hard to say goodbye - Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya - YouTube

I have often said that the hardest thing is saying good-bye.

Dominican Republic off the beaten path - YouTube

We were staying in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic when locals there kept telling us about the beauty of Samana. It was their secret ~ pristine and untouched by tourism. They were so right! It IS beautiful & definitely a favorite to us.

If you like to get away from it all in a tropical setting that won't break the bank, check out Samana Dominican Republic.

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sun, sand, surf and pools - Riviera Maya Resort - YouTube

sun, sand, surf and pools are the perfect place to relax or have some fun

Music by Carlos Miguel 04 - Mondial paix

Best Ceviche Recipe with Bull Shark - By Oscar - YouTube

The cooking show by Oscar is better than anything on TV, first it's on a beautiful beach, it's warm and birds are singing. There are drinks being served and when the food is done, we all get to eat it. Then have retire to sun lounge on the beach, now that's living. Oscar puts on a cooking demonstration and a drink mixing clinic weekly and it's all included at the Grand Sirenis Resort and Spa.

 

Ceviche (also spelled cebiche or seviche) is a seafood dish popular in the coastal regions of the Americas, especially Central and South America, and the Philippines. The dish is typically made from fresh raw fish marinated in citrus juices such as lemon or lime and spiced with chilli peppers. Additional seasonings such as onion, salt, coriander/cilantro, and pepper may also be added.

Ceviche is usually accompanied by side dishes that complement its flavors such as sweet potato, lettuce, corn, or avocado. As the dish is not cooked with heat, it must be prepared fresh to minimize the risk of food poisoning.

I could eat this everyday it was so good...amazing how the acid in citrus 'cooks' the fish.



This is at the Grand Sirenis Resort and Spa in the Riviera Maya, Mexico. 

all that glitters - Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach - YouTube

I love the way light can twinkle on the water...

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Pirates of the Caribbean Show Act 1,2,3 - Grand Palladium Riviera Mexico

The Grand Palladium White Sands Resort in the Riviera Maya, Mexico had incredible shows!

Pirates of the Caribbean Show Act 1 - Grand Palladium Riviera Mexico - YouTube. Great show at the Riviera Theater. Resort shows just keep getting better and better.

Act 2

Act 3

Riviera Maya Mexico Resorts - Grand Palladium - Youtube

It really is very beautiful at the Grand Palladium in the Riviera Maya. So many things to see & do . . .

Great resort for couples and families, I especially love the way nature was left intact in much of the resort

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Grand Palladium Riviera a new day - YouTube

Very peaceful place in the morning looking out across the jungle area at the Grand Palladium Riviera.  Not crowded, no buildings blocking view, just the sun and clouds.

A couple of minutes from our villa was the shuttle boat stop which takes you to any of the 2 lobbies, White Sands or Riviera and the restaurants for breakfast.
Just another day.

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The Greatest Show on Earth - CIRCUS at Grand Sirenis - YouTube

The Grand Sirenis Resort in Mexico has some really great shows. This is a troupe of locals. Fantastic!

 Get a bowl of popcorn and get ready for what is one of the best shows at any resort at any price. The Circus Show from the Grand Sirenis Resort and Spa is perhaps the best, most entertaining show we have seen.

 And remember that this is all included in the all inclusive price, as are drinks at the theater.

laid back beach in Mexico - YouTube

I love the beach, and Mexico has some amazing ones especially along the Yucatan and the Riviera Maya.

music is by Alexandr Filippov 05 - Epizode 1

Grand Palladium Riviera Maya Beach - YouTube

 The beach at the Grand Palladium Resort in the Riviera Maya and a quick HD look at the snorkeling, right off the beach. With all the birds diving, there are fish to see though not as good as it was in 2007.

 There was a large school of sardines hanging around the shallow warm water.

 Fairly soft sand is good for wading in but the fine sand stirs up easy so visibility is somewhat hampered.

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Grand Palladium Resort and Spa - Riviera Maya Mexico - YouTube

From the spa and gym, to the pools and beach, including the beach BBQ the Grand Palladium Riviera Maya is a beautiful resort.  We enjoyed it but found the White Sands section a little removed and the shuttle was unreliable.

music by Phoniandflore SKYLARKING

Grand Palladium Riviera - Mexico

Quick look at the Grand Palladium Riviera grounds, pools and beach.

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Grand Palladium Riviera Resort & Spa - Punta Emilia Sea Food Restaurant ...

Punta Emilia Sea Food Restaurant at Grand Palladium Riviera Resort & Spa is right on the beach! It's fantastic! The sound of the waves lapping on shore - the food was excellent. Then there were the little visitors - Raccoons. A mother with 2 kits were visiting us and were so gentle & friendly. They were so cute!

During our stay there was no limit on À la carte dining and some restaurants didn't even need reservations, though you could have a wait.

Snorkeling at Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach

Snorkeling at the Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach all inclusive resort in the Riviera Maya, right of the beach at the resort, is the BEST that we have found in our travels around the Caribbean.

The clear water, beautiful and health reef create an environment that attracts a wide variety of tropical fish - if you want to experience great snorkeling from the beach, introduce kids to the wonders that lie beneath the sea and stay at a great all inclusive resort then the choice is easy, Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach.

We highly recommend this resort for families and couples of all ages.

Music: TEMPLO MAYOR by ENRIQUE DEL CARMEN http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/