4 places to explore in the Caribbean and Mexico
2020 is finally behind us and we can’t say we’ll miss it! With a new year comes a fresh start, and plenty of us are looking for inspiration on where to plan our much-anticipated vacation. To help you start dreaming of your next getaway, we rounded up four of the top places to explore in 2021. From secluded car-free islands to historic cities and breathtaking beaches, get inspired for your next vacation.
Get back to nature in Isla Holbox
Explore the great outdoors with a getaway to Isla Holbox. This car-free island is located in the Yum Balam Nature Reserve off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula and is the perfect destination for travellers looking to reconnect with nature. Bike along the pristine white-sand beach, snorkel through the crystal-clear waters, keep an eye out for 100 different species of birds in the lush jungle and swim with whale sharks in the summer months. No matter your adventure style, there’s something for everyone on Isla Holbox.
Where to stay: The boutique-style Mystique Holbox by Royalton is an ideal home base for exploring all that the island has to offer. With just 38 luxurious suites, you’ll still feel like you have the place to yourself as you sip your morning coffee on your balcony or soak up the sun by the pristine beach. After a day of exploration, enjoy a gourmet and interactive dining experience at the on-site Fresco Artful Cuisine.
Travel back in time in Havana
Can’t decide between a city getaway and a beach retreat? When you head to Cuba, you don’t have to! Enjoy the best of both worlds when you stay on the white-sand shores of Varadero and embark on an overnight excursion to the island’s iconic capital city of Havana. You’ll visit some of the city’s most famous sites like Revolution Square, El Morro Castle and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Havana. Along the way, you’ll learn all about Havana’s fascinating culture and rich history including one of the city’s most famous residents, American author Ernest Hemingway.
Where to stay: When you’re not strolling along the cobblestone streets of Havana, you can soak up the sun on the famous white-sand shores of the Hicacos Peninsula at Grand Memories Varadero. This Sunwing favourite resort is nestled along a beautiful stretch of beach with complimentary water sports like windsurfing, kayaking and catamaran rides.
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Plan the ultimate sun and sand getaway in Punta Cana
After a stressful 2020, we could all do with some relaxation – and there’s no better way to destress than with a classic sun and sand getaway. Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic is home to some of the world’s best beaches like Bavaro Beach, Macao Beach, Uvero Alto Beach and Cap Cana. Soak up the sun on the pristine shores of your resort beach or head out on a Sunwing Experiences excursion to the tropical paradise of Saona Island, a desert island where you can spend the day at an exclusive beach club.
Where to stay: Wake up just steps from the white-sand shores of Playa Arena Gorda at Riu Palace Bavaro. This top-rated luxury resort offers quintessential relaxing getaways in a tropical setting. Plus, you’ll enjoy exclusive RIU Palace inclusions like convenient beachside wait service so you don’t have to leave your lounge chair, free Wi-Fi around the resort (perfecting for posting your Insta-worthy beach pics) and 24-hour room service for any late night or early morning cravings.
Embrace a new culture in Cancun
One of the best parts of travelling is discovering new cultures and trying new things. After almost a year without visiting someplace new, you’ll have a blast embracing the Mexican culture in the popular vacation destination of Cancun! Try delicious and authentic dishes like chilaquiles, tostadas, enchiladas, tamales and (of course) tacos and guacamole at one of downtown Cancun’s local restaurants. Learn about the country’s ancient history and the fascinating Mayan civilization on a guided tour of archaeological sites like Chichén Itzá (one of the Seven Wonders of the New World), Tulum and Ek’Balam.
Where to stay: Stay in the heart of the action at the adults only Royalton CHIC Suites Cancun Resort and Spa. This luxurious resort is located just steps from the hustle and bustle of downtown Cancun where you can shop for souvenirs, listen to live music and mingle with the locals. Head to the resort’s Agave restaurant to try delicious Mexican dishes like Baja Fish Tacos, Tacos Al Pastor and Chicken Tortilla Soup.
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