Caribbean sailing

Do you fancy a day at sea on your next visit, sailing through sparkling turquoise, azure and indigo waters on board a catamaran or yacht?  If so, there are plenty of exciting options to choose from in the Mexican Caribbean for an unforgettable…

Amazing summer adventures: Whale shark encounter

A huge shadow on the water, domino speckles on blue-grey skin and immense jaws open to filter water and plankton, the pez domino or whale sharks are here. The gentle giants of the sea begin to appear in the Mexican Caribbean in May. Reports…

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Yalku Follow the coast road north from Akumal to the shores of Yalku, a caleta or inlet of turquoise, crystal-clear waters constantly replenished by cenotes and underground rivers. The lagoon is a haven for colorful reef fish and is perfect…

New State Tax for International Visitors now in effect in the Mexican Caribbean

On April 1, 2021, the Quintana Roo State Government introduced a new Visitor Tax or Tourism Use Fee for all international visitors to the Mexican Caribbean over the age of 15 of $224 pesos (approximately US$10 per person, depending on the exchange…

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NEW STATE TAX FOR INTERNATIONAL VISITORS COMES INTO EFFECT IN THE MEXICAN CARIBBEAN ON APRIL 1, 2021

NEW STATE TAX FOR INTERNATIONAL VISITORS COMES INTO EFFECT IN THE MEXICAN CARIBBEAN ON APRIL 1, 2021 We would like to share information from the Quintana Roo State Government about a new Visitor Tax or Tourism Use Fee which comes into effect…

Grand Residences is No. 1 in the Puerto Morelos area in Tripadvisor

Grand Residences has climbed back to the No. 1 position on Tripadvisor among hotels and resorts in the Puerto Morelos area, beating resorts with 600 rooms. The beautiful setting, attentive service, the warm hospitality offered by every Grand…

Meet the Grand Residences team: Julio César Escandón, Guest Relations Manager

Many of you will already have met Julio César Escandón, our Guest Relations Manager. Friendly, caring and very professional, he is passionate about service, and dedicated to offering you a luxury hotel experience. Originally from Mexico…

A Week of Grand Dining, Try our Tempting Theme Nights

At Grand Residences we want every meal to be an unforgettable dining experience and in addition to the a la carte menus for El Faro, Flor de Canela and Heaven there are tempting theme nights with live music for you to enjoy during the week. Here…