Experience the beauty and magic of Riviera Maya, Mexico. This exquisite vacation destination on the exotic shores of Caribbean Mexico offers a true escape. White sand beaches, lush jungles, towering palms trees, and the ocean breezes of Riviera Maya instantly melt your cares away.
Riviera Maya is home to the quaint seaside town of Playa del Carmen and the bustling resort city of Cancun. Cozumel, the largest island in Mexico, is located just 12 miles off the coast. Popular tourist attractions and activities in Riviera Maya include touring the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza and Tulum, snorkeling and scuba diving the coral reefs of Cozumel, and swimming with dolphins at local eco parks. Golf, fishing, boating, shopping, and dancing are also fun activities available in Riviera Maya.
Hugging the white sand shores of exotic Playa del Carmen, Mexico, the new Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort Riviera Maya is the pinnacle of vacation luxury on the Riviera Maya. Elegant suite accommodations, international cuisine, a deluxe spa, state-of-the-art convention services, and all-inclusive vacation packages make Grand Velas Riviera Maya a top destination for business and pleasure.
Suggestion for this month, by Chief Concierge Gerardo Trechuelo.
Nestled in the heart of Riviera Maya, the eco-archeological park Xcaret is dedicated to promoting the natural wonders and biodiversity of Mexico as well as the cultural heritage of the traditions and culture of Quintana Roo.
Xcaret conducts species conservation programs for animals such as the loggerhead and green sea turtles, by using auto grafting techniques in some hatchlings in order to identify each specimen upon their return and obtain important information about their migratory routes and life cycles. It also carries out two grand events that reflect the cultural identity of the surrounding communities: The Sacred Mayan Journey and The Death and Life Traditions Festival.
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Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the Xcaret Plus Package and discover the underground rivers, cultural shows, aquatic activities, coral reef aquarium and Jaguar Island amongst many others!
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From November 29th to the 5th of December, the X Paddle Tennis World Championship will be held in the Riviera Maya. More than 400 players will be in this paradisiacal tourist destination, from Canada, Sweden, Uruguay and England among other countries, giving it their all during the important championship event.
The Leading Spas of the World, part of The Leading Hotels of the World, is a distinctive seal that denotes quality, luxury and excellence in Spa services at an international level.
Once again, the Grand Velas Riviera Maya Spa is named a member of this select group, recognizing its commitment to provide experiences that seduce the senses and exceed the expectations of those who seek more than rest and relaxation.
¡Congratulations!
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From June to September, the spectacular whale sharks visit the magnificent beaches of Cancun and Quintana Roo, making this season a favorite of tourists who arrive to the tropical Mexican paradise to have the opportunity to swim in the company of these noble creatures.Considered one of the largest species to inhabit the planet, whale sharks measure up to 15 meters long. Preferring warm waters for reproduction, each year whale sharks migrate to the island of Holbox, where their mating rituals take place.
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Take any of the many boats found on the beach and head for the sea to find this friendly species and swim alongside them while you enjoy the incomparable waters of the Mexican Caribbean; guides are available to orient you and provide assistance at any time.
This is an unforgettable experience that will put you in direct contact with nature.
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by Julieta Del Toro
The fantastic island of Cozumel is undoubtedly a favorite site for scuba diving, home to the renowned sites of Yucab, Maracaibo, Santa Rosa, Paraiso, Palancar and Punta Sur, which attract thousands of divers each year.
Within Cozumel is the island of Las Golondrinas (Island of the Swallows), surrounded by waters that hold an incomparable natural aquarium. Towards the west is found a fascinating and intricate system of live and petrified reefs that are either partially or completely submerged in the crystalline, tranquil Caribbean waters all year long; this is a preferred spot for divers, as it is a refuge for diverse marine species such as sea turtles, dolphins, manta rays, sharks and millions of multicolored fish that concentrate here due to the current that dominates this part of the reef.
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A few meters farther and you see the continental slope that descends abruptly 150 meters out, creating a wall that shelters in semi-darkness some of the strangest and most interesting life forms. Due to the incline of the wall, divers in certain areas feel as though they are swimming beneath it, creating an optical illusion that turns the experience into something surreal.
What can be seen beneath the surface is so beautiful it must be seen up close. Experience this magical underwater adventure, as a marvelous hidden world is revealed before your eyes.
¡Plante un árbol y contribuya con nuestro planeta! Participe de esta actividad en su próxima visita a la Riviera Maya.
Plant a tree and contribute to the planet! Be part of this activity on your next visit to Riviera Maya.
Virtuoso Hotels & Resorts and Virtuoso Life magazine informed Grand Velas Riviera Maya as selected nominee in the fourth annual Virtuoso Best of the Best Awards in the category of Best Spa.
The Best of the Best Awards ceremony, which will take place at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday, August 18th at the Hotels & Resorts Dinner, will celebrate nominees in 10 distinct categories. Nominees were determined by a poll of the Virtuoso travel agency membership and participants in the Hotels & Resorts Program. Based on the votes of membership and, in collaboration with the editors of Virtuoso Life magazine, the winners in each category will be announced that evening.
It is with great honor that Grand Velas Riviera Maya shares this nomination with friends and guests. We will keep you up with the news!
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