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Riveria Maya, Mexico Travel Tips

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Best Things to Do in Riviera Maya

Sun-kissed skin, beautiful beaches, warm salty breeze, and welcoming smiles – if this is what you would call a perfect place for your next vacation, then you’ll fall in love with Riviera Maya. Enjoy relaxing and melting your stress out along the Carribean coast south of Cancun, Mexico.

By Kavonda L. Rogers

The 100-mile coastline on the Yucatan Peninsula has several things to offer you – hiking, adrenaline-jumping activities, visiting ancient ruins, and a whole lot more! Whatever it is you’re looking for, you’ll always find something enjoyable to do at sunny Riviera Maya. Here are some of the awesome things you should do:

Related: Review of a Riviera Maya, Mexico Resort: El Dorado Seaside Suites

Visit Chichen Itza

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Listed as one of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites, Chichen Itza is one of the most visited places in Riviera Maya, maybe even in the whole country! Be fascinated with the 1200-year old Mayan ruin complex. You may choose to stay in an all-inclusive hotel to fully experience this beautiful ancient treasure.

Relax in Tulum

Another sought after destination, Tulum boasts a 7-mile long coastline where you can lay back and sip your pina colada. You can revitalize your energy doing yoga at Sanara Hotel, where they offer yoga classes every day in a glass-walled yoga studio with a relaxing view of the beach. Visit also another ancient Mayan ruins located in Tulum, which could include a swim with the turtles.

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Swim in the Cenotes

Another worthwhile activity to do in Riviera Maya is to swim in the Cenotes. Cenotes are beautiful and natural sinkholes and cave pools that formed due to a collapse of bedrocks and therefore brought fresh water to the surface. There are lifeforms underneath cenotes, and you will have to bring a snorkel to watch them. The water is cold and refreshing since the sun does not hit the water, perfect for a cooldown dip!

Wrap Up

These are only a few of the places and activities you can do in the tropical paradise of Riviera Maya. I’m sure there are a hundred more places you can discover and experience. Let us help you have a hassle-free vacation to Riviera Maya! Contact us for bookings and other inquiries.

I’m Kavonda L. Rogers and I’m a Certified Travel Agent who specializes in Destination Weddings, Honeymoons and Group Travel in Mexico, Hawaii and the Caribbean.

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El Dorado Seaside Suites

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El Dorado Seaside Suites

I had the pleasure of spending a week at the El Dorado Seaside Suites in Cancun, Mexico.  I will start off by saying I am a resort snob.  Since, I have been to many resorts across Mexico and the Caribbean during my time as a Destination Wedding Planner my standards are high.  Yes, everything needs to be on point before I send my clients there.  I will let you know before we dive into the Pros and Cons that I have sent a lot of couples to the El Dorado Seaside Suites and I will be sending many more.  Let’s get started.

By Kavonda L. Rogers

The El Dorado Seaside Suites is a adults only resort located in the Riveria Maya section of Mexico.  Be aware that you will have about an hour and twenty-minute ride via shuttle from the Cancun airport to the resort.  That will be the worst part of your trip.  Once you arrive things definitely take an up-turn. 

Check-in

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When you arrive, you will be greeted at your car by a hotel employee dressed in brown and orange carrying a tray of lavender scented cool towels.  Take one!  You will need it.  When I arrived, it was a scorching 90 degrees and that towel was heaven.  Once your bags are taken and tagged to be delivered to your room you walk up the steps into the main lobby.  Once inside you will receive a welcome glass of white wine while you check in.  The check in process was relatively quick and took about 10-12 minutes.  Once I was all checked in, I went outside to be taken to my room.

The El Dorado Seaside Suites is not a walking resort.  The resort is huge and actually has two portions:  The Seaside and The Palms.  To help you navigate the resort there are golf carts that run continuously around the resort from 7am-11pm. 

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My Room

I stayed in an Infinity Swim Up room and if you stay at this resort this is the room you want.  The room has its own lounge area that leads into an infinity swim up pool right outside of your door.  Luckily the excitement doesn’t stop there.  You also have a rainfall shower and a jacuzzi bathtub.  I didn’t get a chance to enjoy the jacuzzi tub, but I did love the rainfall shower.  The room was amazing and has all the basics such as a circular chaise lounger a table for two and a king size bed. 

The Food

I have eaten a lot of food during my travel days and the food at this resort is amazing.  Not only is it very well presented but it tastes good too.  I have been to Mexico a lot of times and every time I avoided guacamole.  Why?  I’m not an avocado fan.  Yet, after tasting the guacamole here at the El Dorado Seaside Suites I am a fan.  I still think I will only eat it in Mexico; just to be safe. 

I also tried the breakfast buffet and found it to be very diverse.  It included pastries, freshly made to order omelets, and fruits.  Of course, there are several types of juices and even a mimosa bar for those who need a morning pick me up.  The buffet which is at the Marketplace gets crowded later in the morning so go early.   If you want to skip eating in one of the several restaurants on site, you can order room service with has a great menu and a decent delivery time.  Not to mention the food is good. 

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Activities

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The El Dorado Seaside Suites has some great activities.  You can take a Pilates class, enjoy some Rock n Roll trivia and even my favorite activity which is the Mexican Fiesta held in the center of the resort on Wednesdays.  It is a party held outside with all the décor and a Mariachi band.  They serve all the Mexican faves such as tacos, burritos and empanadas.  I loved it! Don’t miss this party. 

Final Thoughts

Overall, this is a great resort for a romantic getaway or a honeymoon.  It is also a great destination wedding location as well.  If you are looking for a touch of romance this resort is a great option.  I tried to find some negatives about this resort, but I just couldn’t.  Forbe’s was right in awarding it with one of the Most Romantic Resorts in the World.  I can’t wait for my next visit. 

Are you considering a visit to Riveria Maya, Mexico?  Is the El Dorado Seaside Suites now on your list?  Let me know in the comments. 

I’m Kavonda L. Rogers and I’m a Certified Travel Agent who specializes in Destination Weddings, Honeymoons and Group Travel in Mexico, Hawaii and the Caribbean.

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