While Mexico City and Oaxaca top many travellers’ list when they’re looking to experience Dia de los Muertos, choosing an all-inclusive doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on all the fun. Sandos Caracol, an eco-resort in the Riviera Maya region of the Yucatan peninsula, offers visitors a taste of tradition…all conveniently located on the resort.
Sandos Caracol Eco Resort
Part of the Sandos brand which offers resort locations throughout Spain and Mexico, Sandos Caracol Eco Resort offers a beautiful beach front property surrounded by jungle just outside of Playa del Carmen, about an hour drive from Cancun. A family friendly resort, the hotel offers amenities for both kids (water park, kid’s club, game room) and adults (including an adults only beach area, pool, and breakfast/lunch restaurant). Being an eco resort, you’ll find environmentally friendly practices including no disposable straws and reusable cups. In addition, you can participate in a variety of included eco activities including snorkeling in a cenote, swimming in a river full of mangroves, guided nature hikes, bike riding, tree planting, and more! Wildlife abounds…including monkeys, coatis, agoutis, and countless varieties of birds and reptiles.
Dia de los Muertos
Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a celebration of the memory of departed friends and family which takes place on November 1 and 2. It’s believed that during this time the spirits of the dead return to spend time among their loved ones and their return is celebrated with festivities and altars offering up food and drink to the spirits.
Celebrations at Sandos Caracol
Sandos Caracol offers visitors a taste of tradition…without ever having to leave the resort! Guests can take part in face painting, parades, try traditional food and drink, and enjoy live music and dancing over this two day celebration. Special kids’ programs offer opportunities to play games and decorate sugar skulls. Employees erect beautiful, intricate altars in memory of loved ones and celebrities…including a beautiful memorial to pets, which guests are invited to add a photo to (they can even help you print an image from your phone or social media).
