroves, and the amazing Caribbean Sea.
Snorkel/Underwater Museum
Subsea Explorer
Xcaret with Lunch
Xplor Beyond the Surface Tour
2 Hours Dip into the beautiful, clear Caribbean waters off Cancun – home to one of the largest underwater museums on the planet. Discover an unusual series of over 400 sculptures titled “The Silent Evolution,” by British artist Jason de Caires Taylor, in depths ranging from 9 to 20 feet within the protected National Marine Park of the Yucatan.
Full-Day Xcaret offers an inlet for snorkelling, a private beach cove with beachside waiter service, and three rivers, including an underground river to float in. Enjoy the beauty and nature of the botanical gardens and butterfly pavilion, and admire the labyrinthine layout amid lush tropical flora and fauna. At night, enjoy a spectacular Mexico and Maya folklore show represented through music, dance, and colour. Also available from Riviera Maya.
2.5 Hours Get an up-close view of Cancun’s stunning underwater world, including corals, angel fish, sea rays, turtles, and dolphins. The SubSea Explorer is equipped with air-conditioning, panoramic windows, comfortable seats, and experienced guides. A light lunch is included.
Tulum & Xel-Ha All-Inclusive
12 Hours Visit Tulum, the spectacular clifftop Mayan city, and Xel-Ha, the world’s largest natural aquarium. Tube down a lazy river, jump into natural wells fed by subterranean rivers, swim in lagoons, snorkel in springs, dive in an underwater paradise, or simply relax on a floating bridge, Mayan cave, or shady hammock. Also available from Riviera Maya.
Full-Day Step into a unique underground world and discover a hidden universe below the Earth’s surface. Swim through the mysterious routes, surrounded by amazing stalactites and stalagmites; cross the jungle, water, rocks, and grottos on a two-seated amphibious vehicle; paddle an underground raft over crystal–clear waters, and fly over two miles of airborne adventure on a zip-line. Buffet lunch is included. Also available from Riviera Maya. 31
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El Rey
3 13
Río Inglés Lagoon
31 36 25
Cancun Int’l Airport 24
32
Ruins
Golf
Nizuc Point
CANCÚN 1. Beach Palace 2. CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort 3. Crown Paradise Club Cancun 4. Dreams Sands Cancun Resort & Spa 5. Excellence Playa Mujeres 6. Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun All-Inclusive Hotel 7. Finest Playa Mujeres by Excellence Group 8. Golden Parnassus Resort & Spa 9. Gran Caribe Real Cancun 10. Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Resort & Spa 11. Grand Oasis Cancun 12. Grand Oasis Palm 13. Grand Oasis Sens 14. Great Parnassus Resort & Spa 15. Hard Rock Hotel Cancun 16. Hyatt Zilara Cancun 17. Hyatt Ziva Cancun 18. IBEROSTAR Cancún, Premium Gold 19. JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa 20. Krystal Cancun 21. Le Blanc Spa Resort 22. Live Aqua Cancun 23. ME Cancun 24. Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort 25. NIZUC Resort & Spa 26. Oasis Palm 27. Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas 28. Paradisus Cancun 29. Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort 30. Secrets The Vine Cancun 31. Sun Palace 32. Temptation Resort & Spa Cancun 33. The Beloved Hotel Playa Mujeres 34. The Pyramid, Luxury at Grand Oasis 35. The Ritz-Carlton 36. The Westin Resort & Spa Cancun 37. Villa del Palmar Cancun Beach Resort & Spa ISLA MUJERES 38. Isla Mujeres Palace 39. Zoëtry Villa Rolandi Isla Mujeres Cancun
CANCÚN HOTELS
Excellence Playa Mujeres 22221/2
Cancun
5
My Time EXCLUSIVE
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / Adults Only •• Luxurious all-suite resort on white-sand beach •• Condé Nast Traveller “#1 Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resort, Mexico & Caribbean 2014” •• 450 AC suites with jetted tubs & private terraces •• 9 restaurants, 11 bars, poolside & swim-up bars
•• In-suite premium liquor & wine bottle selection •• 7 outdoor pools •• Miilé Spa, beauty salon, fitness centre, yoga, pilates •• Water sports, intro scuba lessons
•• Up to $50 spa credit •• 40% discount on tastings (cigar, wine & tequila tasting event) or romantic dinner on the beach •• Welcome gift & more •• Greg Norman golf course at Playa Mujeres Golf Club •• Complimentary wedding/honeymoon & anniversary packages
Finest Playa Mujeres by Excellence Group 22221/2
Cancun
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My Time EXCLUSIVE •• 40% discount on romantic dinner on the beach or tastings (cigar/wine/ tequila tasting events) •• Porterage on departure from the resort •• Late check-out of 2pm (subject to availability on the day of departure)
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• All-inclusive luxury resort, for all ages, on Playa Mujeres •• 11 restaurants (8 à la carte & 1 buffet), 17 bars with premium brands •• 10 outdoor pools, 2 kids pools
•• 450 AC jr. suites with Jacuzzis & private balconies, some rooms with private gardens, pools & direct access to main pools & 2-story rooftops with plunge pools •• ONE Spa, state- of-the-art fitness centre
•• •• •• ••
Daily & nightly entertainment Non-motorized water sports 27,000sf area for babies, kids & teens clubs Free wedding, honeymoon & anniversary packages
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CANCÚN HOTELS
Hyatt Zilara Cancun 22221/2
Cancun
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My Time EXCLUSIVE
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / Adults Only •• A A A Four Diamond luxury gourmet flagship resort in heart of Cancun’s Hotel Zone •• 307 AC junior swim-up & presidential suites with double Jacuzzis & private terraces •• 24hr VIP lounge
•• •• •• ••
Royal Service, beach & pool concierge 7 restaurants, 4 bars, swim-up bar 24hr room service 4 outdoor pools, 2 Jacuzzis, canopied shade beds
•• Up to $150 couples resort credit •• $100 romance credit (book through romance concierge) •• 15% spa discount •• Relax body sugar & salt exfoliation massage upgrade •• Welcome gift & more •• SPAzul, salon, fitness centre, pilates •• Lighted rooftop tennis court, water sports •• Nightly live entertainment
Hyatt Ziva Cancun 22221/2
Cancun
My Time EXCLUSIVE •• My Time check-in & check-out •• Early check-in & late check-out (subject to availability on the day of departure) •• 50% of Bali bed 1-day rental •• Room upgrade (subject to availabilty) •• 10% discount of spa treatment •• Buy 1 get 1 50% off Romantic Dinner
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Best location in Cancun, surrounded on three sides by the Caribbean sea •• All accommodations feature private balconies •• Microbrewery with home-made artisan beer and on-site brew master
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•• Floating, spacious swim-up suites •• Dine with your toes in the sand at Habaneros, a ceviche lovers paradise •• Three infinity pools, including a rooftop adult-only pool
•• Unlimited dining options with a la carte restaurants, gourmet buffet, coffee shops, lounges and 24 hour in room dining
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CANCÚN HOTELS Paradisus Cancun 22221/2
Cancun
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / Adults Only Option •• AAA Four Diamond resort on white-sand Caribbean beach •• 663 AC rooms & suites with balconies & ocean or lagoon views (Family Concierge Jr. Suites/Royal Service Suites & Royal Service Presidential Suite available)
•• Timeless luxury with avant-garde flair •• 9 restaurants, 7 bars, poolside bars •• Adults-only Royal Service option, Family Concierge •• 4 lagoon-inspired outdoor pools, kids pool
•• YHI Spa, YHI Spa for kids, fitness centre, sauna & steam bath, Tai Chi, tennis, 9-hole golf course •• Cooking workshops, wine & tequila tastings •• Baby Club (1 - 4 yrs), Kids Zone
Gran Caribe Real Cancun 2222
Cancun
9
My Time EXCLUSIVE •• •• •• ••
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / •• Energetic, Mediterranean-style tropical resort in Cancun’s Hotel Zone •• 407 AC suites with private balconies or terraces, including family suites with bunk beds & Gran Club Floor
•• •• •• ••
24hr VIP lounge 8 restaurants & dining outlets, 8 bars SPAreal, Life® Fitness Centre, pilates & spinning Paddle tennis & squash court, non-motorized water sports
$100 couples resort credit 2 spa sampler sessions 15% spa discount Welcome gift & more
•• 2 outdoor pools, kids pool, Jacuzzi •• Oki Fun World, Oki splash water park, teens T-Zone •• Mini-golf, golf package, oceanfront Catholic chapel
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CANCÚN HOTELS ME Cancun 2222
Cancun
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Ultra-hip adult-oriented luxury resort on white-sand Cancun beach •• 434 AC rooms & suites •• 5 restaurants, 7 bars, pool bar, 24hr in-room dining
•• ME+ section adults-only •• 3 outdoor pools (2 adults-only, 1 kids pool), sundeck •• YHI Spa with hydrotherapy area, salon, 24hr fitness centre
•• •• •• •• ••
Pilates, spinning, yoga classes, sauna, Turkish bath Internet café, game room, shops The Beach Club with special guest DJs Rose bar, nightclub with special guest DJs Wedding services, complimentary Wi-Fi
Grand Oasis Palm 2221/2
Cancun
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / •• •• •• •• ••
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Contemporary, kid-friendly beach 345 AC rooms 10 restaurants, 10 bars 2 outdoor pools Kin Ha Spa ($), fitness centre
•• Multi-sport court, marina •• Water sports, personal motorized watercraft on site •• Live entertainment & dancing
•• Fully supervised kids club with pool, water slide & daily activities
CANCÚN HOTELS
Grand Oasis Cancun 2221/2
Cancun
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My Time EXCLUSIVE •• •• •• ••
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Hip, energetic Mayan-inspired resort on largest beachfront in Cancun’s Hotel Zone •• 613 AC rooms with private balconies overlooking the ocean, garden or lagoon •• 21 restaurants (Italian, Asian, Mexican, Rodizio,
•• M editerranean & Japanese), 21 indoor & outdoor bars •• Outdoor free-form pool, beach club •• Kin Ha Spa, fitness centre •• Water sports, tennis
25 spa credit $ Pre-reserved Balinese Bed Priority restaurant reservations Welcome gift & more
•• 9-hole executive golf course •• Nightclub, live entertainment, festivals & shows, themed parties
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My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / Adults Only •• Über-seductive property in Cancun’s Hotel Zone, flanked by gorgeous Caribbean beach & Nichupte Lagoon •• 368 AC rooms with stunning ocean, garden or pool views
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CANCÚN HOTELS Hard Rock Hotel Cancun 2222
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• 601 guestrooms •• 24 hour room service •• 6 restaurants, snack bars, 5 bars
Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun
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Preferred Partner All-inclusive Adults only AAA Five Diamond luxurious resort on talcum-soft Caribbean beach Condé Nast Travellers “Gold List 2014” 260 AC rooms & suites with double Jacuzzis 24hr room service 5 restaurants, 5 bars, swim-up bars 3 outdoor pools Blanc Spa, fitness centre, sauna Yoga, pilates, golf nearby
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Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Resort & Spa Cancun 22221/2
•• Preferred Partner •• My Time inclusions •• Exquisitely appointed all-suite resort on northern tip of Cancun •• 602 AC suites with sunken living rooms & ocean-facing balconies •• 5 restaurants, 5 bars including swim-up bar & poolside bar •• 3 outdoor pools, kids pool •• Gem Spa, fitness centre •• New 40,000 Sq. Ft. Coral Kids Club •• Wedding facilities
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CANCÚN HOTELS Live Aqua Cancun Cancun
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Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort Cancun
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Preferred Partner Unlimited-Luxury® Adults only Brand-new, all-suite posh resort tucked within a gated community in beautiful Playa Mujeres 424 AC rooms & suites 9 restaurants, 7 bars 2 outdoor pools Secrets Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre Yoga, water sports, nightly entertainment 18-hole golf course next door
Secrets The Vine Cancun Cancun
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Preferred Partner Unlimited-Luxury® Adults only Ultra-modern, AAA Four Diamond haven on immaculate beach 497 AC rooms & suites 7 restaurants, grill, 6 bars 3 expansive infinity pools, Jacuzzi Secrets Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre Wedding gazebo, golf nearby Sip, Savor & See Dining Experience Free WiFi with Unlimited Connectivity
Beach Palace Cancun
•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Contemporary beachfront resort in Hotel Zone •• 285 AC rooms & suites •• 4 restaurants, 4 bars •• 4 outdoor pools including kids pool, •• 3 outdoor hot tubs •• Awe Spa, fitness centre •• Ping-pong, billiards, nightly shows •• The Playroom Kids Club •• Exchange privileges at select Palace Resorts
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CANCÚN HOTELS Dreams Sands Cancun Resort & Spa Cancun 2222
Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort Cancun
•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Luxury® •• Breathtaking retreat with activities for all, nestled along powdery sands •• 443 AC rooms & suites •• 9 restaurants, 5 bars including pool bar •• 2 outdoor pools, 3 Jacuzzis •• Dreams Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre •• Activities, non-motorized water sports •• Explorers club for kds, Core Zone Teens Club •• Daily and nightly entertainment
•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Expansive beachfront resort on Cancun’s tranquil south shore •• 2,400 AC rooms & suites with double Jacuzzis •• 16 restaurants, 16 bars •• 9 outdoor pools, 2 kids pools •• Awe Spa with 39 treatment rooms, fitness centre •• NOIR night club •• The Playroom Kids Club •• Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course
Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun All-Inclusive Hotel Cancun
Villa del Palmar Cancun Beach Resort & Spa Cancun
•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Elegant, AAA Four Diamond Mexican-style beachfront resort boasts contemporary décor •• 502 AC rooms & suites •• 6 restaurants, 3 bars, swim-up bar •• 2 outdoor cascading pools, kids pool, Jacuzzi •• Miiluma Spa, fitness centre, yoga classes •• Fiesta Kids & Fiesta Teens clubs •• Recreational activities & nightly shows
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•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Stylish resort in beautiful Playa Mujeres area •• 415 AC rooms, suites & penthouses •• 24hr room service •• 4 restaurants, 5 bars including beach bar & coffee shop •• 4 outdoor pools, 4 Jacuzzis •• Hamara Spa, fitness centre •• Kids club, theme nights •• Water sports •• Complimentary shuttle to malls
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Preferred Partner All-inclusive Adults only Romantic couples-only resort on talcum-soft, white-sand beach in Cancun’s Hotel Zone 252 AC rooms & suites with private balconies, Jacuzzis & ocean views 4 restaurants, 3 bars 3 outdoor infinity pools, indoor pool Awe Spa, fitness centre Jack Nicklaus golf course nearby
Oasis Palm Cancun
The Pyramid, Luxury at Grand Oasis Cancun 2221/2
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•• Preferred Partner •• My Time inclusions •• All-inclusive, deluxe modern beachfront resort •• 510 rooms feature a balcony and upgraded amenities •• Longest pool in Cancun with fun activities and multiple swim-up bars •• 29 international restaurants •• Non-stop entertainment including Vegas-style dinner & show combo •• 23 bars, nightclub, beach club with DJ •• Spa, gym, water sports, multi-use court •• 9-hole golf course
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The Ritz-Carlton Cancun
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•• Lavishly appointed luxury hotel in Cancun’s Hotel Zone •• 363 AC rooms & suites with private verandahs featuring breathtaking ocean views •• 24hr room service •• 9 dining experiences including 2 AAA Five Diamond restaurants •• 2 heated outdoor pools, whirlpool •• Kayantá Spa, fitness centre •• Ritz Kids
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Preferred Partner All-inclusive Family-focused beachfront resort 270 rooms; suites with themed kids rooms available Mexican heritage, culture and cuisine Outdoor pool including swim-up bar Kids Club featuring kiddie pool and fully-supervised activities 6 restaurants with kid-friendly options 8 bars, entertainment, nightclub Spa, gym, multi-use court
JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa Cancun 22221/2
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•• Stunning upscale beachfront resort in Hotel Zone •• 450 AC rooms & suites •• 9 restaurants, 2 bars, gourmet deli •• 2 outdoor free-form pools, dive pool, kids pool & indoor lap pool •• Spa, fitness centre, personal trainers •• Sailing, scuba diving, snorkelling, water sports •• Kids club, gift shop •• Wedding chapels, events & meetings space
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CANCÚN HOTELS The Beloved Hotel Playa Mujeres Cancun 22221/2
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•• All-inclusive •• Exquisite, boutique-style AAA Four Diamond hotel for ultimate relaxation •• Condé Nast Travellers “Hot List” •• 109 AC suites with Jacuzzis & balconies •• 4 restaurants, 4 bars, 3 pools •• Outdoor lounge overlooking the marina •• 35,000sf wellness centre with spa, hydrotherapy, fitness centre •• Greg Norman golf course, water sports •• Weddings, honeymoon & anniversary packages
CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort Cancun 2222
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•• AAA Four Diamond sophisticated beachfront resort with modern amenities •• Travel+Leisure 2015 “T+L 500” •• 450 AC rooms & suites •• 10 restaurants, 2 bars •• Outdoor heated pool, kids pool, whirlpool •• Spa, fitness centre •• Tennis, kids club, kids activities including cooking classes •• Gift shop, weddings & events space •• Golf & water sports nearby
Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas Cancun
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•• All-inclusive •• Full-service resort in Hotel Zone •• 347 AC rooms, suites & 3-bedroom family villas •• 7 restaurants, taco bar, 7 bars, swim-up bars •• 3 outdoor pools, kids pool •• Omni Spa, Cybex Gym •• Dance lessons, water activities, fishing •• Trivia, bingo, turtle program •• Kids club, tennis, wedding chapels •• Themed nights, shops
Golden Parnassus Resort & Spa Cancun
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•• All-inclusive / Adults only •• Tropical oasis nestled between Caribbean & Nichupte Lagoon •• 214 AC rooms & suites with private balconies •• 7 restaurants, 4 bars •• Outdoor freshwater pool, Jacuzzi •• The Spa, fitness centre, sauna, lighted tennis courts, non-motorized water sports, water polo •• Live entertainment, shopping •• Wedding packages
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NIZUC Resort & Spa Cancun
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•• Top-notch haven for ultimate relaxation on 2 secluded beaches •• 274 AC soundproof suites •• 6 restaurants, 4 bars •• 5 outdoor pools (adults-only & kids) •• NIZUC SPA by ESPA •• Tennis, kayaks, paddle boards •• Wine pairings, sushi & tequila tasting nights •• Kids club & activities including cooking classes, pottery, painting & more
IBEROSTAR Cancún, Premium Gold Cancun
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•• All-inclusive •• AAA Four Diamond beachfront hotel •• 426 AC rooms including 28 villas & 4 master suites, most with ocean views •• 4 specialty restaurants, buffet, snack bar & grill, 7 bars including swim-up bar •• Concierge service, 24hr room service •• 10 pools including infinity pool, kids pool & splash park •• Spa Sensations ($), fitness centre •• Onsite 18-hole golf course ($), convention centre, kids club, complimentary Wi-Fi
The Westin Resort & Spa Cancun Cancun
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•• All-inclusive option •• Deluxe resort between 2 pristine white-sand Cancun beaches •• 379 AC rooms & suites •• 4 restaurants, 2 bars, swim-up bar •• 24hr room service •• 4 outdoor pools including kids pool •• Heavenly Spa, WestinWORKOUT® Gym •• Outdoor lighted tennis courts •• 3 golf courses nearby •• Westin® Kids Club •• Wedding services, pet service
Great Parnassus Resort & Spa Cancun
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•• All-inclusive •• Spectacular action-packed resort for all ages •• 504 AC rooms & suites •• 10 restaurants, 11 bars including swim-up bars •• 24hr room service •• 3 outdoor pools, adults-only pool, 3 outdoor Jacuzzis •• The Spa ($), fitness centre, beauty parlor •• Movie theater, mini golf, water sports •• Baby club, kids club, teen club
Krystal Cancun Cancun
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•• All-inclusive option •• Swanky resort on the immaculate white sands of Punta Cancun •• 458 AC rooms & suites •• 4 restaurants, 4 bars, swim-up bar •• 24hr room service •• Outdoor infinity-style pool, kids pool, Jacuzzi •• Harmony Spa, fitness centre •• Kids club •• 2 golf courses nearby •• Wedding services
Temptation Resort & Spa Cancun Cancun
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All-inclusive Vibrant resort in Cancun’s Hotel Zone 617 AC rooms & suites 7 restaurants, 2 snack bars, 6 bars, Crown Lounge 4 outdoor pools, indoor pool, children’s pool Spa, fitness centre Tennis, multi-purpose courts Mini golf, golf course nearby Water sports, water park Kids club, game room
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•• All-inclusive •• Adults only •• Sultry topless-optional beachfront resort exudes a seductive vibe •• 384 AC rooms & Jacuzzi suites •• 6 restaurants, 6 bars, swim-up bars •• 3 outdoor pools, 7 Jacuzzis •• Spa Sensations, fitness centre •• Water sports, beach volleyball & soccer, water polo •• Interactive activities & entertainment
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ISLA MUJERES HOTELS
Zoëtry Villa Rolandi Isla Mujeres Cancun 22221/2
Isla Mujeres
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My Time / Preferred Partner / Endless Privileges® •• Intimate boutique resort idyllically located in southern zone of enchanting Isla Mujeres •• 35 AC suites with private terraces, Jacuzzis & ocean views •• 2 restaurants, 2 bars
Isla Mujeres Palace Isla Mujeres
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Preferred Partner All-Inclusive Adults only Enchanting couples-only resort on powdery white-sand beach 62 AC rooms with double Jacuzzis Restaurant, 2 bars, swim-up bar Concierge, 24hr room service Outdoor pool, beach volleyball Awe Spa, fitness centre Non-motorized water sports including kayaks Honeymoon/anniversary packages
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•• Complimentary greens fees at Playa Mujeres Golf Club •• Life enrichment activities •• Sightseeing & excursions
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RIVIERA MAYA Embrace a wonderland filled with scenic and natural wonders, sugar-white beaches, and the most fantastic archaeological sites in Mexico. Just a few miles south of Cancún, the unspoiled area known as the Riviera Maya is an ideal base for exploring the authentic Mayan ruins of Mexico, sparkling cenotes, and some of the best beaches on the planet! There are also numerous modern resorts along the coastline, great shopping and nightlife, championship golf, and water sports galore. Take a stroll along lively La Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue), Playa del Carmen’s cobblestoned main drag, dotted with chic galleries, artisan boutiques, bustling cantinas, and eclectic eateries. The old old world Walk in the steps of ancient civilizations at Coba, site of the tallest Mayan pyramids in the Yucatán, and at Tulum, picturesque seaside ruins that make up the only Mayan port ever discovered.
Riviera Maya experiences •• Shop for souvenirs at local handicraft shops in the charming fishing village of Puerto Morelos. •• Go after white and blue marlin, blackfin, skipjack, and other sport fish on a charter out of Puerto Aventuras. •• Drive the fairways on golf courses created by Jack Nicklaus, P.B. Dye, Greg Norman, Nick Price, Robert von Hagge, and Robert Trent Jones II. •• Perfect your tan on Akumal’s sun-kissed silky white sands. •• Take a guided tour of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, a virgin wilderness that covers a stunning one-fifth of the state of Quintana Roo. •• Swim in underground rivers, stroll along jungle trails, explore mysterious caves, and watch vibrant pre-Hispanic dances at Xcaret Park.
To dive is to live Hop on a ferry from Playa del Carmen to the island of Cozumel, where you can snorkel and scuba amid an expansive coral reef with a dizzying array of colourful marine life.
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RIVIERA MAYA INSIDER EXPERIENCES
Coba Mayan Encounter
Deep Sea Fishing
Golf Robert Von Hagge Course
Jungle Maya
Mayan Adventure
Riviera Maya Sailing
Tulum Xtreme Snorkelling & Caves
Underground River Expedition
10 Hrs Experience the richness of the Mayan world. Explore the ruins of Coba and climb Chimuch, the tallest pyramid in the northern part of the Yucatán Peninsula. Visit a Mayan village and participate in the preservation of their cultural and natural heritage. Make a thrilling rappel descent and soar on a zip-line above the jungle. Finish the day off with a short kayak paddle on a lagoon of enormous beauty and a swim in age-old cenotes.
6 Hours Travel deep into the amazing Sac-Actun cenote system, the world’s longest underground river, to snorkel in the Nohoch cavern, ride through the rainforest in an all-terrain Mercedes-Benz, and swim in the Yaxmuul natural pool. Later, visit Kantenah Natural Reserve to rappel into a cenote and fly over the jungle on a zip-line. Then, take a bike journey to discover a mystic cenote and participate in a traditional Maya purification ceremony.
11 Hours Experience the thrill of flying in a zip-line on this high-adrenaline tour! Enjoy the excitement of rappelling into a cave, and snorkel the mystical waters of an underground river. Admire the beauty of the archeological site of Tulum, and tour its ceremonial centre.
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4 / 6 / 8 Hours Enjoy bottom fishing and trolling on boats fully equipped with a professional crew. You can catch and release, take a trophy back home, or even have the crew filet your catch of the day for you. Bait, your fishing license, and beer and soft drinks are included. Also available from Cancun.
8 Hours This tour is the perfect choice for first-time snorkelers, who will have an excellent opportunity to learn the basics, while the adventurous can try cliff jumping or free-diving to the bottom of a well. Snorkel an underground cavern and admire hundreds of ancient rock formations, including stalactites and stalagmites, as well as an entire world that lives and thrives without sunlight.
2.5 Hours Explore one of the most incredible locations in the Riviera Maya, and walk an easy route amidst thousands of stalactites and stalagmites found in this protected natural reserve. Learn and be amazed in this ancient subterranean world, which has remained largely unexplored for millions of years. Also available from Cancun.
4 Hours Experience this amazing 9- and 18-hole golf course, highlighted by the radiant white sand, dark natural stone, and pristine lakes that makes the Mayan jungle such an extraordinary natural landscape. This course is a garden of delights for golf lovers. Also available from Cancun.
4 Hours Sail away on a luxury 65-foot catamaran through crystalline Caribbean waters, and set anchor at the world’s second largest barrier reef, where you explore the underwater world with professional snorkel guides. Spot corals and exotic fish, or stretch out on deck and get a nice suntan. Enjoy a buffet lunch with grilled lobster or steak, plus tropical drinks from a full open bar. There’s also great music and dancing!
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RIVERIA MAYA 1. Allegro Playacar 2. Azul Beach Hotel by Karisma 3. Banyan Tree Mayakoba 4. Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa 5. Desire Resort & Spa Riviera Maya 6. Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa 7. Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa 8. Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa 9. El Dorado Casitas Royale by Karisma 10. El Dorado Maroma by Karisma 11. El Dorado Royale by Karisma 12. Excellence Riviera Cancun 13. Fairmont Mayakoba 14. Generations Riviera Maya by Karisma 15. Gran Porto Real Playa del Carmen 16. Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen 17. Grand Oasis Tulum 18. Grand Riviera Princess All Suites 19. Grand Velas Riviera Maya 20. Hard Rock Hotel Riveria Maya 21. Hard Rock Hotel Riveria Maya - Heaven 22. Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort 23. IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Paraíso, The Grand Collection 24. IBEROSTAR Paraíso Maya, Premium Gold 25. IBEROSTAR Tucán & IBEROSTAR Quetzal, Premium 26. La Zebra 27. Mi Amor 28. Now Jade Riviera Cancun 29. Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun 30. Occidental Grand Xcaret 31. Omni Puerto Aventuras Hotel Beach Resort 32. Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Esmeralda 33. Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla 34. Platinum Yucatan Princess 35. Playacar Palace 36. Secrets Akumal 37. Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun 38. Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun 39. Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun 40. THE Royal Playa del Carmen 41. Valentin Imperial Maya 42. Viceroy Riviera Maya 43. Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya
RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS
Fairmont Mayakoba 22222
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My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive Option •• AAA Five Diamond Award refuge artistically set amid pristine beaches, stunning canals, and lush mangrove forests in private Mayakoba resort community •• Travel+Leisure 2013 “T+L 500” resort
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401 AC rooms & suites 5 restaurants, 3 bars Concierge, 24hr room service 5 outdoor pools including kids pool Willow Stream Spa, fitness centre
•• Room upgrade (conditions apply) •• Complimentary access to spa facilities •• 90 minute Willow Stream massage upgrade with purchase of 60-minute Willow Stream massage •• Welcome gift & more •• Discovery Club for kids •• Greg Norman-Designed El Camaleón Golf Course •• Exchange privileges with other Mayakoba resorts
Grand Velas Riviera Maya 22222
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My Time EXCLUSIVE •• 50% off one 50-min couples massage ($298 value) •• 50% off one private dinner for 2 on terrace (Zen/Ambassador, $200 value) •• One private dinner for 2 on terrace (Grand Class, $200 value) •• Golf VIP treatment & more
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• AAA Five Diamond resort on 1,600 ft. of white-sand beach along Mexican Caribbean •• Member of The Leading Hotels of the World •• 539 AC nature-view, ocean-view & oceanfront suites
•• 8 restaurants, 16 bars, disco •• Butlers, pool & beach concierges, 24hr room service •• Spa Grand Velas Riviera Maya, 2 fitness centres •• Zumba, pilates, Tai Chi, yoga
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RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS
Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya 22222
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My Time / Preferred Partner / Endless Privileges® •• Boutique resort on 14 lush acres along sandy beach amid protected national park •• Private chauffeured airport transfers •• Condé Nast Travellers “Gold List 2013” resort •• 90 AC suites with private terraces
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•• Set on 500 yards of beautiful beach •• Focused on wellness, serenity and social and environmental responsibility •• Complimentary greens fees at golf course nearby •• Sip, Savour & See Dining Experience
Excellence Riviera Cancun 22221/2
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My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / Adults Only •• All-suite top-notch resort on pristine white-sand beach •• Condé Nast Travellers “Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts, Mexico & Caribbean 2014” •• 9 restaurants, 11 bars, poolside & swim-up bars
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•• 440 AC junior suites (some with 2-story rooftop terrace) •• In-room premium liquor & wine bottle selection •• Concierge, 24hr room service •• 6 outdoor pools, 5 Jacuzzis
•• Up to $50 spa credit •• 40% discount on tastings (cigar, wine & tequila tasting event) •• Romantic dinner on the beach or exclusive night at the pier •• Welcome gift & more •• •• •• ••
Miilé Spa, fitness centre, 4 golf courses nearby 2 lighted tennis courts, water sports, scuba diving Nightclub, nightly live entertainment Free wedding, honeymoon & anniversary packages
RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Esmeralda 22221/2
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Luxurious contemporary resort set along white-sand beach on picturesque private bay in Playa del Carmen •• 510 AC suites & Family Concierge Suites with private terraces or balconies
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Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla 22221/2
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / Adults Only •• Über-hip beachfront resort set on stunning private bay in Riviera Maya •• 394 AC suites with private terraces or balconies •• Royal Service, concierge •• 14 restaurants, 9 bars
•• 24hr room service •• YHI Spa, fitness centre, plunge pool, hydro-massage, pilates & spinning •• 3 outdoor pools, sundeck
•• Water sports, scuba diving, lighted tennis courts •• Life enrichment activities, free Wi-Fi •• Activities centre, theater, live music, golf nearby
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RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS
THE Royal Playa del Carmen 22221/2
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My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / Adults Only •• AAA Four Diamond all-suite luxury gourmet resort near 5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen •• 513 AC suites with double Jacuzzis & private terraces •• 24hr VIP Lounge
•• Royal Service, butler service, beach butler, 24hr room service •• 10 restaurants, 8 bars, pool & swim-up bars •• 2 outdoor pools, 2 Jacuzzis •• SPAzul, Life Fitness® Centre, spinning classes
•• Up to $150 couples resort credit •• $100 romance credit (book through romance concierge) •• 15% spa discount •• Relax Body Sugar & Salt Exfoliation massage upgrade •• Welcome gift & more •• Lighted rooftop tennis court •• Non-motorized water sports, nightly entertainment •• Golf nearby
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My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Picturesque hacienda-style resort on protected stretch of beach in heart of Playa del Carmen •• 282 AC rooms & suites with private balconies •• 24hr VIP lounge
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•• 7 restaurants, 7 bars, swim-up bar, room service •• 2 outdoor pools, non-motorized water sports •• Spa Real, Life Fitness® Centre, sauna, steam bath, plunge pool
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RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS Grand Oasis Tulum Tulum
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Exclusive, laid-back off-the-beaten-path resort set amid an atmosphere full of natural beauty •• 90 AC oceanfront or garden-view rooms & 24 Sian Ka’an category with Jacuzzi & ocean view •• 10 restaurants, café, 10 bars
•• 5 outdoor pools including kids pool, beach •• Kin Ha Spa ($), fitness centre, temazcal, yoga classes •• Golf driving range & putting green ($), 2 tennis courts
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Hard Rock Hotel Riveria Maya Heaven Puerto Aventuras
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RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS
Occidental Grand Xcaret 2222
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My Time EXCLUSIVE •• Up to 25% spa discount •• Restaurant pre-booking service on arrival •• Free internet access in business centre for 15-minutes/day •• Mini bar re-stocked daily •• In-room beach towels & more
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Magnificent beachfront resort ideal for eco-enthusiasts on lush grounds next to spectacular eco-archeological •• Xcaret Park in Riviera Maya •• 778 AC rooms & suites with balconies
•• Exclusive Royal Club •• 11 restaurants, 10 bars, swim-up bar •• 5 freshwater free-form pools, kids pool, 10 Jacuzzis •• Spa, fitness centre, sauna, solarium
•• 2 lighted tennis courts, land sports & non-motorized water sports •• Live entertainment, disco, daily activities •• On-site dolphinarium, supervised kids club
Hard Rock Hotel Riveria Maya 2222
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• 687 guestrooms •• 6 restaurants •• 24 hour room service
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•• 3 bars •• 2 pools including a kids pool •• Water sports - snorkelling, kayaking
•• Water slide •• Monkey experience •• Tennis courts
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RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun Puerto Morelos 22222
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Preferred Partner Unlimited-Luxury® Adults only AAA Five Diamond sanctuary on award-winning pristine Maroma Beach Condé Nast Travellers “Gold List 2014” 412 AC suites, swim-out suites 9 restaurants, café, 6 bars, pool bar Outdoor infinity pool, Jacuzzi, water sports Secrets Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre Sip, Savour & See Dining Experience Tennis, complimentary greens fees
Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun Playa del Carmen
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Preferred Partner Unlimited-Luxury® Adults only Breathtaking, AAA Four Diamond oceanfront resort amid inspirational settings 291 AC rooms & suites 6 restaurants, a cafe, 4 bars Outdoor pool, water sports Secrets Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre Tennis, on-site shopping Complimentary greens fees Sip, Savour & See Dining Experience
Secrets Akumal Akumal
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Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun Puerto Morelos 22221/2
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•• Unlimited-Luxury®, Adults only •• Nestled along the calm waters of Akumal Beach, awarded a 2014 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for one of the “Top 10 Beaches in Mexico” •• 434 AC suites, swim-out suites •• 9 dining options, 7 bars •• 3 large swimming pools including oceanview infinity pool •• Secrets Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre •• Complimentary wi-fi and international calling to the US, Canada and Mexico with Unlimited Connectivity
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•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Luxury® / Adults only •• Swanky AAA Four Diamond beachfront resort •• 441 AC rooms & suites •• 8 restaurants, 8 bars including a pool bar •• 8 outdoor pools, 1 outdoor Jacuzzi •• Secrets Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre, salon ($) •• Mini golf, activities, cooking lessons •• Complimentary greens fees •• Nightclub, live entertainment •• Free unlimited connectivity app
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RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa Puerto Aventuras 2222
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•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Luxury® •• Elegant hideaway on secluded bay, north of the ruins of Tulum •• 305 AC rooms & suites •• 6 restaurants, cafe, 5 bars •• 3 outdoor pools, Jacuzzi •• Dreams Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre, yoga, aerobics •• Water sports, PADI dive centre •• On-site dolphinarium, complimentary golf nearby •• Explorer’s Club for kids, Core Zone Teens Club
Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa Tulum
•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Luxury® •• Contemporary remote resort on 2-mile stretch of white sands •• 432 AC rooms & suites •• 9 restaurants, 7 bars, swim-up bar •• 2 outdoor pools •• Dreams Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre, tennis, water sports •• Explorer’s Club for kids •• Complimentary green fees nearby •• Sip, Savour & See Dining Experience
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Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa Puerto Morelos 2222
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•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Luxury® •• AAA Four Diamond modern beachfront resort between Cancun’s southern tip & Playa del Carmen •• 486 AC rooms & suites •• 7 restaurants, cafe, grill, 6 bars •• 3 outdoor pools, 2 outdoor whirlpools, pool bar •• Dreams Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre •• Explorer’s Club for kids •• Complimentary greens fees nearby
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Now Jade Riviera Cancun Puerto Morelos
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Preferred Partner Unlimited-Luxury® Beachfront resort 550 AC rooms & suites 9 restaurants, 6 bars 3 outdoor pools, kids pool Now Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre Non-motorized water sports, tennis Themed entertainment, live shows Explorer’s Club for kids Complimentary greens fees Sip, Savour & See Dining Experience
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Preferred Partner Unlimited-Luxury® Enchanting AAA Four Diamond Mayan-inspired beachside resort 496 AC suites 7 restaurants, café, 5 bars, pool bar 4 outdoor pools Now Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre Water sports Explorer’s Club for kids, Core Zone Teens Club Complimentary greens fees nearby
Playacar Palace Playa del Carmen
•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Luxurious Condé Nast Travellers “Gold List 2013” property in Playacar resort complex •• 201 AC rooms & suites •• 3 restaurants, 3 bars •• Outdoor pool, kids pool •• Awe Spa, fitness centre •• Kids club •• Robert von Hagge golf course
Platinum Yucatan Princess Playa del Carmen
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Adults only 472 rooms 13 Swimming pools 6 unlimited a la carte restaurants (no reservations required) International drinks 24 hours room service 8 bars Honeymoon & Weddings Packages available
Valentin Imperial Maya Puerto Morelos
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Preferred Partner All-inclusive Adults only The perfect mix between nature & architecture with rich colonial décor of a typical Yucatan hacienda 540 AC junior suites & suites 8 restaurants (7 à la carte/buffet), 11 bars, 24hr room service 2 outdoor pools, spa ($), fitness centre Daily & nightly activities, water sports Complimentary Wi-Fi
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RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS Banyan Tree Mayakoba Playa del Carmen
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Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa Playa del Carmen 22221/2
•• Luxury all-pool villa resort tucked within lush Mayan jungle welcomes you with top-notch Asian hospitality •• Travel+Leisure 2015 “T+L 500” •• 117 AC pool villas & golf-view residences •• 4 restaurants, 3 bars •• 2 pools, fitness centre •• Award-winning Banyan Tree Spa •• El Camaleón Golf Course, host of PGA •• Tour’s OHL Classic •• Kids activities •• Tailor-made wedding packages
El Dorado Casitas Royale by Karisma Puerto Morelos 22221/2
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•• U ltimate captivating sanctuary idyllically set on a stretch of talcum-soft sands •• Travel+Leisure 2015 “T+L 500” •• 63 AC rooms & suites •• 2 restaurants, 2 bars •• 24hr room service •• 3 outdoor pools including kids pool, tennis •• Kinan Spa, temazcal, sauna, fitness centre •• Cultural palapa, observation tower •• Game centre, boutique •• Complimentary bike tours
Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Playa del Carmen
•• Gourmet Inclusive® / Adults only •• AAA Four Diamond resort on pristine beach •• 205 AC casitas suites with double Jacuzzi •• 12 restaurants, 15 bars •• 24hr room service, beach & pool butlers •• 12 outdoor pools (1 natural saltwater pool) •• Náay Spa ($), temazcal ($), fitness centre •• Tennis, non-motorized water sports •• Beachfront wedding chapel, access to all El Dorado Royale & Generations Riviera •• Maya restaurants, bars & pools
IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Paraíso, The Grand Collection Puerto Morelos 22221/2
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All-inclusive / Adults only A AA Four Diamond beachfront hotel 310 AC suites, free Wi-Fi 4 specialty restaurants, made-to-order buffet, poolside snack bar & grill, 5 bars including swim-up bar •• Personalized butler service, concierge service, 24hr room service •• 3 pools inc. activity pool & lake pool •• Spa Sensations ($), 18-hole P.B. Dye golf course ($), site of Big Break Mexico (1 free round)
Azul Beach Hotel by Karisma Playa del Carmen
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•• Gourmet Inclusive® •• A AA Four Diamond beachfront boutique-style resort with modern Caribbean décor •• 148 AC suites, family suites available •• 5 restaurants, 5 bars, beach butlers •• 24hr room service •• 5 outdoor pools, kids pool •• Vassa Spa ($), fitness centre •• Nearby golf ($), non-motorized water sports •• Daily activities, Azulitos Playhouse by •• Nickelodeon™ (coming July 2015)
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•• Stunning, sun-soaked apartment-style retreat within walking distance of famous La Quinta Avenida (Fifth Avenue) •• 314 AC rooms & suites, some with plunge pools or swim-up pools •• 2 restaurants, 3 bars •• 3 outdoor pools including semi-Olympic size lap pool •• Spa Cenote, fitness centre •• Camp Hyatt, teen arcade •• Wedding gazebo
Viceroy Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen
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•• Adults only •• Upscale AAA Four Diamond retreat on seductive, 7-mile white-sand beach enchants with inspirational settings for the epitome of wellness •• Condé Nast Travellers “Gold List 2014” •• 41 AC villas •• 2 restaurants, 2 bars •• Outdoor lagoon pool with sundeck, private pier •• Wayak Spa, fitness centre, yoga •• Gift shop, library lounge
El Dorado Maroma by Karisma Puerto Morelos
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•• G ourmet Inclusive® / Adults only •• Located on renowned Maroma Beach & packed with activities •• 128 AC rooms including infinity pool suites & swim-up suites •• 5 restaurants, 3 bars •• 2 outdoor pools, Náay Spa ($), fitness centre. Marina Maroma activity centre steps away •• Non-motorized water sports, water aerobics •• Beachfront wedding chapel
RIVIERA MAYA HOTELS El Dorado Royale by Karisma Puerto Morelos
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Generations Riviera Maya by Karisma Puerto Morelos 2222
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Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort Puerto Morelos 2222
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Gourmet Inclusive® All-suite, all-butler, all gourmet A AA Four Diamond beachfront resort 144 AC oceanfront suites with Jacuzzis 5 restaurants, 3 bars Pool, kids pool, kids club Náay Spa ($), fitness centre Nearby golf ($), non-motorized water sports, daily activities & nightly entertainment •• Access to all El Dorado Royale & Casitas restaurants & bars (adults only)
IBEROSTAR Paraíso Maya, Premium Gold Puerto Morelos 2222
•• A ll-inclusive •• Eco-friendly beach resort near Puerto Morelos •• 500 AC rooms & suites •• 5 restaurants, 6 bars •• 2 outdoor pools, 2 kids pools, Jacuzzi •• The Cocay Spa, fitness centre •• Tennis, bike tours •• Non-motorized water sports; kayaks, boogie boards, windsurfing & more •• Full-service 120-slip marina •• Kids club
Desire Resort & Spa Riviera Maya Puerto Morelos 2221/2
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•• All-inclusive •• Spectacular resort with tropical charm •• 350 AC rooms for Tucán, 350 AC rooms for Quetzal, room service •• 5 specialty restaurants, 2 buffets, •• 7 bars including swim-up bar •• 4 outdoor pools including kids pool •• Spa Sensations ($), fitness centre •• Daily activities, non-motorized water sports •• PADI certified scuba centre ($) •• Shops ($), disco, kids club
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•• All-inclusive •• AAA Four Diamond beachfront resort for all ages •• 434 AC suites, 24hr room service, free Wi-Fi •• 5 specialty restaurants, 6 bars including swim-up bar, concierge service •• 9 outdoor pools, wave pool, lazy river, kids splash park, Spa Sensations ($), free access to wet area, fitness centre, on-site •• 18-hole P.B. Dye golf course ($), site of Big Break Mexico, daily activities, kids club, baby’s kitchen, access to sister hotels
Grand Riviera Princess All Suites Resort & Spa Playa del Carmen
•• All-inclusive •• Couples only •• Couples-only provocative beach resort with vibrant & seductive tropical ambiance •• 114 AC rooms & suites •• 4 restaurants, 6 bars •• Outdoor pool, clothing-optional areas •• Spa, Jacuzzi, water sports, pole dance lessons, chocolate game •• Nightclubs, party rooms for couples •• Entertainment, theme parties
IBEROSTAR Tucán & IBEROSTAR Quetzal, Premium Playa del Carmen 2221/2
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•• All-inclusive •• Expansive beach resort in Playa del Carmen •• 672 AC suites •• 9 restaurants, 9 bars, 24hr sports bar, •• 3 swim-up bars, 12 outdoor pools including 8 for adults & 4 for kids •• Princess SPA, fitness centre •• Non-motorized water sports •• Tennis courts, paddle courts, multi-use court, golf packages •• Kids & teens clubs
Mi Amor Tulum
2221/2 27 •• European plan hotel •• Breakfast included •• Ocean Front hotel enclave on a clift with sweeping views where adventure and luxury blended seamlessly •• 17 AC modern guest room that pays homage to Mexican style and design •• Nespresso machine in all rooms •• 1 International restaurant “UNICO” al fresco dining with views of the sea. •• 1 bar al fresco and lounge seating. •• 1 infinity outdoor pool, Spa
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Omni Puerto Aventuras Hotel Beach Resort Puerto Aventuras 2221/2
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•• All-inclusive •• Charming boutique-style getaway in private yachting community with powdery sands & glistening waters •• Condé Nast Travellers “Gold List 2012” •• 30 AC rooms •• 3 restaurants, 2 bars, beach & swim-up bars •• 2 connecting pools, 2 kids pools •• Spa & salon, Maya Gym •• 9-hole golf course •• Boutique, mini market
La Zebra Tulum
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•• 24 room’s boutique hotel between classic cabañas and contemporary suites. •• Contemporary suites with plunge pool available •• Beach lounge area •• 1 Mexican contemporary restaurant and bar •• 1 beach bar •• 1 room dedicated to guided Mexican dining experience “The Chef table” •• Full Beach access on site
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Allegro Playacar Playa del Carmen
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•• All-inclusive •• Fun-filled, thatched Polynesian resort on mesmerizing Riviera Maya beach surrounded by lush gardens •• 286 AC rooms with balconies •• 5 restaurants, snack bar, 3 bars, •• DJ lounge •• 3 free-form pools including kids pool •• Spa, land & water sports, tennis •• Entertainment, kids club with supervised activities
Barcel贸 Maya Palace Deluxe Barcel贸 Ixtapa Beach Barcel贸 Puerto Vallarta
Mexico Riviera Maya | Ixtapa | Puerto Vallarta
Give your family the vacation of a lifetime at our fun packed resort. Barcel贸 Hotels & Resorts will take care of your every need with premier family services, pools and the Barcy Kids Club. As the premier all-inclusive family destination, has everything you and the kids could want and more.
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Get off the beaten track and have din ner at El Moro. Local family ru restaurant with som n e o f t he best food in Mexico ! Margaret Kosmack
COZUMEL Welcome to an idyllic island where Mexican hospitality and Caribbean charm blend seamlessly – and the coral reefs are among the most celebrated in the world.
Taking the bait Book a charter boat and sail into the warm waters in search of sport fish like blue and white marlin, sailfish, and swordfish.
Cozumel caught the attention of underwater explorer Jacques Cousteau in the 1960s. Since then, the small island has been hailed the world over as a top scuba diving destination, with the second largest coral reef in the world just offshore! Deep-sea fishing, snorkelling, and water-skiing are also popular, and resorts and recreational facilities are well equipped.
Cozumel experiences •• For striking views, climb the narrow winding stairs of the Punta Celerain Lighthouse.
Beach & breakfast Back on terra firma, enjoy the easy going atmosphere of this friendly island, beginning with the gorgeous white-sand beaches. To round out your experience, stroll into the beautiful city of San Miguel, where you can dine at over 100 restaurants and sidewalk cafés.
•• Pull up a chair at a local restaurant and savor traditional Cozumel chocolomo. •• Hit a nightclub along San Miguel’s Avenida Rafael Melgar and sway your hips to Caribbean rhythms. •• Join a 4x4 adventure and take in the panorama of beaches, mangroves, and sand dunes. •• Take a cooking class and learn how to make regional Yucatecan delights as well as other Mexican dishes.
You got the silver Take advantage of Cozumel’s duty-free shopping and look in San Miguel for great deals at jewelry stores selling beautifully crafted pieces made of .925 Mexican sterling silver.
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•• Trek through the rainforest to San Gervasio, a small but distinctive group of well-preserved Mayan ruins.
•• Step into a Mayan steam lodge (or temazcal) for an hour, then cool off in a freshwater cenote.
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COZUMEL INSIDER EXPERIENCES
Atlantis Submarine
1.5 Hours Explore the water in one of the most technologically-advanced passenger submarines, the Atlantis, which can dive to 100 feet. See Chankanaab Park, part of the world’s second largest barrier reef, as expert narration in English and Spanish adds interesting insights of the area. Your camera is a must on this amazing experience.
Night Diving Tour
2.5 Hours Discover an underwater oasis like you’ve never before! See colours and textures under a completely different light with this fascinating night dive amid glowing night fish and other marvelous creatures. Your guide will make it safe and easy for you, so get ready for the plunge in the second largest coral reef in the world!
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Glass Bottom Boat Tour
2.5 Hours Get a completely different perspective of Cozumel’s underwater marvels. This spectacular tour lets you see fascinating multi-coloured fish through the glass bottom of the boat and admire their way of life. You’ll also get a chance to snorkel at two breathtaking shallow reefs, perfect for beginners.
Snorkel Tour with Lunch
5.5 Hours Swim and snorkel at two different reefs aboard one of the best catamarans on the island on this full-day adventure in the crystal clear waters of Cozumel. Your bilingual guide will teach you to snorkel and explain the different underwater sights as you sail along the coastline and enjoy a tropical lunch.
Jeep Adventure Tour Shared or Private – Adults Only
5.5 Hours Take in the scenery of sand dunes, coconut trees, and mangroves as you drive around the beautiful island of Cozumel. The ecological reserve of Punta Sur guards species of animals including white-tail deer, crocodiles, and iguanas, and is rich in coastal dunes, mangroves, reefs, lagoon systems, and beautiful beaches.
2 Tank Dive
3.5 Hours Unleash the explorer in you and dive right night with this guided tour! Discover the stunning underwater wonders and amazing marine life in the second largest coral reef in the world. Take in the infinite diversity and become one with nature for an experience of a lifetime.
Ocidental Grand Xcaret Occidental Grand cozumel Allegro Cozumel Mexico Cozumel | Riviera Maya
Give your family the vacation of a lifetime at our fun packed resort. Barcel贸 Hotels & Resorts will take care of your every need with premier family services, pools and the Barcy Kids Club. As the premier all-inclusive family destination, has everything you and the kids could want and more.
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COZUMEL HOTELS
Island Museum Ferry
COZUMEL 1. Cozumel Palace 2. Explorean Cozumel 3. Fiesta Americana Cozumel All-Inclusive 4. IBEROSTAR Cozumel, Premium 5. Meliá Vacation Club Cozumel 6. Occidental Grand Cozumel 7. Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa 8. Secrets Aura Cozumel 9. Sunscape Sabor Cozumel
Cozumel Int’l Airport
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Golf Celarin Lighthouse
COZUMEL HOTELS Meliá Vacation Club Cozumel 222
Cozumel
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Beautiful beachfront resort with an array of amenities, facilities & unlimited amounts of fun •• 143 AC deluxe garden view rooms & oceanfront suites, Wi-Fi ($) •• 3 restaurants, 5 bars, room service ($)
Cozumel Palace Cozumel
•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Casually elegant resort on Caribbean Sea at Palancar Reef is ideal for all ages •• 175 AC jr. suites with double Jacuzzis •• 4 restaurants, 2 bars •• 24hr room service •• 3 outdoor pools, kids pool •• Spa, fitness centre •• Water sports, PADI dive centre •• Dance lessons, cooking classes •• Kids club & playground
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Secrets Aura Cozumel Cozumel
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Preferred Partner Unlimited-Luxury® Adults only Intimate, sun-kissed all-suite resort with unrivaled hospitality only a few miles off coast of Yucatan Peninsula 266 AC suites with private balconies 6 restaurants, café, 5 bars 3 outdoor pools, 1 Jacuzzi Secrets Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre Water sports, scuba diving
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COZUMEL HOTELS Occidental Grand Cozumel Cozumel
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•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Enchanting resort on San Francisco beach overlooking Mexican Caribbean Sea •• 243 AC rooms & suites, exclusive Royal Club •• 6 restaurants, 5 bars •• 2 outdoor pools, 2 pools, kids pool •• Spa, fitness centre, sauna, tennis •• Water sports, PADI dive centre •• Activities, entertainment, kids club
Explorean Cozumel Cozumel
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Fiesta Americana Cozumel All-Inclusive Cozumel 2222
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•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Fun® •• Energetic, sun-soaked playground nestled along powdery beach on island off coast of Yucatan Peninsula •• 218 AC rooms & suites •• 4 restaurants, wine cellar, 3 bars •• 2 outdoor pools •• Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre •• Water sports, snorkelling •• Explorers club for kids, Core Zone Teens Club
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•• All Inclusive experiential natural resort. •• Daily guided expeditions •• 56 Deluxe Casitas •• 1 specialty restaurant, 1 bar •• Access to Fiesta Americana Facilities (restaurants, bars, beach club, etc) •• Spa, fitness centre •• PADI 5 Star Dive Centre
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Cozumel 2222 •• Exquisite resort on ½ mile of awe-inspiring private beach •• Member of The Leading Hotels of the World •• 220 AC rooms & suites with terraces or balconies •• 4 restaurants, 3 bars •• 2 outdoor pools •• The Spa, 24hr fitness centre •• 2 tennis courts, recreation court, putting green •• Kids club (iguana feeding), activities
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Sunscape Sabor Cozumel Cozumel
•• All-Inclusive •• Recently renovated contemporary retreat with private beach club •• 102 AC rooms & suites with private plunge pools •• 7 restaurants, Coffee Corner, 3 bars, swim-up bar •• Outdoor pool, private beach •• Na’ Ha’ Spa, fitness centre •• Water sports, PADI dive centre •• Movie theatre, live shows •• Kids club & teens club
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IBEROSTAR Cozumel, Premium Cozumel
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•• All-Inclusive •• Diver’s & nature lover’s beachfront resort near world’s second largest coral reef reflects ultimate island charm •• 294 AC rooms & suites, bungalow-style •• 3 specialty restaurants, buffet, 5 bars including swim-up bar •• 3 outdoor pools including kids pool •• Spa Sensations ($), fitness centre •• Daily activities, night club, nightly themed shows in theater •• PADI/SSI diving school ($), kids club
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IXTAPA / ZIHUATANEJO These Pacific Coast neighbors offer contrasting versions of Mexican paradise, making your vacation a perfect “2 for 1” sun-drenched getaway!
Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo experiences •• Go scuba diving among coral reefs, underwater canyons, shoals, and sunken ships.
Looking for a modern, amenity-filled resort destination? Charming seaside village? When you visit Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, you get both! Consider Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo: Although carved from the same tropical coastline and marked by verdant hills and scalloped coves, these Costa Grande neighbors offer contrasting versions of Mexico – some even call it “the one place that’s two places at once.”
•• Stop at a typical Zihua café for aporreadillo, a local dish made from cured beef, eggs, and Mexican salsa. •• Wander the Mercado de Artesanía Turístico for terrific buys in jewelry, beads, silver, handicrafts, and hammocks.
Zesty Zihuatanejo Known for the incredible beaches protected within its absolutely gorgeous small bay, unpretentious Zihuatanejo is tailor-made for sunny days full of fishing, sailing, scuba diving, snorkelling, biking, surfing, water-skiing, horseback riding – or just snoozing under a shady palm tree along the malecón. Invigorating Ixtapa Sophisticated pleasures and world-class accommodations are the hallmark of dynamic Ixtapa, the most modern resort destination on Mexico’s west coast. There’s great nightlife, shopping, and restaurants, while championship golf, tennis, deep-sea fishing, water sports, and boutique shopping offer diversions for every taste.
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•• Visit the Museo de Arqueólogia de la Costa Grande for its impressive collection of artifacts from pre-Hispanic times.
•• Take a ferry to beautiful, sandy Isla Ixtapa, where a small lighthouse offers spectacular Pacific views. •• Dance until sunrise at the pulsating discotheques around Ixtapa’s boulevard area. •• Venture to the beaches of Playa del Palmar and Playa Quieta for water sports, including unparalleled surfing.
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IXTAPA/ZIHUATANEJO INSIDER EXPERIENCES
Combo Tour
Countryside & Barra De Potosi
Horseback Riding
Ixtapa Treasure Island
Las Gatas Beach Break
Magical Sunset Cruise
Sail & Snorkel Adventure
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5 Hours This is a great opportunity to get three tours in one: the City Tour,the Customs and Traditions Tour, and the Countryside Tour. First, explore Zihuatanejo’s main streets, then visit a tropical fruit plantation and tile makers in the town of Coacoyul. Continue on to the picturesque town of Petatlán, famous for its beautiful beaches. On the way back, enjoy lunch in a Mexican roadside restaurant. An open bar and snacks are included.
6 Hours Explore one of the best and most beautiful places for snorkelling. Take a short boat ride from Playa Linda to Ixtapa Island. Relax, enjoy the beach, or explore the different points of the island, such as Coral Beach, where you can swim safely or snorkel. Take a swim around tranquil Varadero Beach, enjoy water sports such as kayaking, banana boats, and WaveRunners, or simply soak up the sun. A traditional Mexican lunch and drink are included.
6 Hours This tour will take you to sail the blue Pacific waters from Puerto Mió in Zihuatanejo Bay to the secluded white-sand beach and coral reef of Manzanillo Beach. Here, you can snorkel, swim, and collect shells, or simply relax in this beautiful paradise. An open bar and snacks are included.
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7 Hours This 3-in-1 tour invites you to discover the beautiful tropical paradise of Ixtapa, from picturesque Zihuatanejo to modern Ixtapa. Then, immerse yourself in the culture and customs of Mexico at Zihuatanejo’s archeological museum, as well as the picturesque town of Petatlán. Next, visit fruit plantations, the small town of Coacuyul, and local roof tile and brick makers, followed by the tranquil fishing village of Barra de Potosi for lunch.
6 Hours This tour is a truly relaxing experience in paradise. From Zihuatanejo’s downtown, take a short boat ride from the municipal dock across the bay to Las Gatas Beach. Enjoy sunbathing, snorkelling, and swimming. Take part in water sports or just relax in this beautiful paradise. A traditional Mexican lunch with fish or chicken plus a drink is included.
7 Hours Hop on board for a day tour you won’t soon forget! Depart with your captain and his crew of expert sailors on the surrounding waters. Be a fisherman for the day while trying to catch marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi, yellowfin tuna, and more. Beer and soft drinks are included.
1.5 Hours Take a pleasant ride on horseback along the beach and through coconut and fruit plantations on this trip. You’ll be given a gentle and tame horse from Playa Larga Ranch to ride, and also be escorted by an expert and bilingual Mexican cowboy.
3 Hours This is the best way to enjoy the sunset over the coast of the Pacific Ocean: Take a beautiful, romantic trip around the Bay of Zihuatanejo on board a sailboat, and appreciate the spectacular views of the green landscapes and the hotel zone of Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo. Keep your eyes open to see the famous “Ola Verde” or “green flash,” and enjoy an open bar and snacks.
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IXTAPA / ZIHUATANEJO HOTELS IXTAPA / ZIHUATANEJO 1. Capella Ixtapa Resort & Spa 2. Holiday Inn Ixtapa 3. Krystal Ixtapa 4. Las Brisas Ixtapa 5. Sunscape Dorado Pacifico Ixtapa 6. Viceroy Zihuatanejo 80
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Capella Ixtapa Resort & Spa Ixtapa
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•• Understated luxurious refuge on cliff high above Pacific Ocean •• Condé Nast Travellers “Gold List 2013” •• 59 AC suites with ocean views, private plunge pools & rainforest showers •• 3 restaurants including cliffside dining, 2 bars •• 2 freshwater outdoor pool, private cove •• 6,000sf cliff-side spa, fitness centre •• Beauty salon, live entertainment
Viceroy Zihuatanejo Zihuatanejo
•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Fun® •• Vibrant oceanfront resort in charming beach town of Ixtapa where unforgettable memories are born •• 285 AC rooms & suites •• 6 restaurants, café, 4 bars, swim-up bar •• Outdoor pool, 2 waterslides, Jacuzzi •• Sunscape Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre •• Tennis, water sports •• Explorer’s Club for kids •• Core Zone Teens Club
Las Brisas Ixtapa Ixtapa
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•• Spellbinding, luxury hideaway majestically nestled along serene Playa La Ropa Beach •• 46 AC rooms & AC suites •• 2 restaurants, 2 bars •• 2 outdoor pools •• Spa, fitness centre, yoga •• 2 tennis courts, activity desk •• Sailing, windsurfing, fishing, kayaking •• Cooking classes •• Art gallery, gift shop •• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
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•• Modern, Mexican-style mountainside hotel with all ocean-view accommodations with unique architecture •• 416 AC rooms & suites with terraces, some with private plunge pools •• 6 restaurants, coffee shop, 4 bars •• 4 outdoor pools, children’s pool •• Tennis, fitness centre •• Hair salon, gift shops •• Water sports & golf nearby •• Kids club
Krystal Ixtapa Ixtapa
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•• All Inclusive plan that includes unlimited food, beverages, service and comfort. •• Modern vacation site in beautiful Ixtapa/ Zihuatanejo with a big beach area to enjoy events such as weddings •• 153 AC rooms, 2 restaurants •• Activities program and theme parties •• Free WIFI in rooms and areas •• 24hr services: business centre, gym, laundry •• Tennis courts •• Kids Club from 4 to 12 years old
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•• All-inclusive option •• Contemporary resort hotel opening to stunning beach in Hotel Zone •• 255 AC rooms & suites with balconies •• 3 restaurants, 3 bars •• Concierge •• Outdoor pool with waterfall & waterslide, children’s pool •• Fitness centre, spa services •• Nightclub, live entertainment •• Kamp Krystal •• Wedding services, golf nearby
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LOS CABOS There’s no topping this Pacific paradise for boundless sunshine, striking landscapes, outstanding golf, unbeatable resorts, and more! Los Cabos has quietly evolved from a sleepy fishing village overlooking the Sea of Cortéz into one of the most popular resort areas in Mexico, thanks to its dry climate, abundant sunshine, striking landscape, white-sand beaches, and clear sapphire seas. Now, it’s also famous as Latin America’s premier golf destination, home to some particularly beautiful championship courses, and a mecca for sport fishing enthusiasts.
Los Cabos experiences •• Join a tour to spot gray, blue, and humpback whales as they migrate to Baja’s sheltered lagoons. •• Don scuba gear to explore the undersea world at Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park, the only living coral reef on the west coast of North America.
Land’s End landmarks Not-to-be missed excursions include taking a boat ride to El Arco, a dramatic natural rock formation at Land’s End, where you can view what are perhaps the continent’s most spectacular sunsets.
•• Drive an authentic “Baja 1000” racer across an untamed landscape of desert, arroyos, hillsides, and canyons.
Pacific putting Tee off in a golfing paradise on picturesque and challenging layouts created by Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones, Jr., Dye Designs, Greg Norman, Davis Love III, Tom Fazio, Tom Weiskopf, Gary Player, and Tiger Woods.
•• Unwind on gorgeous beaches at popular Palmilla, palm-lined El Chileno, secluded Playa del Amor, and tranquil Playa el Médano.
•• When the sun goes down, get ready for dancing, rockin’ out, and sipping cocktails to live bands or DJs in Cabo San Lucas.
•• Rent a sea kayak for a jaunt from Medano Beach across the bay to Lover’s Beach.
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Cab it to Cabo Explore art galleries, shop for jewelry, and sample authentic regional cuisine in the quiet village of San José del Cabo, whose historic town centre is still lined with colonial and adobe homes.
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LOS CABOS INSIDER EXPERIENCES
Canopy Tour
Explore Los Cabos City Tour
Fishing per Boat
Horseback Riding
La Paz Tour
Sunset Dinner Cruise
Todos Santos Tour
Whale-Watching with Domestic Open Bar & Buffet Lunch
2.5 Hours Discover the canyons of Los Cabos, home to ten monster zip lines including the longest in the Baja at 815 metres. Reach speeds up to 50 miles per hour and a height of 100 metres. This tour will guarantee to have your adrenaline pumping the entire time!
1.5 Hours This tour begins with a horseback ride along a small trail surrounded by palm trees. You will then cross to the legendary San José Estuary, where you will have the opportunity to discover a wide diversity of flora and fauna.
6 Hours Visit relaxing Todos Santos – the small town that’s home to the “Hotel California,” made famous by the Eagles. Located just an hour outside Los Cabos, enjoy the quaint village’s feeling of tranquility, walk in the narrow unpaved streets, and visit the wide variety of art galleries. Experience true history at the museum, with time allotted for lunch.
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6 Hours Discover the marvels of the cape region. Visit the historical mission of San José, founded by Jesuit priests in 1733, as well as historic homes, churches, and the main plaza. At the tourist corridor, discover the amazing golf courses, beaches, and hotels, and watch a demonstration at a glass-blowing factory. In Cabo San Lucas, enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride and admire the incredible beauty of Land’s End. Tours including lunch are also available.
12 Hours If you’re looking for history and adventure, this is the tour for you. Drive through scenic mountain towns and amazing desert landscapes on the way to La Paz, where you can visit the town’s stunning cathedral and do some shopping. Visit an amazing beach that’s ideal for swimming, kayaking, and enjoying a wonderful ocean-view lunch. On the way back, stop at Todos Santos, where the famous “Hotel California” is located.
2 Hours Whale-watching enthusiasts of all ages are in for a life-changing experience on this incredible tour. Skilled and experienced crew members use their vast knowledge of the best whale-watching spots to ensure firsthand encounters as you enjoy an onboard Mexican buffet and open bar. Note: This tour is seasonal valid December 1st - April 15th.
8 Hours Enjoy the early morning calm of the waters as you depart on this exciting fishing trip. Cast your line for local marlin, dorado, and tuna, savor a refreshing box lunch, and enjoy stunning panoramic views. Your fishing license and bait are included.
2.5 Hours Enjoy a cocktail from the full open bar, catch a glimpse of the Arch at San Lucas, and watch the sun set over the Pacific shores off Lover’s Beach on this scenic evening cruise. Dinner cruises featuring a freshly grilled “all you can eat” Mexican buffet are also available.
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LOS CABOS HOTELS LOS CABOS 1. Breathless Cabo San Lucas 2. Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa 3. Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa 4. Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos All-Inclusive Golf & Spa 5. Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort 6. Holiday Inn Resort Los Cabos 7. Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos 8. La Ventas Al Paraiso 9. Marquis Los Cabos 10. One&Only Palmilla 11. Royal Solaris Los Cabo 12. Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort 13. Sheraton Hacienda del Mar Golf & Spa Resort Los Cabos 14. Villa del Arco Beach Resort & Spa 15. Villa del Palmar Cabo San Lucas Beach Resort & Spa 16. Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Los Cabos
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Up to $30 spa credit Up to $100 resort credit 15% spa discount Relax body sugar & salt exfoliation massage upgrade •• Premium bottle of My Time wine & more
My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• AAA Four Diamond luxury resort on majestic peninsula with striking views of Sea of Cortéz •• 619 AC suites with private terraces •• 7 restaurants, 6 bars, swim-up bar, 2 outdoor grills •• 24hr room service, beach butlers
•• 7 outdoor pools, adults-only pool, children’s water park •• The Spa, salon, fitness centre, sauna, steam room •• Tennis, daily & nightly activities •• Live music & entertainment
Breathless Cabo San Lucas Cabo San Lucas
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•• Adults only •• 169 spacious and ultra-contemporary guest rooms & suites with private balconies overlooking the Marina & Ocean. •• 7 dining options, 5 chic bars & lounges •• Free Wi-Fi and free international calling to the US, Canada and Mexico with Unlimited Connectivity. •• Located on El Medano Beach in the heart of Cabo San Lucas •• Communal tables at some restaurants •• First Breathless Resort & Spa in Mexico
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Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos All-Inclusive Golf & Spa Cabo San Lucas 22221/2 4
•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Exclusive, elegant, traditional Mexican beachside resort •• 526 AC rooms & suites •• 7 restaurants, 7 bars, swim-up bar •• 6 outdoor pools, 4 Jacuzzis •• SOMMA WineSPA, fitness centre with Kinesis •• 2 on-site golf courses, including Jack •• Nicklaus’s #1 The Ocean Course •• Fiesta Kid’s Club, free Wi-Fi, wedding facilities, on-site wedding planner
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LOS CABOS HOTELS Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Los Cabos Cabos San Lucas 22221/2
•• Preferred Partner •• Spanish colonial-style all-suite resort on gorgeous El Medano Beach with hypnotizing views •• 60 AC villas with terraces •• 2 restaurants, 2 bars, swim-up bars •• Outdoor multi-level free-form pool with waterfall, 2 whirlpools •• Spa, fitness centre •• Water sports, 2 tennis courts •• Shopping, complimentary activities program
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Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa Touristic Corridor 2222
Villa del Arco Beach Resort & Spa Cabos San Lucas
•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Luxury® •• Timeless, AAA Four Diamond all-suite resort •• 213 AC suites with terraces •• 6 restaurants, café, 4 bars, 2 pool bars •• 24hr room service, pool & beach wait service •• 2 outdoor pools, 3 Jacuzzis •• Dreams Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre •• Explorer’s Club for kids •• 3 golf courses nearby ($)
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Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort San José del Cabo 22221/2
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Preferred Partner Unlimited-Luxury® Adults only Ultra-exclusive beachfront resort 500 AC suites 6 restaurants, café, grill, 4 bars 2 outdoor pools, beach wait service Secrets Spa by Pevonia ($), salon, fitness centre •• Water sports, yoga, water aerobics •• Cooking classes, theme nights
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Preferred Partner All-inclusive option Deluxe resort on Medano Beach 217 AC suites with kitchenettes & terraces 4 restaurants, 4 bars Concierge, 24hr room service 2 outdoor pools, sundeck, Jacuzzi Desert Spa, fitness centre, hydrotherapy circuit & beauty salon 2 tennis courts, live entertainment Wedding packages
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LOS CABOS HOTELS Villa del Palmar Cabo San Lucas Beach Resort & Spa Cabos San Lucas 222
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•• Enchanting Mediterranean-Mexican style architecture and design •• 71 suites in a wide array of floorplans ranging from 960 sq ft to 5,700 sq ft •• All accomm feature Butler Service •• Serpentine network of swimming pools and a swim up bar •• 5 original and unique dining choices, 24hr in-room dining •• Internationally acclaimed spa, fitness centre •• Variety of recreational & leisure activities
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One&Only Palmilla San José del Cabo
Preferred Partner All-inclusive option Fun-filled resort on Medano Beach 460 AC suites with kitchenettes & terraces 3 restaurants, 2 bars 3 outdoor pools, kids pool, whale slide, 3 outdoor Jacuzzis Desert Spa, fitness centre Live entertainment, water sports, tennis courts Palmita Market, deli, game arcade
Marquis Los Cabos San José del Cabo
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•• A well-kept secret on tip of Baja Peninsula •• Condé Nast Travellers “Gold List 2015” •• 173 AC rooms & suites with terraces •• 4 restaurants, 3 bars •• Complimentary 24hr shared butler service •• 2 outdoor pools, swimmable beach •• Spa, fitness centre, tennis •• Complimentary non-motorized water sports •• Jack Nicklaus golf course
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Adults only Beachfront resort, private beach 235 ocean view suites Morning coffee & pastries delivery to suite, 24hrs suite service 4 specialties restaurants, 1 lounge ocean view bar 2 Infinite pools and 1 central pool, 2 Jacuzzis 13,000 sq ft full service spa and fitness centre. Daily resort activities
Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort Touristic Corridor 2222
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa Cabos San Lucas 2222
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•• Enchanting, all-suite, all-oceanfront AAA Four Diamond resort on Medano Bay near downtown Cabo San Lucas •• 150 AC suites with private terraces & penthouses •• 5 restaurants, Gelato Pazzo, 2 bars & lounges •• 2 outdoor pools including kids pool, pool concierge •• Private Medano Beach Club •• Saltwater Spa, fitness centre •• Casa Kid’z Playzone
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•• Extraordinary, casually elegant resort on swimmable beach delivers unrivaled service •• Travel+Leisure 2015 “T+L 500” •• 375 AC rooms & suites •• 4 restaurants, poolside & swim-up bars •• 2 outdoor pools including infinity pool overlooking Sea of Cortez •• Spa Oasis, fitness centre •• Tennis, kids club •• Water sports, activities & golf nearby •• Wedding services
Sheraton Hacienda del Mar Golf & Spa Resort Los Cabos Cabos San Lucas 2222 13 •• All-inclusive option •• Luxury oceanfront resort within on the Sea of Cortez •• 270 AC rooms & suites, concierge •• 7 restaurants, 6 bars & lounges, swim-up bar •• 5 outdoor pools including infinity pool, whirlpools •• Cactus Spa, fitness centre, sauna •• 2 golf courses, beach volleyball •• Sheraton Adventure Kids Club •• Activities desk, jewelry shop
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Holiday Inn Resort Los Cabos San José del Cabo
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•• All-inclusive •• Low-rise beachfront resort majestically tucked between San José Del Cabo & Sierra de San Lazaro Mountains •• 392 AC rooms & suites •• 2 restaurants, 6 bars including •• 2 swim-up bars •• 3 outdoor pools •• 24hr fitness centre & recreation •• 2 tennis courts, sports court •• Kids club, golf nearby •• Live entertainment
Royal Solaris Los Cabo San José del Cabo
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•• All-inclusive •• Fun-filled, tropical Mexican-style resort on Sea of Cortez •• 390 AC rooms •• 6 restaurants, 3 bars •• 4 outdoor pools including kids pool, adults-only & mini water park •• Solaris Spa, fitness centre, Jacuzzi •• Tennis, volleyball & basketball courts •• Scuba diving lessons •• Theater, themed live music •• Kids club
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MAZATLÁN An affordable and friendly destination with wonderful amenities and loads of seaside charm, Mazatlán is also known for its uninhibited celebrations of life! The largest city along Mexico’s Gold Coast, Mazatlán has quietly become one of the most popular destinations in the country, offering 20 miles of golden-sand beaches, world-class golfing, outstanding seafood, and numerous daytime and nighttime diversions. Port side The Zona Dorada (Golden Zone) is a major tourist area with some of the city’s best hotels, shops, and restaurants. It is separated from the port by a long stretch of undeveloped beach, allowing the tourism attractions and the charm of a working Mexican city to coexist nicely. Fish story Along the resort areas, open-air bistros and bars line the active yet uncrowded beaches. The rolling surf is akin to that in Southern California, making water sports, sunbathing, and parasailing favorite pastimes. Anglers get a special treat with some of the best deep-sea fishing in the world and more than a dozen sport fishing fleets to serve them.
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Mazatlán experiences •• Discover the heart of the city’s history and artistic culture as you stroll through Old Mazatlán’s cobblestone sidewalks, colonial mansions, museums, and shops. •• Indulge in snorkelling, boogie boarding, parasailing and more at Playa Camaron, Gaviotas, Sabalo, and Brujas. •• Mazatlán is home to one of the largest shrimp fleets in the world, and there’s no shortage of fresh-caught shrimp on the menu at the city’s many restaurants. •• Dive into the Golden Zone’s fun-filled nightlife, especially at the Fiesta Land entertainment complex. •• Rent a Hobie Cat ® or jet-ski, and cruise all day on Puerto Viejo Bay. •• Try a refreshing Mexican-pilsner style beer, from Cerveza Pacífico Clara. It was first brewed in 1900 in Mazatlán.
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MAZATLÁN INSIDER EXPERIENCES
City Tour
El Quelite Rural Tour
La Noria & Tequila Factory
Stone Island Tour
3 Hours Enjoy a fascinating journey through the city of Mazatlán, visiting the most interesting sites, this historic downtown section and the vibrant Golden Zone. You will experience Mazatlán’s roots and history with this unique and enlightening tour.
4 Hours This is the perfect tour for local history and culture. Enjoy a countryside ride to historic La Noria, home to the most popular leather saddles in the region, as well as belts and huaraches made in family factories. Afterwards, visit the Vinata Los Osuna distillery, the most renowned tequila factory in the region, where you learn the oldfashioned way to make tequila, and enjoy a tasting.
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4 Hours The magic of El Quelite is the pride of its inhabitants, who continue to create baked clay roof tiles that are still used in construction. The traditional architecture of the town’s ranch houses is preserved, with ample hallways adorned with enormous ferns. Stroll the cobblestone streets and enjoy an optional lunch at an authentic local restaurant. On your way back, see the location marker for the Tropic of Cancer.
5 Hours Cruise to Stone Island aboard a catamaran and discover natural landmarks like the Creston Lighthouse, white twin rocks, Pirates Cave, and the amazing Sea Lions rock. Savor a typical Mexican lunch and open bar on the beach. Enjoy your choice of one additional activity, including snorkelling, banana boat ride, horseback riding, or island tour.
Into the Sierra Madre Tour
4 Hours Enjoy an air-conditioned motor coach ride through the countryside, with stops at both a brick factory and Malpica, where you will observe how tile is hand-made. Next, visit Concordia, renowned for its furniture and pottery factories, followed by the historic mining town of Copala with its cobblestone streets and beautiful colonial houses. After a delicious Mexican lunch, take a walking tour of Copala, visiting the church, jail, and plaza.
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MAZATLÁN HOTELS El Cid Castilla Beach Hotel Mazatlán
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El Cid Marina Beach Hotel Mazatlán
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•• All-inclusive option •• Premier Mediterranean-style resort in secluded waterfront location •• 200 AC suites with terraces •• 3 restaurants, 3 bars, swim-up bar •• 2 free-form pools, 2 kids pools •• Spa, fitness centre, Jacuzzi •• 9 tennis courts, golf course •• Water sports, kids club •• Full-service marina
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PUERTO VALLARTA A picturesque getaway dotted with enchanting cobblestone streets, adobe houses, expansive resorts, culinary abundance, and an unhurried lifestyle.
Puerto Vallarta experiences •• Head to the beaches for horseback riding, surfing, water-skiing, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkelling, and much more!
Part of its allure is how Puerto Vallarta blends the old and new. Flower-filled balconies line its streets, and mariachi music streams from downtown bars. You might even pass a burro clip-clopping along! Modern, amenity-filled resorts for every taste and budget occupy miles of beautiful beach, and offer the attendant pleasures of water sports, tennis, golf, great dining, ample relaxation, and more. Zone out! With 4 distinct resort zones, you can choose to stay amid the bustle or in blissful seclusion. The Southern Area offers a peaceful setting of palms and cliffs, while Downtown sets you in the colonial charm and shopping of Old Vallarta. The central Hotel Zone offers a parade of hotels and wide sandy beaches; Marina Vallarta boasts championship golf, a world-class marina, and deluxe resorts; and Nuevo Vallarta has become a haven of self-contained poshness. Shore thing Puerto Vallarta is blessed with 14 miles of golden-sand beaches along spectacular Banderas Bay. Gear up for windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, sport fishing, scuba and snorkelling, surfing, and water-skiing at beaches including Playa Mismaloya and Playa Los Muertos. Back on land, get into golf, hiking, biking, canopy tours, horseback riding, and bungee jumping.
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•• You’re bound to encounter a ton of energy and pulsating music at Puerto Vallarta’s many discos, bars, sports pubs, live music clubs, and cantinas! •• Attention foodies: Head to Puerto Vallarta’s street-side taco stalls and neighborhood fondas, humble spots serving bowls of chili-laced pozole and hearty Mexican “comfort seafood.” •• Soar across mountaintops on an exhilarating zip-lining adventure in the Sierra Madre. •• Test your haggling skills with vendors at the El Centro Mercado Municipal flea market. •• October through May, join the weekly ArtWalk and visit numerous galleries in the Centro Historico. •• Visit the ‘Hidden Beach’, a beach paradise that lies hidden underneath a hole in the ground, it is a one-of-a-kind natural wonder that is located in the Marieta Islands not far from Puerto Vallarta.
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PUERTO VALLARTA INSIDER EXPERIENCES
City Tour with Lunch
Marietas Islands
Sierra Madre Tour
Whale Watching
8 Hours Learn about Puerto Vallarta’s historic past with this enlightening tour taking you to the most striking places including the artistic mural and the iconic Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. You’ll also visit the city hall, Elizabeth Taylor’s house, the famous Los Arcos, and a tequila factory. There will be plenty of shopping opportunities in downtown, as well as photo opportunities with outdoor statues and sculptures along the Malecon. This tour includes an authentic Mexican lunch with one drink.
Full Day Venture out to the suburbs of Vallarta with this exhilarating tour in specially designed, Mercedes Benz, and all-terrain vehicles. You’ll be taken to off-the-beaten-tracks for a close look at the breathtaking Mexican outback, where you’ll see stunning mountains and remote villages. Once you reach the Sierra Madre, your guide will take you on an enlightening nature walk through the enchanted depths of the forests.
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7 Hours Situated at the northern end of Banderas Bay, the Marietas Islands offer an excellent opportunity for divers to observe wildlife including whales, dolphins, manta rays, tropical fish, and indigenous birds. Explore the islands’ rocky caverns and archways on a kayak, snorkel or dive their waters, or simply relax on the beach. Continental breakfast, lunch, and an open bar are included.
Full-Day There is no better time for nature and adventure lovers to visit the Bay of Banderas than the winter months, when humpback whales make their migration from Alaska. A buffet lunch and open bar are included. This tour is seasonal valid December 15th March 15th.
Rhythms of the Night
5 Hours A scenic sunset cruise across Banderas Bay takes you to the isolated cove of Las Caletas, where flickering torches, gently lapping seas, and swaying palms set the mood. Experience a mesmerizing Aztec show deep within the tropical forest, and enjoy dinner and an open bar at beachside tables bathed in the soft glow of candles.
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top-notch amenities on pristine beach •• 73 AC suites with terraces & plunge pools •• 3 restaurants, 3 bars, 24hr room service •• Outdoor pool, whirlpool
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Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive •• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Boutique, multi-villa resort boasts striking views between ocean & Sierra Madre Mountains
•• 164 AC 1-, 2- & 3-bedroom suites with Jacuzzis & private terraces •• 3 restaurants, 4 bars, wine cellar •• 3 pools including kids pool •• IMAGINE Spa, fitness centre, Jacuzzi
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PUERTO VALLARTA HOTELS Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta Hotel Zone
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•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive •• Secluded tropical resort on enchanted Las Estacas Beach •• 335 AC rooms, suites & swim-up suites, 24hr room service •• 4 gourmet restaurants, 5 bars •• Butlers, tequila sommeliers, tequila tastings •• 3 outdoor infinity pools, kids pool •• Vita Mar Spa, fitness centre •• Tennis, live entertainment •• Kids, teen & tween activities
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Casa Velas
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•• Adults only, all-inclusive option •• AAA Four Diamond resort secluded in the exclusive Marina Golf Course. •• Ranked among the top ten list for Best Hotels in Mexico by Condé Nast Traveller •• 80 rooms & suites featuring elegant Mexican design •• Complimentary use of hydrotherapy facilities, unlimited golf included, Fitness Centre, Personal Concierge, International gourmet cuisine restaurant, private Ocean Club with pool, 24hr in-suite dining, complimentary Wi-Fi •• City and Cultural tour included
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Secrets Vallarta Bay Puerto Vallarta Hotel Zone 22221/2
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Now Amber Puerto Vallarta Hotel Zone
•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Luxury® •• Contemporary resort on golden-sand beach overlooking the Banderas Bay •• 327 AC suites •• 7 restaurants, café, 5 bars •• 3 pools and an outdoor whirlpool •• Spa ($), fitness centre, yoga •• Water sports •• Explorer’s Club for kids, Core Zone Teens Club •• Complimentary greens fees nearby
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Meliá Vacation Club Puerto Vallarta Marina Vallarta 2221/2
•• Adults only, all-inclusive option •• Intimate, stylish boutique resort with tranquil atmosphere on Banderas Bay •• AAA Four Diamond Award •• Preferred boutique member •• 3 restaurants, 2 bars •• 83 AC rooms & suites with private terraces or balconies •• 24hr room service, butler services •• 2 outdoor pools, water sports •• Live entertainment, theme nights •• Mind & Soul Spa, fitness centre, sauna, steam room, yoga •• Golf nearby
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•• Adults only •• All-inclusive •• 443 Spacious, modern & luxurious suites. •• An array of dining, bars and lounge options. •• Relaxing ambience at the hotel’s day spa. •• Ideal location near Historic Downtown and only 20 minutes from the airport, just minutes from downtown shops, galleries and restaurants.
•• Preferred Partner •• Sun-drenched oceanfront resort between Marina Vallarta & downtown Puerto Vallarta •• 395 AC suites & guest rooms •• 3 restaurants, 3 bars •• Room service, concierge •• Bay Breeze Spa, fitness centre, sauna, •• Jacuzzi •• Tennis •• Kids activities centre •• Wedding services
CasaMagna Marriott Marina Vallarta
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•• Contemporary AAA Four Diamond resort on powdery white-sand beach along Banderas Bay •• 433 AC rooms & suites •• 5 restaurants, 5 bars including sports bar & lobby bar with panoramic views •• 24hr room service •• 2 outdoor pools including kids pool •• Ohtli Spa, barber/beauty shop, fitness centre •• Kids club •• Golf nearby
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•• All-Inclusive •• Elegant AAA Four Diamond, oceanfront thatched-palm roof hotel convenient to downtown Puerto Vallarta •• 291 AC rooms, 24-hr room service •• 10 dining options, 3 bars, swim-up bar •• Beachside free-form heated pool with kids section, private beach •• Nakawè Spa, sauna, steam rooms, fitness centre •• Kids club, teen club •• Theatre, golf nearby
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The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta Marina Vallarta 2222
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•• All-inclusive option •• Tranquil luxury resort on private Marina Vallarta beach •• 280 AC rooms & suites with balconies •• 3 restaurants, 3 bars, swim-up bar •• Concierge •• 2 outdoor free-form pools, outdoor whirlpool •• Spa, WestinWORKOUT® Gym •• 2 private beach clubs •• Outdoor lighted tennis courts •• Gift shop, wedding services
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•• All-inclusive •• Vibrant beachside resort with tropical Mexican flair for all ages •• 234 AC rooms, honeymoon suites & junior suites •• 4 restaurants, 3 bars •• 3 outdoor pools including kids pool •• Shakti Spa, fitness centre •• Water sports, scuba lessons, kayak tours •• Dance classes, cooking classes •• Boutique shop •• Candu Kidz Club
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•• All-inclusive •• Adults only •• Spectacular beachfront escape with intimate atmosphere on the immaculate sands along Banderas Bay •• 214 AC rooms with balconies •• 4 À la carte restaurants, 2 snack bars, •• 3 bars •• Outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, water sports •• Water aerobics, windsurfing, yoga •• Body Boutique Spa, fitness centre •• Tennis, golf nearby
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RIVIERA NAYARIT Its nickname – “the place where the mountains meet the sea” – only hints at the spectacular setting of this Pacific destination, one of the most alluring in all of Mexico!
Riviera Nayarit experiences •• Try your hand at fishing for marlin, swordfish, and tuna on a charter out of Punta Mita or Nuevo Vallarta.
With its gorgeous Pacific shoreline, pristine beaches, wildlife preserves, bountiful sunshine, exciting water sports, and easy-to-reach location, is there any other Mexican vacation destination as tempting as the Riviera Nayarit? Diverse destination Savvy vacationers are increasingly discovering this quiet paradise, framed by the majestic Sierra Madre Mountains and spanning 200 miles of picturesque coastline and beaches along spectacular Banderas Bay, encompassing the resort town of Nuevo Vallarta, the colonial enclave of San Blas, storybook fishing villages, the Boho surfer haven of Sayulita, and the exclusive beach community of Punta de Mita.
•• Learn to surf at San Blas, which boasts an uncrowded beach break for all levels of surfers. •• Savor mouthwatering seafood anywhere along “Restaurant Row” at El Anclote. •• Meet turtles, octopus, dolphins, morays, and rays while scuba diving at El Morro on Bahía de Banderas. •• Go for the greens on golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Weiskopf, and Robert von Hagge. •• Pilot a mountain bike down sloping trails in the Vallejo Mountains. •• Experience a pure Mexican vibe in the small village of Sayulita, and find authentic local cuisine at dozens of eateries.
Hand it over Visit markets and public plazas filled with one-of-a-kind handmade items created by the Cora and Huichol people of the surrounding villages, including: • Exquisite traditional pottery from Ixtlán del Rio • Blue ceramic pottery from Ahuacatlán • Rustic hardwood and wicker furniture from Jala • Stone carvings from Santiago de Ixcuintla.
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ATV Tour
Caletas by Day
Canopy Tour
Marietas Islands Tour
Marigalante
Outdoor Challenge
Sierra Madre
Sunset Sailing
3.5 Hours Experience adrenaline-pumping action with this exhilarating ATV tour that takes you through mountain trails! Expect to see breathtaking views as you travel through Puerto Vallarta’s enchanted landscape. Marvel at the wildlife and lush vegetation amid the rugged terrain, and rest assured there are plenty of photo opportunities.
7 Hours Get back to nature and explore the marine and bird life of the Marieta Islands located at the northern end of Banderas Bay. Kayak, snorkel or SCUBA dive, or grab the binoculars and listen to the eco-guides tell you more about the variety of whales, rays, fish and indigenous birds that inhabit the area. After you explore to your heart’s content, relax on the white sands of a beautiful secluded beach.
8 Hours Travel off the beaten track and into the Mexican outback in a specially designed Mercedes-Benz all-terrain vehicle. Pass over rugged terrain and through mountain streams to the heart of the Sierra Madre, where knowledgeable guides will take you on a fascinating nature walk to discover the flora and fauna hidden under the tropical forest canopy. Snacks, lunch, and an open bar are included. 110
Full-Day Travel aboard a catamaran along Vallarta’s coastline to Caletas, where you can choose between gently exploring or simply relaxing in shaded hammocks strung between the palms. Enjoy guided nature walks of the jungle and orchid gardens, kayaking, and snorkelling tours. Continental breakfast, buffet lunch, and an open bar are included.
Full-Day All aboard the famous Marigalante Pirate Ship for contests, fun, and activities for all ages! Choose from a scrumptious dinner tour with a dazzling Aztec show and fireworks display, or a breakfast and lunch trip with a stop at Majahuitas Beach. An open bar is included.
4 Hours Sail past the town of Vallarta as the sun sinks into the horizon, offering you a golden photographic opportunity. Toast the sunset with a glass of bubbly and enjoy seafood hors d’oeuvres, wine, cheese, and an open bar as you relax on a cushioned deck to watch the stars appear.
4 Hours Swing from treetop to treetop through dense tropical vegetation on this exciting tour. Knowledgeable guides will assist you every step of the way, from the time you leave the ground, until you rappel back down to the forest floor. Light snacks and bottled water are included.
Half-Day Your adventure with a speedboat ride across the bay, where a Unimog 4x4 vehicle will take you to your registration camp. Take a 25-minute mule ride, learn a variety of wilderness techniques, splash through streams, rappel through waterfalls into natural river pools, and soar 200 feet above the jungle foliage on a 1000-foot-long zip-line.
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Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit 22222
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My Time / Preferred Partner / All-Inclusive / •• AAA Five Diamond resort with contemporary Mexican style •• 267 AC suites with balconies •• 5 restaurants, 2 bars, swim-up bar •• 3 outdoor infinity pools in 1, kids pool
•• Spa Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, fitness centre, sauna, Jacuzzi •• Pilates, yoga, meditation, salsa dancing •• Beach & pool activities, bike tours, water aerobics
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•• 6 restaurants •• 24 hour room service •• Body Rock fitness centre
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Dreams Villlamagna Nuevo Vallarta Nuevo Vallarta 2222
•• Preferred Partner •• All-inclusive option •• Hacienda-like, AAA Four Diamond luxury resort nestled on oceanfront enclave in Nuevo Vallarta •• 250 AC villas •• 2 restaurants, 2 bars, pizza bar, swim-up bar •• 24hr room service •• 2 level outdoor free-form pool, spa tubs •• Tatewari Spa, fitness centre •• Golf & water sports nearby •• Kids club
•• Preferred Partner •• Unlimited-Luxury® •• AAA Four Diamond exquisite resort on gorgeous Banderas Bay •• 229 AC suites with private Jacuzzis •• 6 restaurants, 5 bars, sushi bar •• 3 outdoor pools, Jacuzzi •• Dreams Spa by Pevonia ($), fitness centre •• Water sports, PADI diving centre •• Explorer’s Club for kids •• Complimentary greens fees
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•• Timeless beach retreat in remote Punta Mita offers unrivaled hospitality •• Ranked #1 Hotel on 2014 Traveller’s Choice of Trip Advisor- TOP 25 Hotels in the World •• 120 AC rooms & suites •• Butler service, 24hr room service •• 5 restaurants •• 3 Infinity pools, pool butlers •• Remède Spa, fitness centre •• 2 Jack Nicklaus golf courses •• Tennis centre, kids club
•• Preferred Partner •• Charming beachside resort overlooking Banderas Bay with Mediterranean-style architecture & wide range of amenities •• 275 AC suites with balconies •• 4 restaurants, 2 lounge bars •• Concierge, 24hr room service •• Outdoor pool, jetted tub •• European-style Tatwari Spa, fitness centre •• Water sports, recreation •• Nightly live entertainment
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Occidental Grand Nuevo Vallarta Nuevo Vallarta
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•• All-inclusive •• Laid-back, charming resort on Bay of Banderas beach •• 274 AC rooms & suites •• Exclusive Royal Club •• 4 restaurants, 4 bars •• 2 outdoor pools including 1 new adults-only. Pool concierge •• Fitness centre, tennis, kids club •• Non-motorized water sports including kayaking, water polo & more •• Daily activities, golf nearby
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GUADALAJARA Said to possess the true soul of Mexico, is the birthplace of such cultural gems as tequila, mariachi music, and many popular Mexican dishes. Guadalajara is Mexico’s second largest city, and growing fast thanks to its booming industrial economy. Despite the onrush of modernity, the city still embodies the unhurried pace and gentility of Old Mexico. You can experience this in traditions that are deeply ingrained in Mexico’s national identity: tequila; mariachi music; and charrería, a display of Mexican cowboy and rodeo culture.
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Guadalajara experiences •• Stroll the Plaza Tapatia, a mile-long pedestrian walkway lined with museums, handsome colonial buildings, churches, and outdoor cafés. •• Head to Plaza de los Mariachis for traditional local cuisine accompanied by live mariachi music!
Old times There’s also a wealth of stunning architectural wonders to explore, including: • The Renaissance-style Metropolitan Cathedral and the neoclassical-style Teatro Degollado • The Baroque-style Government Palace in the Historic District • The modern, mirrored Torre Chapultepec high-rise tower • The modern houses known as Casa Cristo and Casa González Luna (both designed by city native Luis Barragán).
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Go gourmet Discover traditional local dishes such as birria, a savory stew made of roast chilies, spices, and goat or beef; tortas ahogadas, white bread rolls with shredded fried meat, dipped in a spicy tomato sauce; and jericalla, a cross between flan and crème brûlée.
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•• Visit a tequila distillery and discover the variations of tequila and how it’s grown and cultivated. •• Catch the charros, or Mexican cowboys, in thrilling rodeo action at the Lienzo Charro de Jalisco. •• Find the best bargains on leather goods and traditional arts and crafts at the 30-block-long El Baratillo, one of the world’s largest flea markets. •• Cool off with a paloma, a local specialty that mixes tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda.
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City Tour & Tlaquepague
4 Hours Enjoy a panoramic tour of Guadalajara’s Minerva Fountain, Arches, University of Guadalajara, and gothic Expiatory Church. Visit magnificent colonial buildings such as the cathedral and its town squares, Government Palace, Degollado Theatre, Tapatía Plaza, and Cabañas Institute. Your last stop will be Tlaquepaque, an artisan village of colonial mansions converted into shops. Ask your travel consultant about additional tours to Tlaquepaque and Tonalá.
4 Hours Your tour begins with an evening drive through the main streets and avenues of Guadalajara, including its famous Europeaninfluenced “Nine Corners.” Enjoy a threecourse Mexican dinner with full entertainment, and enjoy a live mariachi band and dynamic folkloric dances.
Huachimontones Archaeological Site Tour
5 Hours Travel to Teuchitlán to view the ancient ruins of Guachimontones on this illuminating and educational tour. Explore the site’s circular monumental pyramids, and catch a glimpse of the remains of mining operations, agricultural fields, and ball courts dating back thousands of years.
Mexican Markets
Romantic Evening in Guadalajara
Tequila Tour
Tour of Old Guadalajara
Tour to Lake Chapala & Ajijic
Village of Zapopan Shrine & Oblatos Canyon Tour
4 Hours Begin your tour by visiting the town of Tonalá, where you can watch artisans in their workshops, and visit the famous Ken Edwards store and gallery. Continue on to the Corona Market, where an incredible variety of colourful flowers can be found, and learn about the different flavours of Mexican cuisine in the market’s food section.
4 Hours Journey back to Guadalajara’s founding on this enlightening tour of its historic neighborhoods, ancient convents, magnificent churches, and interesting cemeteries. Learn the history, legends, and traditions of the city at sites including the Santa Monica Church and San Felipe Neri, the House of the Dogs, the Museum of the City, the Sanctuary of Guadalupe, the Belén Cemetery, the ancient Civil Hospital, and the Analco Indian area. 118
“Fiesta Night” in Guadalajara
4 Hours Your tour begins in downtown Guadalajara’s Liberation Square for “The Lowering of the Flag,” a 20-minute military ceremony in which the national flag is lowered from its pole and stored away for the night in the Government Palace. Take a pleasant guided stroll through Plaza Tapatía, admiring the beauty of its colonial buildings, and enjoy a romantic three-course dinner. After dinner, walk the illuminated streets before returning to your hotel.
5 Hours Visit Mexico’s largest lake, as well as the villages of Chapala and Ajijic, with its famous textiles and romantic atmosphere. You will also visit Chula Vista and San Juan Cosalá, where you can observe the hot water springs. Optional lunch in one of the best restaurants in Ajijic can be added.
5 Hours Begin your tour with a scenic drive past bluegreen patches of the agave plant, which blend to make Mexico’s national drink – tequila. Upon arrival to the city of Tequila, visit historic downtown, the Sauza Family museum, and a replica of an ancient tequila factory. Continue with a visit to a working distillery to observe the entire tequila making process, learn to distinguish its different types, and enjoy a tasting of each.
4 Hours Visit the ancient Indian village of Zapopan, home to the venerated “Our Lady of Zapopan.” Credited for a number of miracles, the image has been awarded the region’s highest military honors. Next door, visit the colourful Museum of the Huichol Art, celebrating the bead and embroidery work of the indigenous Huicholes. The tour concludes with a drive to scenic Oblatos Canyon.
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GUADALAJARA 1. Fiesta Americana Grand Guadalajara 2. Fiesta Inn Guadalajara Hotel 3. Presidente InterContinental Guadalajara 1 2
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GUADALAJARA HOTELS Presidente InterContinental Guadalajara
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•• Contemporary reflective glass tower in heart of Guadalajara boasts avant-garde architecture •• 423 AC rooms & suites •• Restaurant, Tequila Collection Bar •• 24hr room service •• Concierge •• Outdoor heated pool •• Recreational activities •• El Chante® Day Spa, 24hr fitness centre •• Business centre
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•• Conveniently located AAA Four Diamond high-rise hotel in charming & historic downtown Guadalajara •• 391 AC rooms & suites •• Restaurant, coffee shop, lobby bar •• Outdoor pool •• Spa, fitness centre •• Lighted tennis courts •• Children’s program •• Meetings space •• Recreational activities nearby
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•• Perfectly positioned hotel near Guadalajara’s entertainment & historic attractions •• 158 AC rooms & suites •• Restaurant, lobby •• Outdoor pool •• Fitness centre •• Gift shop •• Business centre •• Complimentary high-speed Internet
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MÉRIDA You’ll find the essence of Mexico – lively modern culture, colonial history, and rich native heritage – in Mérida, an unforgettable vacation destination.
Mérida experiences •• Linger for hours in the flower-filled Plaza de Mayor, all whitewashed houses and lively marketplaces.
Mérida’s mix of ancient and modern makes it one of the most attractive cities in Mexico, thriving with industry from aerospace to health care, while still boasting one of the largest central historic districts in North America. Numerous colonial buildings have been restored, dovetailing nicely with a cultural renaissance that’s drawing more and more vacationers to this home of almost one million people. Treasure hunt Head to the Centro Histórico to explore a long list of treasures: • The Cathedral of San Ildefonso, the oldest cathedral on the continent • Plaza Grande, the city’s best people-watching spot • Santa Lucía Park, where old-time dancers cha-cha-cha to live music • Casa Montejo, built by the Yucatán’s conquistador in the 1540s.
•• Cut loose with spirited celebrations such as street concerts, theatrical productions, folk dancing, and live musical performances at the Plaza de la Independence. •• Indulge in Mexican flavours infused with European and Middle Eastern ingredients in dishes like pavo en escabeche (spice-rubbed turkey). •• Shop the popular Lucas de Gálvez Mercado for pottery, guayaberas (traditional dress shirts), and straw bags. •• For a taste of Paris, take a stroll along Paseo Montejo, a boulevard lined with mansions, palaces, and quaint shops. •• Soak up the warm rays on Puerto Progreso’s white talcum-soft sands, only 20 minutes away.
Restaurant confidential Dive into a flourishing restaurant scene to sample classic Yucatecan cuisine such as sopa de lima (chicken-tortilla soup) and poc chuc (grilled pork marinated in orange juice).
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City Tour, Tasting & Gastronomy Tour
Magnificent Yucatan
The Mérida City Tour
Puuc Route & Loltun with Lunch
Sotutua De Peón Living Hacienda
Tour to Celestun Biosphere Reserve
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Uxmal & Kabah with Lunch
8 Hours The tour begins visiting the colonial city of Mérida, founded in 1542 and the oldest city on the Yucatán Peninsula. The major points of interest include the Cathedral – the first in North America – Casa Montejo, and the Government Palace. Lunch is included.
8 Hours Discover the archaeological sites of Sayil and Labná, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, on this eight-hour tour. At Sayil, see the magnificent Great Palace, El Mirador temple pyramid, and ball court. At Labná, marvel at the stunning Gateway structure. Continue to Loltún and walk the magnificent path of geological formations that once served as refuge of the early pre-classic Mayans. Lunch is included.
8 Hours Visit world-famous Chichén Itzá, one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. This guided tour includes a visit to the Kukulkán pyramid, by far the most famous and extraordinary of all the buildings, the ball court (the biggest in ancient America), various majestic temples, and platforms used for sacrifices. Tours concluding with a drop-off in Cancun are also available.
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5 Days / 4 Nights Explore the Yucatán on this whirlwind fiveday, four-night regional tour. Upon arrival in Mérida, enjoy a city tour, a liquor tasting, and Yucatecan gastronomy program. You will have the chance to explore the archaeological sites of Uxmal and Kabah, as well as visit the Sotuta de Peón living hacienda. Private transportation, three lunches, a trained guide, and entrance to all tours are included.
4 Hours Lose yourself in the past for a day with a visit to the Sotuta de Peón living hacienda. Tour the main house, the machine room, the museum, and Mayan house. Conclude with a ride in the former “railroad system” of the hacienda – a horse-pulled wagon – to the hacienda’s underground river, where you will have free time to swim. Lunch is included.
8 Hours This fascinating tour starts at Izamal, home to the second largest convent in the world, followed by Valladolid, founded on top of the ruins of an ancient Mayan site, where you will visit the Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral of San Gervasio, and the Franciscan monastery of San Bernardino de Siena. Finish with a stop at the Dzitnup natural well and cave, one of the most beautiful in the Yucatán.
2 Hours Your tour will begin downtown, visiting Mérida’s main square, governor’s palace, history chamber, Montejo house, and San Ildefonso Cathedral. At the end of Paseo Montejo, see the motherland monument and the modern residential zone of the city, the Itzimna quarter, the Perez Ponce Avenue, the Justo Sierra statue, the Cupules avenue, the Parque de las Americas, and Colón Avenue.
6 Hours Enjoy a scenic boat ride through the lagoons of the Celestun Biosphere Reserve on this educational tour. Observe ancient mangroves, some of which can reach heights of up to 85 feet, as well as over 300 species of birds including pink flamingos. After your boat tour, enjoy free time to stroll around the small fishing town of Celestun.
8 Hours Immerse in the cultural heritage of Uxmal and Kabah with this enlightening tour that takes you inside the remarkable world of these archeological sites. Discover two important buildings at this small site that reflect Puuc architectural style, the acropolis and the impressive Codz Pop Palace which is covered by masks of the Mayan rain god “Chac”. You’ll then enjoy a delightful lunch at a local restaurant near Uxmal.
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MÉRIDA HOTELS La Hacienda Xcanatun Mérida
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•• Historic rural boutique hotel set in 18th-century hacienda reflects timeless elegance •• 18 AC suites •• Stone House Restaurant Hacienda •• Xcanatun, 2 bars, poolside bar •• 2 Outdoor pools, children’s pool •• Spa, steam room •• Live music •• Water sports & golf nearby •• Wedding services
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Presidente InterContinental Mérida Mérida
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MEXICO CITY Bustling, exotic, historic, and thoroughly modern, Mexico City is a cosmopolitan kaleidoscope that surpasses expectations. In Mexico City, modern and ancient worlds collide in a striking juxtaposition of skyscrapers standing beside Aztec ruins interspersed with colonial architecture unfolding along broad boulevards and graceful plazas. This fascinating setting reflects the 3,000 years of unbroken history that make this city an ever-evolving modern metropolis as well as a living museum. It’s also one of the largest cities in the world, the oldest capital in the Western Hemisphere, and the cultural, political, and economic centre of Mexico. Hot spots Get acquainted with the city’s trendiest neighborhoods, including: • Zona Rosa, home to US expats and a growing gay and lesbian community • La Condesa, known for its tree-lined streets, popular shops, and restaurants • Santa Fe, centre of a thriving restaurant and nightlife scene • Polanco, hub of high fashion, chic boutiques, restaurants, and after-dark excitement.
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Singular sights Stroll the path of history, beginning at the Zócalo, the main square; to the nearby Metropolitan Cathedral; and to the National Palace, lined with striking murals by Diego Rivera. Mexico City experiences •• Spend an afternoon with the kids in 1,600-acre Chapultepec Park, including the zoo and amusement park. •• Explore the Templo Mayor – a pre-Hispanic ruin set amid busy streets and modern skyscrapers. •• Try on some traditional Mexican clothing at the Mercado de Artesanías de la Ciudadela in the Centro Histórico. •• View the famous works of perhaps the country’s greatest artist at Museo Mural Diego Rivera. •• Check out the modern architecture, including the 1968 Olympic Stadium, on the University of Mexico campus. •• Sip a refreshing cerveza (or two) at a sidewalk café in the chic La Condesa neighborhood.
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Cuernavaca & Taxco
Mexico City Tour & Museum
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Puebla & Cholula
Pyramids & Shrine of Guadalupe
Xochimilco & University City
11 Hours This tour begins in Cuernavaca, known as the “City of Eternal Spring.” Take a scenic drive to Taxco, one of the prettiest towns in Mexico, with its winding cobblestone streets, tile-roofed buildings, cozy squares, and Old World ambiance. Visit one of Mexico’s grandest churches, Santa Prisca, to admire its ornate Baroque architecture and gold leaf ornamentation. You will also visit the marketplace and the famous silversmith shops.
10 Hours Visit the pre-Columbian archeological site at Cholula, home of the Great Pyramid of Tepanapa, the world’s largest man-made monument. Continue to the city of Puebla and visit its cathedral, which has Mexico’s tallest bell tower and is noted for its marble floors, rich gold leaf interior, and spectacular main altar. Then, head to the El Parián Handicrafts Market, explore the Church of Santo Domingo’s Rosary Chapel, and visit a Talavera ceramics factory.
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7 Hours See the colonial art treasures of the Metropolitan Cathedral, the largest church in all of Latin America, as well as the National Palace, one of the oldest government seats in the world. Lastly, visit the vast National Museum of Anthropology, and see thousands of artifacts including burial tombs, giant Olmec stone heads, the famous Azteca Calendar Stone, and a reconstructed Mayan temple.
8 Hours This full-day tour will take you to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the most visited religious site in Latin America, as well as the impressive archeological site at Teotihuacan. There, climb the magnificent Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon, and see the Butterflies Temple, the Avenue of the Dead, and the Temple of Quetzalcoatl.
3 Hours This is a show not to be missed! Come see the dancers in their fabulous costumes in the Palace of Fine Arts or at the Hidalgo Theatre, performing one of the most important and representative ballets of Mexico’s tradition. Excellent seats are always guaranteed.
7 Hours Drift in flat-bottomed boats through the lovely floating gardens of Xochimilco and take in the once-enormous agrarian canal system that fed the Aztec capital. You will also visit the National University, which was founded in 1550 and contains an outdoor gallery of mural art and sculptures.
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MEXICO CITY HOTELS St. Regis Mexico City Mexico City
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•• Iconic, regal hotel overlooking Plaza de la Reforma, offers unrivaled hospitality, exquisitely appointed accommodations •• 189 AC rooms & suites •• St. Regis Butler service •• 2 restaurants, 3 bars •• 24hr private dining •• 30ft indoor pool on 15th floor •• Remède Spa, fitness centre •• Access to tennis club nearby •• Kids club
Hilton Mexico City Mexico Citya
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Presidente InterContinental Mexico City
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•• C ontemporary meets sophistication at this AAA Four Diamond high-rise hotel in Mexico City’s Polanco district near Chapultepec Park •• 661 AC rooms •• 7 restaurants, bar •• Concierge, 24hr room service •• Hela Spa, 24hr fitness centre •• Live entertainment •• Gift shop •• Meeting facilities
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