The first time I went to Mexico, I was blown away by the kindness of the people from the first step out of the vehicle. There is a graciousness that flows through the work that the people of Mexico do. When you leave your country and go to a foreign land for the first time, this graciousness is comforting.
Slowing Down in Mexico by the Breezy Sea
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Photo: Jenny Koppenhaver
My first trip to Mexico was as a travel agent, and I visited 18 resorts on that trip. It was a tiring trip, but it was so valuable to see and learn about these destinations first-hand.
I love design. My very first resort stop was Dreams Riviera Cancun. The minute I walked into the lobby, I knew I was in for a real treat. The tall open-air lobby was the gateway to the resort’s grounds, with the jewel of the beautiful blue ocean waters at the very edge of the scenery. What a welcome!
All-inclusive getaways can make you feel relaxed and mindful that someone else will take care of you. One of my favorite memories of staying at the Dreams Riviera Cancun was one evening when I ran to the lobby for something. I stared up at the stars and thought I must be in a dream. A warm breeze was blowing off the ocean, which looks the color of sapphire at night, music from an acoustic guitar wafted through the air, and the lights and the water were so magical. I felt like sitting there and just taking it all in. It was such a beautiful moment.
In a Dream
These are the moments I wish for all of the happy travelers I work with; a place to go and be reminded that we are all on this earth to enjoy it. This is how I always feel when I’m in Mexico.
How to Choose a Perfect Luxury Resort in Mexico
My tip for choosing the perfect destination in Mexico? Look at the lobby of the resort. It tells the resort’s story and shows you the kind of place where you’ll be staying. Just like the kitchen is the heart of a home, the lobby is the heart of the resort. You should be as happy when you leave as when you first stepped foot on the property and feel swept away.
We’ll that description alone of the stars and sapphire sky alone would make me want to book!! ⭐️