Get off the beaten path to explore the wild side of Molokini on this half-day adventure from Maui. The small, crescent-shaped island of Molokini is an extinct volcanic crater with a thriving coral reef, home to more than 250 species of fish and 38 species of coral. Hop aboard a 54-foot, single-deck catamaran and jump in the water for a snorkel at the Turtle Arches reef. Then, cruise around Molokini's rugged, red rock back wall, home to a variety of seabirds. Snorkeling equipment plus a continental breakfast, buffet lunch, and refreshments are included.
Maui, Hawaii
Enjoy a ‘front-row seat’ for Maui’s epic sunset accompanied by handcrafted cocktails and snacks during this sailing cruise from Kaanapali Beach. Enjoy views of nearby Lanai, Molokai, and Kahoolawe from your boat, cocktail and food in hand, as the Hawaiian sky puts on its nightly display. Snacks, unlimited alcoholic drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages are all included.
Rome, Italy
Discover the Vatican on a private tour of the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums with an expert guide. Navigate the vast complex of rooms, artwork, and history with a guide, who brings the ancient collection to life. Skip all the entrance lines to explore halls such as the Gallery of the Maps; step inside the Sistine Chapel to admire ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo and finish your tour visiting St. Peter's Basilica.
Puerto Rico
Experience the wonder of bioluminescence close-up, with a guide to lead the way and provide commentary, on this evening kayak tour from Fajardo. Get instructions on kayaking if you’re a novice, and paddle along a mangrove channel to reach the bioluminescent bay at Laguna Grande. Then, marvel at the blue lights and use your oars to create illuminated trails in the water. All kayaking equipment is included for your convenience.
Skip the touristy Roman restaurant classes for this handmade pasta cooking masterclass in the home of a chef. (His nonna's home specifically!) Prepare traditional Italian pasta such as ravioli or fettuccine and Roman sauces to accompany them—including amatriciana and carbonara sauces or **cacio e peppe** (“cheese and pepper”). Cook with a small group of no more than 6 people for an intimate experience, and enjoy your homecooked meal with wine and coffee.
These were some of our favorite experiences when we stayed at the all-inclusive Hotel Xcaret but you can experience them a la carte, with transportation, from your Cancun, Costa Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, or Riviera Maya accommodations.
Step into the wonderful paradise that is Mexico’s Xcaret Park and decide where to go first with over 40 attractions and activities to explore. Your day ticket has quite an itinerary in store for you. Water-lovers enjoy beaches, inlets, natural pools, cenotes (sinkholes), underground rivers, and more. Nature lovers can walk on jungle trails and spot Xcaret Park’s exotic flora and fauna. The drama fanatics can watch cultural presentations, like Los Voladores de Papantla (flying men), The Fiesta Charra (horse spectacle), and the Mayan Ball Game!
At nightfall, the famous Xcaret Mexico Espectacular show takes you on a historical journey through Mexico with 300 artists putting on a brilliant show.
This option includes the Xcaret Plus ticket so you can enjoy complimentary food and beverages, with the option to choose from a plethora of buffet-style restaurants, as well as free lockers and snorkel equipment.
Spend a day at Xel-Há All Inclusive! Have a great time being in touch with nature at this beautiful park in Riviera Maya. Walk by jungle trails, visit the Nursery with more than 270 native species of plants, and relax for a while on an inner tube for one or two guests as the river flows into an enormous inlet.
Xel-Há All-Inclusive is an astounding place, one of the best Riviera Maya parks where you will have unlimited snorkel, food, and beverages during your visit, plus the use of snorkeling gear and a free snorkel. Explore the inlet and spend great moments jumping off the Cliff of Courage or gliding on a zip-line that ends in the water.
At Xel-Há park, you must go to the top of the Scenic Lighthouse to have an outstanding view at 131 ft tall, to then descend on a waterslide that ends on the refreshing waters of a natural pool. Discover more than 20 attractions and enjoy an unforgettable day in here.
Xenses is very difficult to describe but it was amazing! This is a half-day experience. Discover... a nonsensical Mexican Town that will test your balance, fast descent on a Slip slide, a Bird Flight zip-line, and a Natural Xpa with activities like being covered in mud, floating in a salt river, and purifying your skin with potent streams of water in this path known before as Inconsensible Circuit.
Live... a tour through different ecosystems in pitch-black darkness, a walkway to experience what it would be like to be a giant or a dwarf, a little piece of Eden to interact with nature, the inside of the Earth among caverns and caves, fun optical illusions, and a delicious lemonade tree at Xitric Garden in this magical place known before as Consensible Circuit.
Capture extraordinary moments in more than 50 fantastic scenarios: pose in a tunnel of hearts, lift the weight of the world with your hands, float inside a pool without getting wet, kiss a giant stone face, be like Superman in the fortress of solitude, and visit the upside-down house, among many others.
Fly through the highest zip-lines in the destination. Drive through flooded caverns and make your way through the jungle in amphibious vehicles. Swim through a 65-million years old stalactite river. Splash into a refreshing cenote on board of an original hammock zip-line. Paddle through underground caverns in a unique raft. Experience the new Toboganxote water slide - on board a raft, you will slide downhill on four types of descents to end in a great wave pool. Recover energy in two smoothie and snack stations. Satisfy your hunger in a cavemen-worthy buffet as many times as you want.
Lockers, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, and buffet lunch and snacks are included.
Similar to Xplor, but at night! As the night falls in the Caribbean, adrenaline continues. Starting at 5:30 p.m. and until 11:30 p.m. Xplor Fuego opens its doors. A torch lit adventure and water park in Riviera Maya where fun knows no limits. The only unlimited nighttime adventure offers heart-racing activities in the heart of the jungle. Cross a ring of fire as the sun sets over the highest zip-lines in Playa del Carmen and Cancun, find your way through the darkness of the night riding amphibious vehicles, feel the freshness of splashing into a cenote and swim or paddle across the fresh underground rivers. Stop for a warm cup of coffee or hot chocolate and some sweet bread at the coffee & bread station and start making room for a voracious buffet.
The Na Pali Coast—”Pali” means “sea cliffs” in Hawaiian—is 17 miles of earthen splendor, best experienced from the water. On this tour, you’ll get to bask in its panoramas from a luxury catamaran, mai tai in hand. Break from the views to snorkel with rays, spot dolphins and whales, relax over dinner, and then soak in those golden-hour vibes as the sun sets over sacred Na Pali.
Enter the world of Harry Potter™ when you’re in London at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. With convenient transportation from the city to the studio, this Harry Potter tour introduces you to all the details that went into the making of the magical movies, including film sets, props, costumes, and special effects. Stand in the Great Hall, walk along Diagon Alley, see Dumbledore’s office and more.
Paris, France
Uncover the secrets of the macaron with this small-group baking class at Galeries Lafayette. Meet your instructor, a French pastry chef, in a quiet corner of the iconic department store. Over the course of 1.5 hours, learn to prepare the delicate shells and ganache of the perfect macaron. Work with organic ingredients to create flavors like chocolate, pistachio, and more.
Paris, France
Learn the secrets to prepare macarons (meringue pastry) with your kids during a 90-minute cooking class. Food coloring, almond powder, and all other necessary ingredients to make the classic pastry are provided. Step by step instructions, which are easy for all ages to follow, are given by a professional French chef. At the end of class, take home four of your own macarons or devour them on the spot.
The best way to see Santorini is from the water. Enjoy the splendid views from the catamaran as it sails around Santorini. Swim and snorkel in the blue sea and indulge in a delicious barbecue dinner prepared onboard. Imbibe unlimited drinks such as local wine and water.