CommuniQuest Incentive Travel Digest - Year 11 Vol. 1, 214

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Visionary, Founder and Seller of Dreams: Jose Manuel GARCIA, CDS jmgarcia@ividmc.travel CEO: Leticia GARCIA

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New openings in the luxury of the Baja; Zoëtry Casa Del Mar, Villa La Valencia Beach Resort & Spa and more.

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Puerto Vallarta is rolling out stellar new properties on the new north side of its renowned paradise.

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The Mexican Caribbean showcasing a plethora of new properties in Tulum, Playa and its prominent Playa Mujeres grounds.

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A WORD FROM OUR FOUNDER. Dear reader, 2021 has taught us plenty about ourselves, our resilience but most importantly the love for travel. With a blend of paradisiacal destinations not only in Latin America but the world, more now than ever we have been longing for experiences in nature and all its splendor. 2022 is no

of group outings in our spectacular destinations in Mexico and Latin America. We guaranteed complete satisfaction and over deliverance in our services and experiences. Our passionate GREAT”!

Sincerely,

José-Manuel GARCÍA, CDS Visionary, Dreams Visionary, Founder Founder and and Seller DreamofSeller

COMPANY PROFILE •

IVI DMC and the BLUE BEES. (Our new hallmark nickname) “We make YOU look GREAT”

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Since 1986 and also to the dedication of an extraordinary team of duly certified associates, partners, and suppliers, we have integrated an exemplary company of professionals all of them with a high spirit of service, honesty, and loyalty, where to date we have reached more than 8,501 testimonials of events achieving, and extraordinary reputation within this yet amazing industry.

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Did you know that the difference between a good DMC and another is their HI GHLY RECOGNIZED BRAND, MANY YEARS OF PROVEN EXPERIENCE AND CREATIVITY OUT OF THE BOX?

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At IVI DMC we highlight our ability to bring all imaginative ideas to life, from the formal to the absurd and from the artistic to the comic.

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Our corporate image has changed, and with an amazing comparison between the world of bees so essential to the life of the planet, and where also the “IVI DMC & the BLUE BEES” are so essential in the service industry.

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iVi DMC works with international hygiene, health, safety and protection protocols through its OWN ISO9001 quality system model and world-class performance, from the formal to the absurd and from the artistic to the comic”.

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Our company commitment is to always perform with our 10 world-class CORE VALUES, where everything is done with: • Love and Passion • Communication • Respect • Tailor-Made Proactivity • Discipline & Dedication • State-of-the Art Creativity • Knowledge • Honesty & Integrity • Safety & Security • Cost-Value Same as: SUCCESSFUL DESTINATION MANAGEMENT.

Hello world! Happy New Year, and welcome to our favorite section of CommuniQuest, “Flying Along with the I-Bee Squad”, where we share with you everything going on during the month. and we want you to be a part of each amazing story. Are you ready? Let’s jump right in!

For starters, our team had the pleasure of meeting Samantha Hess, Account Director at Wellington Experience, an Augeo Company. She was here to tour all of the upcoming properties in Riviera Maya—we are grateful for her visit and outstanding relationship. Just like Samantha, we look forward to making YOU look GREAT!

Check out the full video!

Exclusive events Priceless memories

Flying along with the I-Bee Squad

Later in the month, we shared a video about our BEE Essential Educational Trip at Los Cabos, we are grateful for every hotel and resort that was part of this spectacular event, as well as all our destination vendors and partners. We are glad to partner with tination, working day and night to make our clients look GREAT!

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Making YOU look GREAT every step of the way!

Finally, to celebrate the end of 2021, we made a video where we wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. We love making these kinds of videos so that you can get to know each one of us a little bit better! We hope you enjoy it…

And that’s it for this edition of Flying Along with the I-Bee Squad. We're very happy to begin this

Watch the full video here!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Most Anticipated New Hotels in LATAM Opening in 2022 Los Cabos

Mexican Caribbean

Corazon Cabo Resort from Noble House Hotels & Resorts 310 suites Opening January 2022

Paradisus Playa Mujeres 498 Suites Opening Spring 2022

Four Seasons - 2nd stage 80 suites Opening Mid 2022

Waldorf Astoria Cancun 173 rooms Opening July 2022 Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen 485 Suites Opening February 2022

Villa La Valencia from The Villa Group Beach Resorts & Spas 100 suites Opening in 2022

Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya 349 rooms Opening January 2022

Vidanta Cabo del Este 800 rooms Opening in 2022

Hilton Tulum All-Inclusive Resort 735 rooms Opening June 2022

Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit

Dominican Republic

Susurros del Corazón - Riviera Nayarit from Auberge Resorts 59 suites Opening early 2022

Iberostar Santo Domingo 131 Rooms Opening Fall 2022

Ritz-Carlton Reserve - Costa Canuva CIP, North of the Riviera Nayarit 110 rooms Opening in 2022 Rosewood Mandarina - north of the Riviera Nayarit 130 rooms Opening Mid 2022

New expansions: Hotel Casa De Campo Adding 90 Junior suites Summer 2022

Noteworthy developments: Kathmandu Theme Park by Melia Hotels International and Falcon’s Beyond Global Opening Fall 2022

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Zoëtry Casa Del Mar This resort recently reopened its 57-rooms, adding one more option to the luxury travel industry in the destination. Most of its rooms are suites and additionally it has 4 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and bars, a gym and large outdoor common areas. This resort underwent renovations since it began its operation in 2015 without belonging to any brand and this year Zoëtry from AMR Collection took over its lead operations and transformed into a luxury concept.

Los Cabos Luxury of the Baja

Villa La Valencia Beach Resort & Spa Los Cabos by Villa Group This resort holds 308 rooms with the latest in technology and an ambiance of harmony and peace—designed to be one of the finest luxury hotels in Mexico. Villa La Valencia has an expansive lazy river and many other amenities that make it unique among other hotels.

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With the launch of the resort, Cabo will now have a new resort for vacations that combine blissful relaxation with exciting adventures.

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A showpiece of contemporary design on Mexico’s Baja

Four Season Los Cabos at Costa Palmas

Four Seasons will expand its Mexican portfolio with a new project in Los Cabos that includes 80 exclusive beachfront residences and access to a private golf club. This project will be inaugurated in 2022, which will house 80 properties in 40 private residences located in Costa Palma.

Vidanta Cabos Del Este Nestled in a beachfront location in Caboo called Playa Zacatitos, with incredible beach views, stunning sunrises all year round, this resort is perfect for relaxing from the daily hustle and bustle—perfectly secluded.

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ELEGANT BAJA SOUL Corazon Cabo Resort The opening of the new Corazón Cabo Resort Spa of Noble House Hotels Resorts brand is expected for 2022 in Los Cabos. This will be a property with 187 rooms and an entertainment terrace that will be the tallest in the entire destination with a spectacular 360° view.

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Auténtico Vertical Los Cabos This resort will have 6 levels and 60 suites of 2 categories which will be dedicated to a vacation full of leisure and fun. Additionally, it will have 2 panoramic pools, a palapa bar, sports bar, campfire area, gym, boutique, tattoo studio, and its popular Keller Day Club.

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Chable Sea of Cortez Resort Chablé is a rising line of ultra-luxury spas and resorts that have already earned multiple awards. Their winning formula is that architectural designs take full advantage of their surroundings to achieve an experience that would not work in any other place. Sordo Madaleno Arquitectos (SMA) was approached to bring this hotel concept to the desert landscape of Baja California Sur, in a beach-front property just North of La Paz in Northern Mexico. Vast biological reserves make it an important destination for eco-tourism and its proximity to the US has accelerated development in recent years.

The 64,912 sqm. of desert landscape offer an experience unlike any other and contains a pristine beach set between two hills that overlook the ocean. It showcases a perfect blend of beach access, elevated ocean views, and direct access to the main road south to La Paz. It encompasses 64,912 sqm.

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Spaces created to feel wellness through the senses Of the 50 units designed, each of the spaces will be divided into 120-sqm standard rooms, 409-sqm double villas, and its 500-sqm Royal Villa. It will also house a Spa and other amenities like restaurants, an events area, and a boutique. This design, along with back-of-house, wellness villas, and brand residences, totals 15,767 sqm.

PUERTO VALLARTA & RIVIERA NAYARIT

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New terminal at PVR Airport Puerto Vallarta’s International Airport will receive a new investment which will be aimed towards the construction of new a runway, platform, taxiways, roads, parking lots, towers, among other facilities to optimize its growing operations. This will also provide greater comfort to the visiting passengers of this popular airport.

Taking into consideration the comfort of passengers as well as their travel experience, the Passenger Inspection Point and the Sanitary Modules have recently been renovated. The investment that will change the airport will be the construction of Terminal 2, since the surface area and passenger control lines are expected to double, there will be 50 percent more telescopic aisles and checked baggage control systems. All this gives passengers more space and provides them with a more enjoyable experience upon their visit.

This year, of the total number of passengers served at the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, 30 percent are national and 70 percent international. From January to October, there were 3.1 million passengers, which means a recovery of 76 percent compared to the 4 million passengers in 2019, prior to the pandemic.

The airport has connections to 40 destinations, 11 domestic and 29 international. The destinations with the highest passenger traffic are Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Tijuana, Denver, Monterrey, Panama, and Calgary.

Experience the best life can offer Three extraordinary new properties North of the Riviera Nayarit In 2022, world-class resorts will take residence North of Riviera Nayarit. Auberge Resorts Collection will open its 59-suite Susurros del Corazon, additionally, Costa Canuva, the emerging premium community will house a Fairmont and a Ritz-Carlton.

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Garza Blanca Resort & Spa Cancun This resort began its smooth opening phase in late 2021, but it will now host its grand opening in February 2022.

This luxurious all-inclusive resort is remarkable as it boasts a range of room options ideal for big families, including oceanfront suites with up to four bedrooms and up to 5,000 square feet of space. This property also has three huge pools, including an adults-only pool with a hammock relaxation area.

The first two phases of Garza Blanca Cancun feature 162 suites where guests can choose between luxury with its junior, one- and two-bedroom suites, and an elevated luxury option with its three-bedroom oceanfront, or three and four-bedroom penthouse lofts. Each comfort-laden suite has a bright, contemporary vibe with bespoke furnishings and elegant details throughout. Every suite features a spacious terrace and the majority offer panoramic ocean views thanks to the brilliant horseshoe design.

Upon completion, the resort will offer a total of 452 luxury suites. Guests staying in every suite category will be spoiled with personalized service and be assigned a butler, who will welcome them at check-in and be available to provide concierge services.

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Tulum All-Inclusive Resort The first will open in January of 2022 while Hilton expected to open in June 2022. The Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya will offer 349 oceanfront rooms and suites along the white sand and clear waters of Riviera Maya, along the white sand and clear waters of Riviera Maya, Mexico.

This upscale resort will feature 11 unique culilinary restaurants, several pools, and a luxury spa with nary restaurants, several pools, and a luxury spa with treatments for individuals and couples. treatments for individuals and couples. dering the 444-room Vallarta, has two), seven The property will offerHilton five pools (incredible, considering restaurants and bars, along with a Chef’s Table dining the 444-room Hilton Vallarta, has two), seven restaurants experience.

Hilton Resort with and bars, along withTulum a ChefAll-Inclusive ’s Table dining experience.

735-room will feature seven dining venues, a pool area Hilton Tulum All-Inclusive Resort with 735-room will with a waterpark, and beach access. feature seven dining venues, a pool area with a waterpark, and beach access.

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Nestled in a secluded bay, the all-inclusive resort in Tulum overlooks white sands and blue waters with a luxury spa, nine pools, 13 restaurants and bars, a private beach, or a family zone. Less than 30 minutes from underwater caves, amusement parks, and Tulum city center, and less than two hours from Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve.

The Conrad Tulum and the Hilton Tulum All-Inclusive Resort will feature some shared facilities, with guests at each property having access to a 21,500-plus-square-foot spa with 16 treatment rooms and a pool as well as a 55,000-square-foot convention center and a 400-guest auditorium.

Waldorf-Astoria Cancun Currently set to open in the spring of 2022, Waldorf-Astoria Cancun will feature 173 rooms and suites, all of which will come with private plunge pools and stunning ocean views.

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Public areas appear airy and bright, while guest rooms look large, beautifully designed.

The Ritz Carlton Reserve

Exquisite dining experiences await with five restaurants and bars that offer an array of local flavors, fresh seafood, and the tastiest cocktails served in a stylish lounge or poolside in addition to its 24-hour room service.

This resort will also offer state-of-the-art fitness facilities, a large swimming pool, private cabanas, and six on-site restaurants featuring fine local cuisine. A luxurious spa will also offer the perfect place for guests to unwind.

Paradisus Playa Mujeres Expected to open in spring 2022 this luxurious all-inclusive hotel will have 498 rooms, all with stunning views of the ocean and the marina, under a tropical and contemporary atmosphere, honoring the local environment and cultural heritage of the region, and seeking to make a positive contribution to the lives of the area.

All this makes Paradisus Playa Mujeres the ideal destination to capture the spectacular new vision of the brand Paradisus by Meliá.

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Come for the accommodation, stay for the amenities.

Inspired by Mexican design and architecture, this luxury all-inclusive resort boasts modern rooms, each providing stunning views of the tropical gardens, luxurious private marina or the beautiful beaches that highlight the natural beauty of the destination. Mexican design and architecture inspire every room in this all-inclusive, luxury resort. Each promises stunning views of lush tropical gardens, the magnificent private marina or shimmering, white-sand beaches, highlighting this glorious destination’s natural wonders.

Will feature breathtaking beaches, 5-star restaurants, exceptional accommodations and much more.

Secrets Moxché & Secrets Impression Moxché Playa del Carmen

Here stand luxurious adjoined all-suite resorts located on a strip of white sandy beach in the heart of Riviera Maya. Within Corasol, is a gated residential community with an 18-hole golf course designed by PGA-legend and member of the Hall of Fame, Nick Price, just five minutes away from Mayakoba’s 18-hole golf course designed by Greg Norman.

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A study carried out by The Travel Lab to identify the preferences of travelers once the situation is over, showed that 77.5% of respondents, out of a sample of 500, will take into account more factors than before to decide a brand or a destination to travel.

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The perfect place to stay a little longer Together, these heightened romantic resorts will offer a variety of upscale and contemporary amenities. Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen features 485 well-appointed rooms, including the Preferred Club and signature Unlimited-Luxury concept guests have come to know and expect, as well as upscale amenities.

Secrets Impression Moxché Playa del Carmen features a unique contemporary, rustic-chic design encompassing 198 stunning suites offering the highest-end services and amenities, with most suites offering incredible views of the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, with the island of Cozumel on its horizon.

In addition to the signature Unlimited-Luxury concept, all guests staying at Secrets Impression According to a survey of more than 3,000 global consumersMoxché Playa del Carmen will be by the Boston Consultinggranted free flow access to Secrets Group, some of the biosecurity measures against the vi-Moxché Playa del Carmen, inclurus will be the key criteria like Social distancing, sanitation ofding the Preferred Club areas. spaces, and corporate social responsibility.

Costa Rica the Guanacaste airport, Costa Rica. Also, from Zurich, Switzerland, representing the seventh source market for tourists from Europe prior to the start of the pandemic.

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Air Canada Air Transat Alaska Airlines American Airlines Copa Airlines Delta Airlines Edelweiss JetBlie Airlines KLM Royal Dutch Airlines SANSA Airlines Southwest Airlines Sun Country Airlines Sunwing Airlines TUI Fly United Airlines WestJet Airlines

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Costa Rica Entry Requirements: From Dec. 17, 2021 visitors vaccinated abroad (Costa Rican citizens or foreigners) who do not have a QR code will be able to verify their vaccination status using the physical card provided when mercial establishments which require proof of vaccination.

Complete the digital form called HEALTH PASS, available at hthours before arrival in the country. It can be accessed via updated browsers except for Internet Explorer. One form must be completed per person, including minors.

Travel Policy Tourists who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and individuals aged 18 and younger (even if unvaccinated) can enter the have been applied at least 14 days prior to arrival into Costa Rica.

• AstraZeneca: Covishield, Vaxzervia, AXD1222, ChAdOx1, ChAdOx1_nCoV19 India • Janssen: COVID-19 Vaccine Janssen, Johnson & Johnson y Ad26.COV2.S • Moderna: Spikevax, mRNA-1273 • • Sinovac: COVID-19 Vaccine (vero cell), Coronavac ™ • Sinopharm: SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine (vero cell), Inactivated (InCoV) • Covaxin: BBV152, Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine

that contain at least the following information will be accepted: • • • •

Name of the individual who received the vaccine Date of each dose administered Pharmaceutical site In the case of U.S. travelers, the “COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card” will be accepted.

MICE Sustainable Productivity

By James D. Feldman CSP, CITE, CPIM, CPT, CPC, MIP, PCS There is a plethora of “best practices” to accomplish the MICE journey to bright ideas, however, leaders are often puzzled as to how to tackle this work and where to begin. Experiential learning moves incentive travel creators from conversations about the topic to practical solutions.

For decades MICE organizations have struggled with creating a culture of sustainable productivity.

How do you tie strategy, vision, mission, goals, metrics, and employees all together to create a culture that thrives? How do you deliver an exceptional experience for the winners?

Most organizations have put all their eggs in one of these baskets; however, the answer lies in integrating them all. Our goal should be to create something sustainable long after we leave. It must be woven into the fabric of the organization.

It requires a “cultural shift” transformation. So, let’s talk about the RECIPE for success and how each ingredient integrates with the others to form a well-baked, highly productive, sustainable organization.

MICE Servant Leadership The first ingredient is usually assumed and taken for granted but is essential to a healthy organization.

I call it “Servant” Leadership. Servant leadership is a leadership philosophy in which the primary goal of the leader is to serve. This is different from traditional leadership, where the leader’s primary focus is the thriving of their company or organization. Organizations that embrace servant leadership operate with the client, customer, and employees’ needs in mind. They recognize that serving their “constituents” develops loyalty and trust that ultimately creates positive vibes and an environment of success.

MICE Vision Every employee must have a clear understanding of where the organization is headed. Without a Vision, the people perish. Establish a clear, precise vision that is the “north star.” I often ask organizations if your 5-year idea was across the room and you walked into it, what would it look or feel like? Develop a vision without regard to any restraints. What would you like the organization to look like five years from now ultimately?

MICE Mission Most MICE organizations have mission statements. However, they cover an entire page, and often most employees do not know what it is. The mission statement is the call to action. It tells the organization what it is committed to doing. For instance, “Using our portfolio of brands to differentiate our content, services, and consumer products, we seek to develop the most creative, innovative and profitable entertainment experiences and related products in the world.” – Walt Disney. The mission statement is the most critical piece of information that each employee should be given. I encourage organizations to put it on the back of their business cards, open each meeting with the mission statement, and include it in email signatures.

MICE SWOT Analysis The one area where many organizations fail is understanding their Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. Organizations need to do an open and honest assessment of what’s working and what needs improvement. Success is when organizations leverage their strengths, address weaknesses, seize opportunities and mitigate any threats.

MCE Strategic Priorities Based on the assessment of the organization’s results, the vision, and the mission of the organization, strategic priorities should reflect the top areas that need to be addressed. Usually, 5 to 6 strategic priorities enable the organization to achieve its mission. These priorities provide the marching orders for all departments to collaborate and serve as a check and balance on where budget and resources should be applied.

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MICE Performance Management Scorecards Measuring success is critical! I often tell organizations that you must be willing to get on a scale if you want to lose weight. Organizations must be ready to measure their performance based on data. Balanced Scorecards of Key Performance Indicators tell you if what you are doing is working. It also highlights areas of concern and allows organizations to act quickly.

MICE High-Performance Teams Lastly, an essential component of any organization is its people. Many organizations take for granted the need to engage employees. Statistics show that organizations thrive when employees are engaged.

Also, employees who are engaged perform better. So how do we engage employees and get them committed to the organization’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities? I recommend High-Performance Teams. The standard definition of a high-performance team is a group of people who share a shared vision, goals, and metrics and challenge and hold each other accountable to drive results. They have a clear picture of where they are headed and what they want to accomplish.

I encourage MICE organizations to build teams that work on goals that tie to the strategic priorities.

Create “Stat” Cross-Department and Cross-Functional teams that use data to analyze processes, review metrics, and propose solutions. Crews could use the principles of Lean Six Sigma to reduce waste, make processes lean, and drive a culture of continuous process improvement. Best practices for developing these teams include ensuring cross-discipline representation, using data to define problems and solutions, leaving titles at the door, and relentless follow-up and accountability.

So, there you have the MICE recipe: Servant Leadership, Vision, Mission, SWOT Analysis, Strategic Priorities, Performance Scorecards, and High-Performance Teams. The integration of these ingredients will drive sustainable and, lastly, productivity and a culture of continuous process improvement to en-

About the Author: James is the NOWIST™ He helps identify what can be done NOW to discover new opportunities using existing resources.

He has 40+ years of marketing experience. He and his organizations have worked with hundreds of companies trying to grow their business, increase profits, and discover opportunities using existing resources.

Performance improvement from your Guests requires a new approach to problem-solving. Jim and his TEAM have a proven success record that will benefit your Hospitality organization. He is an international speaker, business coach, and transformational advisor. Author of 13 books and over 1,000 presentations his clients call him The Bright Idea Guy. For more information: http://jfa.tips/MyBooks http://jfa.tips/MyYouTube http://jfa.tips/MyBizcard http://jfa.tips/Links

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Essential Travel Tips

Make sure you use sunscreen every day Whether you’re traveling to Mexico, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, or another Latin American country for vacation, you’ll be exposed to the sun a lot more than usual. You might think that wearing sunscreen wouldn’t be necessary for those weather conditions but think again.

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