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We were so lucky that the resort surprised us all massages at their spa. Oh and also – grab as much guac as you want. I did get room service a few times (and I can’t say enough good things about the freakin coconut ice cream – I dream of that ice cream), but I think the food out at the restaurants was really top notch. At night, I got to try Himitsu, the Pan-Asian restaurant (yes to the pork bao buns) and Portofino, the Italian restaurant. Market Cafe was the best little buffet breakfast spot – Mexican food for breakfast is literally my dream. In the morning, I started with an iced coffee from Coco Cafe. Now, as this was my first time at an all-inclusive ever, I was obviously very excited about the food. I’ll tell ya caught up on about 500 magazines from June 2015 til now at the pool. And in addition to the organized things, it was just so nice to relax for a bit.

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All of the activities were available on the resort’s app (did I mention they had free wifi!?), which I appreciated. set up like a mini flea market one night. There were local vendors selling jewelry, clothing, etc. I started my day with a sunrise beach yoga class one morning. In addition to our group activities, there was so much to do around the resort on your own. Think big screens, mini desserts, and strong martinis. Later in the week, we all got together to watch the Top Chef finale, filmed right at Secrets Akumala few weeks earlier, with an awesome party hosted by the resort. We got to know each other (check some of my blogger buds out: Karolyne, Lauren, Shaun & David) while enjoying quite the meal (escargot, lobster bisque, rack of lamb, and possibly the best chocolate souffle I’ve ever had in my life) and wine pairing. The first group dinner was held at the Wine Cellar. While we were at the resort, we had some organized group events and some time on our own.

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I did a full room tour over on my Facebook page if you’d like to see! There was also a secret compartment room service could drop your goods into so human interaction was minimal in times like these. from outside of the room that you were, likely, “busy,” if you were one of the several honeymooning couples also at the resort, or, if you were alone, like me, simply taking quite a bit of time trying to apply SPF 75 sunscreen to your back. This button (not one of those tacky door hangers that always falls off), signaled to the room service, housekeeping, etc. One of the coolest things about the room was the handy “Do Not Disturb” button. They had incense in the bathroom (which I took full advantage of), a Nespresso machine, and an excellent full-length mirror, thank you very much. My mini fridge was stocked with the drinks I requested (more baby Coronas, please!) and was tidied up twice a day ( the nightly turn-down amazed me every night). They had a balcony, full jacuzzi tub, sweet shower, and so many perfect little touches.

I was invited to explore the resort with a lovely group of bloggers for a few days in the sun. One quick flight from Philly to Cancun and just over an hour drive later, I was greeted at the Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya resort with a glass of champagne. And, as all vacations in Mexico should be, my first all-inclusive resort. It was my first time vacationing in Mexico. Earlier this month, when Philadelphia’s temperatures were in the “freakin freezing” range and it seemed there was absolutely no hope in sight, my winter blues were suddenly cured by a little jaunt to Mexico.