If you’re like me and life has been coming at you fast from all angles, a quick escape to paradise might be exactly what you need. Look no further than Marriott Cancún, An All-Inclusive Resort, where your stress levels will melt faster than the ice in your piña colada! I recently spent a few days there, and it was exactly the break my soul (and inbox) desperately needed.
From the moment I arrived, I felt my body exhale. Breathe in, breathe out.
Let me set the scene: You arrive, and they slap a wristband on you. From that moment on, you don’t have to think about anything: Meals, snacks, drinks (including the fancy cocktails)—it’s all included.
The resort is right on the beach, like, roll out of bed, and you’re practically in the ocean. My room had a balcony with jaw-dropping views of the Caribbean, which made me reconsider all my life choices that don’t involve living on a beach. Waking up to the sound of waves was the kind of Zen I knew I needed but refused to admit.
I came to Cancun with good intentions—to woosah. Hit the gym. Read a book. Relax. I kept the diet light—grilled fish, a salad, you know the drill. But then I hit the taco spot right on the beach. On one side, fresh seafood and on the other, delicious chorizo. You must add the grilled pineapple! It was melt-in-your-mouth. I went bye-bye.
All the restaurants were incredible, from Mexican and Polynesian to pizza and Japanese. It was great variety, and my palette never got bored. Pro tip: Don’t skip dessert. At this point, I’m convinced the gods made their pastries. Divine! You can also get 24-hour room service, which means you can eat fries in bed at 2 a.m. like the carefree vacation version of yourself. Other than the fries, the room service menu was less desirable, but clearly, my grilled fish and salad plan went right out the window.
The pool is basically a giant invitation to do absolutely nothing, and I accepted it wholeheartedly. They had multiple pool options, including a lazy river on the family-friendly side. But I decided to be lazy and spend time floating in the adult pool. I also lounged pretending to read a book but mostly sipped on piña coladas.
If you’ve never experienced a beachfront massage while listening to ocean waves, let me tell you, it’s like therapy but better. After my deep tissue massage, I’m pretty sure I left the table as a puddle. It was the perfect treat to wrap up a quick getaway.
Whether you’re in desperate need of a beachside escape or just want to pretend you’re on a tropical reality show, this place has it all. And the best part? It’s all-inclusive. Enjoy all the food, drinks and unlimited ocean views you can handle.