When it comes to having the best possible vacation in Cancun and the Riviera Maya, choosing just the right resort is your most important decision. Location, rooms, food, ambiance, activities … there’s just so much to consider.

At Maritime Travel, we don’t take that decision lightly. We’ve polled our national network of friendly, knowledgeable travel counsellors … the ones who have personally visited each of these resorts. We’ve also talked to our customers who have stayed at these select properties in Cancun and the Riviera Maya.

The result is the brochure you hold in your hands. With each turn of the page, you’ll receive an insider’s look into properties whose quality and value have earned them our “Counsellor’s Choice” seal of approval.

At Maritime Travel, customer satisfaction is our top priority. It’s not enough to recommend a nice property, it has to be one that’s just right for you. We want you to have the best possible holiday so you’ll return to us for your next vacation, and refer us to your friends. Once you’ve gotten the inside scoop on our recommended properties in Cancun and the Riviera Maya, and have short-listed a few that seem right, we encourage you to talk to your Maritime Travel counsellor.  After all, We Know Travel Best!
 
Resort information and conditions are subject to change after this brochure has been printed and posted online. 

Cancun & Riviera Maya Recommended Resorts
	Cancun & Riviera Maya - General Information Sugar-fine sands and turquoise water, an intriguing Mayan heritage complete with ancient ruins, sparkling all-inclusive resorts — Cancun and the Riviera Maya share it all. ...
	Cancun & Riviera Maya - Excursions 100 Miles ofAdventure... There are dozens of exciting things to do in Cancun and along the Riviera Maya. Here are some of our top picks.
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Cancun
	Excellence Playa Mujeres * * * * * One of the newest resorts to open in the Cancun area, Excellence Playa Mujeres is a luxury adults-only escape nestled on a two-mile stretch of white-sand beach and within 25 minutes of the international airport. The resort community also boasts an inland marina and a wo...
	RIU Palace Las Americas * * * * * With a fantastic location directly on a white-sand beach and just minutes from world-class shopping and entertainment, the RIU Palace Las Americas is a spectacular resort. Lovers of architecture and design won't be disappointed. The food also gets great reviews.  ...
	Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa * * * * ½ With its enviable location in the heart of the lively hotel district,Dreams Cancun, located on the exclusive shore point known as Punta Cancun, is the only resort in the area to be  surrounded by the Caribbean Sea on three sides. This resort’s many amenities, dinin...
	Barcelo Costa Cancun Spa Resort * * * * ½ Situated at the Playa Linda bridge, which joins Cancun's Hotel Zone island to the mainland, the Barcelo Costa Cancun Spa Resort boasts a pretty beach with calm waters for swimming. This is a compact resort with Mediterranean flair. If you like cruise excursions, you can...
Mayan Riviera
	Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa * * * * * Just five minutes from Tulum, this hacienda-style resort provides Unlimited-Luxury® featuring two swimming pools, one with a children’s pool and swim-up bar, an Explorer’s Club for kids, a full-service Dreams Spa by Pevonia, state-of-art fitness center, eight gou...
	Royal Hideaway Playacar * * * * * Located directly on stunning Playacar Beach and just five minutes from the lively seaside town of Playa del Carmen, Royal Hideaway Playacar offers five-star comforts for discerning travellers (13+).An enchanting resort! "If there is one thing that stands out about this...
	The Royal in Playa del Carmen * * * * * With a picture-perfect location at the end of Playa del Carmen's main shopping street and yet on a pretty stretch of beach, the all-suite Royal in Playa del Carmen is the perfect choice for adult couples and friends, who want lavish, surroundings and a good beach, plus ...
	Paradisus Riviera Cancun * * * * * Tucked away in a secluded beachfront setting in Puerto Morelos, Paradisus Riviera Cancun is a stylish and upscale resort offering an unparalleled level of service. It’s all about pampering and relaxation at this five-star resort, which caters equally to couples and fami...
	RIU Palace Mexico * * * * * Boasting a fabulous beachfront setting just 10 minutes from the tropical town of Playa del Carmen, the RIU Palace Mexico offers wonderful services and amenities matched only by the personalized service of the staff.  Staying at this resort means enjoying full excha...
	Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa * * * * * Nestled among 71 acres of lush, tropical foliage, Secrets Capri is an elegant Mediterranean- style hideaway that’s made for romance. This adults-only, Preferred Club, Unlimited-Luxury® resort is focused on providing enhanced levels of services and amenities to al...
	Barcelo Maya Colonial Beach * * * * * The entire Barcelo Maya Resort complex is enormously popular with Canadians. Its newest area - the Barcelo Maya Colonial Beach – is making this even more so. It is known for its fabulous lagoon-style pools, upscale dining and great service. This new section is made up o...
	Occidental Grand Xcaret * * * * ½   With a truly unique location adjacent to the eco-archeological park of Xcaret, the Occidental Grand Xcaret combines breathtaking surroundings along with many amenities and comforts including 11 restaurants and bars. Just steps from the resort, guests can partake...
	Dreams Puerto Aventuras * * * * ½   Set amidst the beauty and mystery of the Mayan coast, Dreams Puerto Aventuras is ocated on a private beach in a marina community. Situated perfectly between Tulum and Cancun, this Unlimited-Luxury® resort offers crystalline pools, hideaway beach spots, wate...
	Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya * * * * * Located 20 miles south of the lively seaside town of Playa del Carmen, Grand Sirenis sits amid fabulous natural surroundings, including several Mayan ruins, five  gorgeous beaches, and a large offshore coral reef. “Grand Sirenis is a special place. The service i...
	Barcelo Maya Palace * * * * * The most luxurious resort in Barcelo’s five-hotel complex located between the sizzle of Cancun and the ruins of Tulum, the Barcelo Maya Palace is designed to envelop guests in tranquil beachfront elegance. You’ll love the Colonial-style architecture and lush, tropical l...
	Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun * * * * * Secrets Maroma Beach is tucked away on secluded Maroma Beach, voted the World’s Best Beach by the Travel Channel four years in a row. This Unlimited-Luxury® haven provides  opulence to the most discerning traveler with a pure white sand beach and stunning oc...
	Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun * * * * *  A modern marvel in contemporary design, Secrets Silversands brings sophistication and distinction to the Riviera Maya. This all-suite resort presents Unlimited-Luxury® in an innovative way featuring suspended beds, chic modern fabrics, alluring décor and...
	Grand Riviera Princess All Suites Resort & Spa * * * * * Located 45 minutes south of Cancun and just 10 minutes from the eclectic beachfront town of Playa del Carmen, this resort is known for its upscale amenities and innovative cuisine. “With the all-white architecture and colorful, tropical gardens, this resort is absolute...