Featured Destination: Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya

How do you know when you've found your new favorite #vacation spot?  Is it during your first trip, or does it take a few "dates" to give it that level of status in your life?  For me, it was love at first Mango Tango!  We found the Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya on a whim.  A hurricane had disrupted our previously scheduled programming (we were going on a cruise) quite literally while we were on the runway headed to Florida.  Fortunately, we were #traveling with another couple who was just as adventurous as we were…and we immediately all jumped in to "Save #Vacay" mode.  One of us booked a rental car to get the heck out of Florida right when we landed.  Another started looking up alternate vacation spots with availability for the very next day.  It all came together at a metal table outside of a coffee shop in the Orlando airport.  This place called the Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya checked a lot of boxes.  It was adults only - a #luxury we've since decided is high on our personal priority list.  It was all inclusive...it had incredible reviews from the various sites we were able to peruse in short order...and it was available!  So off we went in Florida evacuation traffic, headed to ATL to catch our flights the next morning to #Cancun and then to #VIM.

Why Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya??

• Adults-Only Resort: Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya is a luxurious, adults-only, all-inclusive resort, perfect for couples, honeymooners, and groups of friends seeking a relaxing getaway.

• Location: Situated in Playa del Secreto, between Playa del Carmen and Cancun, it's located along a pristine stretch of beach on Mexico’s Caribbean coast.

• Award-Winning Beach: The resort boasts a stunning, award-winning beach with powdery white sand and turquoise waters, ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports.

• Luxurious Accommodations: Rooms range from spacious junior suites to luxurious villas, some featuring swim-up access or private plunge pools. Each room offers modern amenities like large whirlpool tubs, rainfall showers, and private balconies or terraces.

• World-Class Dining: There are 8 à la carte restaurants offering gourmet cuisine ranging from French, Italian, and Japanese to Mexican and Caribbean. No reservations are required for dinner, and there's also 24-hour room service.

• Pools and Activities: The resort has one of the largest pools in the Riviera Maya, with both lively and quiet sections. Activities include snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, tennis, beach volleyball, yoga, and fitness classes.

• Wellness and Spa: A full-service spa offers treatments such as massages, facials, hydrotherapy, and couples’ treatments. There’s also a modern fitness center and a variety of wellness activities like yoga and meditation.

• Sustainability: Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya places a strong emphasis on sustainability with efforts to reduce plastic use, conserve water, and support local ecosystems.

• Nightlife and Entertainment: In the evenings, guests can enjoy live music, themed parties, and vibrant entertainment options, including a lively sports bar and an open-air theater.

• Perfect for Special Occasions: The resort is known for hosting destination weddings, honeymoons, and anniversaries, offering romantic packages and breathtaking settings for ceremonies and celebrations.