Secrets Capri Riviera Maya
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This adults-only, all-inclusive resort has something for everyone. With only 196 rooms, the resort has an intimate feel. There are 5 al a carte, gourmet restaurants with no reservations required, plus a buffet restaurant and a café.

For active guests, there is always something going on; water sports, beach volleyball, a nice beach, a huge swimming pool with swim-up bar, and live, nightly entertainment. The resort also shows movies under the stars and when I visited, they were showing Monday Night Football on an outside screen set up by the pool. There is also golf nearby and at times, free greens fees are offered.

There is also a gorgeous spa, exercise classes, interactive cooking classes, dance lessons, tequila tastings, Spanish lessons, wine tastings and more. Oh, and if you want to lay by the pool or relax on the beach with a good book, that’s OK, too!

Luxury Bahia Principe Akumal
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An all-inclusive resort about 1 hour south of Cancun offers great value. The resort is large but has numerous amenities and something for everyone in the family. Resort guests have access to 7 restaurants, 9 bars, and 3 pools. There are numerous daily activities, as well as a kids’ club.

The resort also offers access to the Riviera Maya Golf Club, a gorgeous, Robert Trent Jones II design. The course is in a spectacular setting, within the majestic wild Mayan jungle. Surrounded by beautiful natural lakes and water holes which, the combination of rocks, water, and lush vegetation, makes for a memorable golf experience.

In addition, the Luxury Bahia Principe Akumal features The Dolphinarium, with a number of dolphin experiences. Daily shows are offered and guests have an opportunity to experience a Dolphin Swim Program, a Dolphin Swim & Ride, a Dolphin Interactive Program & a Trainer for a Day experience.