As we’re drawing towards the close of 2024 and the holiday season approaches, most people’s minds are drifting towards rest, relaxation, and cutting loose. It’s been a long year, who could blame you for thinking about jetting off to a hot incentive travel destination?
For September’s travel blog, we’ve highlighted a destination that epitomises these values – Playa Del Carmen in Mexico! From lying on a sparkling blue coastal beach to traveling through the forest to find a Cenote to swim in, to taking in the local culture at a lucha libre wrestling event, Playa Del Carmen truly has everything your mind could drift towards at the end of a long year, which translates to a memorable and aspirational incentive travel trip that your customers would cherish for years to come.
Located 45 minutes south of Cancun on the Yucatan Peninsula along the Caribbean Sea, “Playa” is known as one of the best beach towns in Mexico. With easy access from Cancun Airport, the destination truly has it all. The best time to visit is during the northern cooler months from November to March, meaning it’s a good idea to start planning your incentive travel program soon!
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Playa Del Carmen is also a common location for “Spring Break” in the US from March to April, so while important to keep in mind when planning your trip, this could be a great destination if your group is looking to party!
Setting yourself up to close to right on the main street known as La Quinta Avenida (also known as Fifth Avenue in English) will give your group the best access to everything you’d want to see!
Budget: AUD $8,500 / NZD $9,500 per person
Suggested Duration: 4-5 nights
Group Size: 30 – 100 PAX
Best Travel Months: November – March
Flights:
Australia: Via LAX with Qantas or United – approx. travel time 22hrs
New Zealand: Via LAX with Air New Zealand/United – approx. travel time 26hrs
Itinerary:
A visit to Mexico wouldn’t be complete without seeing some of the historical Mayan Ruins. Deep in the jungle, you’ll find the spectacular Chichen Itza Ruins, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Chichen Itza Ruins is one of the largest and best-preserved archaeological sites in the world and is home to a range of ancient Mayan marvels, all rich in history and culture.
Seeing this monument firsthand will show that there’s no question as to why it’s one of the most cherished sites to be visited by travelers every year. Make sure to get up early and see everything before the heat and crowds set in!
It’s no secret that Mexico is hot – it’s one of the key reasons to visit this beautiful beach paradise! With this in mind, why not cool off in one of the famous Cenotes?
These underground swimming holes are known to be more refreshing than a dip in the ocean and are lined with limestone bedrocks which provide fresh river and spring water to cool you down from the hot Mexican sun.
Lucha Libre, which translates to English means “freestyle wrestling”, is a type of professional wrestling originating from Mexico and is known around the world.
Full of luchadores wearing colourful masks and executing rapid sequences of holds and dynamic aerial manoeuvres, lucha libre wrestling is a must-see, and is regularly performed in Playa Del Carmen. Grab your mask and get ready for the show of a lifetime!
Mexican cuisine stretches far beyond the usual expectations of tacos. One of the best ways to experience real Mexican food is to enjoy street food, just like the locals.
The main street in Playa Del Carmen (Fifth Ave) will have a vast range of street food options. As you stroll down the 20-block pedestrian-only street, listen out for street vendors as they shout out the food items that they are selling.
If you are really into finding the best food in Playa del Carmen, there are some amazing food tours on offer., which are a fun and inexpensive way to try some of the best local dishes.
With oceanfront rooms overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, retreat to a tranquil modern oasis with your own private balcony.
The hotel itself is located on a private stretch of sand with the energy and excitement of La Quinta Avenida (Fifth Avenue) just meters away.
Guests will delight in the iconic infinity pools and spectacular architecture with some of the most unique outdoor dining concepts in Playa del Carmen.
If you’re feeling the travel itch and want to create a memorable and emotional lasting connection between your top customers and your brand, a bespoke B2B travel incentive program could be exactly the thing to use.
Speak with our experienced sales and travel teams to help us work out the best program design and strategy that will solve the pain points your business is experiencing while creating a lifetime link between your channel partners and the value your business can provide.
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