‘Tis the Season to Swim With Whale Sharks
Swimming with whale sharks is an experience of a lifetime. Cancun is one of the world’s best locations to see and swim with these majestic creatures.
Villa Bel Ha: Jungle Meets Beach Luxury
Overlooking Xpu-Ha beach from a private, 50-acre family jungle estate is Bel Ha, a four-bedroom beachfront oasis with full staff.
Where to Work Out in Playa
Global Wellness Day is upon us and while we like to celebrate living well year round, we’ll use this day to turn things up a notch.
12 Days of a Maya Luxe Christmas
On the FIRST day of your Maya Luxe Christmas holiday... settle into your villa and clink your glasses upon arrival, toasting to an amazing week (or two) to come!
Casa Selva: Self-Sufficient Luxury
With the rise in the popularity of image sharing it seems like there has been an increase in celebrating minute details of existence...
Mediterranean Cuisine: CGrill
In the hierarchy of Playa real estate, the beach reigns supreme. In the hierarchy of beach clubs? The Thompson Beach House takes the crown...
Honoring Ancestors: The Day of the Dead
As kids across Canada and the United States dress up as skeletons and superheroes for Halloween, families in Mexico are beginning their own multi-day holiday, one with similar roots (and ghouls) but a deeper, spiritual meaning.
Paradise Found in Puerto Aventuras
Do you want to know what paradise is? It’s not swaying hammocks under shaded palms, just steps from the ocean across a soft sand beach (though the case could be made for that too).
Quinta Clara: Edge of Sophistication
Just half a block from the beach, one of Playa del Carmen's most popular villas is not slowing down any time soon. Step inside...
Villa Uno: The Grade Above
On entering Villa Uno, you and your entourage will glide through breathtaking modern art in this luxury downtown villa. Designed by Legorreta + Legorreta, Villa Uno boasts...
Meliponas: A Stunning Sanctuary
Dedicated to the preservation of the jungle in general and the Melipona in particular, the truly unique place invites visitors to come learn about its projects, enjoy the land and, hopefully, spread the word.
El Patron: The Ultimate Guys Getaway
When you pull up to El Patron villa in Cancun it becomes increasingly clear why this luxury residence is named “The Boss”.
The Gateway to Mexico
Word of mouth has done a lot for the Riviera Maya’s reputation as a top travel destination which explains...
A Sacred Mayan Crossing
On May 20th, 350 canoers crossed over from Xcaret Park to the island of Cozumel, in a re-enactment of an ancient pre-Hispanic pilgrimage to pay tribute to the Mayan moon goddess Ixchel.
French Food Trifecta: Playa Edition
If you’re in Playa del Carmen and you love French food then you can have your macaron and eat it too. Playa boasts several quality...
Beach Paradise
Last year our beaches went through a period of transition. The entire Caribbean experienced high levels of seaweed throughout 2015...