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Cancun & Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo, MX

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Nestled along the stunning Cancun, Riviera Maya, and Playa del Carmen is a vibrant gem that offers the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and culture. Whether you’re seeking sun-soaked beaches, bustling nightlife, or a taste of local cuisine, Pl... There are links to my Insta showing my family enjoying the magic in Mexico.
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Resorts we have stayed

These are all of the resorts we have stayed at so far in the Cancun area

 
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Riu Palace Mexico-- This isn't my favorite resort however the beach makes up for any of the things I feel it is lacking
Hotel Riu Palace Mexico - All Inclusive
 
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Riu Yucatan – My favorite of the 2 Riu's we have stayed in Playacar despite some dated elements.Riu Yucatan is clean and has a vibrant atmosphere, with lots of entertainment and wildlife encounters. The beach is amazing.
Hotel Riu Yucatan - All Inclusive
 
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Playacar Palace- Th most expensive of the resorts we have stayed at in Playacar. The food is hands down the best.
Playacar Palace All Inclusive Reviews, Deals & Photos 2024
 
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Hard Rock Cancun- We have stayed both in 2019 and again in 2024. We like this resort with the location in the heart of the hotel zone but not as laid back as we like.
Hard Rock Hotel Cancun - All Inclusive
 
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Hard Rock Riviera Maya - We Sayed during the pandemic so I can't give my honest review. Food is exactly like the Cancun location
Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya - All Inclusive
 
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Moon Palace- Class A all the way
Moon Palace Cancún - All Inclusive

Things we like to do

Fun excursions and places to eat

 
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Cenote Azul is my families favorite cenote to go to and jump. So refreshing.
Cenote Azul
 
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A trip to Tulum is not to far of a trip from Playa del Carmen and so educational
Tulum Ruins
 
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Must eat at Tropi Tacos when in Tulum
TROPI TACOS, Tulum -
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Swim with the dolphins
Interactive Aquarium - Swim with the dolphins
 
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Rio Secreto was such an amazing experience
Rio Secreto- Underground River Tour with Crystal Caves
 
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Just a short walk down from Hard Rock Cancun
Mayan Museum of Cancun - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
 
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If we have a long wait for our flight home my daughter wants to eat in Flavortown
GUY FIERI'S AMERICAN KITCHEN BAR CANCUN
 
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We have eaten here 2 times and both times we were blown away.
EL ARBOLITO, Puerto Aventuras -
 
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Ruins just a short walk in a gated community from Playacar Palace or either of the Rius we have stayed at.
Playacar Mayan Ruinas