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El Dorado Royale to Host 2013 Wine and Food Festival

El Dorado Royale is a Great Selection for Prestigious Food and Wine Festival

The Cancun and Riviera Maya Wine and Food in 2013 will be hosted at El Dorado Royale

El Dorado Royale is a favorite of EZTravelPad clients who frequently select this resort specifically for their attention to detail in every aspect of the dining and resort experience. The "Gourmet Inclusive" concept reaches far beyond the several a la carte restaurant choices, but excellent dining is certainly at the forefront.

See the recent news release-

MIAMI (September 10, 2012) – El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels by Karisma, Mexico’s premier, Gourmet Inclusive beachfront resorts in the Riviera Maya, today announced that El Dorado Royale, A Spa Resort, by Karisma has been selected as official host hotel of the 2013 Cancun-Riviera Maya Wine & Food Festival (CRMWFF). Recognized by the CRMWFF for its superior culinary commitment, El Dorado Royale will host celebrity chefs, notables and VIPs as well as the Celebrity Chef Cooking Demonstrations and a series of wine tastings during the event, taking place March 14-17, 2013.

“We are thrilled to name El Dorado Royale host hotel of next year’s Cancun-Riviera Maya Wine & Food Festival,” said David Amar, founder of the Cancun-Riviera Maya Wine & Food Festival.  “The resort, which affords guests the best in food and service as a part of its Gourmet Inclusive vacations, aligns perfectly with our commitment to provide an unforgettable gastronomic experience.  Not only does El Dorado Royale offer gourmet a la carte meals, premium wine selections, sommeliers at every restaurant, chef’s tables and 24 hour service, it is also home to the destination’s largest Greenhouse, a 100,000 square-foot facility that impresses locals, discerning gourmands, and world-class chefs alike.”

For more info on the Wine and Food Festival click here

For more info on Karisma Resorts click here or contact EZTravelPad

Feel the Need for Therapy? - Try Vacation Therapy

Vacation Therapy is Here Now - Take the Cure!

That's right - sometimes you just need to catch a little fresh air in a different place to clear your head - rejuvenate - recharge

There are dozens of offers ranging from 2 for 1 - to Frre air - to shipboard credits - to - Free hotel nights - to pre-paid gratuities and much more...

But the main thing is to get the help you deserve - the help that EZTravelPad can offer - help that is all complimentary!

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Usher at Moon Palace this December

See Usher in Paradise - with FREE Tickets!

EZTravelPad can help get you there.... 

Moon Palace is an extraordinary All-Inclusive resort offering everything you want

• Golf
• Spa
• Beach
• Great Restaurants
• Swim up bars
• and luxurious rooms as well....

Give an unforgettable Christmas present to the kids - or a well deserved gift to yourself

Is a smaller resort more your style? Thinking you would prefer an adults only resort?

Then get with EZTravelPad now to find out how you can still earn free tickets - then go enjoy your holidays - enjoy your life  - and enjoy Usher

 

 

Surf's Up with Flowrider at Moon Palace in Mexico

That's Right - Now You Can Surf on Dry Land!

You may have heard about the Flowriders - surf simulators that exist on some of Royal Caribbean's newer ships. They are very popular and based on most reports, alot of fun!

Now you can enjoy the same experience on land - at Moon Palace in Mexico!

Moon Palace is an amazing resort located south from Cancun along the Mayan Riviera - or Riviera Maya area - a gorgeous stretch of beach!

For more info please contact "Your friends....in the travel business" -  EZTravelPad

Here is an Awesome Opportunity For Your Cheerleader

Train with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and do it in paradise!

Here's an exciting last minute opportunity to experience training with the world-renowned Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders for a wonderful, three-day cheerleading camp at IBEROSTAR Cancún! For a fabulous rate of $599, for two adults and one child, it is not only a great opportunity for a family getaway, but it will also be the experience of a lifetime for their little cheerleader to dance with the famed Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders.

The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders are one of the most recognizable brand franchises in the world. And, what little girl wouldn't love an opportunity to learn cheers and dance routines from the world's best, and then take them home to impress their friends? And her family will be thrilled to enjoy the finest in hospitality, accommodations, recreation and dining at Iberostar's newest shining star, IBEROSTAR Cancún.

For more info contact "Your friends....in the travel business" at EZTravelPad

Touring and Reviewing - Secrets Maroma Beach

Secrets Maroma Beach - Adults Only Paradise in Mexico - a Review

Maroma Beach, located about half way between Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen, south from Cancun in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is consistently ranked as one of the world's Top 10 Beaches and for good reason- Clear blue waters, powdery white sands & water sports galore conspire to create a beach lover's paradise.

One of the highly rated adults-only all-inclusive resorts located along this fine stretch of sand is Secrets Maroma Beach. Secrets is the adults-only brand served up by AMResorts (affiliated with Apple Vacations & sister property to Dreams, Zoetry, Now & Sunscape Resorts).

 

Not every all-inclusive resort offers the same sort of affordable luxury found at Secrets Resorts.

Frequently at all inclusive resorts you find limited selections of restaurants - limited choice in all sorts of food & beverages - limited access to bars and scant choice in restaurants. Spending a week at an all-inclusive resort and feasting at the same boring buffet several days in a row can be a bummer, but with 8 restaurants (most of which are luxurious a la carte options) and 7 bars fully stocked with premium fare you will not feel that your choices are redundant.

It's not all about food & beverages though - and one of the best features at Secrets Resorts are the suites which generally offer in room jacuzzis, after all - this is a romantic escape for 2, right?

Excellent Spa facilities

 The spa facilities are great - as is the water sports area, common grounds, pool & more.

This is a fantastic place for a Honeymoon or Destination Wedding (assuming children will not be attending) also - a huge part of their business!

Check out this brief video tour

 

If there is one knock on the property it is this....  Time-share sales

I have personally encountered guests that were quite annoyed with the aggressiveness of the on-site salespeople, and so it is with some hesitancy that I suggest Secrets as a 1st choice, but if you don't mind being pestered a bit the product is fantastic

For more info on this and many other resort options in Mexico and throughout the Caribbean get with EZTravelPad - you'll be glad you did!

 

Cirque Dreams at Moon Palace Resort in Mexico

This Just In - Amazing Entertainment in Paradise this Summer!

 

If you have not gotten your summer vacation plans set yet then this may be a must see -

Why Palace?

With several area resorts to choose from you can't miss - whether you would prefer to experience the adults only sophisticated chic of Le Blanc Spa - or the laid back nature of Playcar Palace, tickets are comp & so is the transportation to see the show

PLUS-

If you were not already aware, on stays of 5 nights or longer Palace includes $1500+ in resort credits to be used for cool things such as swimming with dolphins, golf, spa & more -

For more info and to check availability get with your travel agent.

What, don't have one? Then get with EZTravelPad - you'll be glad you did! 

 

 

 

Secrets Capri Resort along Riviera Maya in Mexico - a Review

Reviewing & Touring Secrets Capri Resort - Riviera Maya near Playa del Carmen

The smallest of the Secrets brand resorts along the scenic stretch of beach south from Cancun, Mexico known as the Riviera Maya may just be the best. Unless you are looking for more, bigger, mas, grande then Capri really is a great option.

With a scant 290 suites (by comparison some other resorts in the neighborhood are 10x larger or more!) Secrets Capri offers a great balance of choice and convenience. It's not over-the-top fancy like some resorts. There are not 20 choices of room categories. What there is though makes up for it. With 6 restaurants and 5 bars the small property offers much.

This is a good resort for a romantic getaway, an anniversary celebration, a Honeymoon or a Destination Wedding as well. At a resort like this with less than 600 guests even a small wedding party of a dozen or so will not feel lost - in fact the entire staff will likely know who is getting married and who the guests are! You can choose from a beach wedding in the sand, or something a little more stately like in this awesome gazebo

Check out this short video tour to get a better sense of rooms, beach and overall feel

 

Restaurant choices include a la carte such as

• Himatsu - Asian
• Oceana - Seafood
• Portofino - Mediterranean
• La Riviera - Mexican
• Seaside Grill - as the name implies
• Cactus Club - Taco & Ceviche Bar

Secrets is the adults-only brand from AMResorts which also offers additional family friendly brands such as Dreams, Now and Sunscape as well as the Wellness & Spa boutique resorts named Zoetry 

There are Secrets Resorts located all across Mexico as well as in Dominican Republic and Jamaica. You can see the Secrets Capri brochure at this link

So how do you know which resort is the best fit for you? What is the best way to research your next vacation?

Simple - OUTSOURCE it to your travel consultant (travel agent).

A travel agency should be able to insure that you receive the best value (value = price + service), but more importantly your travel consultant should work hard to make sure they understand what it is specifically that most interests you. Your travel consultant should act like your personal shopping concierge understanding what you want to achieve then presenting the best options to save you incredible amounts of time and frustration!

Don't have a travel consultant that you work with? Then contact EZTravelPad and see why we consider ourselves "Your friends....in the travel business"

 

Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cancun - a review

Reviewing Le Blanc Spa Resort (a Palace Resort) in Cancun, Mexico

 

Le Blanc Spa Resort is an adults only all-inclusive resort located in the hotel zone of Cancun, Mexico. It is located very close to the middle of the hotel zone actually, but exists a world away from what you would traditionally associate with Cancun all-inclusive resorts that often cater to the Spring Break crowd.

 

 

 

This resort is a far cry from typical and in high demand for Weddings and Honeymoons catering to the sophisticated crowd - urban chic, like something out of South Beach. You almost expect Rico Tubbs (Miami Vice) to walk around the corner at any minute...

The Beach is powdery white sand

The water is an blue as you dreamed it would be and The infinity pool says it all...

Guest Rooms

As you would expect, guest rooms are extremely well appointed and are as functional as they are luxurious featuring private balconies to enjoy the outdoors and 2 person in room jacuzzis to enjoy indoor.

Offering butler service in rooms, concierge service at the pools, Haute Cuisine in 5 a la carte restaurants and superior service at every turn, Le Blanc is very much a luxury oasis in Cancun. Nightly turndown service with petit fours, higher end bath products, pillow top beds that you will never want to leave all combine for a very nice package. See more at their website at this link

Beyond the typical amenities Le Blanc offers unlimited free phone calls back to the US, unlimited internet service, and best of all, $1500 resort credits on a 5-8 night stay (other levels exist for shorter and longer stays) that can be used for spa, room upgrades, wedding packages, swimming with dolphins, tours, golf at Jack Nicklaus Academy of Golf & much more!

So can you tell that I liked it? Can you tell that I can't wait to go back?

Le Blanc is not for everyone, but if you consider yourself a person of discriminating taste that would prefer to be located close to the action and shopping in Cancun's Hotel Zone as opposed to further away down along the Riviera Maya then Le Blanc may just be for you when it's time to celebrate your Anniversary, Honeymoon, Destination Wedding or even just a luxurious retreat

Lover's Week this Valentine's Week on Wheel of Fortune Features Sandals Resorts

Sandals set to invade Wheel of Fortune Once Again

TUNE IN TO SANDALS RESORTS ROMANCE WEEK ON WHEEL OF FORTUNE

Watch Wheel of Fortune the week of February 13 for WHEEL OF FORTUNE SANDALS RESORTS ROMANCE WEEK!  You'll get to see Sandals Emerald Bay and exciting adventures from Island Routes Tours showcased throughout the week along with iconic show hosts, Pat Sajak and Vanna White, enjoying the luxurious amenities.  Each night, the program's famed wheel will feature a custom designed Sandals Resorts wedge giving players the chance to win a Luxury Included® Vacation to Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma, Bahamas.  The lucky winners will also receive a romantic candlelight dinner and an exciting Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours® ocean safari  in Great Exuma, Bahamas to explore the natural wonders of the Exuma Cays.  Wheel of Fortune "Wheel Watchers Club" members can win the same romantic getaway if their SPIN ID number is displayed during a Romance week episode.  Plus, each of the "Prize Puzzles" will also offer "Wheel Watchers Club" members an exclusive opportunity to win dream Caribbean vacations to other Sandals Resorts destinations.

Sandals offers the perfect resort experience to enjoy a memorable Destination Wedding, your dream Honeymoon or the romantic escape you have been looking forward to for years..... When you are ready to discuss your very own luxury included Sandals vacation you can go to the internet - go to the call center, or go for help - EZTravelPad is here to help. At EZTravelPad you will find complimentary help and best price - it's a win-win