Anniversary Getaway

25 Years &
Counting

Dates
July 22 – 29, 2026
Duration
7 Nights
Guests
2 Adults
Anniversary couple

25 years! That is such o a big deal and I am SO excited to help you celebrate. I pulled together 7 options across four destinations (Mexico, Dominican Republic, St. Lucia, and Antigua) so you'd have a real range to look through — different vibes, different price points, all absolutely beautiful.

Everything here is 7 nights, all-inclusive, and I tried to grab swim-out or plunge pool rooms wherever I could! I also added my notes on each one so you can get a feel for the vibe. July is hurricane season so prices are a little better but the risk is there. The risk is lower in St. Lucia. Prices for flights are less expensive and the food/value tends to be better in Mexico. DR can have seaweed that collects at the beach in the summer.

Pricing ranges from $3,770 to $6,035 — just scroll through and let me know what catches your eye. No pressure, no rush — just send me your thoughts and we'll go from there.🥂

Mexico

3 Options
SLS Playa Mujeres – Cancun
Captivate Swim-Out King
$3,770
$441 / night + 21% tax
All taxes & fees included
🌊 Swim-Out Room ✓ All-Inclusive ✦ Best Value
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Advisor's Note

A modern, upscale all-inclusive just north of Cancun in a private community. The variety here is unmatched — around 18 restaurants and bars total — and the swim-out room makes this exceptional value for the price. Stylish, lively, and a fantastic pick for anyone who loves a beautiful resort with plenty to explore without ever leaving the property.

What's Included
  • Food & drinks at 18 restaurants and bars (incl. alcohol)
  • 4 swimming pools + secluded beachfront
  • Outdoor adventure course & splash zone
  • Gym facilities & group fitness classes
  • Non-motorized water sports
  • Indoor & outdoor cinema entertainment
Airport Transfer
~30–45 min from CUN
Setting
Private gated community
Vibe
Modern, stylish, lively
Extras (add-on fee)
Motorized water sports, spa, premium spirits
Payment Due: July 7, 2026 Cancel By: July 14, 2026 ⚠ 100% penalty after July 14
Fairmont Mayakoba – Riviera Maya
Fairmont Room – King · All-Inclusive
$4,693
$536 / night (incl. all-inclusive)
All taxes & fees included
✓ All-Inclusive
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Advisor's Note

A fabulous property set within a gated resort community of lagoons, mangroves, and pristine beachfront. The Fairmont brand is known for exceptional service and dining — this is Riviera Maya at its most refined. An excellent choice for a couple who appreciates understated luxury and a world-class environment. Also excellent for those who like to venture out, as it shares grounds with Rosewood, Banyan Tree, and Andaz.

What's Included
  • Unlimited dining & premium beverages at hotel restaurants/bars
  • In-room dining 7am–10pm (+ $5 delivery fee)
  • Mini bar included
  • Bike use throughout the resort
  • Bird watching boat tour on property
  • Beach activities & water sports (kayak, SUP, snorkel)
  • $20 spa credit + $20 Sweet Spot candy shop credit
Airport Transfer
~30–45 min from CUN
Setting
Lagoons, mangroves & beach
Vibe
Refined, serene, nature-forward
Not Included
Steakhouse set menu, Ki Bar, golf course, Willow Stream Spa
Deposit: 1 night, non-refundable, due 1 day after booking ⚠ 100% penalty applies — verify cancel terms at booking
Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen
Preferred Club Junior Suite Swim-Out King · Tropical View
$4,893
~$699 / night avg (dynamic pricing)
All taxes & fees included
🌊 Swim-Out Suite ✓ All-Inclusive Adults Only ★ Hyatt Privé Perks
Secrets Moxché hydrotherapy pool Secrets Moxché swim-out terrace Secrets Moxché pool bar
Advisor's Note

This is a newer Secrets property in Playa del Carmen. The Preferred Club adds butler-style service, a private lounge, and premium room inclusions on top of the all-inclusive. The swim-out terrace is stunning. Playa del Carmen also gives them walkable access to 5th Avenue and the town if you want to explore.

Hyatt Privé Exclusive Perks
  • $125 USD property credit
  • Welcome amenity & guest welcome letter
  • Early check-in / late check-out (subject to availability)
  • Hydrotherapy access
  • World of Hyatt tier-qualifying night credits
  • Preferred Club lounge access & butler service
Airport Transfer
~45–60 min from CUN
Location
Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya
Vibe
Modern, adults-only, walkable to town
Booking Advantage
Hyatt Privé rate via FarePoint — perks not bookable direct
Rate: Hyatt Privé Exclusive Offer (2-night minimum for perks) ⚠ Verify cancellation policy at booking

Dominican Republic

2 Options
Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
Junior Suite – King, Ocean View · Adult All-Inclusive
$4,964
$492 / night + 28% tax
All taxes & fees included
✓ All-Inclusive Adults Only
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Advisor's Note

An adults-only all-inclusive in the exclusive Cap Cana private community, designed to evoke a charming Spanish colonial village. With five pools distributed across the property, it never feels crowded — this is the quieter, more intimate side of Punta Cana. A wonderful pick for relaxation and romance over activity. I just met a couple that really loved this place.

What's Included
  • Gourmet meals + unlimited domestic & imported drinks
  • 24-hour concierge & room service
  • Silk bathrobes & slippers
  • Ocean-view terrace or balcony
  • Mini bar refreshed daily + espresso machine
  • Walk-in closets, in-room safe
Airport Transfer
~25–30 min from PUJ
Setting
Private Cap Cana community
Vibe
Quiet, romantic, colonial-inspired
Pools
5 pools — uncrowded feel
Payment Due: July 7, 2026 Cancel By: July 14, 2026 ⚠ 100% penalty after July 14

St. Lucia

2 Options
Secrets St. Lucia Resort & Spa
Deluxe Swim Out King · Adults Only
$4,855
$548 / night + 20% tax
All taxes & fees included
🌊 Swim-Out Room ✓ All-Inclusive Adults Only
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Advisor's Note

A recently renovated adults-only all-inclusive on a quiet stretch of St. Lucia's northern coast. Multiple restaurants, pools, and a lovely relaxed vibe — with a swim-out room to make it feel extra special. St. Lucia offers more to explore as a destination than the other options.

What's Included
  • Unlimited à la carte gourmet dining (no reservations needed)
  • Unlimited top-shelf spirits, juices & soft drinks
  • 24-hour room & concierge service
  • Pool & beach wait service
  • Daily refreshed mini-bar (drinks, water, beer)
  • Oceanfront bars & entertainment venue
Airport Transfer
75–90 min (UVF) or ~20 min (SLU)
Setting
Quiet northern coast beach
Vibe
Relaxed, romantic, recently renovated
Note
Rich destination for excursions & adventures
Payment Due: July 1, 2026 Cancel By: July 8, 2026 ⚠ 100% penalty after July 8
Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences
Oasis Guestroom · Premium All-Inclusive
$5,867
$699 / night + 17% tax
All taxes & fees included
✓ All-Inclusive
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Advisor's Note

A beautiful boutique resort cascading down a lush hillside in Castries, with rooms and villas offering glimpses of the Caribbean Sea. The Oasis Guestroom features a private balcony, L'Occitane bath amenities, and Nespresso. A more intimate feel than a typical large resort Includes a $150 adventure credit to enjoy the best of St. Lucia.

What's Included
  • Premium All-Inclusive dining & beverages
  • $150 USD adventure credit
  • L'Occitane bath amenities & Nespresso
  • Private balcony with garden/sea views
  • Daily turndown service
  • 65 acres of hillside with stunning beach
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
Airport Transfer
75–90 min (UVF) or ~20 min (SLU)
Setting
Hillside resort, Castries area
Vibe
Boutique, charming, hillside retreat
Bonus Perk
$150 adventure credit included
Payment Due: July 1, 2026 Cancel By: July 8, 2026 ⚠ 100% penalty after July 8

Antigua

1 Option
✦ Virtuoso Rate
Galley Bay Resort & Spa
Gauguin Suite – King · Private Plunge Pool · Virtuoso Rate
$6,035
$862 / night (incl. 1 complimentary night)
Taxes included · Fees included
🌊 Private Plunge Pool ✓ All-Inclusive Adults Only ★ Virtuoso Rate
Galley Bay Gauguin Suite
Advisor's Note

The Gauguin Suite is one of the most uniquely designed rooms in the Caribbean: whitewashed interiors with cool stone and light wood accents, a king bedroom, living area with wet bar, and an expansive bathroom with shower. Sliding glass doors open directly onto a private sun deck with plunge pool, nestled between the resort's beach and lagoon. Ideal for a couple wanting total privacy and romance.

Suite Highlights
  • Private plunge pool on private sun deck
  • King bedroom + separate living area & wet bar
  • Spacious bathroom/dressing area with shower
  • Nestled between resort beach and lagoon
  • All-inclusive: all meals, beverages, water sports, entertainment
  • $100 F&B or spa credit per stay
  • Room service available
Airport Transfer
~45 min from ANU
Setting
Between beach & lagoon, bird sanctuary
Vibe
Barefoot luxury, utterly private
Savings vs. Standard Rate
Save ~$811 with Virtuoso rate
Rate: All Inclusive Virtuoso Rate · 1 complimentary night included (Sun Jul 26) ⚠ Verify cancellation policy at booking

At a Glance

All Options · July 22–29, 2026 · 7 Nights · 2 Adults
# Property Destination Room Highlights Total (USD)
1 SLS Playa Mujeres Cancun, Mexico Captivate Swim-Out King Swim-Out $3,770
2 Fairmont Mayakoba Riviera Maya, Mexico Fairmont Room – King + AI $4,693
3 Secrets Moxché ★ Privé Playa del Carmen, Mexico Preferred Club Swim-Out King Swim-Out Adults $4,893
4 Secrets St. Lucia Saint Lucia Deluxe Swim Out King Swim-Out Adults $4,514
5 Sanctuary Cap Cana Dominican Republic Junior Suite – Ocean View Adults $4,964
6 Windjammer Landing Saint Lucia Oasis Guestroom $150 Adventure Credit $5,867
7 Galley Bay Resort & Spa ✦ Virtuoso Antigua Gauguin Suite + Plunge Pool Plunge Pool Adults $6,035