In a rapidly changing world with fleeting moments marking time, discovering a “hidden GEM” is quite rare these days. So it is with wonder and awe that I report on an old favorite reimagined in the form of the Intercontinental Presidente in Cozumel
Ahead of our annual Virtuoso Forum conference, I was invited to join a small group of industry colleagues to explore the property with a new perspective. Not only has Cozumel expanded direct inbound flights to the island, it is just a short 45 minute fast ferry ride away from sprawling Playa del Carmen along the Riviera Maya in the Yucatán peninsula. Easy air access to Cancun makes this accessible to everyone.
Located a $10 cab ride south of charming downtown Cozumel, the Intercontinental Presidente is a completely overhauled luxury property right in front of the world’s 2nd largest coral reef. No other hotel features uninhibited vistas and snorkel or dive outs right into the heart of the marine protected reef.
From its lush green gardens to the pristine oceanfront, this ideally situated resort offers guests of any budget a home for 3 to 7 nights (average stay is 5). I will show the full range of room categories in my next blog, for now, let’s just say I was “blown away” by the staff’s warmth and charm.
Put this hideaway on your “next destination” list immediately!
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