Red Rocks or Blue Seas: Two great winter getaways

Enchanting Sedona

Just a short drive from Phoenix, the red rock area of Sedona is a unique blend of luxury resorts and rugged yet enchanting wilderness nestled amidst a spectacular geological wonderland. Multi-hued stone formations rise upwards from the desert floor creating a mesmerizing setting that changes hourly with the light. Surrounded by 1.8 million acres of national forest land, Sedona offers a variety of recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and off-roading in a jeep. Yet visitors can also pamper themselves at the surrounding luxury resorts, which feed off Sedona’s reputation for healing and spiritual renewal.

Adelman’s Geri Jacoby-Smith highly recommends a visit to Sedona whether you add it to your Phoenix getaway or make Sedona your primary destination. One of the highlights of Geri’s recent visit was a trip to Slide Rock State Park, which features a natural water slide formed from smooth red sandstone that winds down into a picturesque swimming hole. Geri also experienced an adrenaline rush on an off-road jeep safari that bounced its way around the bristling forest of pinnacles, buttes, domes and spires. Geri adds, “Dave our driver and tour guide from Sedona Off-Road Adventures was great!”

Geri also spent time exploring the Verde Valley Wine Trail, which winds its way through the Sedona area. The wine trail features five Arizona wineries and six tasting rooms. Each winery has its own unique personality and distinct wines. Geri also enjoyed a wonderful lunch at the Enchantment Resort, which offers five-star service and world-class amenities and serves as an excellent base for a Sedona getaway.

The beach at its best at Cancun’s Hyatt Zilara

With soft white sand and vibrant shades of bright blue waters, the magnificent coast of Cancun is often called the perfect beach. Adelman’s Kinsey Bailey experienced Cancun’s spectacular beachfront during her recent stay at the Hyatt Zilara, an adults-only, all-inclusive luxury resort. Kinsey says, “Besides being on a wide stretch of beautiful beach, the Zilara’s location is ideal if you want to explore on your own outside the property as it’s just a 20 minute walk to shopping and the local flea market.”

The Hyatt Zilara Cancun is a great choice for couples of all ages looking for on-resort relaxation and total pampering. Guest rooms are well-appointed and each one has a breathtaking ocean view. Kinsey notes that the balconies also have hammocks. Guests can also indulge themselves with a rejuvenating treatment or massage at Cancun’s only ocean view spa.

This luxurious all-inclusive offers a myriad of resort activities including a live band or show nightly, DJ-driven pool parties near the swim up bar, refined culinary experiences at six gourmet restaurants including a tequila tasting or even a romantic candlelight dinner on the beach. Kinsey enjoyed the chef-inspired dining. She notes, “The poolside food at Pelicanos was also awesome.”

For more information on either of these great destinations or for help with any of your other vacation needs contact your Adelman Vacations advisor at 800-752-1191 or visit our website at www.adelmanvacations.com.

Even more vacation inspiration…

Join us this Saturday Nov 7th, for the Adelman Vacations’ travel show in Springfield, Mo. This annual free event will not only give attendees the chance to personally visit with our team of knowledgeable vacation advisors, but they can also meet with representatives from 27 of the world’s best cruise lines and tour operators for additional in-depth information.

Adelman will also be hosting our very popular annual travel photo contest.

Participants will have a chance to win some great prizes including resort stays at AMResorts, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts and Couples Resorts along with airline tickets courtesy of Apple Vacations and American Airlines.

The Adelman Vacations travel show also features some great specials and opportunities for added benefits. These fantastic deals are available to all Adelman Travel customers, even if you can’t attend the show, so be sure to give us a call.

The Springfield travel show takes place at Juanita K Hammons Hall on Nov. 7th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information visit our website at www.adelmanvacations.com. or give us a call at 800-749-7116.

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