Even though summer is in full swing, it’s already time to start thinking about your next sun-drenched escape for winter 2016. With so many options in Mexico and the Caribbean, it can be time-consuming to discern which resort will really suit you and your loved ones.
Virtu World Travel has made it easy for you. In Riviera Maya, Mexico (just a short drive from the Cancun International Airport) are two of our favourite properties.
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Pass through the stately white gates of the Grand Velas into their peaceful jungle oasis on the other side. The resort counters every stereotype of the Mexican all-inclusive: personal and welcoming, built around unique experiences, and focused on gourmet dining and authentic hospitality. This all-suite property is divided into three sections – the adults-only Grand Class (oceanview), the family-friendly Ambassador Class (oceanview), and the family-friendly Zen Class (river/jungle view).
Upon arrival, you are greeted with a welcome cocktail and escorted to your gorgeous accommodation. We recommend heading immediately for your private plunge pool.
The Grand Velas allows you to enjoy as much serenity and as much adventure as you choose. On any given day, you can go from a cultural tour of local Mayan ruins, to an exciting afternoon of water sports, to enjoying complete relaxation in the Maya Spa’s award-winning hydrotherapy circuit.
A major factor to the Grand Velas position above other all-inclusives is its exquisite restaurants. Our favourites are Piaf, with its 4-diamond French cuisine and highly romantic atmosphere, and Cocina de Autor, Grand Velas’ 5-diamond signature dinner spot, renowned for its world class chefs and cutting edge molecular gastronomy. Order the tasting menu and sit back to enjoy the show.
Highlights of the resort:
- Sunrise walk on the beach – not another soul in sight
- Breakfast on the terrace at Bistro
- Cave swimming at nearby Xplor Adventure Park
- Cocktail hour at the adults-only infinity pool (while kids sang karaoke at the Teens’ Club)
- Beyond blissful massages
- Trying each of the fabulous restaurants, and having a fun and beautiful date night at Cocina de Autor
- Private tequila tasting
- Visiting Mayan ruins in Tulum with a local guide
Exclusive Virtuoso Amenities for VirtuWorldTravel Clients:
- Room category upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability
- Daily buffet breakfast for up to two guests
- Complimentary one-way private airport transfer
- $50 USD spa credit per adult, per day
- Welcome tequila bottle
- Early check-in, late checkout, subject to availability
Nizuc Resort and Spa
On the outskirts of Cancun sits Nizuc, the crowning glory of hotel design in Mexico. Thoughtfully crafted to compliment the coastline, the surrounding mangrove forests, the ocean, and the region’s Mayan heritage, Nizuc is a masterpiece. The result is artistic, almost sculptural. Step into the elegant entrance hall, which has a soothing and intimate feel despite the resort’s grand scale. Natural materials add warmth throughout: soft white stone and reclaimed wood line the soaring walls, while polished slate floors and the reflection pool send light dancing at all times of day and night.
Guests looking for the ultimate in privacy should look no further than Nizuc’s villas. Ideal for families or couples who want to hang out in their own oasis, each villa has a private pool and tropical garden. The concept is indoor-outdoor, with multiple areas for lounging in the sun or in the shade, and showers both inside and out.
Each room at the resort is beautifully appointed with a mix of rustic, mod, and contemporary furniture. Every rug, every cushion, every artwork is chosen to elevate the sense of place. Nizuc is synonymous with unique.
Highlights of the resort:
- Private chef’s table dinner at Ramona
- The unbelievably friendly staff
- Tasting Nizuc’s signature cocktails made with ancient Mayan ingredients
- Learning how to roll a cigar at the Havana Lounge
- Snorkelling over the nearby coral reef early in the morning
- Exploring the beautiful nooks and crannies of the hotel
- Hanging out in our suite’s private infinity pool
- Watching the breathtaking sunset from the ideally-located beach
Exclusive Virtuoso Amenities for VirtuWorldTravel Clients:
- Room category upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability
- Daily buffet breakfast for up to two guests
- Complimentary one-way private airport transfer
- Hydrotherapy session for two
- Welcome tequila bottle and dried fruit
- Early check-in, late checkout, subject to availability
Ready to book your ultra-luxury vacation on the Mayan Riviera, with exclusive benefits?
Give us a call or email us at info@virtuworldtravel.com.
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