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Riviera Maya | 27 GRAND VELAS RIVIERA MAYA O O O O O A member of the Leading Hotels of the World, this resort has a 1,600- foot beach and luxury suites. Find a sanctuary at Grand Velas Spa, or experience a culinary tour through the awarded gourmet restaurants, including Cocina de Autor, one of the only Five Diamond restaurants in an all-inclusive in the world. Grand Velas redefines the standards of luxury with "Grand All- Inclusive." AAA Five Diamond. See ad on page 71. All-Inclusive 14 IBEROSTAR GRAND HOTEL PARAISO; GRAND COLLECTION O O O O O This luxurious Grand Collection, adults- only resort lets you enjoy ultimate luxury with butler service, four specialty restaurants, a personalized pillow menu, and 24-hour room service. Guests enjoy free round(s) of golf at an on-site 18-hole course with a 3-night minimum stay and have access to eight sister hotels in the area. AAA Four Diamond. See ad on page 64. All-Inclusive/ Adults-Only 15 IBEROSTAR PARAISO MAYA; PREMIUM GOLD O O O O O This Mayan-influenced Premium Gold beachfront resort offers concierge and 24-hour room service; five specialty restaurants; seven pools, including the only wave pool in the Riviera Maya; two private pools; a children's water playground; and a lazy river. An on-site 18-hole golf course, spa, disco, kids club (ages 4 –12), and access to seven sister hotels provide fun for everyone. See ad on page 64. All-Inclusive 16 LUXURY BAHIA PRINCIPE AKUMAL DON PABLO COLLECTION O O O O O The second in the Don Pablo Collection in the Riviera Maya and within the Grand Bahia Principe Complex, this resort offers richly decorated junior suites, VIO amenities, and unlimited dining at all à la carte restaurants. Also available: access to the Pueblo Principe shopping center, an 18-hole golf course, plus three pools with children's sections and pool bars. See ad on page 74. All-Inclusive 17 LUXURY BAHIA PRINCIPE SIAN KA'AN; DON PABLO COLLECTION O O O O O This beautiful boutique hotel is set right on the Riviera Maya Golf Course, just a short tram ride away. The hotel offers complete 24-hour all-inclusive programs and exchange privileges with three other resorts. Here, you'll have access to à la carte restaurants, butler service, Bahia Spa, 24-hour room service, live music, the casino, and shows. See ad on page 74. All-Inclusive/Adults-Only 18 PARADISUS PLAYA DEL CARMEN LA ESMERALDA O O O O O Located 45 minutes from Cancun's airport, this oceanfront resort is just a few steps away from Playa del Carmen. This family resort provides a relaxed ambiance with 510 suites, including 64 swim-ups. The Family Concierge services offer activities for kids and teens; all-day assistance; an exclusive Family Concierge restaurant; The Olio Grill; and much more. See ad on page 75. All-Inclusive 19 PARADISUS PLAYA DEL CARMEN LA PERLA O O O O O Located on a stunning small bay, this adults-only luxury resort has 394 elegantly appointed suites, 60 of which are swim-ups. Paradisus' signature Royal Service offers all-inclusive luxury in an exclusive environment, where amenities include butler service; private pool and beach areas; La Palapa Restaurant; an à la carte restaurant for adults to enjoy; and more. See ad on page 75. All-Inclusive/Adults-Only 20 ROYAL HIDEAWAY PLAYACAR O O O O O A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, this all-inclusive, adults-only, beachfront retreat is just steps from Playa Del Carmen. Highlights include 200 elegantly-appointed rooms and suites; a full-service spa; a Chef's Table experience; private villa concierge; six gourmet à la carte restaurants; a dinner theater; non-motorized water sports; land sport activities; and complimentary wireless Internet access. See ad on page 73. All-Inclusive/Adults-Only 21

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