Excellence Playa Mujeres in Cancun

This adults only resort is ideal for honeymooners and couples. If you are looking to experience the natural beauty of the Caribbean in a setting of all inclusive lunxury, then Excellence Playa Mujeres is perfect for you. It is situated among seven swimming pools on a powdery white sand beach. It just opened in November of 2007.

It is just 20 minutes north of Cancun. Playa Mujeres is the latest development destination in the region, removed from, but convenient to the activity of Cancun proper, a short cab ride away. You are 30 minutes from the Cancun airport.

The rooms are spacious, and all are junior suites. Each room has an L shaped sofa, 42 inch flat screen TV, marble double shower for two, double sinks, Each suite has a balcony or terrace, and there are swim up suites as well. Each room has a private round jacuzzi with indoor and outdoor access. 24 hour room service is offered. Each room has a "honeymoon door" which is a private "cabinet" that room service can be given, without disturbing you while you are in your room.

Some rooms have roof top terrace suites that offer privacy, a Hydro Spa pool and outdoor shower. You don't have to be in the club level to stay in a roof top suite. You can order room service from your roof top suite and it will be brought right to you, without leaving the Hydro Spa pool.




Staying in the club level gives you some extra benefits such as private check in and check out, concierge service, private lounges, free Internet, upgraded minibar and room service menu, 3 private pools, private beach area, complimentary beach bag and many more amenities.

The entertainment was excellent. The shows were better than the standard "all inclusive" resort. One day, the staff spent most of the day getting ready for a Caribbean beach party, complete with a band playing caribbean music, dancing, caribbean food and bar. One night was "romance night" where different entertainers sang romantic music and dancing with your partner under the stars was a treat!

The food was excellent and there were 8 restaurants on property and NO RESERVATIONS were needed! Great feature!

Here everything is taken care of and nothing is left out!




This article was written by Michele Daneker, Travel Consultant for Travel Concepts. If you'd like more information you can email her at michele@travelconceptsint.com or call her at 800-229-7228.

Punta Cana

From the moment you arrive here you are reminded you are in the Caribbean. The newly designed airport is integrated into the landscape with its thatched roofs and lush tropical plantings, you would hardly recognize it as an airport.



Travel to Punta Cana and be swept away into a secluded paradise, with forty miles of pearly beaches studded with palm trees, almost as pristine as when the island was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492. The crystalline waters where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic swirl in the vivid hues of indigo, turquoise, and aquamarine that you've seen only in your dreams.

We stayed at the Riu Palace in Punta Cana, which is located only 19 miles from the airport. Opened in 2006, this is the very latest addition to Riu’s outstanding resorts in the Dominican Republic.


Located on a spectacular stretch of white sandy beach, this magnificent property has 612 junior suites. And, staying here entitles you to exchange privileges to the 4 sister properties, the Riu Palace Macao, Riu Taino, Riu Naiboa and ClubHotel Riu Bambu, in the resort. I must say I love the Riu family of hotels. My daughter and I were treated like royalty here. It could be because she (my daughter Jill) is something else in a bathing suit, but we did receive a lot of attention during that stay. The Riu line of all-inclusive resorts combines luxury with entertainment, relaxation and pampering. They have five restaurants, in this one property, to choose from eating and believe me when I say the food was great. Next to eating, I also enjoyed sitting in the pool. Like most newer resorts their pool has seats built into the water. You can sit in the sun, covered in water; with the pool bar near by and the staff making sure your glass was always full.



The beach is also wonderful, the surf calm, the recliners ample. If you are a gambler you’ll have access to the casino located at the Riu Macao in the resort complex. My idea of the perfect vacation!

Punta Cana is considered the major resort area in the Dominican Republic. Several professional golf courses have been built in the region.

The nightlife inside the resorts is very lively. For those who like to explore off site, several small plazas and discotheques allow tourists to interact with local residents. Other tourist attractions have also been installed in the area, among them Manatí Park (a waterpark), Plaza Bolera Punta Cana (a shopping mall and bowling center), a Marina, and the Palma Real Shopping Center in Bávaro, housing well known facilities such as Hard Rock Cafe and Tony Romas. Personally though when I pay for an all-inclusive resort I stay onsite and get the most for my money.

This article was written by Diane Pajak, a Travel Consultant for Travel Concepts if you’d like more information or a quote for these fine resorts, call 800-229-7228.

A Tired Dog is a Happy Dog!

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For those who can't leave your pets behind here are some travel tips so visit your local pet supplies store:



• Make sure your pet's shots are up-to-date.

• Do not administer any medication or treatments without first discussing them with your veterinarian.

• Obtain documentation from your vet to show that your pet's vaccinations are current, and that your companion is healthy.

• If you are traveling to another country, check with that nation's embassy.

• Make sure your pets are wearing collars with current Identification tags.

• Pack any medications your pet may be taking.

• If you are traveling by automobile, think about the animal's safety as well as your own.

• Do not leave an animal unattended in a vehicle.

• Check with the Airline Carrier for specific requirements when traveling with your pet.

• Try to book a direct flight to your destination to eliminate additional stress by airline transfers.

• Call your hotel/motel ahead to confirm that pets are accepted and if any additional fees are required.



A Tired Dog is a Happy Dog!

July 14, 2008 6:39 PM