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Above (l-r): Barcelo Maya Grand Pool; Paradisus Cancun

Resorts. "For meetings and conventions,
we have a cellphone concierge program
that allows execs to leave their phone
with a professional concierge who filters
incoming calls and messages, only alerting
them when there's an urgent matter."
Taking that a step further, Grand Velas
Riviera Nayarit offers a detox concierge
who is tasked with the all-important duty
of "cleansing" the guest's suite by removing
the flat-screen television from the
room and whisking away their personal
electronic devices to the hotel safe. At
Grand Velas Riviera Maya, attendees
opting to participate in the digital detox
program can trade-in their electronics
for complimentary activities, including
treatments at its spa, and at Grand Velas
Los Cabos, attendees can participate in
educational workshops that ease a variety
of ailments using the principles of ancient
Ayurvedic medicine. With a selection of
interesting and informative courses on
skincare, nutrition, aromatherapy, water
and tea rituals, there is something suitable
for all attendees.
"As a family-run company, we have the
flexibility to innovate and quickly respond to
new market needs, tastes and opportunities
like wellness," says Meraz. "Innovation in
20 THE ART OF MEETINGS WELLNESS

"For meetings and conventions, we have a cellphone
concierge program that allows execs to leave their
phone with a professional concierge who filters
incoming calls and messages."
amenities, services, facilities and package
offerings includes everything from wellness
suites and unique spa treatments inspired
by local culture to dedicated wellness
weeks with international hosts, renowned
hydrotherapy facilities and unique Spa Atelier
workshops that center around self-discovery."

Grupo Presidente
Meetings and events at the Presidente
InterContinental Cozumel Resort Spa
are held in three spaces comprising
more than 3,400-sf, and in lushly
serene gardens, pool and beach areas.
Attendees can sprawl out in 218
rooms and suites, soak up the sun in
a beachside infinity pool or during
beach yoga, enjoy wine tastings and
bask in reflexology treatments in the
Mandara Spa. An on-site scuba center
allows attendees to explore one of the
world's largest coral reefs (and acclaimed

underwater sculptures) with an expert,
or they can take in the atmosphere
via paddleboarding, kitesurfing or
kayaking. A partnership with the National
Geographic Center for Sustainable
Destinations not only preserves the
natural beauty and biodiversity of the
area, but ensures attendees learn about
local marine life and responsible diving,
with plenty of CSR activities along the
way. In San Miguel, the only town on the
island, groups can shop for handicrafts,
explore the Museum of Popular Arts
and take a moment for sips and people
watching at local cafes.

Bahia Principe
Helen Montijano, VP of sales and
marketing for Bahia Principe's US and
Canada markets, says she's seeing an
emerging interest in sustainable meetings,
with groups choosing destinations and
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