Hot new resorts designed for the ultimate winter vacation
It’s never too early to start planning your winter 2022-2023 vacation with so much to look forward to. From man-made cenotes to expansive on-site water parks, dining venues helmed by world-renowned chefs, state-of-the-art kids clubs and personalized service, the sun-soaked destinations of Mexico, Holguin and Panama are home to some of the most anticipated resorts opening their doors to Sunwing vacationers this year. With a range of family-friendly and adults only properties to stay, play and dine at, we’ve rounded up some of the stunning all inclusive resorts that are sure to become your new go-to winter vacation hot spots.
Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun
Riviera Maya is welcoming a new generation of all inclusive resorts with Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, just in time for the holiday season. Opening December 20, 2022, the first Royalton Splash in Mexico brings larger-than-life amenities you’ll love, from a Laser Tag arena with an arcade and bowling alley, to cooking classes and dance lessons and a spa with therapeutic treatments to indulge in. You can also beat the heat at one of the largest on-site water parks in the Caribbean and try out the resort’s 14 water slides, lazy rivers, kids splash pad and more. Plus, with more than 12 gourmet restaurants to choose from including Ma Maison’s fine French dining, you’ll never go hungry. Upgrade to Diamond Club™ for even more exclusive amenities and services!
Gran Muthu Almirante Beach
If you’re interested in a getaway to a Canadian favourite this winter, head to the famous Holguin shores in Cuba and stay at Gran Muthu Almirante Beach, a family-friendly oceanfront resort with a white-sand beach and plenty of opportunities for fun in the sun. New to Sunwing, parents and adults will love the adults pool with Bali beds or surfing and kayaking adventures along the coast while mini-vacations keep entertained at the on-site kids club and pirate-themed splash pad. Enjoy a seafood dinner at Mar Adentro or Asian Fusion delights at Yukata before sampling fine Cuban rum and cigar pairings and retiring to your oceanview or garden view room, including a section dedicated to adults only.
Royal Decameron Complex
Experience Riviera Nayarit’s beautiful Banderas Bay at our newly offered Royal Decameron Complex, an all inclusive property consisting of three hotels that share a host of amenities and services you’ll love. A convenient 20 minutes from the airport, there’s no shortage of excitement at this sprawling Bucerías paradise! You can start your day basking on the beach or lounging by one of the five pools, kick off the afternoon with a fun game of beach volleyball or settle in for a spa treatment inspired by Mayan traditions before dinner. Satisfy your taste buds at one of the international buffets or Japanese, Mediterranean and Thai restaurants, then enjoy a live show before getting a good night’s rest in Mexican colonial style-accommodations.
Secrets Moxche Playa Del Carmen by AMR Collection
Opening its doors last month, you can now look forward to Unlimited-Luxury™ getaways at Secrets Moxche Playa Del Carmen By AMR Collection, set within a gated community in Riviera Maya. Enjoy five-star amenities that speak to the water-lover in you, from a white-sand beach with water sports to sparkling pools and three man-made cenotes. You can also learn something new with dance and cocktail classes, yoga sessions and tennis clinics, or explore the area’s local attractions like Playa del Carmen’s famed Fifth Avenue, archeological sites in Tulum and complimentary green fees at championship golf courses. After a meal at one of the resort restaurants helmed by world-renowned chefs, close out the day in luxurious accommodations with well-appointed amenities.
Sensira Resort
Home to a sprawling pool area with adults only and kids pools, AquaPark with water slides, a state-of-the-art kids and teen club, climbing wall and zipline, you’ll have fun making memories together at Sensira Resort and Spa Riviera Maya in Mexico, new to Sunwing this year. Plus, with the resort’s themed restaurants, you can head to Europe without leaving the resort at the on-site La Tentazione inspired by northern Italian cuisine and the adults only Galerie Des Sens whose design channels Paris and the Louvre. Travelling with a partner of friend group? Level up your getaway when you book Amber room categories and stay in the resort’s adults only section with exclusive in-suite amenities and access to the private Bar Lounge.
Hotel Tesoro Del Atlantico
Families heading south this winter will love the free-form pools, poolside eats and kid-friendly amenities at Hotel Tesoro del Atlantico set on Cuba’s stunning shores of Holguin. As a family, you can do it all, from building sandcastles on the beach to exploring the ocean in pedal boats and venturing throughout the property on bikes ($). Parents can also enjoy some “me time” and treat themselves to massage ($) at Aguamarina spa while mini-vacationers enjoy supervised activities at the kids club. Even in Cuba, you can travel the world with a variety of dining options like Japanese specialties at Haiku or local favourites at Taino, and the adults only Barba Negra for a romantic dinner. When in Cuba, enjoy a cigar at the Fortuna Cigar Bar.
Riu Latino
The adults only Riu Latino opens its doors on October 1, 2022 in Costa Mujeres, Mexico, offering modern and sophisticated amenities suited to your every need. From snorkelling the coral reef to grabbing a cocktail at the pool’s swim-up bar and zooming down waterslides at the Splash Water World water park, there’s always something for you to do. Make some time for yourself and take in a steam at the on-site Renova Spa, or grab some mid-day bites at Pepe’s Grill or Italian plates at Milan before dancing the night away at Pacha nightclub. Plus, upgrade the romance and make the most of RIU’s Adults Only extras with premium brand drinks, a specialty wine list ($) and a romantic outdoor dinner ($)!
Royal Decameron Panama
Design your perfect sun and sand winter getaway at Royal Decameron Panama in the Central American oasis of Panama, now available to Sunwing vacationers. Explore the Gulf of Panama up close with water sport activities like windsurfing or snorkelling, or admire it relaxing poolside as the kids take off down the water slides! Plus, from the multipurpose sport court to the Mini Club and playground for kids, resort-offered classes and outdoor cinema, families can expect each day to be fun-filled with limitless opportunities for excitement. Elevate your tastebuds with gourmet Panamanian fare at El Pilon or enjoy breakfast and lunch at a private restaurant along with reservation priority at dinner when you upgrade to Plus room categories.
