Ready for a Vaxication? Check Out These Destinations for the First Post-Vaccine Vacation
With travelers finally vaccinated and eager to use their newfound freedom, vacation planning has begun. Whether it's a trip to relax or reconnect with family that’s only been seen through a phone for the past months, here’s a “vaxication” bucket list to start checking off.
#1 Mexico
Los Cabos was the first destination to achieve"Verified"status from Sharecare Health Security and is home to Mexico Grand Hotels' Vista Encantada Resort Spa Residences,Hacienda Encantada Resort Spaand Marina Fiesta Resort Spa. Vista Encantada and Hacienda Encantada are two all-inclusive resorts in an exclusive hilltop setting with a private beach, state-of-the-art Milagro Wellness Spa, and panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez. Marina Fiesta is located in the heart of the lively marina district of downtown Cabo San Lucas, walking distance from the destinations bustling nightlife and restaurant scene. Its fully renovated spa, Amura Spa Salonis inspired by the transformative and healing forces of water sourced from the Sea of Cortez. The hotel group is offering a 'Hello Summer' package for a minimum 3 nights stay where includes kids stay and eat for free + $100 credit. All three properties are providing onsite COVID-19 testing to all guests returning to the U.S. as part of the resorts'CASALIMPIA health safety program.
The reactivation of tourism in theMexican Caribbeancontinues as airlines reinstate routes and the frequency of incoming flights from countries including Europe, South America and the U.S. The destinations of Quintana Roo have options for all kinds of travelers, from ultimate luxury in five-star resorts to close encounters with nature including swimming with whale sharksandcenote diving and international music, sporting, and gastronomic events. The Mexican Caribbean continues to manage communications with travel agents and tour operators to share the safety and health protocols the state has implemented to protect visitors and locals, including its weekly updated traffic light system to indicate safety restrictions, destination-wide testing, the World Travel Tourism Council Global Safety Stamp, and more.
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#2 Dominican Republic
Palladium Hotel Groupcontinues to position its properties in the Dominican Republic as a safe and flexible choice for the ultimate vacation getaway. With an ambitious vaccination campaign in place, the Dominican Republic strives to be one of the safest destinations in the Caribbean. The hotel group administered vaccination to all employees who wished to receive it; the hotel staff will be fully vaccinated by May. Vaccination efforts continue at all six Dominican Republic properties:Grand Palladium Palace Resort, Spa Casino,Grand Palladium Bvaro Suites Resort Spa,Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort Spa,TRS Turquesa Hotel,TRS Cap Cana Hotel, andDominican Fiesta Hotel Casino. The hotel group is also offering aSummer Vacation Dealguest can get up to 45% off + 1st child stays free* in participating resorts, and an additional discount up to 10% off and 2,500 points for being a Palladium Rewards member.
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#3 Jamaica
Families seeking a long-awaited summer getaway to paradise need not look any further thanPalladium Hotel Group'sGrand Palladium Jamaica Resort SpaandGrand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort Spaproperties. The all-inclusive, family-friendly resorts boast hundreds of exceptional guestrooms, seemingly endless pools, bars and restaurants and direct access to some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. Kids clubs, world-class spa and body treatments and a lengthy list of water sports and land activities, as well as one-of-a-kind entertainment, help put the properties over the top. Palladium is also prioritizing guests' health bykeeping safety top of mindin the time of COVID-19. To learn more about their Summer Vacation Deal visit:https://www.palladiumhotelgroup.com/en/offers/summer-vacations.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE