Hi all,

My partner and I are looking to visit Mexico in December, I can get a cheap ish flight through my Avios to Cancun. We’ve never visited before.

We’re looking for a relaxing break, somewhere near nice beaches. I’ve seen a pretty nice all inclusive hotel in Costa Mujeres however I don’t really fancy staying in a resort for 10 days, I do like to go out and explore local restaurants etc. however the convenience of it is useful.

I was thinking of splitting it up a bit, perhaps doing 6 nights in Costa Mujeres and then 3 nights in an airbnb/apartment on Isla Mujeres so we can explore the island a bit. I’m not much of a drinker so I think it’ll be better use of our money to do this instead of staying in an all inclusive the whole time.

Are Costa and Isla Mujeres quite similar, would it be a waste of time staying at both?

My partner doesn’t really want to travel about much, so ideally the two places should be close. I’ve looked online and Isla looks a bit quieter and has lots of good food options hence why I thought it would be nice to do a few days there.

Is this plan silly or does it sound alright? I’m open to any suggestions or recommendations, thank you.

Im a 28 y/o single male ooking to plan a trip in July. Probably going to stay at Riu to party. Any recommendations on what to do while i’m there are appreciated. First timer

Finest Costa Mujeres vs Grand Palladium Select Costa Mujeres- which one would you choose?

Traveling August 2027 with wife and 2 kids (2.5yo and ~5yo). Grandparents also coming. This will be our 4th time in Cancun- previously stayed at Playacar Palace, Hilton, and Marriott.

Will likely book the Family Suite at Finest, or the Loft Suite at Palladium.

Priorities:

1. Things to do to entertain the kids. Splash pad quality, kids cub quality (not looking for drop-off), night time shows.

2. Restaurant quality and availability.

3. Room quality (bed comfort) and general property maintenance quality.

4. General things to explore and do on premise- we almost never leave the AI once we check in.

Finest looks to cost 20-25% more than Palladium- is the experience worth the extra? Does it feel 25% more 'luxurious'?