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Just Back From: Cancun-Riviera Maya Wine & Food Festival

Known for idyllic beaches and majestic Mayan ruins, Mexico's Riviera Maya is gaining ground as a culinary destination. So we checked out their second annual food fest and were definitely not disappointed.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on March 20, 2013 at 3:02:39 PM EDT in Events, Restaurants Tagged: Riviera Maya, Mexico, Food, Festivals
Luxury All-Inclusive Paradisus Resort Opens in Cancun

Paradisus has opened its fifth resort, this time in Cancun, Mexico. Nothing like some all-inclusive amenities to banish that winter chill from your bones.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on December 06, 2012 at 5:00:20 PM EST in Hotels, News Tagged: Resorts, All-Inclusive, Hotels
Mayan Ruins to See Before the "End of the World"

Riviera Maya is one of Mexico's most beautiful beach destinations, but it's also home to an incredible array of ruins dating back thousands of years. Hurry and get some ancient adventure in before it's all over.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on August 23, 2012 at 4:39:08 PM EDT in Arts & Culture, Trip Ideas Tagged: Mexico, Sights,
Cancun and Riviera Maya Emerging as a Culinary Destination

It's not uncommon to dine at a buffet on holiday in the Rivera Maya. But those lines are about to get much shorter. Mexico's Caribbean coastline is experiencing a much-needed culinary renaissance, treating guests to buzzing concept restaurants and talented, emerging chefs cooking up more than a taco platter.

Posted by Jimmy Im on May 04, 2012 at 6:20:24 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Riviera Maya, Mexico, Cuisine, Food, Food and Wine
Top Travel Rewards from Airline, Hotel, and Credit Card Programs

Spring is in the air and summer vacation is just on the horizon, making it prime time for travel rewards holders to cash in their points and miles for trips. Whether you've racked up rewards credits via airline, hotel, or credit card programs, lots of juicy trips are currently up for grabs.

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on April 20, 2012 at 11:43:46 AM EDT in Deals, Travel Tips, Rewards Programs Tagged: Deals, Rewards, Munich, Tokyo, France, Paris, Boston, Colorado, Caribbean, Florida, Las Vegas, New York City
5 Spring Break Getaways for Grown-ups

Looking to indulge in a spring break escape, minus the throngs of drunken college kids and $3 tequila shots? Here are five suggestions for sophisticated spring break getaways for grown-ups, delivering romantic brushes, adrenaline rushes, gastronomic indulgences, and more.

Posted by Donna Heiderstadt on March 15, 2012 at 12:11:17 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Morocco, Belize, Mexico, Los Angeles, Vancouver
Best Spa Weekend Escapes

Sometimes, a girl just needs to get away for the weekend for a little relaxation and rejuvenation. At these luxury hotels, ladies can pamper themselves while indulging in the finest spa treatments. Just make sure you don’t enjoy yourself so much that you miss work on Monday!

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on February 14, 2012 at 4:08:00 PM EST in Trip Ideas, Spas, Trip Ideas Tagged: Spa, Spa and Beauty, Women, Health, Palm Beach, Florida, Finger Lakes, New York, Oregon, Boston, Massachusetts, Vail, Colorado, Mexico
Is Travel in Mexico Safe?

Last week, just before Spring Break season kicked off, the US Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs an updated warning for US travelers in Mexico. The department’s primary concern is with the activity of Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs), whose clashes with Mexican authorities and each other have caused a surge in violence in certain areas of the country.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on February 13, 2012 at 2:49:35 PM EST in Travel Tips, News Tagged: Mexico, Riviera Maya, Safety, Tulum
Follow this tip for a relaxing evening out in Cancun

Follow this tip for a relaxing evening out in Cancun.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on February 04, 2012 at 1:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips Tagged: Mexico, Restaurants
Find out the best way to see the sights in Cancun

Because there are so few sights in Cancun, there are no orientation tours. Your best bet is to ride the local bus circuit to get a feel for the island's layout. The buses run 24 hours a day, and you'll rarely have to wait more than five minutes.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on January 25, 2012 at 1:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips, Travel Tips Tagged: Mexico, Transportation