Cozumel Palace Resort

Cozumel is an island accessible by ferry from Cancun or Playa del Carmen, or you can fly there from the U.S. or a puddle jumper from the Cancun airport. The island is best known for it's amazing diving and snorkeling, as it is at one end of the second largest reef system in the world. Cozumel Palace Resort is within walking distance, or a short cab ride, from the ferry pier and the town with great shops and dining. Cozumel Palace is one of six all-inclusive Palace Resorts in the greater Cancun area. It's much smaller than the Moon Palace (175 rooms versus Moon's 2300). While it doesn't boast the great beaches of Playacar Palace and Beach Palace, the draw here is for snorkeling and enjoying the sun. One of the excursions offered goes to a great beach on the island, so you can get your beach fix for the day - the tour can be booked using your resort credits ($1500 credit for a 7 night stay). This is one of my favorites because I love to snorkel. Just look at the rocks - go down the ladder, put on your mask and look at the sea life. I love it! Also, keep in mind that you can stay at 1 and play at 6 with Palace Resorts. That means you can visit any of the resorts during your stay for a change of pace.

Along with the amazing snorkeling, Cozumel Palace offers 4 restaurants (no reservations required) to enjoy Mexican, Italian, Asian and International flavors. The spa has oceanfront cabins for massages, as well as plenty of spa options (which can also be booked with resort credits). The jr. suites have a great sitting area and in-room jacuzzi for 2 and there are hammocks on the balconies to help you escape your worries of 'real' life. There is also a great option for a 2 story suite called the Mezzanine Suite - it's breathtaking. I didn't get a lot of pictures here - I was too busy taking it all in. I'll get some and will post them. I can say that I LOVE this resort and it is one that I will definitely plan a visit to with my better half in the next year.