Riviera Maya, Mexico

I just returned from a FABULOUS trip to the Riviera Maya. This is the area, just south of Cancun on the Yucatan Pennisula. My husband and I went for a quick 4 night trip to celebrate our 10 year anniversary. It was wonderful; beautiful weather, great beaches, yummy drinks and food....ahhh, totally relaxing. We stayed at the Iberostar Lindo Paraiso Beach. This is a 4.5 star resort and is a part of the Iberostar Paraiso Beach complex. There are 5 Iberostar Resorts on this property ranging from the 4 star Iberostar Paraiso Beach to the 5 star, adults-only Iberostar Grand. This is a fantastic property, well managed with wonderful service. The Lindo shares restaurants with the Maya, but nothing was ever crowded. The pools and gardens are gorgeous and there is TONS to do for families; playground, kids program, lazy river(see picture above), wave pool, etc.

We also took one day to explore the Mayan Ruins of Chichen Itza. As part of our excursion, we were taken to a natural sink hole, where we were able to swim. REFRSHING! Then off to the ruins. Our guide, Serg, was amazing. His family was part Mayan and you could tell how much he LOVED sharing the stories of the ancient Mayan. It was facinating. This also made for a great combination of beach/sun and a little adventure.

This was a great vacation!