Riu has hotels worldwide and the one we stayed at was in Playa Del Carmen. At a daily rate of approximately $400 you get:
- to enjoy the comforts of a 400 sq ft junior suite complete with a well stocked mini bar and liquor dispenser
- eat till your heart (or stomach's) content
- try every single cocktail on the menu (there were at least 20 )
- order room service 24/7
- use the gym, Jacuzzi and steam rooms at the spa
- participate in day-time activities (such as salsa dancing, Spanish classes, poolside bingo)
- and be entertained nightly by live Vegas style performances.
Unlike the typical stigma of resort food -- everything here was really fresh, served piping hot and there were new things to try on a daily basis. Specially noted is their bacon -- so flavourful and crispy I ate them like chips every morning! You can find bars throughout the hotel, pool side and in cabanas along the beach. Surprisingly with all the unlimited drinking going on, this place still maintained its class and order.


So after 3 days I admit I was starting to feel restless. Luckily there are agents on site whom you can purchase tour packages from. We went on a day trip to visit the Mayan Villages -- this is the same village where the 99 year old Shaman from the movie, Apocalypto calls home. As well I got a chance to swim in a cenote (fresh water hole) and climb the last ruin in Coba (yay! Worked off the calories from my breakfast buffet).



If you are the beach bum type, there is certainly no shortage of water sports. For a reasonable fee you can windsurf, kayak, body board, snorkel or rent a jet-ski, catamaran, etc. If you like golfing, you'll definitely be challenged at the 18 hole course or if you are more into relaxation, book a massage, manicure or facial at the on-site spa.

So all in all, I had a fabulous time and definitely recommend the Riu Palace Resort to anyone looking for an all-inclusive tropical vacation. Gracias to the wonderful staff for their warm and generous hospitality.

So all in all, I had a fabulous time and definitely recommend the Riu Palace Resort to anyone looking for an all-inclusive tropical vacation. Gracias to the wonderful staff for their warm and generous hospitality.
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