The RIU Palace Pacifico in Riviera Nayarit has been called the Giant Wedding Cake of resorts. Not for its high rate of marriages that take place there, if they do, but because of its unique decore. The RIU Palace Pacifico is all about making its guest feel as comfortable as possible, using the unique and modern decorations, the friendly service, and the quiet atmosphere. This specific resort is a little higher end because they are targeting a very unique genre of guests; people who want that special quiet and private enviroment and who are willing to pay a little extra to get it. This RIU has 445 jr. suites availible and is located directly on the Flamingos Beach, providing it with that exotic, adventurous feel that a person can readily enjoy with relaxing on the beach sipping on the All-Inclusive beverages offered by this resort. Some of the great activities to be found at the Palace Pacifico could be the gym, jacuzzis, steam rooms, spas, and even a unique cold-stone massage. The area around the resort offers many areas to be explored and experienced, whether your pleasure is art, surfing, or just dancing and relaxing.

The RIU Palace Pacifico is a great place to go and experience this particular area of the world (Riviera Nayarit) but if you would like to try somewhere else, it might be worth it to check into the RIU hotels website for more locations! RIU has many different hotels in many different locations, including Playa del Carmen, Mazatlan, and there is talk of a new RIU resort being build in Huatulco! These resorts are all top notch and are kept up with about $45 million in repairs each year! Visit TropicalTravel.net to book your vacation today!

 The Royal Hideaway Playacar in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is a 5-star rated hotel; and has only 200 rooms, on 13 acres, and is 77% occupied year-around. There are 11 colonial-style villas, each with its own concierge. Each villa has 14 to 20 rooms on two or three levels. There are walking paths following a meandering stream throughout the whole property. Concierges can arrange anything a guest wants, from spa treatments, to dinner reservations, airport transfers, off-site tours, dry cleaning, packing and unpacking services, and more. There is a staff of 400 with a ratio of 2.2 staff to each guest room.

 Activities offered at no extra cost are: non-motorized water sports, which includes kayaks and catamarans; an introductory scuba class in the main pool, bike rentals, tennis courts, cooking classes, Spanish language lessons, dance lessons, a fitness center, live entertainment (including trivia contests). There is a library on-site also (which includes DVD rentals). Each room has a DVD player.

Dining options include six different restaurants, ranging from traditional a la carte cuisine, to the exquisite Las Ventanas restaurant.

This is an Adults Only resort — no one below the age of 13 is allowed. If you want gorgeous seaside views, a variety of activities, great food, and no large crowds, consider the Royal Hideaway.
 

 What do you look for in your perfect beach?  Beautiful, soft sand, pristine water, and breathtaking views?  Well in Mexico you can find these plus many other important features in their beaches.  When you find a beach that embodies all these traits, you then come down from your high when you realize that everyone else is looking for these same things in a beach, therefore making the beach too crowded to allow you relaxation.  That’s why you need to keep an eye out for the secluded, but beautiful, beaches of Mexico.

 In Mexico you can find beaches which mix the attractions you look for, and the privacy you wish for.  You will be able to find large areas of beautiful soft sand with the crashing waves on one side, and the jungle on the other.  Also you will be able to pleasure in viewing the relics of Mayan Civilization located right on the beach.  Many hotels (such as Four Seasons and Fairmont) have reserved private beaches for their guests.  But since Mexico is growing more popular by the day, the beaches – even the little-known paradises – are at risk for being over run by tourists and locals alike. 

 Though Mexico’s popularity keeps growing, you can still find many options for a secluded beach in Mexico.  One you may come across if you look hard enough is Tulum, found south of Cancun and has very soft and beautiful sand.  Or Playa del Carmen, its beautiful white sands are roomy and private, even though this beach is rather popular.  Another is if you go to the western side of the country.  Most beaches on the western side are very popular among surfers, as the beaches offer rocky coasts and stronger waves.  Or Cabo San Lucas which is protected and hidden; some of the best beaches of Mexico are in North Cabo.  And Oaxaca, where the beaches are more difficult to reach, but are worth it, offering less-trafficked but equally pristine beaches.