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5 Beach Resorts That Are Ideal for Your Next Retreat
Moon Palace The Grand Cancun Cancun, Mexico
This four-diamond all-inclusive resort has luxurious accommodations, a fantastic location between lush tropics and a white-sand beach, and some of the best amenities in all of Cancun. Nine outdoor pools and five swim-up bars are perfect for lounging with a drink in hand while you work on your tan, while the onsite waterpark has everything you need for a day of fun with the family. Pull out the putter and go for a hole-in-one at mini golf, float serenely down the lazy river, or drop in and hang ten at the ProFlow® Triple wave simulator. Work up a sweat with yoga, spinning, and pilates classes or simply a good old-fashioned workout at the fitness center. Want a little time to yourself to unwind? Schedule a full day of pampering at Awe Spa with everything from Mayan-inspired massages to revitalizing intravenous therapies. Dine at the 11 onsite restaurants, which range from fine French cuisine to a succulent steakhouse and even a restaurant designed for kids, by kids, or head to the resort’s sister property for even more options. With nightly entertainment, a bowling alley, a karaoke bar, a speakeasy bar, and even a nightclub with Cancun’s hottest party scene and best live DJs, there are endless ways to have the night of your life at Moon Palace The Grand Cancun.
Amanyara is one of the most serene getaways on the planet with truly world-class amenities. Where else can you join a tennis and pickleball clinic led by tennis star John Isner before heading down to The Restaurant to enjoy a serving of banana leaf-wrapped barramundi? Maybe you'd rather enjoy an al fresco dining experience, opting for a woodfired pizza or fresh yellowtail ceviche at The Beach Club. It's easy to customize your experience here, from endless activities like private boat tours of the island and snorkeling in coral reefs to the world-class spa with its island-inspired treatments. Of course, if you’re tempted to spend your days going from the pool to the beach and back again, no judgment—it's your vacation, live however you want.
Escape to a luxurious paradise at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas in the Dominican Republic. This getaway, located on 7,000 acres of lush tropical terrain, with a stretch of private beach and dazzling amenities, invites guests to indulge, relax, and enjoy the experience. There’s no better way to truly treat yourself than by making a trip to The Spa Casa de Campo, which is the only spa in the Dominican Republic to be recognized with a Four-Star award by Forbes Travel Guide. This expansive indoor-outdoor spa has everything you could need to feel your best, from red-light therapy facials and Himalayan salt stone massages to fresh fruit juice and an innovative hydrothermal circuit. With a full-service salon and a state-of-the-art fitness center with an array of group classes, a stay at Casa de Campo will leave you feeling (and looking!) fabulous.
A relaxing Miami Beach vacation is just what you’ve been missing, and where better to escape to than the largest spa on the eastern seaboard? Everything at Carillon Miami Wellness Resort is top-notch, but their expansive wellness offerings are a sight to behold, with nearly every treatment you can think of— from hypnotherapy to cutting-edge tech treatments, to sugar scrubs—available under one roof. This provides the opportunity for a wildly customizable spa experience, one you won’t exhaust after just one day full of treatments. The rest of the hotel is just as lovely, with dining including the Michelin-starred Tambourine Room, and each accommodation is apartment-style, some even with two bedrooms. Looking to get serious about self-care? Look into the resort’s Health Retreats, which offer one-of-a-kind experiences designed to align physical, mental, and spiritual health. The customized plans are tailored to your goals, whether that’s men’s or women’s health, weight loss, anti-aging, energy renewal, or other health concerns.
On a sleepy stretch of coastline between the travel hotspots of Cancun and Tulum sits Playa del Carmen, a cozy resort town known for its beautiful beaches. Grab your own slice of paradise at Viceroy Riviera Maya, a resort just outside of the main town, in perfect proximity to the action but without the noise and commotion. Between the white sand beaches and delicious restaurants, you’ll find everything you need for a relaxing vacation here. The treatments at the spa take inspiration from the area’s history, and while there are many activities to choose from, from ATV tours to touring nearby ancient cities, if you want to stay in and take a dip in your private plunge pool, you’ll have a great time too. For a serious dose of relaxation in the rainforest, book the Mayan Awakening package, which includes a Temazcal ceremony, deep meditation session, deep tranquility experience, guacamole & margarita lesson, tamale cooking lesson, and private cenote experience for two.
