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First 24 Hours At One Of MEXICO'S TOP All Inclusive Resorts | Playa Del Carmen

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👁️ 110K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 21:00

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their first twenty-four hours at the Hilton Playa Del Carmen, marking their transition from cruise travel to an all-inclusive land resort experience in Mexico. After arriving at the Cancun airport and navigating a busy terminal, they take a private shuttle to the resort. The creators highlight the seamless service at the hotel, including the use of wristbands for easy access to food and drinks without needing to scan cards at every transaction. They provide a detailed tour of their room, which features a large balcony, a luxury bathroom with an el baño, and a private two-seater hot tub. Throughout the day, they explore the resort grounds, visiting the party pool and a grab and go food station. The creators also sample various meals, including a poke bowl, margarita pizza, and a specialty dinner featuring beef and broccoli and peach dumplings. They conclude their first day by comparing the all-inclusive experience to cruising, noting that the food quality and relaxed atmosphere have exceeded their expectations.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Virgin Voyages
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Virgin Voyages
A Nibble

This review is in line with the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this might be the nicest hotel room we've ever stayed in

I think we might not be doing the beach walk because this is the beach

the drinks that lii Martini was absolutely dangerous

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book your transfer before you get here
Be firm when saying no to solicitors in Cancun
Consider a spa treatment during your stay

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what to expect from an all-inclusive resortIt's a lot of firsts, and it has been wonderful; the food and service are better than cruises
Feeling overwhelmed by solicitation in CancunBe firm when saying no and book transfers in advance

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to stay at an all-inclusive resort for the first time?
QHow does an all-inclusive resort compare to a cruise ship experience?
QWhat are the accommodations like at the Hilton Playa del Carmen?

Topics Covered

Cruise Topic3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cancun1 Happy Bacon
Playa del Carmen4 Happy Bacon
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