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Cancun Holidays

Holidays to Cancun

The Caribbean climate isn’t the exclusive right of the tropical paradise, as Cancun Holidays set out to prove. Though it doesn’t stretch in all directions, the clear boundless sea of the Gulf of Mexico rivals the glittering ocean of any island nation. And if pristine white beaches are your thing, Holidays in Cancun offer fourteen miles of prime Mexican sunbathing.

Travellers expecting seclusion and quiet relaxation may need to look elsewhere: Cancun is a party city, an attempt to make a resort that crosses Vegas with Barbados. Incredible nightclubs and casinos with sun-loungers, swims with dolphins, jet skiing, reef snorkelling and much more besides. Though the nightlife is perhaps too noisy for a truly relaxed experience, Cancun’s Caribbean aspirations do save it from the superficiality of a Vegas-style resort. The fact that so many Mayan ruins are a coach-ride away contributes enormously to the greater depth of the Cancun holiday experience.

Luxury Holidays to Cancun

Though time on the beach is essential and time dancing in the clubs definitely well spent, your Holidays to Cancun aren’t complete without at least scratching the surface of the Mayan culture. Chichen Itza is about 2 ½ hours from Cancun, an awe-inspiring archaeological site often counted among the ‘new seven wonders of the world’. Another important site is Tulum, two hours south along the coastal road from Cancun. Many of our current portfolio of resorts are based in this stunning southern coastal area, the Riveria Maya (or ‘Mayan Riviera’).

Here, history and tropical harmony collide with ruins overlooking a pristine beach and national park. There are countless pyramids and ruins hidden all around this part of Mexico, giving holidays to Cancun a sense of mystery perhaps missing from the islands of the Caribbean. And once you’ve seen the sun go down in this beautiful, meaningful setting, it’s time to join the party. The hotel zone is Cancun’s answer to the Las Vegas strip, a small slither of land packed with hi-rise hotel buildings, home to several extravagant shows and host to world class performers and DJs.

Interesting Facts about Cancun

  • Population – 628,000
  • Official Languages – Spanish
  • Currency – Mexican Peso (MXN)
  • Time Zone – UTC-6 (UTC-5 in Summer)
  • May 5th – Cinco de Mayo
  • Late June – Summer Solstice (with significant gatherings at Chichen Itza)
  • September – Viva Mexico En Cancun
  • November 1st and 2nd – Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

Important Events in Cancun

You haven’t partied until you’ve partied in Cancun, so why not book with Kenwood Travel today? We offer a wide range of resorts and hotels in Cancun and the nearby Riviera Maya so don’t hesitate to call us to arrange the details of your holiday to Cancun 2012.

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Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa

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Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa Highly Recommended

Dreams Riviera Cancun makes just one important pledge - Unlimited-Luxury® - and this Playa del Carmen resort offers it in droves, all-inclusive. The resort is almost entirely surrounded by calm, crystal Caribbean water, and...

  • Family Friendly
  • Watersports
  • 6 Restaurants
  • Spa/Health Club
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ME Cancun

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ME Cancun Highly Recommended

ME Cancun is an adult orientated luxury resort situated on a magnificent stretch of the Cancun Beach. Most resorts offer an excellent beach many and can say their white sandy shore is a work of art in itself but ME Cancun offers...

  • Spa Hotel
  • Luxury Hotel
  • Beach Club
  • 2 Adult Pools
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Allegro Playa Car

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Allegro Playa Car

The Allegro Playa Car resort offers the perfect getaway on Mexico's Riviera Maya all year round. Situated near Playa del Carmen and just over half an hour away from the populardestination of Cancun, the Allegro resort gives you...

  • Family Friendly
  • Beachfront Hotel
  • Watersports
  • Swimming Pool
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Gran Meliá Cancun

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Gran Meliá Cancun

One cannot help but gaze in awe at the palatial architecture of Gran Melia Cancun, its design clearly evoking that of the ancient Mayan pyramids that can be found and explored in the surrounding foothills. The resort's five...

  • Great Location
  • 3 Swimming Pools
  • Watersports
  • Golf
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Grand Xcaret

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Grand Xcaret

In a secluded, private cove of powdery sand and azure water, just an hour's drive south of the hustle of Cancun, lies the all-inclusive Occidental Grand Xcaret. The resort is renowned not only as a paradise in itself but also by...

  • Kids Club
  • 5 Swimming Pools
  • Fitness Centre
  • 11 Restaurants/Bars
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Temptation Resort Spa Cancun

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Temptation Resort Spa Cancun

The Temptation Resort Spa offers you the perfect indulgent retreat. Experience all the fun aimed at grown-ups in this adult only Caribbean hotel, perfectly situated near downtown Cancun and only 12 miles away from its...

  • Adults Only
  • All inclusive
  • Entertainment
  • Fantastic Location
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Desire Pearl Resort & Spa

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Desire Pearl Resort & Spa

Set within its very secluded white powder beaches, just 20 minutes from Cancun Airport, is the sensual resort and spa of Desire Pearl. Here it is compulsory only to be in a couple. Your clothes, however, are not. This adult spa...

  • Entertainment
  • Spa in Hotel
  • Adult-Themed Resort
  • Clothing Optional Resort
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Desire Riviera Maya

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Desire Riviera Maya

For those in search of a sensuous, erotic, passionate holiday in the Caribbean, look no more: the Desire Riviera Maya is the perfect place to seduce and to be seduced, to desire and be desired. In this clothing-optional...

  • Adults Only
  • Gym
  • Nudist Beach
  • 4 Restaurants
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Banyan Tree Mayakoba

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Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Banyan Tree Mayakoba redefines expectations of what a luxury resort can be, as it sits along the Riviera Maya in the midst of wild tropical surroundings. The privately gated resort is next to one of the biggest coral reefs in the...

  • Romantic Hotel
  • Villas & Apartments
  • Mangrove Boat Tour
  • Honeymoon Packages
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Beach Palace

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Beach Palace

This luxurious hotel of contemporary Mexican design and architecture is truly a palace on the sandy white beaches of Cancún. The Beach Palace is very family-friendly. It has a swimming pool for children, while the special...

  • Kids Club
  • Spa in Hotel
  • Fitness Centre
  • Up to $2500 Resort Credit
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Cozumel Palace

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Cozumel Palace

Spectacularly bordered by the world's second largest coral reef, the all-inclusive Cozumel Palace on the beautiful Cozumel Island is not only the idyllic beachside spa getaway, but offers also an unparalleled experience for...

  • Spa Facilities
  • Diving nearby
  • 2 Swimming Pools
  • Up to $2500 Resort Credit
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Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa

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Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa

Named by Condé Nast Traveler magazine as one of Mexico's top ten resorts and duty bound by Dreams' all-inclusive pledge - Unlimited-Luxury® - Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa offers a plethora of unrivalled experiences....

  • Kids Club
  • Great Location
  • Sports Friendly
  • Dolphinarium
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Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa

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Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa

Newly refurbished and always subscribed to the promise of all-inclusive Unlimited-Luxury®, Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa on Mexico's Yucatan peninsula is deluxe defined. Spacious rooms, two sun-drenched swimming...

  • Kids Club
  • Fantastic Location
  • Watersports
  • Spa in Hotel
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Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa

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Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa

Just a stone's throw from the ancient Mayan pyramids of Tulum, the colonial hacienda-inspired Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa is a place of sanctuary that pledges to uphold Dreams' all-inclusive promise of Unlimited-Luxury®....

  • Family Friendly
  • Spa Facilities
  • 7 Restaurants
  • 6 Bars
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Fairmont Mayakoba

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Fairmont Mayakoba

The unspoilt lush nature truly reveals itself at Fairmont Mayakoba, the resort set among five different ecosystems – mangrove and tropical forest, lagoons, water canals and coastal dunes. Its soft elegance harmoniously...

  • Great Location
  • Spa Hotel
  • Swimming Pool
  • AAAA Restaurant
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Isla Mujeres Palace

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Isla Mujeres Palace

At the Isla Mujeres Palace you can experience the ultimate romantic getaway. Situated on the little island of Isla Mujeres, this first class resort is highly recommended for couples and is only an hour away from Cancun...

  • Swim Up Bar
  • Couples Only
  • Intimate Hotel
  • Up to $2500 Resort Credit
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Le Blanc Spa Resort

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Le Blanc Spa Resort

Considered as the third best all-inclusive hotel in the world, Le Blanc Spa Resort offers you the ultimate luxurious experience in Mexico. Conveniently located between Nichupte Lagoon and the Caribbean, this exquisite hotel has...

  • Adults Only
  • Luxury Hotel
  • Private Butlers
  • Up to $2500 Resort Credit
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Moon Palace

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Moon Palace

Moon Palace is shorthand for luxury holidays in Cancun. This spectacular all inclusive resort is perfectly located on Cancun's calm south shore, so you have all the privacy you would expect from a high-end hotel but the proximity...

  • Kids Club
  • Spa Facilities
  • Swimming Pool
  • Up to $2500 Resort Credit
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Now Jade Riviera

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Now Jade Riviera

At the Now Jade Riviera you can experience the Caribbean at its best. Located just a few miles away from Cancun International Airport and within a walking distance from the stunning fishing village of Puerto Morelos, this resort...

  • Kids Club
  • Fitness Centre
  • 6 Bars
  • 5 Restaurants
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Now Sapphire Riviera

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Now Sapphire Riviera

There’s a little something for everyone on offer in the Now Sapphire Riviera resort including a luxury spa and Mayan inspired architecture. The Sapphire’s exotic beach and splendid gazebo are the perfect setting for...

  • Kids Club
  • Spa Facilities
  • All-Suite Hotel
  • Fitness Centre
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Paradisus La Esmeralda, Playa Del Carmen

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Paradisus La Esmeralda, Playa Del Carmen

Paradisus La Esmeralda is a stunning family resort in the Riviera Maya. Its world class facilities combines the tropical Mayan inspired location with top of the range services such as a family concierge. It is designed...

  • Family Friendly
  • Spa Facilities
  • Kids Activities
  • Large Outdoor Pool
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Paradisus La Perla, Playa Del Carmen

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Paradisus La Perla, Playa Del Carmen

Paradisus La Perla is an adult-only luxury resort surrounded by flourishing tropical mangrove trees and overlooking Cozumel Island. For those looking to get away from the bustle of everyday life, or maybe just the kids, La Perla...

  • Adults Only
  • Spa Facilities
  • 5 Restaurants
  • Brand New Hotel
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Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun

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Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun

Designed to reflect the charm of a Mexican hacienda with a splash of Mediterranean flavour, the Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun, a proud member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, is situated five minutes from exciting...

  • Adults Only
  • Spa Hotel
  • Watersports
  • Sports Friendly
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Secrets Maroma Beach

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Secrets Maroma Beach

Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun 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...

  • Adults Only
  • Spa Facilities
  • Watersports
  • Beach Hotel
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Secrets Silversands Resort & Spa

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Secrets Silversands Resort & Spa

The Secrets Silversands Resort in the stunning Riviera Maya is perfect for honeymoons or romantic Caribbean holidays. Conveniently situated near the tourist mecca of Cancun and its international airport, this stylish hotel offers...

  • Adults Only
  • Spa Facilities
  • Fantastic Location
  • Fitness Centre
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Sun Palace

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Sun Palace

A stunning coast line serves as a dramatic backdrop for this recently renovated resort featuring 252 richly appointed guestrooms. Five restaurants and three bars cater to a full range of tastes and moods. Golf enthusiasts can...

  • 3 Swimming Pools
  • Couples Only
  • Fitness Centre
  • Up to $2500 Resort Credit
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The Royal Hideaway

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The Royal Hideaway

The Royal Hideaway is one of those rare all inclusive resorts that goes above and beyond the expectations with world class service and flawless facilities that’ll live up to its name and leave you feeling regal.Not only...

  • Great Location
  • 5 Diamond Hotel
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness Centre
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The Tides Riviera Maya

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The Tides Riviera Maya

The Tides Riviera Maya combines the ambience of lush green tropical forest with the idyllic pure white sands of Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya to offer you this luxurious and exclusive resort on Mexico's south east coast....

  • Spa Hotel
  • Swimming Pool
  • Luxury Villas
  • Plunge Pool
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Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita

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Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita

The Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita resort brings you the best of the Mexican Riviera Maya in a truly luxurious environment. Conveniently located, about half an hour from Cancun airport, this 5 star hotel is the perfect place...

  • All-Suite Hotel
  • Spa in Hotel
  • Luxury Hotel
  • Fitness Centre
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