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Cancun
La Dolce Vita consistently earns the title of best restaurant in Cancun. This is fine Italian dining with beautiful sunset views and the best lobster in town. Av. Coba N. 87; Lunch or dinner for two $30-$65.
Du Mexique offers fabulous French dining with a unique Mexican twist.
Av. Bonampak 109, esq. calle Pargo; Dinner for two $60-$100.
Playa del Carmen
La Ceiba no-frills open-air spot. Sit at wooden tables for a traditional Mexican breakfast (chilaquiles, huevos rancheros) and stellar juice concoctions. 30th Ave. at Constituyentes St.; breakfast for two $15.
Hotel Básico A seafood restaurant on the terrace
of a 15-room “industrial contemporary” hotel. Order guacamole, seviche and the stellar poblano pepper stuffed with corn and cheese. Fifth Ave. at 10th St.; lunch for two $35.
Puerto Morelos
La Petita (Lighthouse Road) for a true authentic Mexican experience join the local fisherman for fresh fish and lobster at this exceedingly casual but fabulous cheap local eatery.
At the other end of the spectrum is John Gray’s Kitchen run by a former Ritz-Carlton chef. Av. Ninos Heroes; Meals for two range between $40-$80.
Isla Mujeres
Lolo Lorena (Rueda Medina s/n) is a well-kept secret among regular visitors, garnering rave reviews. Be sure to book a table in the romantically-lit garden.
Av. Rueda Medina; dinner for two $70.
NOTE: All prices are in AUD unless otherwise specified and do not include drinks, tax or tips.
Isla Mujeres
Talum, Mayan Ruins Cancun
The Golf Club at Moon Palace: Enjoy whatever you want, whenever you want it - fine dining, premium wines and spirits, water sports, nightly entertainment - without hesitation. Don’t miss playing a round on the legendary Jack Nicklaus golf course. Retire to your private spa or plunge into one of the seven pools in the resort and swim up to the bar for a signature cocktail.
Le Blanc Spa Resort: Situated in a secluded cove with a stunning lagoon on one side and crystal clear sea on the other, Le Blanc is the closest you’ll get to paradise on earth. Luxury here reaches dizzying new heights and you’ll find yourself unwinding from the moment you step foot inside the resort, helped partly by the fact this is strictly an adult-only resort.
PLAYA DEL
CARMEN
Shopping, Playa Del Carmen
Ik-kil Cenote
Upmarket Playa del Carmen has a more sophisticated vibe than other locations on the coast. It’s almost European in its appeal, with plenty of fantastic restaurants and shopping boutiques to enjoy.
Playa is the place to be for relaxation combined with high-end shopping and gourmet cuisine, but also appeals to those who like a little excitement. There are many water sports on offer in the bay, from jet skiing to scuba diving.
With a vibrant mix of local boutiques and designer stores, Playa’s shopping is one of its many appeals. It’s also the place to head to for local handicrafts. Take a stroll around Calle 12 and 14 for the best boutiques, stopping along the way at one of the many wine bars.
22 AUTUMN 2013