Destination Spotlight: Mexico
We LOVE Mexico! Why? It’s the perfect locale for a family vacation, bachelor or bachelorette party, honeymoon, destination wedding, and group trip. That’s why we chose it for our first Destination Spotlight. Read on for our favorite cities to visit in Mexico for any occasion.
Cancun & Riviera Maya
Cancun & Riviera Maya, on the Caribbean side of Mexico, are the perfect areas for a destination wedding or group trip. Here you’ll find a crazy amount of properties to fit your needs. They have adults-only properties (great for honeymooners or a group trip to get away from the kids) and family-friendly properties to choose from. In addition, you’ll find just about any size property to suit your fancy – both mega resorts and boutique-style hotels and everything in between.
Cancun & Riviera Maya also offer a ton of activities to do off property, including ziplining through the tropical forests or discovering hidden cenotes to swim through. You can also book day trip or half day trip to see the Mayan ruins if you are staying in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.
Cancun is also a party hotspot, so this is a great option for groups of adults or a bachelor/bachelorette party. The nightlife in Cancun is unmatched. You’ll find a ton of bars, clubs and restaurants in their downtown area.
Puerto Vallarta
Moving over to the Pacific side of Mexico we find Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta is a bit of a hidden gem. This is where you’ll find a ton of that old-world, authentic and traditional Mexico. Like Cancun and Riviera Maya, there are many hotel options including all-inclusive, adults-only and family-friendly properties. They also have a great downtown area for nightlife. In addition, they have a great boardwalk downtown and tons of local shopping.
Puerto Vallarta is also a great jumping off point to book an excursion to the tequila distilleries in Jalisco!
Cabo
Lastly, we have Cabo on the Baha Peninsula of Mexico. Cabo is probably my most favorite destination in Mexico. And if you are a golfer, then this is absolutely the destination for you! Cabo has some of the best golf courses and golf resorts in all of Mexico.
Cabo also has a ton of options for excursions off-property. Book an ATV tour through the desert or a boat trip to see El Arco.
They also have a fabulous downtown area right on the water with amazing bars, restaurants and shopping.
No matter which area of Mexico you choose to visit, we know you’ll have an absolutely fabulous time! Call us today to get your trip booked for this summer or fall. 402-390-9291.
We love Saint Martin and we have been sending many clients and some of our agents to this gorgeous destination recently. Secrets St. Martin’s all-inclusive resort opened earlier this year and we can’t get enough of the gorgeous property located directly on Anse Marcel Beach. Read more about Secrets St. Martin in our recent travel blog post here.
Saint Martin: This Week’s Destination Spotlight
What’s so special about Saint Martin?
Saint Martin is a 37-square-mile island with a French side and a Dutch side. This means you can get your passport stamped twice when you visit! The Dutch side (St. Maarten) in the south is full of beautiful resorts, lively boardwalks, beach bars, and casinos that stay open late into the night. The French side is a bit quieter, with colorful harbors and stunning homes built into the cliffs – it is much like a Mediterranean fishing village. Plus, the food on the French side is amazing!
The Dutch Side (St. Maarten)
Sint Maarten, the Dutch side in the south, is where you should go for world-class shopping, boating culture, and diving – just to name a few! This part of the island is known for its duty-free shopping, especially for its jewelry shops! It is home to many high-class jewelry stores. In addition, the charming boardwalk has a lot of shopping as well.
For boating culture, St. Maarten is where it’s at. This is where the annual Heineken Regatta is held. The races are spectacular but the parties afterward are even more legendary.
Sint Maarten is also where you’ll want to hide for the best scuba diving. Check out nearby Saba, a dormant volcanic island visible from St. Maarten’s Sunset Beach. Here you’ll find some of the best-hidden gems for diving in the Caribbean.
The French side (Saint Martin)
The French Side of the island is known for its delicious cuisine, nude beaches, and boho-chic culture. The amazing cuisine is all thanks to the French influence on the island. You will be absolutely blown away by the delicious French Caribbean food in this part of the island. They also have fine dining options that rival Paris. Check out Bistro Caraibes for a fabulous fancy dinner one night, then get adventurous and wander into one of the tiny Creole eateries (known as “lolos”) the next night. Thank us later!
The French side is also known for its beaches – namely its nude beaches! Many beaches on this side of the island welcome nude sunbathers. Some, like the famed Baie Orientale, offer amazing happy hours during the week.
Travelers return often to the French side of the island to experience the “vibe” – half-boho, half-chic southern France. You’ll find stunning villas tucked into shady hills, cafes with delicious pastries, and many artists living about.
Which side is better?
You’ll love St. Martin no matter which side you decide to stay on. American visitors may feel slightly more comfortable on the Dutch side, where they speak English and use the dollar as currency. However, many do speak English on the French side as well so do not let that deter you. On the other hand, why not visit both sides? Crossing from one side to the other is simple and easy.
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This week we are bringing back our Destination Spotlight series with a look at Thatch Caye, A Muy’Ono Resort. Thatch Caye is located in Belize and offers a truly unique experience for its guests. This all-inclusive, private island resort in Belize hosts only 30 guests at a time, making it the perfect place to unplug. Our travel advisor, Krete, recently booked the entire island for a group of clients so we wanted to share more about it.
Destination Spotlight: Thatch Caye, a Muy’Ono Resort
Read on for everything you need to know about this undiscovered paradise!
Thatch Caye is the perfect resort to unplug and enjoy a relaxing getaway. In fact, WiFi is only available in the common areas, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in vacation mode. Check into one of the overwater bungalows or island cabanas and get ready to relax. Spend your days sunbathing on a beach hammock, swimming in the natural saltwater pool, getting a seaside massage, or enjoying one of the many water toys available. Although Thatch Caye is an eco-resort, it is so luxurious you won’t even notice!
All-Inclusive, Island Style
The All-Inclusive, Island Style package is included with all reservations at Thatch Caye Resort. However, this isn’t your typical all-inclusive experience. Although the property does not have typical restaurants, the resort serves fresh meals daily.
This package includes three meals per day, plus snacks, and all local alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. In addition, your roundtrip boat ride/transfer to and from Dangriga Airport, as well as your Marine reserve access fee are included. Finally, all guests have exclusive use of the property’s kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel gear, fishing poles, and other non-motorized island toys.
Dining at Thatch Caye
Typical daily dining at Thatch Caye consists of made-to-order breakfast, a traditional Belizean lunch, an afternoon snack, and an authentic Belizean three-course dinner. Unlike many other All-Inclusive resorts, Thatch Caye does not offer traditional menus. Instead, this resort serves all meals family-style and uses fresh ingredients from Muy’Ono Farms.
Dreamy Tropical Accommodations
Every overwater bungalow and oceanfront cabana has been recently renovated using reclaimed island materials. Each overwater bungalow and cabana has a private outdoor space and zero distractions. You won’t find a phone, TV, or WiFi in your room, but these are all available in the Coco Lounge.
Customizable Packages
There are many ways to enjoy the Thatch Caye All-Inclusive Resort. In fact, there are several different vacation packages for you to choose from. Some of their most popular packages include those for honeymoons, yoga, scuba diving, fly fishing, and cultural immersion.
In addition to these tailored vacation packages, you can also rent the entire island. This is what Krete’s clients chose to do. Spend a week with just your family and friends on a beautiful private island. Renting this pristine island in Belize gives you access to all 15 villas, in addition to exclusive use of the beautiful beaches and private yoga palapas.
Wedding Packages
Thatch Caye is a stunning and unique property to host an intimate destination wedding in Belize. Many of the resort’s wedding packages include a minister or priest for the ceremony, flowers, cake, a live Belizean band, on-site coordinator, a snorkel excursion or island-hop for the wedding party, a pig roast reception option, a bonfire reception option, and more.
This resort offers several different venues for your ceremony and reception. These wedding venues include Serenity Point, the Wedding Palapa at Indy Beach, Barefoot Beach, and The Grove outdoor bar.
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