The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
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Located in the Dominican Republic's El Seibo province in between lush palm groves, rugged mountains, and secluded beaches lies Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda—the first resort in the undiscovered region of Miches. is luxurious, all-inclusive resort is Club Med's first and only Exclusive Collection property in North America, offering guests 5-star accommodations and amenities with private transfers, VIP services, and more. e resort features four boutique "villages," each with a distinct living concept from wellness and adventure to kid-friendly and adults-only. Couples can opt for the romantic Archipelago village with an oceanfront suite, personal plunge pool, and private beach access (plus, daily champagne service!). Guests working on their wellness goals can take part in daily yoga classes curated by Club Med's Yoga Ambassador and legendary instructor Jonah Kest as a part of the Wellness Fusion program, which offers 25+ sports, nature reconnection, mindfulness and yoga, nutritious dining, and spa experiences at Club Med Spa by CINQ MONDES. Parents can feel at ease leaving their children in dedicated kids clubs, with specially-trained staff and kid- centric amenities like the resort's Secret Chocolate Room, a "children's speakeasy" located in the Cacao & Co. restaurant. C l u b M e d M i c h è s P l a y a E s m e r a l d a Set on 100 acres of pristine Mayan coastline, Waldorf Astoria Cancun is a Michelin Key recipient, offering ocean-view accommodations, world-class dining, and an award-winning spa. Each of its 173 rooms features private balconies with soaking tubs, with select suites offering swim-up patios. e Waldorf Astoria Spa provides ancestral Mayan healing ceremonies led by an in- house shaman, while signature restaurant Malpeque showcases open-flame grilling with bold, smoky flavors. With 68,000-square- feet of event space and just 15 minutes from the airport, this resort seamlessly blends modern luxury with cultural authenticity for an unforgettable escape on the Riviera Maya. Wa l d o r f A s t o r i a C a n c u n 32 VUENJ.COM