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Infinity pool at Las Ventanas al Paraiso, a Rosewood Resort, Los Cabos IMAGE COURTESY OF LAS VENTANAS, A ROSEWOOD RESORT CANCÚN If you’re looking for action and excitement, Cancún is where you want to be. With its high-rise hotels, star-studded resorts, international dining scene and stylish nightlife—not to mention the azure waters and infinite stretches of white sand—this Caribbean hot spot is like a master-planned version of Miami Beach. But don’t think of Cancún as just a spring breaker’s paradise, this global tourism destination exudes luxury at its finest. Surround yourself in extravagance by checking into Le Blanc Spa Resort or the Hyatt Zilara Cancún, both all-inclusive, beachfront, adults-only resorts. Or, spoil yourself and splurge on a suite at the exclusive Grand Club at Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach. Don’t miss the hotel’s famously extravagant Gem Spa, the only spa in Cancún and Latin America to offer a unique 10-step hydrotherapy treatment. For shopping enthusiasts, you’ll find international brands galore at La Isla Shopping Village and Luxury Avenue Boutique Mall (think: Fendi, Ferragamo and Bulgari). Be sure to also check out the local crafts market for authentic wares and one-of-a-kind souvenirs. For a decadent daytrip, avoid the party boats and charter your own yacht for the day, complete with captain, crew and catering. Cruise the coastline or venture out to Isla Mujeres (Island of Women) for some snorkeling and local cuisine or to Isla Contoy or Isla Holbox to swim with whale sharks, the biggest sharks in the world. Return to land for dinner at Fantino at The Ritz-Carlton, Cancún, where you can indulge in a delicious tasting menu created by Executive Chef Andreas Schatzschneider. Then, it’s time for a night on the town, where you can hit up some of Cancún’s world-famous clubs like Dady’O, The City, Coco Bongo and Mandala. Have your concierge coordinate reserving you a table with top-shelf bottle service and VIP entry for the ultimate nightlife experience. VIP TIP: Skip the taxis and hire a private driver so you can be chauffeured in your own black SUV, complete with cold towels and refreshments. RIVIERA MAYA Just south of Cancún, you’ll find another luxury vacation-worthy Mexican destination: Riviera Maya, nearly 100 miles of secluded beach resorts along palm-lined bays surrounded by lush rainforest and native villages. Endless activities await in this ancient landscape, where a morning visit to centuries-old ruins can be followed by an afternoon of swimming with dolphins or visiting mystical cenotes. To start, upgrade your airport arrival and prearrange for a private driver to meet you outside of Customs and whisk you away in comfort and style. Check into the Fairmont Mayakoba, which offers an on-site spa and access to the nearby Greg Norman-designed El Camaleón golf course, host to the only official PGA Tour in Mexico. For added tranquillity and privacy, book your stay at Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita, a secluded wellness retreat on 14 acres of oceanfront property. Spa then golf—or golf then spa; you really can’t go wrong with the countless 42 Postcards
“Mexico has emerged as one of the top luxury travel destinations.” Clockwise from top left: Ancient cenote in the Riviera Maya; travelers aboard a catamaran along the Riviera Maya; golf course at One&Only Palmilla, Los Cabos; outdoor massage at the Hyatt Zilara, Cancún; ancient Mayan ruins; spa at Zoetry Paraiso del la Bonita in Riviera Maya; traditional Mexican chilaquiles. Postcards 43
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