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Dave and I don’t really do all-inclusive resorts. In fact, we recently tried it for the first time in Cuba and didn’t really enjoy it. The hotel was dated, sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer the food was just ok, and there wasn’t all that much to do except sit by the pool or relax on the beach.
And this might be alright for some but it didn’t really suit our style. What we like about travel is the chance to embrace new cultures and meet the locals. Apartments suit our travel method, as we’re on the road all of the year, so living at a hotel can get a little tedious.
And let me tell you – there are all-inclusive resorts and then there are luxury all-inclusive resorts. In the all-inclusive in Cuba I felt like I was just trying to save a few dollars by eating at the resort each day, and therefore the whole place felt a bit tacky.
In comparison… well actually, you can’t really sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer compare it. Dreams sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer Riviera was a different world to our all-inclusive in Cuba. I felt as though I was (and please don’t judge me) a rock star. I mean – there was a jacuzzi on our balcony! And it overlooked the ocean!
We took a taxi organised through the resort to downtown Cancun and it cost around US$45 for the forty minute journey. Thankfully there were four of us so we could split it, but this is still ridiculously expensive for Mexico. However, you will face these fees no matter what resort you stay in, as they all have a monopoly sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer on the taxis.
There were two jacuzzi baths – one in the bathroom in our room and the other one on the balcony. The balcony itself was very large (we were on the top floor) and provided enough room for us to comfortably eat out there on the table if we wanted to. In fact, the space could probably seat six people.
The bathrooms came with numerous towels and many toiletries including sunscreen. It was the first place I’ve ever stayed that provided sunscreen and I was impressed by this thoughtful touch. (I think this is only a Preferred Club option though – I’m not sure all rooms get this treatment.)
On our last evening we ate in Bordeaux, the gourmet French sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer restaurant that was adults sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer only. With its dimly lit rooms and partitioned booths, it makes for the perfect place for a romantic meal. We could order foie gras, duck and camembert. I was in heaven.
Yes, it’s ironic to be eating French food in Mexico, especially when Mexican food is so delicious, but the beauty of Dreams Riviera is that they do Mexican food very well too. And we were lucky enough to be at the resort for Mexican Independence Day where they put on a show in one of their function rooms, complete with a Mexican feast.
Every morning we ate at the buffet restaurant, World Café, which served up everything you could possibly want for breakfast (aside from brown bread, which seems to be a scarcity in Mexico). I particularly enjoyed the fresh fruit buffet. Some of the fruits were so exotic to me that I didn’t even know their names, but I made sure I tried them all.
Each day when the maid comes to clean your room she leaves a newsletter on the bed explaining what the day’s activities are. These include windsurfing, beach volleyball and water aerobics in the pool.
Dave and I worked out in the gym one morning, running on the treadmills overlooking the garden surrounding the spa. If I’m going to sweat in such a luxurious place, I may as well enjoy a pretty view while I do it.
In the afternoon we took it easy and had fun swimming around the hydropools attached sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer to the spa. Hydropools sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer are quite the experience – you can sit on a bed immersed sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer in the water while bubbles stream from the concrete mattress giving you a massage all over.
This is a hard question because the list is too long! But compared to other resorts, here are three things I really enjoyed: We didn’t have to wear wristbands. I’m not sure how they police any unwanted guests but I hate wearing a tacky wristband for days on end, so it’s a nice touch. The infinity pool onto the beach. Although I was tempted to spend all day on our private rooftop jacuzzi, when we did swim in the pool it was lovely to look straight onto the beach and admire the view. The minibar… which was re-stocked each day and included in the all-inclusive price. It was great to mix a drink or two in our room to enjoy on the balcony.
The wifi was sometimes a little spotty. It worked in our room although we had to log in a few times to keep the connection going. When we left the room we often had to log into other areas of the resort – such as the pool area – which can get a little annoying at times.
Cost: The cheapest room at Dreams Riviera is US$161.50 per person and this gives you access sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer to the facilities and all the restaurants. For this you also still get an indoor jacuzzi and your own private balcony which overlooks the garden or jungle surrounding the property.
Booking: You can easily book online here . But if you’re travelling in the low season, make sure to scourer the net to find a good deal. Low season is generally during hurricane season from June – November.
comments September 25, 2014 Carmen Allan-Petale Dreams Resorts sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer , Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort , featured , Mexico , Puerto Morelos , resorts in Mexico , review of Dreams Resort Hotels , Reviews , Videos 6 comments on Review: Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort Spa in Puerto Morelos, Mexico Andrea Anastasiou September 26, 2014 at 5:18 am said:
Erm, sooooooooo jealous right now! Especially following our overnight train and trek from hell! Andrea Anastasiou recently posted A Versus sisterhood of the traveling pants trailer A: Saigon or Hoi An? Carmen Allan-Petale September 26, 2014 at 8:40 am said:
This is really interesting. So many mixed reviews of all inclusive hotels in Mexico. I will now recommend Dreams if I know anyone looking for a Mexican trip. Carmen Allan-Petale September 26, 2014 at 8:40 am said:
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