SLS Playa Mujeres is the first all-inclusive resort in the SLS portfolio AmaWaterways Celebrates Travel Advisor Appreciation With Incentives and Rewards Bowman’s Travel Brief: Avoid Newark Airport Mastering the Art of Group Travel Bookings Fiesta Americana Travelty Celebrates Travel Advisors The Top 24 Most Powerful Travel Agencies of 2024 The Strategic Art of Pre-Planning Luxury Vacations: A Perspective for Travel Advisors The Mexican Caribbean is celebrating Cinco de Mayo in the heart of New York City this year with a unique pop-up event in Times Square Travelers and residents heading through Times Square can visit the Cinco de Mayo celebrations from 10:30 a.m Dignitaries from Mexico will also be present who is the Municipal President of the Benito Juárez City Council The installation will remain available in Times Square for a limited time The event and installation were created in collaboration with the Municipal Government of Cancún the Mexican Consulate in New York and Cancún’s Consular Liaison Office Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the win of a historical battle against the French in the mid-1800s It is now celebrated in Mexico and in the United States as a day to celebrate Mexican culture and heritage For the latest travel news, updates and deals, subscribe to the daily TravelPulse newsletter Lacey Pfalz is Associate Editor at TravelPulse She's a passionate advocate of responsible travel and believes the best travel experiences happen outside of a planned itinerary She can be reached at lpfalz@ntmllc.com A Michigan family is grieving after the body of a promising young artist from Saginaw was pulled from the Caribbean Sea on Wednesday a 20-year-old student at the College of Creative Studies in Detroit He was swimming with three lifelong friends when one of them started struggling against the current and called out for help Gonzalez immediately swam over and helped save the girl's life but in the process he was overpowered by a wave and pulled further out to sea It was the last time he would be seen alive "He always put everyone else before himself," said his mother though they are taking some solace that the agonizing three-day search far from home is over "We're surrounded by family and friends who have just showed us so much love and support," Renee said "The local community here in Saginaw has been amazing and I'm at so much more at peace than I was three days ago." lacked passports and couldn't travel to Cancun as the search unfolded they had family there who kept them abreast of the effort and who are now in communication with the U.S The family is completing paperwork and hopes to have Alejandro's remains back to the United States sometime next week Alejandro was a budding artist who graduated three years ago from the Saginaw Arts & Sciences Academy He was just wrapping up his junior year at the College of Creative Studies in Detroit Renee said her son had a wide breadth of interests in the art world "He had mostly done painting and sketching but going to college he was able to really branch out and he had taken a liking to fabric art," she said noting he was studying the delicate art of lacemaking this year In 2023, he painted a utility box at the corner of Hess and Williamson in his hometown The feline-centric piece was part of the Great Mural Project a city-sponsored initiative that aims to beautify the city and make art more accessible He was musically inclined as well and had performed with the worship team at his church in Saginaw and was learning to play a hand-me-down accordion Just last week he bought a new instrument he wanted to learn: a harp A GoFundMe effort has been established to support the Gonzalez family A GoFundMe spokesperson verified the validity of the account Thursday As of Friday night it had generated about $11,300 of a $15,000 goal A benefit spaghetti dinner has also been planned for Friday at Miles Market in Saginaw Alejandro's family said he was "a joy to know and to hear his laugh is worth telling an unfunny joke as is his friendly mood and exciting disposition." @max_detroitnews Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application the son of Matt and Renee (Perro) Gonzalez He graduated from Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy (SASA) in 2022 He was currently studying at the College of Creative Studies in Detroit His love of art started with painting in his early years and developed into a love for fiber arts and textiles in college Alejandro often used art as a way to explore who he was and who he was becoming He created many self portraits in various mediums over the years He loved to create art in his day to day life creating fabulous latte art at all the coffee shops where he worked He showed his appreciation for other artists by encouraging local artists to display their work wherever they could He loved to listen to music of all genres and from various eras He’d recently started a collection of vinyl records and CDs His love of music wasn’t confined to listening and used the skills he learned there to play keyboard at Saginaw Wesleyan Church as part of the praise team The only thing he loved more than art and music was his friends and family He cared deeply about those who made an impact in his life He maintained a strong relationship with friends from High school (some from elementary school even) though college and life separated them geographically Alejandro was taken from this world too early Alejandro is survived and will be missed by many Isaac Gonzalez and Evalynn Gonzalez; his grandparents Friends may visit with the family from 5:00 p.m A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m where friends may visit with the family from 3:00 p.m Robert Tibbits will officiate the service.  Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a donation n Alejandro's name to the art department at SASA Please share your thoughts and memories of Alejandro at the visitation and service, or by visiting www.casefuneralhome.com Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors authorities along Mexico’s Riviera Maya are bracing for a record-breaking influx of the messy seaweed this summer Sargassum blooms have been coming ashore earlier than normal this year, and Esteban Amaro, director of the Quintana Roo Sargassum Monitoring System, said the forecast for 2025 is worrisome “We are expecting more intense and more frequent arrivals along the entire coast,” he said Amaro said satellite images indicate the accumulation of sargassum this summer will be greater than the region has seen in three years and we will easily surpass that figure this year,” he said The brown seaweed known as sargassum is naturally beneficial to marine ecosystems in the open ocean coral and human health when large quantities reach the coast sargassum gives off a foul smell similar to rotten eggs Sargassum accumulation along the Riviera Maya typically peaks during the summer months from April or May to August, but can persist into November. Last year, Quintana Roo did not declare sargassum season over until Nov. 14 Increasing quantities of the seaweed have been washing ashore since 2011 posing a challenge to authorities as they work to keep the beaches clean and safe for tourism In late March, officials along Mexico’s Caribbean coast reported an increase in sargassum compared to last year The popular tourist destination of Tulum collected 50% more seaweed in January and February compared to the same period last year according to the Federal Maritime Terrestrial Zone (Zofemat) The state’s Ecology and Environment Ministry said that a total of 10,236 metric tons of sargassum had been collected in the coastal areas of Playa del Carmen Quintana Roo Gov. Mara Lezama recognized the official start of sargassum season on April 15 outlining her administration’s containment plans and saying that keeping beaches clean is a shared responsibility saw approximately 9,500 meters of barriers installed off the state’s coasts at strategic locations to contain the algae and redirect it to collection points  Amaro said that while the barriers are a critical part of protecting Mexico’s beaches the possibility that climatic conditions prompt a massive influx of sargassum blooms requires authorities to redouble their efforts The Navy Ministry also implemented a monitoring phase designed to locate floating masses of sargassum that could impact beaches assigning 11 coastal sargassum harvesting vessels and 22 smaller vessels to the task With reports from 24 horas de Quintana Roo and Riviera Maya News ADVERTISE WITH MND COMMUNITY GUIDELINES Subscription FAQ's Privacy Policy Mexico News Daily - Property of Tavana LLC DETROIT – The remains of a College for Creative Studies student have been recovered in Cancun was swept away in the current after helping rescue a friend who had been caught in a wave off the Caribbean Sea His body was recovered Wednesday following a three-day search a student at Detroit’s prestigious College for Creative Studies was remembered by colleagues and friends as a passionate artist who actively worked to promote other artists in the community “He was always trying to recruit artists to show their work,” said Mia Gutch who worked with Gonzalez at Germack in Detroit’s Eastern Market where he served as a barista while pursuing his studies Gonzalez was with friends near the Caribbean Sea on Sunday when one member of the group became caught in a wave While successfully helping to rescue his friend “He always put everybody else’s happiness and feelings before his,” said Mila Djordjeciv The Saginaw Township native’s family received confirmation Wednesday that search teams had recovered his body “I just want it to be known that he moved down here And it’s been beautiful,” said Darcy Moran The College for Creative Studies is offering support services for students and staff affected by the loss The campus community has described a somber mood as news of Gonzalez’s death spreads Copyright 2025 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. 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Twenty-seven restaurants and bars led by award-winning chefs and mixologists and asked if he wanted to make it a Guys (of a Certain Age) Trip He was online booking flights before the call was over relaxing weekend hanging with an old friend and sampling curated cuisine from across the globe was just what I needed Ava promised an opulent and exclusive escape it also came with an unexpected twist: a steady stream of celebrities and influencers buzzing about the place threatening to derail my leisurely Zen getaway The first thing I notice about the Ava is how close it is to the airport Cancun’s Hotel Zone is usually a 30-minute drive from the airport and the resorts in Playa del Carmen and Riviera Maya are an hour I was rolling up to the door before most people had retrieved their luggage from baggage claim The grand lobby welcomes me with a blast of cool air and the possibility of a White Lotus-style adventure I drop my bag off in the tastefully decorated room (while quickly soaking in the killer ocean views from the balcony) and make my way down to The Cocktail Bar where Kevin is waiting A well-made margarita is in my hand faster than I can say, “Hey, is that JaRule?” Why would I say that, you ask? Well, because it was, in fact, JaRule walking past the bar inviting us all to a whiskey tasting he was hosting the next day. (His new whiskey brand JaRule—I’m trying to catch up with my friend here The bartender tells us that it’s going to be a celebrity-studded weekend at the resort culminating with a big Dia de Los Muertos-themed party where Joe Jonas will guest DJ even though I am admittedly not a Joe Jonas aficionado and that the younger women at the bar seem excited this weekend is not about gawking at celebs—it’s about me The dining options at the Ava are impressive Copal is led by Chef Lula Martín del Campo and I try her signature dish: the beef filet with ash and cotija cheese sauce which is both earthy and out of this world its savory aroma mingling nicely with the salt from my margarita Chef Lula’s goal at Copal is to honor the rich flavors and distinctive smoke that have always been part of Mexican cuisine Copal tacos are available all day at the taco stand outside—because nothing says luxury like a fistful of tacos on the go we head to a lively outdoor bar overlooking the ocean who sit at the end of the bar quietly enjoying a couple of Pacificos Swirling around us is a scene right out of a nature documentary about influencers in the wild A girl at the bar orders a martini just for the photo op Everyone looks to be at the party of a lifetime all the smiling faces suddenly reset back to neutral I’ve never felt more like an AARP member—and honestly Being the out of place  middle-aged guy at the end of the bar feels like a win here Mornings at all-inclusives are generally the domain of screaming kids doing cannonballs at the pool and zombified adults recovering from the previous night’s excesses My mornings at this particular all-inclusive Aroma—a quiet oasis where the cappuccinos are rich and the only sound is the occasional clink of a spoon against porcelain It’s the type of moment I never would have experienced in my 20s because all I was looking for was tequila and rowdy behavior I notice a lot of things now that I wouldn’t have back then like the fact that there’s actually a lot to do when you’re not sleeping the day away You can take advantage of the state-of-the-art fitness center and spa kayak or paddleboard in the 2.8-acre saltwater Ava Bay or even roll a few games at the on-site bowling alley My mission is to sit poolside with my friend and become one with the chill Mexican vibes So we find the adults-only pool on the far side of the resort I’m finally feeling the serenity I’ve been seeking what says vacation more than stretching out under the warm sun the scent of coconut sunscreen and chlorine in the air “How y’all doing today?” over the sound system followed by a distinctive thump-thump-thump Our relaxing afternoon is about to turn into a bacchanal of manufactured “fun” and head pounding EDM beats while I busy myself figuring out if I can order nachos from my seat that’s right—Nick Cannon is DJing our pool party today I don’t watch The Masked Singer or America’s Got Jugglers but I was pleasantly surprised when most of his set consisted of ’80s and ’90s bangers I’m transported back to the days of mixtapes But a little toe tappin’ and memory lane walkin’ never ruined a party  And thankfully One of the charms of travel is the opportunity to interact with people from all around the world And what better environment to do so than around the table in a teppanyaki restaurant like Ava’s Kita As the chef delights us with sleight-of-hand grill work and time-honored onion volcanos we get to chatting with the lovely Mexican couple sitting next to us and the challenges of parenthood and modern life south of the border Then heads start turning as a well-dressed blond and her crew enter, drawing the attention of our tablemates. They tell me it’s Julianne Hough from Dancing with the Stars. Suddenly, the conversation shifts from our lives to hers, and how she is at the resort this weekend promoting her dance and fitness platform, KINRGY “You should take one of her early morning classes while you’re here,” the wife says intimate dinner we were enjoying slipped away we head over to the Dia de Los Muertos-themed shindig which is done up like a Hollywood premiere: bright lights and scores of people jostling for position so they can catch a glimpse of someone famous make my way to the nearby tequila cart so I can catch a glimpse of some local reposado Kevin and I trade various versions of “Who is that?” and “Don’t know” as we sip and watch the flashbulb parade go by like being dropped into a foreign land where you don’t speak the language and trying to figure out what everyone is going on about “Isn’t that the girl from The Hangover movies?” I ask but I beam with pride at having finally recognized someone When we finally make it inside the Dia de Los Muertos party Gone is the aging curmudgeon focused on Gen Z foolishness I’m now fresh-faced and smiling at the epic transformation this ballroom has undergone—from boring builder’s beige to thumping nightclub on par with Vegas or Mexico City Dancers wearing skeleton make-up and elaborate hats (a staple of Day of the Dead celebrations known as Catrinas) weave through the crowd under a massive LED lightshow chandelier Giant skeleton puppets in festive garb boogie on the dancefloor as Joe Jonas mans the baseline from the stage old school 80s and 90s hits dominate the set making me feel like Joe is ignoring all these 20-somethings and playing just for me Not even the sad state of the dance floor can sour my mood everyone just stood there filming it on their phones But whatever—I’m not going to let these wayward kids ruin my final night fiesta After the music fades and some post-party tacos are had I find myself back on the balcony of my room winding down to the gentle rhythm of the ocean This place actually delivered everything it promised—luxury I could have done without all the celebrity hubbub but ultimately I got what I came here for: a chance to slow down and embrace the rare joy of doing absolutely nothing all-inclusives were about chasing the kind of fun that left you needing a vacation from your vacation It wasn’t about going hard; it was about letting go Maybe all-inclusives have grown up—or maybe I have Cancun in Mexico to host 2021’s world’s first physical/virtual hybrid summit The world’s leading Travel & Tourism event will take place on 23-25 March 2021 Latest leading hygiene and safety protocols will show how the world can get moving again UK: The first major conference in the ‘new normal’ of the COVID-19 world will take place in Cancun hosted by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector is once again hosting the most influential event in the Travel & Tourism calendar to help lead the sector into recovery and restore millions of jobs around the world The WTTC Global Summit will take place in a hybrid format observing all health and safety protocols.  delayed from Spring 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be held in the popular Mexican resort of Cancun in partnership with the Government of Quintana Roo The hybrid format will include invitations to the live event with restricted numbers and extensive outdoor sessions to ensure physical distancing.  Those unable to attend will be able to take part virtually with up to 20,000 online free registrations available enabling participants to listen to a range of specially invited international guest speakers headlining the event and engage in special breakout sessions World-leading hygiene and safety protocols will be in place throughout the Global Summit to ensure the health of every participant at the event guided by the very latest medical and scientific advice Previous Global Summits have attracted some of the biggest international speakers in the world including former US Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton and former President of the European Commission During a joint press conference in Mexico City Gloria Guevara President & CEO of WTTC and the Governor of Quintana Roo said that this innovative event will be conducted with responsibility and according to the ‘new normal’ and will become a platform for the recovery of the sector.  The Global Summit will take place at The Moon Palace Convention Centre President of Palace Resorts Group was also present at the press conference during which he thanked WTTC and the Government of Quintana Roo for their trust in holding this event at the Moon Palace.  The Palace Resorts Group holds the WTTC Safe Travels stamp and has been conducting the highest standards of hygiene and security since the beginning of the pandemic.  said: “Every aspect of the 20th WTTC Global Summit is being explored to ensure it complies with the world’s best available health and hygiene protocols to show with best practice how major conferences can be held safely and securely in the new normal of the COVID-19 world “WTTC wants the Global Summit to learn from the challenges of the pandemic to showcase how we can use this experience to adapt to COVID-19 and lead the global Travel & Tourism sector back to recovery and save millions of jobs - and thousands of business large and small - which have been thrown into turmoil since the beginning of the year “The stakes in the Travel & Tourism sector could not be higher so the WTTC platform provides an essential form for the very highest industry leaders and key government representatives to discuss and take action “We must use the Global Summit to establish a consensus on international cooperation and coordination to accelerate the recovery as well as public/private partnership and restore vital public confidence to travel safely once more The 2020 Global Summit will benefit and showcase not only Mexico Governor of Quintana Roo said: “The WTTC Global Summit in Cancun will be the place where we will discuss the future of tourism in the new world we will implement enhanced safety and hygiene protocols such as mask wearing all of which will enable us to host a safe large-scale event.  Cancun Airport operates more than 300 daily flights and the R rate remains below one.” WTTC which will announce its major new initiatives for 2021 during the Summit has been at the forefront of international efforts to save the Travel & Tourism sector which has been ruined by the impact of COVID-19 leaving tens of thousands of businesses hanging in the balance and threatening the jobs of nearly 200 million people employed in the sector globally Just last week WTTC offered to work closely with the new incoming US administration to recover international travel through a five-point list of top priorities the adoption of a comprehensive and cost-effective global standard testing regime at airports the re-opening of essential ‘air corridors’ to resume key international business travel routes and re-establishing relations with countries around the world to ensure each is ‘open for business’ Research from the 2019 WTTC Economic Impact Report revealed how Travel & Tourism was responsible for one in 10 jobs (330 million in total) making a 10.3% contribution to global GDP and generating one in four of all new jobs Stay tuned for details on our next global summit Visit the WTTC Research for data and insights on topics covering the economic impact of travel Tel: +44 (0) 207 481 8007 Email: [email protected] The body of Alejandro Gonzalez was found on Wednesday after he went swimming with friends on April 20 Gabrielle Rockson is a staff writer-reporter for PEOPLE She joined PEOPLE in 2023 and covers entertainment and human interest stories Delta continues to grow in the Texas capital with international service to Cancun and increased Orlando service this winter.  Delta’s presence at Austin-Bergstrom (AUS) continues to expand and this time the airline is going international international service from AUS to the sun-drenched shores of Cancun seasonal service will begin shortly before Christmas on Dec 20 and will run until mid-April 2026.  “Delta is the leading global network carrier at Austin-Bergstrom operating nearly 60 peak day departures this winter,” said Paul Baldoni Delta’s Senior Vice President of Network Planning "This new service to Cancun adds yet another popular leisure destination for our Austin customers.”  This flight will operate on Delta’s Airbus A320 aircraft equipped with First Class SkyMiles Members traveling onboard this aircraft will also have access to fast Together with seat back in-flight entertainment this aircraft is perfect customers who want to sit back and relax and enjoy 1,000+ hours of entertainment content Delta will also increase service between Austin and Orlando (MCO) to twice daily during the peak winter travel season This now offers Austin customers both morning and afternoon flight options.  Customers don’t have to wait until next winter to start enjoying Delta’s expansive network from Austin.  New twice daily service to New Orleans started on Thursday (February 27) and new daily nonstop service to Panama City Delta also recently announced new service to Jacksonville (JAX) Indianapolis (IND) and Memphis (MEM) beginning in May 2025 and San Francisco (SFO) and Tampa (TPA) beginning in June 2025.   Delta’s departures at AUS will be up more than 35% year-over-year This continued growth builds on Delta’s commitment to being the airline of choice for customers traveling to and from the Texas capital.   Two Delta Network Planning team members provide an inside look at some of the decisions that shape where and when customers can fly.  Customers in Austin also have the benefit of one of the network’s most popular Delta Sky Clubs the Club features unique Texas touches: a pewter rhinestone cowboy boot sculpture artwork with the iconic “Keep Austin Weird” slogan and a premium beverage menu that’s heavy on the tequilas and mezcals AUS Delta Sky Club has ranked highest in customer satisfaction for the Southern region.    Delta positioned Austin as a key gateway  to facilitate connections to its expansive network and with nonstop flights to all of Delta’s major hubs customers from the Austin region are just one connection or less away from destinations across the globe Through partnerships with KLM and Aeromexico Delta can offer customers nonstop service to Amsterdam (AMS) and Mexico City (MEX) multiple times throughout the week.   Learn more at delta.com.  NC State to Play in 2025 Cancun Challenge2/5/2025 12:09:00 PM | Women's Basketball Purdue to Play in 2025 Cancun Challenge2/5/2025 12:04:00 PM | Women's Basketball – The Purdue women's basketball team will take part in the 2025 Cancun Challenge at the Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya in Mexico on Nov The Boilermakers will play in the Yucatan Tournament flight in a grouping with NC State matchups and tip 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how to stretch your budget in Cancún and what you can expect to spend per day Self-catering apartment (including Airbnb): M$1000-2500 Cancún's costly peak travel season runs from December to April It comes with an even steeper price tag around Christmas During spring break – usually around March – hordes of college students descend on the megaresorts for wild fiestas in the beach clubs giving the city an overcrowded and boozy anything-goes vibe not to mention authentic eats that would have made Anthony Bourdain smile hit the downtown market stalls and moderately priced restaurants specializing in homestyle Yucatecan fare For regional classics such as panuchos (fried tortilla snacks) sopa de lima (Mexican lime soup) and cochinita pibil (slow-cooked pulled pork) you'll find dozens of informal cafes lining the aisles of Mercado 23 and Mercado 28 some downtown establishments feature a menú del día a ridiculously cheap three-course lunch that may or may not induce a food coma Come nighttime, wrap your fingers around the al pastor (spit-cooked marinated pork) tacos at Taquería Coapeñitos, or get some munchies at hotel zone hole-in-the-wall Surfin' Burrito Upon arrival at the Cancún International Airport, look for the red ADO buses that run frequently from the terminals to the downtown bus station They cost about a third of what the airport taxis charge but they don’t go to the hotel zone – you'll have to take an airport shuttle if you're staying on that side of town Many budget-conscious travelers like to stay in the hostels guesthouses and hotels clustered around downtown's Parque de las Palapas Tried-and-true faves include Nomads, a convivial hostel sporting a rooftop bar and pool, or Hotel Náder which has great low-season rates for its impeccably spacious rooms Lodging, food and transportation tend to cost less in the downtown area. Nevertheless, it's possible to find several reasonably priced digs in the hotel zone: Mayan Monkey and Hostel Natura put you within stumbling distance of the party zone but book ahead as rooms and dorm beds go fast In Cancún's outlying areas, you’ll find dozens of sublime jungle-set cenotes (sinkholes caverns and underground rivers) that are ideal for swimming depending on the activity and equipment needed The bulk of them are fairly budget-friendly considering that you can easily spend a half-day frolicking in otherworldly natural wonders Most hotels and restaurants will gladly accept US. but with the caveat that you probably won't get a great exchange rate Even cab drivers typically charge more when quoting fares in US dollars – whenever possible take into account that you may get hit with foreign transaction fees for ATM withdrawals and debit card purchases Some major credit cards have no transaction fees making them the smartest payment option if you want to save money Cancún's city buses cost a fraction of what you would pay for taxis plus you eliminate the hassle of having to negotiate overpriced cab fares R-2 and R-27 run about every 10 minutes between downtown and the hotel zone allowing you to zip back and forth with ease between the beaches and Cancún Centro R-1 stops at the ADO first-class bus station along downtown's main drag and then it follows a route through the L-shaped hotel zone a barrier island spanning about 24km (15 miles) Locals often get around Cancún and its surrounding areas in low-cost shared vans and it makes perfect sense once you see how convenient and relatively affordable they are To reach downtown's Isla Mujeres ferry terminal hail a "Puerto Juárez" colectivo from a stop across from the ADO bus station The vans depart from a parking lot in the ADO station but we're guessing that beach time sits high on your Cancún to-do list If you're traveling with children, hit the hotel zone's north-facing beaches, such as Playa Las Perlas and Playa Langosta swimmer-friendly waters feel more like a lake Alternatively, the beaches hugging the east shore, such as Playa Marlín and eco-friendly Playa Delfínes but the Caribbean Sea along the coastline is downright breathtaking For a cool stroll, walk about 1km (0.6 miles) north of Playa Marlín to the weathered remains of Yamil Lu'um, a small Maya structure known as the Scorpion's Temple. Used as a place of worship by maritime settlers from 1200 to 1550 CE, the ancient ruins stand in stark contrast to the backdrop of sleek hotels. Many hotels, apartments and guesthouses in Cancún come with full kitchens, allowing you to reduce travel expenses by self-catering. In some hotels, children can stay for free, while various attractions, long-distance buses and ferries provide discounted prices for kids. Family-run hotels often cut guests a deal for multiple-night stays or payments in cash. In the off-season, some of the large resorts run promos offering essentially high-end rooms at midrange rates. is set to have a new bridge over the Nichupté Lagoon that will connect the resort city to the hotel zone The Nichupté Vehicular Bridge, an infrastructure project being developed by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) is expected to benefit 1.3 million residents in Cancún by reducing travel times — up to 45 minutes for daily commuters — once completed — Mara Lezama (@MaraLezama) April 27, 2025 During a site tour on Saturday with President Claudia Sheinbaum and Quintana Roo Governor Mara Lezama head of SICT Jesús Antonio Esteva Medina said the bridge will be one of the longest bridges over a lagoon in Latin America With a total length of 11.2 kilometers, the bridge will connect Cancún’s hotel zone with Colosio Boulevard It will feature an 8.8-kilometer-long bridge each measuring 2.4 kilometers located on Luis Donaldo Colosio Boulevard and Kukulcán Boulevard The project will also include a bicycle lane The bridge will have a 14.9-meter-wide crown cross section with three traffic lanes: one in each direction and one reversible lane which will be adjusted according to traffic demand It will be equipped with a state-of-the-art Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) to provide greater safety for residents and visitors during extreme weather SICT said it will serve as an alternative evacuation route for the tourist area in case of a natural disaster which will cross the mangrove area at the Nichupté Lagoon is a sustainable project that represents the Ministry’s largest environmental restoration program with 306 hectares of mangrove reforestation The region is a Protected Natural Area and (ANP) natural area of the broader Nichupté Lagoon System which plays a crucial role in sustaining the ecological dynamics of the lagoon and the reefs that make up the Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park all part of the Mesoamerican Reef System (MAR) OKC Will Rogers International Airport will soon add its first international flight in a "generation" with a nonstop flight to Mexico The flight will fly direct to the Caribbean Sea border city weekly from Nov Mayor David Holt said that adding the first international flight out of Oklahoma City is a historic moment for the city “This milestone is a testament to our city’s renaissance as well as a reflection of our willingness to invest in ourselves This would not have been possible without the vision of our airport leadership to construct the necessary facilities and their persistence in marketing this opportunity to the carriers as well as American Airlines," Holt said in a news release and we appreciate their support of OKC and our community We are nearing completion of our customs facility which will allow this new international service to become a reality This type of new international nonstop service elevates OKC to a new level and offers our travelers another quality-of-life improvement," Airports Director Jeff Mulder said in a news release are threatened by the arrival of a massive amount of sargassum leading up to Easter The local city council said it will present a contingency plan for Holy Week — which begins Sunday — in collaboration with the state Government and the Naval Ministry (Semar) to address the problem “We’ll present the contingency plan in case of a significant arrival [of seaweed],” Municipal Public Services Director José Antonio de la Torre Chambé said “We’ve already established schedules for sargassum response Sargassum is a brown seaweed that floats on the open ocean it can be harmful when large quantities reach the shores as it decomposes and produces hydrogen sulfide a gas that smells like rotten eggs and may cause respiratory issues In the Riviera Maya, sargassum season usually lasts from May to November, although it varies each year. In 2024, the season officially ended on Nov. 14. De la Torre said that sargassum collection has increased in recent weeks due to strong winds from the south, which have carried the algae to shores. In the last few days alone, he said 80 cubic meters of sargassum have been removed, mainly from Playa Delfines, one of Mexico’s most visited beaches. Playa del Carmen has also been affected by sargassum The buildup has impacted at least 60 maritime service providers at El Recodo Beach in Playa del Carmen further complicating port closures for smaller vessels due to wind gusts of up to 40 kilometers per hour The Regional Harbor Master’s Office has suspended nautical and recreational activities in Puerto Juárez These climatic conditions have led to cancellations in the tourism industry with estimated economic losses of US $300,000 per day affecting everything from ticket sales for tours and other services to clients’ and employees’ ability to access businesses located in locations like Isla Mujeres Municipal workers of Playa del Carmen have removed sargassum, using heavy machinery and other tools to keep the beaches clean before the Easter holidays. 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Go to Home PageSubscribeAdvertiser disclosureSearch The Points Guy sea and sand with access and affordability Often considered the Las Vegas of Mexico this economic juggernaut is known for its hedonistic pursuits megamalls and behemoth resorts that line the commercialized strip of the Hotel Zone the modern city has plenty to offer travelers looking to be within striking distance of spectacular archaeological ruins dazzling marine life and idyllic coastal enclaves Beyond Cancun's glorious natural assets and diversity of experiences this tourist mecca draws millions of travelers each year thanks to its dizzying range of accommodation offerings across the budget spectrum From romantic island getaways to swanky palatial retreats and family-friendly resorts here are some of TPG's best all-inclusive resorts in Cancun The winner of the Best New All-Inclusive Points Hotel for the 2024 TPG Awards An All-Inclusive Resort is the first-ever branded Marriott all-inclusive property located about halfway down Cancun's Hotel Zone an abundance of entertainment options and delicious food this property impressed TPG right off the bat Combining an upscale ambience with relaxed vibes the property is a great fit for multigenerational groups guests can choose from standard 423-square-foot resort view rooms all the way up to the 2,067-square-foot presidential suite There's no shortage of dining options Cuisine types range from an open-air Mexican restaurant (Casa Madre) to American-style burgers (Mo's Burgers & Shakes) to Japanese teppanyaki (Ono Teppanyaki) so there should be something that suits every traveler's taste a robust water park and direct beach access mean that water activities abound and the main pool even features its own whirlpool and a swim-up bar The smaller adults-only pool is infinity style with beautiful beach views and its very own swim-up bar Rates at Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort start at $436 or 52,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night One of TPG's favorite family-friendly resorts, this 715-key Hilton property, which debuted in 2021, is a fine example of the new wave of all-inclusive resorts Far removed from the hustle and bustle of Cancun — it's an eight-minute drive through mangrove forests to access the property after leaving the main road — this excellent value Hilton shares over 100 acres of secluded real estate with its more exclusive sibling, the Waldorf Astoria Cancun Standard rooms start at just over 400 square feet and have a warm but minimalist design ethos with wooden accents and decorative nods to Mexican culture Spacious bathrooms have double vanities and large walk-in showers with frosted-glass doors and all rooms have either a furnished balcony or patio with stylish public spaces designed to maximize spectacular Caribbean views and attractive grounds anchored by two large infinity pools Ten restaurants and bars add plenty of culinary variety and there's gourmet a la carte dining in addition to the standard buffet fare Related: Great for families: A review of the stunning Hilton Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort If you are not soaking up some sun on a plush sun lounger on the lightly populated white sand beach there are plenty of activities to satisfy competitive types as well as theatrical performances and live music Grown-ups can indulge in a spa treatment or work off the fruity cocktails at the fitness center while younger guests can visit the kids club for arts and crafts There's also a teen zone for those between 13 and 17 with gaming consoles and sports tournaments Rates at the Hilton Cancun an All-Inclusive Resort start at $450 or 130,000 Hilton Honors points per night One of Hyatt's ever-expanding all-inclusive offerings this new Impression imprint is the brand's most exclusive iteration and a great choice for uninitiated couples keen to dip their toes into the all-inclusive concept Located on a picturesque stretch of white sand on the southern (and more desirable) end of Isla Mujeres the swanky resort is great for couples looking for a low-key alternative to Cancun's lively and commercialized Hotel Zone you'll be greeted with a hand towel and welcome drink before being whisked away on a private catamaran for the 30-minute journey to the gleaming Mediterranean-style resort where beautifully designed public spaces set a tone of refined elegance with spacious accommodations decorated in soothing neutral shades and appointed with sleek furnishings and luxe bathrooms with rainfall showers you can expect upgrades like a furnished terrace with a hot tub and larger walk-in closets The highly praised cuisine ranges from Mediterranean at Spezia to Japanese at Sake and sunset cocktails at The Top bar There's plenty to inspire romance with overwater torch-lit cabanas private sailing excursions and inventive cocktails served on the rooftop terrace with stunning panoramas A beautifully designed infinity pool blends seamlessly with the calm turquoise waters below you can take a dip in the ocean via the hotel's four-story waterslide Rates at Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets start at $1,200 or 50,000 World of Hyatt points per night for two guests The latest from Hyatt's all-inclusive collection — and its ever-expanding footprint in Mexico — Secrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres debuted in February 2024 as the 13th adults-only Secrets property in Mexico A world apart from Cancun's commercialized Hotel Zone located on a sweep of pristine white sand around a 50-minute drive from Cancun International Airport (CUN) the 507-key property is surrounded by upscale properties For travelers looking to day trip to car-free Isla Mujeres the ferry terminal at Punta Sam is also just a short drive away Tastefully appointed suites start at 581 square feet and feature hardwood furnishings and artfully layered textures and fabrics in shades of white and cream accented with locally inspired prints and motifs with double vanities and decadent free-standing tubs Round-the-clock entertainment is provided for every mood and moment Active types can play beach and pool volleyball or hit the state-of-the-art gym foodies can hone their culinary skills with a cooking class and sybarites can head to the Secrets Spa by Pevonia for a Mayan-inspired massage or body treatment And there's plenty of opportunity to simply relax Sip a tequila-laced cocktail on the white sand beach and take in classic Caribbean views cushioned lounger beside the two infinity pools or cenote-inspired pool nestled among leafy foliage A range of cuisine will satisfy longer-stay guests with nine on-site restaurants (including buffet and a la carte) traditional Mexican at El Patio and refined French cuisine at Bordeaux With Hyatt's Unlimited-Luxury inclusions everything from gourmet cuisine and 24-hour room service to sundries and libations from the minibar are included in the rate Rates at Secrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres start from $328.50 per night between a mangrove forest and the powdery sands of Playa Mujeres modern suites and residences feature wooden bedframes flat-screen TVs and a crisp white-and-beige color palette accented with foliage-print cushions where junior suites start at 588 square feet and have furnished terraces complete with hammocks and steps down into one of the hotel's six pools One-bedroom suites are 1,276 square feet and have full kitchens (with Nespresso machines refrigerators and dishwashers) and separate sitting areas Hiroshi (Japanese) and Dao (Chinese) are the hotel's fine dining venues There are also a rooftop cocktail bar and a raw seafood bar on the beach The hotel's newly debuted Gourmet Hall (exclusive to hotel guests) features an additional five specialty kitchens serving everything from traditional Mexican to Asian street food Families can enjoy six heated infinity pools and a designated zero-entry kids pool There are also a kids club and a daily program of activities for children and adults with 16 "purification cabins" and a hydrotherapy spa Rates at Garza Blanca start from $300 per person Located around 11 miles north of Cancun's Hotel Zone Costa Mujeres is a more secluded enclave where a string of all-inclusive resorts front a gorgeous (and much quieter) white sand beach The hip TRS Coral Hotel, part of Wyndham's luxury Registry Collection imprint combines a fashionable designer aesthetic (which may surprise frequent guests of Wyndham properties) with superb amenities and a liberal dose of exclusivity Discerning couples who are looking to stay active and entertained all day and all night before retreating to their stylish accommodations will find a lot to love at this resort range from loft suites with Caribbean views to the honeymoon-favored swim-up rooms and generously proportioned suites with private Jacuzzis Rooms across all categories come with butler service Even standard rooms have plenty of urban flair with midcentury modern-inspired furnishings glass-walled terraces with tropical garden or ocean views and spalike bathrooms featuring double vanities luxe marble rainfall showers and freestanding hydromassage bathtubs For couples who aren't overwhelmed by choice the property's "Infinite Indulgence" concept includes access to services and facilities at the resort's three hotels; that's over 30 restaurants and bars the Chic Cabaret & Restaurant (reservation fee applies) and inspired daily programming that spans everything from pole dancing workouts and paddleboarding to tequila tastings and poker nights daily wellness programming and a full-service spa a major selling point for tennis players here is the Rafa Nadal Tennis Center which draws sun-seeking amateurs and pros year-round to its eight tennis courts and Rafa Nadal Museum Xperience Rates at TRS Coral Hotel start at $491 per night On secluded white sand shores 19 miles north of CUN this 593-key boutique hotel (part of Preferred Hotels & Resorts) is located within a gated condo complex that's surrounded by an 18-hole golf course an array of nonmotorized sports and a daily lineup of activities and shows including fitness classes and nightly entertainment There are five room categories from which to choose all with a similar aesthetic and designated butler service freestanding tubs and Molton Brown toiletries Atelier's 15 restaurants focus primarily on authentic Mexican and Mediterranean cuisine while 12 bars tout their innovative mixology with an extensive menu of handcrafted cocktails The hotel's marquee dining venue is María Dolores (included with your all-inclusive room rate who earned his stripes at Sud 777 in Mexico City Praised as one of Cancun's best restaurants it specializes in artfully presented nouvelle Mexican cuisine served against a sophisticated backdrop of colossal marble pillars crisp white tablecloths and elegant white booths there's contemporary Asian fare at the minimalist Takeshi pizza and pasta at Cilento and healthy Mediterranean cuisine at the whimsically decorated Cala di Luna Rates at Atelier Playa Mujeres start at $472 per night At the epicenter of Cancun's tourist zone this popular all-inclusive Ziva resort is the fun family-friendly counterpart to Hyatt's adults-only Zilara brand Flexible room configurations and a slew of family-oriented amenities a newer adults-only Turquoize Tower — with upgrades like private infinity pools and hot tubs — is perfect for romantic couples looking to sequester themselves in their own beach haven The 547 rooms and suites won't win any design awards Even standard rooms are equipped with such tech-forward amenities as Bluetooth speakers and charging stations as well as high-end bathrooms with rainfall showers Guest rooms in the 17-floor Club Tower come with Hyatt Ziva Club access perks such as private check-in and checkout Guests looking for more grown-up fun can indulge at the oceanfront spa with a signature massage or holistic body treatment or recline poolside on a cushioned chaise lounge and make occasional forays to one of the lively swim-up bars for a Don Julio-spiked margarita; the liquor and wine selection here is above average for an all-inclusive there are complimentary paddleboards and kayaks to explore the coastline and scour for marine life Hyatt Ziva Cancun's all-day buffet; Pasteles a dessert parlor; a microbrewery; and roaming food carts for that very small window of the day when there's not a full-service restaurant open there's plenty of culinary variety for all ages and tastes Rates at Hyatt Ziva Cancun start at $760 or 50,000 World of Hyatt points per night Located close to the Hotel Zone's buzzing shopping (it's across the street from La Isla shopping mall) and dining scene this modern 371-key property is a lively staging post for younger couples looking for an entertainment-rich vacation with an array of surprising in-room perks (for this price point) Recently renovated standard rooms are compact (they start at 353 square feet) compared to the competitor set but are bright and crisp with shiny tiled floors streamlined furnishings and an unfussy aesthetic The lack of elbow room is offset by enhancements like aromatherapy and pillow menus Molton Brown bath amenities and 400-thread-count sheets The hotel's expansive amenities include eight oceanfront swimming pools which offers an extensive menu of reasonably priced treatments and massages Daily programming marries wellness activities like yoga with fun-in-the-sun classics such as beach volleyball and more bacchanalian pursuits as the night unfolds Dining options include nouvelle Mexican fare at Siete Mediterranean food at Azur and Italian classics at Varenna Rates at Live Aqua Beach Resort start at $490 per night A sophisticated retreat just a short drive from CUN Le Blanc Spa Resort stands out for contemporary accommodations impeccable service and next-level perks and amenities Elegant rooms with one king or two queen beds dressed in crisp white linens are appointed with light wooden furnishings and muted tones create a soothing ambience But these rooms shine in their surfeit of luxe amenities Guests are also welcomed with a bottle of Robert Mondavi wine and there are thoughtful rituals like nightly petit fours left by the bed during turndown service Whether it's relaxing on the manicured white sand beach lounging by the Sol pool with a signature cocktail in hand keeping up your fitness routine at the state-of-the-art gym taking a sunrise yoga class or enjoying a Mayan-inspired ritual at the spa La Blanc is one of those properties that adeptly marries wellness and indulgence Lumiere is the one you shouldn't miss Helmed by renowned local chef Justina Zavaleta it serves French haute cuisine in an elegant setting Savor appetizers such as scallop tartare with seaweed and ginger emulsion or heartier signature dishes like lamb rack with fermented eggplant puree or beef cheek with truffled potato and wild mushrooms Rates at Le Blanc Spa Resort start at $859 per room A 30-minute drive north of Cancun on Playa Mujeres this adults-only all-inclusive resort overlooks a pristine swathe of white sand and impresses with stylish rooms that offer a variety of configurations and enhancements for guests looking to splurge on extra wow factor expect spacious and tastefully appointed accommodations that start at 800 square feet and come with private furnished terraces hardwood canopy beds dressed in luxe linens and marble bathrooms stocked with Bulgari toiletries upgrade to the two-story rooftop terrace suite with a plunge pool a sumptuous spalike bathroom and extra perks like a pillow menu A true world-unto-itself resort experience guests here will find endless opportunities to relax There are seven palm-fringed swimming pools a Greg Norman-designed golf course and an extensive menu of indulgent massages and treatments at the lavish Miile spa Guests here rave about the hotel's impeccable service and fine dining options with 11 restaurants serving everything from piquant Thai and classic Italian to simply grilled seafood and inventive takes on Mexican staples Rates at Excellence Playa Mujeres start at $500 per night For travelers looking for oceanside convenience and comfort — as well as nonstop entertainment — in the heart of Cancun's Hotel Zone this 497-key Secrets (Hyatt's adults-only all-inclusive resort brand) is a great choice While some guests may find the rooms rather bland and generic high-thread-count linens accented with blue throw cushions where spacious rooms (over 1,300 square feet in the Ocean Front Master Suites) include larger living spaces a designated swimming pool and a lounge area with drinks and bites Nine restaurants (five are a la carte) allow for sufficient culinary variety and a diversity of setting for guests staying a week or more: Olio specializes in inventive Mediterranean cuisine with a seafood focus; Nebbiolo Ristorante offers classic Italian staples in an elegant dining room or alfresco; and classic Peruvian fare is served along with laid-back beach vibes at Sea Salt Grill There are three infinity pools surrounded by loungers and cabanas (an extra fee applies) and active types can explore the coastline on a paddleboard or kayak sign up for a dance class or play pool volleyball while sybarites can indulge in such treatments as an Aromatherapy Salt Glow at the Spa by Pevonia Rates at Secrets The Vine Cancun start from $242.50 or 25,000 World of Hyatt points per night One of a few Marriott hotel options available to Bonvoy loyalists in Cancun the high-end Hideaway at Royalton Riviera Cancun is an adults-only Autograph Collection property that's part of the Royalton Riviera Cancun resort Spacious accommodations offer plenty of style and substance personalized beach bags and signature "Dreambeds" dressed in high-thread-count linens The resort also features daily programming 10 restaurants and 16 bars (including access to the adults-only Dorado) a massive fitness center and the Royal Spa which offers a mix of treatments like massages and facials Upgrade to the Diamond Club for more lavish rooms and access to a private swimming pool an exclusive beach area and a raft of perks like pillow menus and premium liquor selections Rates at Hideaway at Royalton Riviera Cancun start at $320 or 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night for two guests Moon Palace Cancun has a whopping 2,000 guest rooms divided between two distinct sections Nizuc tends to draw families with younger children thanks to its flexible room configurations (including family suites with connecting bedrooms) and an expansive pool complex with a waterslide The Sunrise section is where you'll find the resort's Noir nightclub including one with a surf simulator and arcade games at the Wired Lounge with dark wooden furnishings and whirlpool tubs positioned in the bedroom area it's worth splashing out on a fancier suite like the superior junior suite golf course view In addition to the multiple pools with swim-up bars there are dozens of bars and restaurants to choose from serving everything from cantina-style Mexican to pan-Asian and gourmet burgers at La Burgueria There's also a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course and a full-service spa with over 30 treatment rooms Rates at Moon Palace Cancun start at around $537 per night, based on double occupancy. The Points Guy believes that credit cards can transform lives helping you leverage everyday spending for cash back or travel experiences that might otherwise be out of reach That’s why we publish a variety of editorial content and card comparisons: to help you find a great card to turn your goals into reality Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Edited byKim Peiffer Offering all the luxuries of a memorable vacation—without the stress of unforeseen expenses—I sought out the best all-inclusive resorts in Cancun for a tropical getaway drinks and activities all rolled up into one rate guests know exactly what they’re getting with no surprise charges at the end of the trip In the age of sneaky fees and other hidden costs Overhead view of exterior of Excellence Playa Mujeres. Sol pool at Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun. The lobby at Hilton Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort. Beachfront view of Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun. Takeshi restaurant at Atelier Playa Mujeres. Temple Bar & Lounge at Impression Isla Mujeres By Secrets. Exterior of Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort. Cabana at SLS Playa Mujeres' adults-only pool area Rafa Nadal Tennis Center at TRS Coral Hotel Located right off the beach in Cancun’s northern Costa Mujeres adults-only sister hotel to Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa guests who stay here get all of the benefits of a more exclusive adults-oriented property with access to many of the facilities next door The resort is a particularly great choice for active travelers as it offers a wide range of complimentary fitness classes ranging from yoga and pilates to weight training as well as the unique Rafa Nadal Tennis Center which features eight tennis courts as well as coaching using Nadal’s very own techniques the Zentropia Spa & Wellness Center is one of the largest in Cancun a dry sauna and sensation showers that make splurging for a day pass worth it The Forbes Vetted travel team has researched, written and published dozens of hotel guides featuring cities across the globe My name is Astrid Taran and I’m the senior travel editor at Forbes Vetted I have covered travel for almost a full decade as both a writer and editor Along with extensively writing about hotels and airlines I have also written multiple destination guides as well as long-form features on luxury travel I have visited Cancun numerous times thanks to its great beaches and convenient location just a short flight from my home base of New York City and I have stayed at several properties on this list We selected the top contenders based on personal stays as well as extensive research there’s no shortage of all-inclusive resorts to choose from The following properties have recently opened in 2024 and early 2025; while we haven’t tried all of them out ourselves yet they are worth considering if you’re looking for additional resort options Many all-inclusive resorts in Cancun offer similar base amenities including unlimited food and drink each property provides a unique experience Here’s what to consider as you’re perusing your options A majority of resorts are located in the Hotel Zone which stretches nearly 14 miles along the Caribbean coastline While the Hotel Zone offers unmatched convenience it’s also the most popular spot for tourists Playa Mujeres is a short drive in the northern part of Cancun The number of people you’re traveling with should also factor into your decision If you’re going on a romantic getaway with a significant other adults-only resort will likely fit the bill consider a larger resort with plenty of dining options and areas catered to both adults and children Some travelers prioritize relaxation while on vacation choosing to spend a majority of their time lounging at the beach or pool Others look forward to exhilarating water sports Spend some time researching the activity options each resort offers to find a spot that caters to your party’s interests and activity level you’re able to see exactly how much you’ll be spending up front some resorts offer add-on experiences—everything from spa treatments to off-site excursions—for an additional cost Make sure to review everything that’s included in the all-inclusive rate so you can budget for add-ons if you wish While Cancun is mostly a year-round destination the best month to visit Cancun is the shoulder season: mid-October and November The rainy season will have just ended and the humidity has lessened Average daily temperatures are 84 degrees Fahrenheit The crowds have not started arriving for the holiday season but will certainly be more crowded (especially during traditional spring break.) an all-inclusive resort can definitely be worth it mainly because it helps remove the stress from planning a vacation You know exactly how much you’re paying upfront beach access and entertainment built into the all-inclusive price which means you can spend less time tallying up each individual expense and more time unplugging and relaxing if you’re the type of traveler who likes to branch out and explore while on vacation it may not be worth it to pay for an all-inclusive resort Each Cancun resort differs slightly in what it offers in its all-inclusive price you can expect that price to cover the rate of your room Some resorts go above and beyond by offering additional activities at no extra cost spa treatments and offsite excursions can be added onto your package for an additional fee but if you want to leave something extra for outstanding service but it’s a hassle for employees to exchange it for the local currency AUSTIN, Texas — Delta Air Lines will add new seasonal flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cancun The daily flights will operate through mid-April 2026 using Airbus A320 aircraft, the airline announced Friday. ALSO | Delta to launch five new nonstop routes from Austin in 2025 "Delta is the leading global network carrier at Austin-Bergstrom operating nearly 60 peak day departures this winter," said Paul Baldoni Delta's senior vice president of network planning The Atlanta-based carrier is also increasing service between Austin and Orlando to twice daily during the winter travel season offering both morning and afternoon flight options Delta recently launched twice-daily service to New Orleans and plans to add flights to Panama City, Florida in March. The airline has also announced new routes to Jacksonville San Francisco and Tampa starting in spring 2025 Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting ! The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. 2025ShareThis Cancún Resort Helped Get Me Out of My Comfort Zone and Face My Fear of FailureThis 5-star resort in Cancún is great for all-inclusive travel Read our editor's full Ava Resort Cancún review here Photo: W+G Creative/AVA Resort CancunPublished Jan 17 If I’m not immediately good at something new I’ve started and quit so many activities—ballet horseback riding—and told myself it was because I’m a person who simply gets bored too easily I suspect this attitude has something to do with “being a pleasure to have in class” all throughout school; I got good grades Failure just wasn’t something I was accustomed to Rest assured, I’ve been working on adjusting this rigid way of thinking (shout out to my therapist), and when I was invited to stay at Ava Resort Cancún in Mexico for their grand opening I knew I’d be angry with myself if I didn’t take advantage of some new-to-me activities they had to offer sitting by the pool all day is lovely—and impossible to fail at—but I wanted to put my therapy skills to the test My goal: Try things I’ve never done before and truly be okay with not being perfect on the first go Ava Resort Cancún is an all-inclusive, five-star resort that recently opened in October 2024. It’s located in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico, right on the Caribbean Sea and only a 10-minute drive from Cancún International Airport An Ava shuttle was waiting for me at the airport when I landed but any guest can arrange transportation services through the resort with prices starting at $600 USD at the time of publishing: I was in an oceanfront king room for four nights it was honestly exactly what I would expect for $600 a night—better than any Hilton or Marriott I’ve stayed in The private terrace overlooking the Caribbean Sea really sealed the deal for me Even if you were to spend the whole day lounging in bed (which I certainly did not) thanks to the massive sliding glass door to the terrace where you can still see the beach (LOL at me being anxious about trying something meant to be soothing.) And even though Smith kept repeating that it didn’t matter how silly we looked or felt I couldn’t help but feel like I’d be judged for the next hour EDM music began blasting—I could feel the bass pulsing in my body deep belly breaths that we had to follow along with But then I remembered I was outside on a terrace facing the ocean—and while I couldn’t see it at that moment smelling the salty water and feeling the cool breeze snapped me out of panic It was a much more calming atmosphere than I really did let go of any intrusive thoughts and forgot about how awkward I felt We spent the last few minutes of class in corpse pose (Savasana) letting our breathing get back to normal I had a spa session the day before and didn’t even feel as relaxed afterward as I did after the breathwork class.) After we took our eye masks off most of it was from how bright it was without the masks but there was a small part of me that felt so moved and changed and it was on the same terrace overlooking the ocean where the breathwork class had been held as it was 80 degrees and humid (though the provided cold towels and cucumber water helped a tiny bit) I was intimidated as hell to take this class The thought of dancing in the same space as a professional genuinely made me want to back out at the last second but it was too cool of an opportunity to pass up taking a spot toward the middle of the pack Hough began the class by demonstrating a few key moves that would be repeated throughout and had us follow along I wasn’t picking them up as fast as I wanted to which I knew would be an issue when we did the moves for real most people looked like they were naturals they’re probably looking at me like I don’t belong When the music turned on and we officially got started It felt as though my limbs and brain weren’t connected as I went from one move to the next But surprisingly (or maybe unsurprisingly) the same thing happened here as it did in the breathwork class: Somewhere between a grapevine step and a hip thrust I stopped caring how I was being perceived Photo: Danielle ZicklExploring the resort’s activitiesEven though I traveled by myself, I genuinely think that Ava Resort Cancún would be great for families and solo travelers alike. There are six pools—one that’s adults-only—with three swim-up bars, private cabanas, deck chairs, sunbeds, and lounge chairs. There’s also the Ava Bay, a 2.8-acre manmade body of water on property where you can do water activities like sailing, paddle boarding, and kayaking. If you want to break up your poolside lounging, there’s a free gym and a few activities you’ll have to pay extra for: This leads me to the fact that because of the resort’s location, the beach isn’t as good of quality as the others in the hotel zone. My shuttle driver from the airport said to avoid going in the ocean because it’s more “swampy” than the other beaches in Cancún. (Hence the manmade bay I mentioned earlier.) So you can walk along the beach, but that’s pretty much it. I also found there wasn’t much to do in the resort itself, unless you have excursions booked or want to pay extra for the spa, golf, bowling, laser tag, or arcade games. But in terms of entertainment, shows, or live music, you’d need to leave the resort to find it. So although there’s definitely stuff to keep you occupied, I would say that Ava is very much a resort for people who need a break from life and want to mostly just lounge around. While I’m not inherently an all-inclusive resort girlie—I’d rather sightsee on my own in a less extravagant way and not be confined to one space—I still had a great time and recommend it to anyone looking for a luxurious getaway who wants to relax by the pool with a taco and margarita in hand. Photo: Ava Resort CancúnResort rates:Rooms start at $600/night The Ava Gala Suite is $1,900/night and the Ava Penthouse Suite is $2,500/night Book directly at Ava Resort Cancún or on Booking.com. Kjellgren A, Westman J. Beneficial effects of treatment with sensory isolation in flotation-tank as a preventive health-care intervention – a randomized controlled pilot trial. 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Cancún has become a tourist playground that both celebrates and obscures the history of the Yucatán and its peoples The dawn of the 1970s was a turbulent time for the United States Student unrest at university campuses against the conflict was escalating while If you wanted to escape the industrial action then Mexico was a definite possibility—though if you had even heard of Cancún at that time (a highly unlikely prospect) then you would have probably known you needed to bring a tent with you for your winter vacation the population of this corner of the Yucatán Peninsula had all caretakers of the coconut plantations that were one of the regions few sources of employment What happened next was one of the most momentous controlled explosions of tourism that the Americas had even seen Momsen describe it in a 2005 edition of the Annals of the Association of American Geographers something of a cautionary tale about tourism’s sometimes invidious “Cancun has become a simulacrum,” they write an artificial reproduction and representation of the Yucatan physical environment and Maya heritage manifest in a constructed physical and cultural landscape—and the result is Gringolandia a dynamic “hybrid-space” in which elements of Mexican and artificial Maya culture have been re-constituted for tourist consumption and initially paid for by the Mexican government work on this “hybrid-space” began in earnest on the construction of nine hotels in Cancún in 1970; the first opened in 1974 before the Spanish conquest in the early sixteenth century was that of a stronghold of the Mayan people Blanet Castellanos describes as a “settler colonial” narrative that extended into the late twentieth century “The Mexican government considered Cancún an attractive site to create a tourist pole because of its proximity to vast beaches, Maya archaeological ruins, and cheap Indigenous labor,” Castellanos writes in her chapter in The Transnational Construction of Mayanness: Reading Modern Mesoamerica through US Archives relied on the settler colonial narratives of terra nullius and imagined constructing a city populated by settlers these settlers included mestizo settlers from Cancún’s middle class the guidebooks propagate a transnational Mayanness that is rooted in US settler colonial discourses of discovery What we are presented with is a simple version of Maya culture and history one that is infinitely consumable and nonthreateningly exotic the allure of the powdered limestone beaches and cerulean sea was becoming a major draw for Americans This came with consequences unforeseen by the government as architect Mario Schjetnan explains in a 1977 issue of Landscape Architecture “The town grew from zero to 40,000 inhabitants in four years and is still attracting people at a fast rate,” he writes land uses and construction controls as devised by the planners—actually very rigidly—could not be preserved start to build a house and convert the garage into a store would become established definitely and at once their wives and family would start an improvised store Felix Sanchez pontificates on the cohesion of Cancún’s urban design thread “Thus far no urban design system is ordering the development,” he argues making a more expressive and visually coherent urban form In this way both the natural world and artificial world at [Cancún] will make it the place to be urban design ambiguous and architecture rigid and pretentious Whether this perceived “wrong” has been righted in the intervening half century is debatable Equally debatable is the capacity of the culture and infrastructure of Cancún to both adequately house the Mayan community and tourists and whether the fear of losing tourism dollars is creating a resort space where political expression is Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Heather Hawn and Jennifer Tison explore this tension in a 2010 issue of Latin American Perspectives “Outside the central tourist district in Cancún there were displays of party affiliation and political posters, but once inside the central tourist all these elements disappeared,” they note during site visits made in 2009 and 2010 The absence of political displays was “especially noteworthy” to them since Mexico was just a few months away from hotly contested elections Interviews revealed that protests were rare in Cancún and [I]ndigenous groups and other political organizations tried to avoid overt institutional or extrainstitutional behavior in the tourist district because “Mr Cancún” delivered an invaluable stream of revenue Interviewees also reported that neighbors and community members were quick to discourage disruptive extrainstitutional behaviors as potentially damaging to Cancún’s reputation and upsetting to tourists It wasn’t (and isn’t) just Cancún that has been transformed since those pioneer days of the early 1970s The migration of labor from Mayan villages in the Yucatán region and the flow of money earned in Cancún back to rural areas of the state mean that the concentric ripples caused by this creation of this vacation hub have continued to expand with each generation “The birth of the tourist industry in [Cancún] and the consequent out-migration of Maya peasants reinforce the liminality that this southern border area has had in the creation of Mexico as a nation state,” writes Alicia Re Cruz concludes in her 1996 analysis of tourism in the city has been transformed into a multiethnic composition where the local Maya and the international tourists together transform and recreate new identities This contemporary tourist landscape…challenges traditional views which saw Maya involvement in modernization processes as a way to lose the signs of their ethnic identity but also identities that are continuing to be created and created again Support JSTOR Daily! 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Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" When I booked a stay at the Hilton Cancún Mar Caribe I expected a cookie-cutter all-inclusive experience Plus, as someone who prefers adults-only vacations I wasn't overly excited that the hotel was family-friendly But after five days on its pristine white-sand beach with my friend and her daughter The Hilton Enclave rooms and exclusive amenities — such as an upgraded minibar and access to the Enclave Lounge stocked with top-shelf liquor and gourmet snacks There were also reserved areas for Hilton Enclave around the resort which made finding a chair at the beach or pool a breeze I love that every room at the Hilton Cancún Mar Caribe faces the ocean I stayed in one of the 61 Enclave suites directly on the beach and loved falling asleep to the sound of waves crashing below The resort was recently renovated, and the sea-inspired rooms felt super nice, with chic midcentury-modern furniture My room also had a spa-like bathroom with a full-size soaking tub perfect for relaxing at the end of a long day in the sun Hilton Enclave guests have access to Chala a private rooftop bar with gorgeous infinity pools It was the perfect place to relax with a book and catch the sunset In addition to jaw-dropping views, the rooftop bar served all-you-can-eat, freshly made ceviche from different regions in Mexico I also discovered my new favorite poolside drink: a cocoberry mojito It's a twist on the traditional mojito with coconut rum adults-only infinity pools overlooking the ocean These were the perfect spots to relax without the kids My friend's daughter loved hanging out in the kids club which offered daily activities plus a large selection of games I've seen my fair share of kids clubs during my travels Azulinda also has made-to-order crepes — something I've never seen at another all-inclusive My go-to afternoon snack was a ham-and-cheese crepe Though there was no shortage of typical all-inclusive eats — such as burgers and nachos — I was pleasantly surprised by the diversity of food available around the resort I loved the wood-fired pizza and creamy risotto at La Luce The pad thai at the Asian-fusion restaurant Noriku was also delicious I didn't expect to find amazing cocktails at a family-friendly, all-inclusive resort I'm still thinking of the passionfruit margarita I had at the lobby bar which was made with fresh juice and garnished with a preserved orange slice aesthetically pleasing corners of this resort and the beach bar in the Hilton Enclave area was no exception The bar makes an excellent mojito with fresh lime juice and mint I loved hanging out on its swings and enjoying the ocean view with a drink in my hand I'm so glad I went to the spa during my stay because it was one of the highlights of my trip After receiving an incredibly relaxing massage which included a series of pools in a lush tropical garden Mar Caribe, or the Caribbean Sea The water was impossibly turquoise and always the perfect temperature Paired with gorgeous weather and endless mojitos I spent most of my days alternating between my lounge chair and swimming in the waves but this alone makes me want to visit Hilton Cancún Mar Caribe again and civil society representatives attended the UN system-wide side event on "Cities and Climate Change: Enhancing mitigation and adaptation action" held in Cancun Mexico on 8 December as part of the climate change conference UNISDR Deputy Director Helena Molin Valdes discussed the "Making Cities Resilient" campaign and how the UN is helping member cities respond to climate change This is done by improving their understanding of disaster risk including through up-to-date data on hazards and vulnerabilities The campaign also promotes investment in critical infrastructure using early warning systems and facilitating city-to-city learning.