wellness travel

Cancun is perhaps Mexico’s most famous playground, but if you want to get out of the Spring Break-style beach party crowd, head south to Riviera Maya, just south of Playa del Carmen. Hospitality brand Grupo Xcaret has opened three luxury Riviera Maya all-inclusive resorts (two with AAA 5-Diamond status) that are stunningly beautiful and unique. Xcaret translates to “small inlet” in the Mayan language, and these properties are among the most scenic I’ve ever seen, …

Let’s face it. Cruising took a big hit during the pandemic and a lot of travelers are hesitant to book a cruise these days. But I would submit that there’s never been a better time to go on a cruise. I kind of like the idea of being captive in a confined space so you can really focus on building specific habits. On my last Carnival Cruise (pre-pandemic), I was really focused on wellness and …

Twice a year, Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa at the Islands of Loreto hosts a wellness week. This luxury resort is located in a remote part of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, where the desolate desert opens up to expose a beautiful waterfront resort in the Loreto Islands Mexico. When I walked into my room, I was surprised to find a rather spacious one-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, living room, and oversized balcony looking out …