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Riviera Maya Hotel

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Whether vacationers are seeking a romantic honeymoon, a pampering getaway or a just great deal, many of the hotels and resorts of the Riviera Maya are offering package options to satisfy even the most discriminating traveler.

Romance abounds with Ceiba del Mar Hotel & Spa's Romance Interlude Package. This package include seven nights accommodation in a deluxe, oceanview room with private balcony, upgrade to the Ceiba Club building, breakfast and dinner daily, bottle of wine and basket of fruit in the room upon arrival, deluxe romantic moonlight dinner by the pool or terrace with champagne, full body holistic massage for two, round-trip airport transfers, surprise gift and taxes. The package is priced at $2,980 per couple and is available until December 22, 2003. For more information call 1-877-545-6221 or visit www.ceibadelmar.com.

During the month of May (excluding Memorial Day) Maroma Resort & Spa will be offering a Yucatan Cuisine package perfect for mothers and daughters. A unique culinary experience and relaxing getaway in one, the package includes four nights accommodation, breakfast and ground transportation. The package also includes three cooking classes either in the kitchen or on the beach terrace with Maroma s Executive Chef Stephanie Rowe. Classes focus on regional favorites including making tortillas, the resort s signature lime soup and Cochinita Pibil (pork marinated in fruit juices and achiote spices and wrapped in banana leaf). Package is priced from $1,320 (double occupancy). For reservations call 1-866-454-9351 or visit www.maromahotel.com.

Hotel Hacienda Del Caribe, a 34-room hotel in Playa del Carmen is offering a package that is ideal for honeymooners or families. The package includes seven nights accommodation, breakfast daily, a 15% of discount on passes to the eco-parks Xcaret and Xel-Ha. Additionally children under 12 years old are free. The package is priced at $65 per room, per night (double occupancy) and is available from January 1 July 5, 2003. For more information call 011-52-984-87-33132 or visit www.haciendadelcaribe.com

A boutique luxury resort, Ikal del Mar is offering a selection of packages in 2003. The Timeless Honeymoon Package includes seven nights accommodation in a luxury villa with private plunge pool, fresh flowers upon arrival, one Asparalove massage per couple, performance of a Good Wish Imperial Mayan Ceremony, private candlelight dinner in villa with bottle of champagne, private snorkeling tour and round-trip airport transfers. The package is priced at $3,957 per couple (January 6 April 30, 2003) and $3,345 per couple (May 1 December 20, 2003). For more information call 1-888-230-7330 or visit www.slh.com/ikaldelmar.

Playa Inn Xaman-Ha Condos is offering an unbeatable special, stay for seven nights and only pay for six. The special includes beachfront accommodations with kitchen and daily breakfast buffet, and kids under 12 are free. This special is priced at $108 per person, per night (double occupancy) and is available May 3 November 15, 2003. For more information call 1-800-711-4080 or visit www.playainn.com

The 400-room all inclusive Viva Maya and the 234-room all inclusive Viva Azteca located in Playacar are offering a complimentary a honeymoon package to newlyweds staying a minimum of three nights. In addition to all meals, snacks, beverages, and unlimited non-motorized water sports, the honeymoon package includes an upgrade to a higher room category (based on hotel availability), bottle of champagne or sparkling wine, fresh fruit basket, tray of hors d oeuvres, picture or souvenir, and two Viva Resorts t-shirts. Nightly room rates at Viva Azteca rates from $112 and Viva Maya from $105 per person, per night. For more information call 1-800-898-9968 or visit www.vivaresorts.com.

For couples seeking a more intimate hotel, the 16-room Antigua Posada Barrio Latino is offering a 6 day/5 night honeymoon package. The package includes air-conditioned accommodations, continental breakfast and an Italian dinner. The package is available from April 1 December 20, 2003 and priced from $185 per room, per night. For more information call 011-52-984-87-32384 or visit www.posadabarriolatino.com.

Villa Amanecer Hotel & Condominiums, a small 21-room hotel in Playa del Carmen is offering a honeymoon package including five nights accommodation, continental breakfast, a romantic dinner at Yaxche restaurant in Playa del Carmen, fruit basket in room, a bouquet of tropical flowers, airport transfers and late check out. The package is priced at $279 per person (double occupancy) and is available January 7 March 31, 2003. For more information call 1-800-521-5200 or visit www.villa-amanecer.com.

Royal Hideaway Resort and Spa is offering a selection of day spa packages including the Aura Day. This package lasts for 3 to 4 hours, is priced at $140 and includes a deep conditioning treatment for the hair, wash and style, spa manicure and spa pedicure. The grand dame of spa packages, The Royal Day package includes an aromatherapy massage, facial, spa manicure, deluxe Royal Hideaway bathrobe, choice of body scrub or anti-stress and relaxing aroma balneotherapy, and choice of shampoo and style, body algae wrap or spa pedicure. This day-long package is priced at $370. For more information call 1-800-858-2258 or visit www.royalhideaway.com.

The seventy-five mile stretch, known as the Riviera Maya is situated in the Mexican Caribbean on the coastline of the Yucatan Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. Beginning eighteen miles south of the Cancun International Airport in Playa del Secreto, the Riviera Maya extends to Punta Allen, a small fishing village located within the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. The region features the tranquility of uncrowded beaches, a vast network of underground rivers, over 100 cenotes, the action of eco-adventure sports including kayaking, mountain biking, scuba diving, snorkeling, trekking, bird watching and deep sea fishing, proximity to many of Mexico's most significant Mayan archeological sites, the varied activities of the eco-archeological parks, plus golf courses, shopping, gourmet dining and a range of accommodations to suit every lifestyle and budget.

For more information on the Riviera Maya call 1-888-604-6044, 011-52-984-87-31260, 011-52-984-87-30003, email at info@rivieramaya.com or visit www.rivieramaya.com.

Edited by Dave Shultz

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