If fine dining is an important part of your travels, then you may have turned up your nose at all-inclusive resorts, which have somewhat rightly earned a reputation for “quantity over quality.” But I urge you to take a look at Grand Velas Resorts, in three Mexico locations, which have broken that mold.
Welcome to Cabo!
They are earning woldwide acclaim for offering dining on par with the world’s best restaurants, representing cuisines from around the world, with menus created by internationally acclaimed chefs. And guests still get all the benefits of the all-inclusive model: lots of on-site activities included, children and teen programs, world class spas, evening entertainment, and gorgeous oceanfront views. (Travelers without kids should take note: each resort has an adults only section, with adults only pool and adults only restaurants.)
Here are 15 reasons families and foodies are raving about Grand Velas Resorts:
- Kids program for ages 4-12 that runs until 11 pm at night, which means a romantic dinner for mom and dad. Familes and kids can also enjoy bonfire nights, cooking classes, and educational, athletic and artistic activities.
A future chef!
- The most expensive wine collection in Mexico.
- Five signature restaurants, each with its own chef and kitchen, offering amazing culinary experiences. And no limits on how many times you dine!
These dishes did not come off a steam table.
- A spa that was named the best spa in the world by Virtuoso.
Before spa treatments, guests experience the 7 step Water Journey.
- The only all-inclusive restaurant to be awarded AAA 5 Diamonds, headed by a chef with 2 Michelin stars (click to see video) and worldwide acclaim.
- Huge suites, at least 1000 sq ft, with either a king or two queen beds. Two bedroom family suites, and suites with plunge pools are also available.
Ambassador Suite with 2 queen beds.
Grand Class Suite with plunge pool.
- Room service offered 24 hours a day.
- Teen club open until midnight with video games, a killer sound system, disco floor & lights, karaoke & their own “bar” for snacks & non-alcoholic drinks.
The teen club also has video gaming booths, HD screens and seats with built-in speakers. ping pong, foosball and air hockey.
- An exclusive wine-tasting experience: a private jet can take guests to the vineyards of Ensenada.
- Beautiful oceanfront pools for everyone: adults only, kiddie pool with water slide, family pool, swim up bars.
The perfect place for a luxurious honeymoon or anniversary trip.
- The Chocolate Clam tasting menu offered in each restaurant (not a dessert, it’s named for the uniform brown color of its shell).
Make sure you stay long enough to try the tasting menu in each restaurant.
- No wristbands! And no waiting in line for restaurant reservations. Your personal concierge takes care of this when you arrive, and checks in with you throughout your stay.
- Wine pairings by expert sommeliers.
Over 50 wines are availalble to guests at no extra charge.
- An in-suite minibar that is personalized and replenished daily.
- Baby Concierge who will provide all necessary gear, and arrange for delivery of diapers and other supplies.
Virtuoso amenities guests can receive when they book through me include upgrades on arrival (if available), one way airport transfers, resort credits, spa discounts, a bottle of tequila (amenities vary by resort).
Limited Time Kids Go Free Offer!
Book by July 31 and kids age 4-12 stay free, plus get other added value perks, for travel through December 18, 2018. (Terms and conditions apply.)
Los Cabos / Riviera Maya / Riviera Nayarit
