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Travel Weekly
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Travel Weekly
Sponsored Video: Xcaret Mexico's Luis Miguel Ojeda Arsuga Announces Exciting Developments
Sponsored Video: Xcaret Mexico's Luis Miguel Ojeda Arsuga Announces Exciting Developments | In this interview between Luis Miguel Ojeda Arsuga, Director of Hotel for Xcaret Mexico, and Ken Shapiro, Group VP and Editorial Director for Northstar Travel Group, Luis Miguel Ojeda provides an update on the exciting developments at Xcaret resort. He covers new options for teens; the property's range of exciting world-class chefs and dining concepts; wellness treatments for adults and kids at the spa and much more.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Jacqueline Jossa cosies up to husband Dan Osborne in clearest sign yet that ‘make or break holiday' saved their marriage
JACQUELINE Jossa has shared the biggest hint yet she's back on with Dan Osborne with a sweet snap at a friend's wedding. The couple, who confirmed they had split in March, have since been working to repair their marriage, despite Dan moving out of the family home. 4 4 However, after a make-or-break holiday to Mexico in April, it seems like the pair are back in good spirits, and shared a loved-up picture on Sunday. Posing alongside Dan in a fairground ride alongside other wedding guests, the couple beamed as they linked arms inside a carriage, smiling for the cameras. Both were suited and booted for the big event, with Jacqueline wearing a coral blue halterneck dress, while Dan wore a cream suit with a tie to match Jacqueline's outfit. The photo comes shortly after Jacqueline joined Dan at a charity football match, cheering him on as he played. Playing the Sellebrity Soccer Match at Gillingham Football Club. In April, the pair went on a trip with their daughters Ella and Mia — aged nine and six — to Mexico, and despite posting about the holiday, neither mentioned the other. But while there, they were seen looking loved-up, with the pair sharing kisses and affectionate gestures on the poolside. During their time away, an onlooker at the five-star, £380-a-night Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya said: 'Dan and Jac looked like any normal couple. 'There were a few Brits at the resort, but no one recognised them and they were left alone to relax and enjoy quality time together. 'It seemed that having Jac's mum there to help with the kids gave them some extra time together.' Heartbroken Jacqueline Jossa in dramatic last ditch bid to save marriage to Dan Osborne after he moved out Jacqueline's mother Selina also joined them on the Mexico jaunt, looking after the kids so the couple could have some alone time. The couple first met in 2013, tying the knot in 2017, but have been dogged with issues and rumours surrounding their marriage. In March, it was confirmed the pair had split and were 'dealing with things privately', with Dan moving to a house near the family home. Despite this, the pair have continued to put on a united front for the sake of their kids, celebrating Mother's Day together with Dan sharing a loving post about Jacqueline online. Jacqueline has also been seen spending the evening with Dan at his new home. Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne relationship timeline Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne have weathered several storms since they first got together over 10 years ago. Here's how their relationship has played out 2013: After meeting at an awards ceremony that year, Jacqueline and Dan start going on a string of dates November 2013: Jacqueline is forced to defend Dan online after it was revealed he had also been on dates with Ferne McCann, Jac cleared up the matter by saying he was "single and can do what he wants". August 2014: Dan and Jacqueline announce that she is pregnant with their first child together February 2015: The couple welcome their first baby, a daughter named Ella. June 2015: Dan excitedly announced on Twitter that he and Jacqueline were engaged after a romantic proposal in Greece. He wrote: "She said YES!!! I am the luckiest man in the world to be marrying the woman of my dreams." June 2017: The couple exchange vows at a star-studded wedding ceremony at Cheshire Manor House. January 2018: The couple announced they were expecting their second baby together. May 2018: News reports that the couple have split with Dan heading off to a Marbella bootcamp when she was 30 weeks pregnant. Dan later confirmed he was living with a friend, and told Daily Star Sunday: "I'm still staying with a mate. I left because we were arguing and it is such a waste of energy. "The way I look at life is every day spent unhappy is a wasted day, and we were both having a lot of unhappy days," he added. "I still obviously care for Jacqueline but if we can't make each other happy then we shouldn't stay together. Life is too short." May 2018: Dan was seen getting close to Gabby Allen, sparking rumours they were now seeing each other during his break with Jacqueline. June 2018: The couple's second daughter, Mia, is born. October 2018: Dan and Jacqueline confirm they are giving their relationship another shot, telling OK! Magazine they "went through a bad patch" but are "stronger than ever". March 2019: Dan is accused of cheating on Jacqueline with Love Island star Alexandra Cane. Both sides denied the claims. November 2019: Jacqueline enters I'm A Celebrity but threatens to quit when Myles Stephenson confesses to her he thinks Dan cheated on her with his ex, Gabby Allen. She later is given a voicemail, and chooses to stay, winning the show. December 2019: Celebrity Big Brother star Chloe Ayling accuses Dan of having a threesome with her and Natalie Nunn on a boozy night out. Chloe stated in an interview with The Sun that Dan was "making a fool of Jacqueline". August 2024: Dan and Jacqueline become victim of a terrifying kidnap plot while they're on holiday with their daughters. The pair claim £20,000 worth of jewellery and even their girls' tooth fairy money was stolen. January 2025: Gabby Allen denies all relationship rumours with Dan and claims they have now completely cut contact, saying she "hopes he and Jacqueline are happy together." January 20 25: The couple are one again forced to deny split claims, with friends saying they were "upset and hurt" at the allegations after they put their home on the market. March 2025: The Sun exclusively reveals that Dan has moved out of the home he shares with Jacqueline. 4 4
Washington Post
7 days ago
- Sport
- Washington Post
Chisato Iwai wins Mexico Riviera Maya Open by 6 shots for first LPGA title
PLAYA DEL CARMEN, Mexico — Chisato Iwai took a tournament up for grabs and turned it into her own highlight show Sunday, making five birdies in her opening six holes for a 6-under 66 and a six-shot victory in the Mexico Riviera Maya Open for her first LPGA title. Iwai led from the opening hole at El Camaleon when she made birdie and Jenny Bae made bogey, and the 22-year-old from Japan was on her way.
Associated Press
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Chisato Iwai wins Mexico Riviera Maya Open by 6 shots for first LPGA title
PLAYA DEL CARMEN, Mexico (AP) — Chisato Iwai took a tournament up for grabs and turned it into her own highlight show Sunday, making five birdies in her opening six holes for a 6-under 66 and a six-shot victory in the Mexico Riviera Maya Open for her first LPGA title. Iwai led from the opening hole at El Camaleon when she made birdie and Jenny Bae made bogey, and the 22-year-old from Japan was on her way. 'My mental is so calm — calm every day, every time,' Iwai said. She ran off four straight birdies, poured in every putt that mattered and then cruised home to become the third LPGA rookie to win this season. Iwai, whose twin sister Akie Iwai has been runner-up twice this year, finished at 12-under 276. Bae had a one-shot lead going into the final round at Mayakoba, and the 10 players behind her also had never experienced winning on the LPGA Tour. It didn't take long for Iwai, who had eight wins on the Japan LPGA before getting her LPGA card, to turn this into a rout. She hit wedge to 4 feet on the third hole for birdie. She rolled in a 7-foot birdie putt on the fourth. Her approach to the par-5 fifth was right of the green, close to the water, and she calmly chipped that to 2 feet for a third straight birdie. Iwai finished the big birdie run with a 15-foot putt on No. 6. Bae bogeyed the opening two holes and never caught up. She steadied herself on the back nine to salvage a 73 and a runner-up finish. 'It just tells me that I have a long ways to go but also I'm also getting there, too,' Bae said. 'So I'm happy. I definitely know what I need to work on for the week off for me. Hopefully I'll be able to score better at the next tournament.' The six-shot victory for Iwai matched the largest margin this year. Rio Takeda of Japan also won by six at the Blue Bay LPGA in China. Iwai took off early and it seemed as though everyone simply cleared out of her way. Gabriela Ruffels, who birdied five of her last six holes on Saturday to get within two shots of the lead, made only one birdie in her round of 76. Miranda Wang, who stayed in the game with clutch par putts down the stretch in the third round, closed with a 76 without making a birdie. Yahui Zhang made bogey on six of her last seven holes for a 78. Iwai won $375,000 for her first title. It's the first time in 10 years the LPGA has had three rookies win before the end of May. The LPGA returned to Mexico for the first time since 2017 and didn't attract a strong field with the U.S. Women's Open next week at Erin Hills is Wisconsin. Charley Hull at No. 15 was the highest-ranked player in the field. She didn't break 70 all week and tied for 32nd. ___ AP golf:
Forbes
24-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Sustainable Resorts in Mexico: Inside Chablé Hotels
Five-star Chable Hotels combine Mexican design, architecture, art and cuisine, respecting and ... More honoring the environment and local culture. As interest in sustainable tourism continues to rise, more properties around the world are taking steps toward minimizing negative impacts on the environment, preserving local cultures, and benefitting the communities in which they operate their hotels and resorts. An exemplary leader in this trend is Chablé Hotels, a Mexican-owned, five-star company that operates sustainable resorts in the Yucatan peninsula. The hotels, one in the state of Yucatan and another in the Riviera Maya, aim to set a standard of sustainability without compromising luxury by encouraging guests to live in harmony with nature and honor the local cultures and traditions. An important aspect of the experience are the food and drink programs, which set them apart from other luxury resorts in the area. For starters, all Chablé Hotels' restaurants are led by award-winning chef Jorge Vallejo, the mastermind behind México City's Michelin-starred Quintonil, included in the 50 World's Best Restaurants lists since 2015. With Vallejo as corporate chef, the cuisine at both Chablé Yucatan and Chablé Maroma reflects Mexico's culinary heritage, using local ingredients and traditions while allowing each property's chefs the creativity to transform them into innovative preparations that are a feast for all senses. Housed in a former XIX Century sisal hacienda, Chable Yucatan is an oasis of tranquility steeped in ... More history. Chablé Yucatán opened in 2016, set within 750 acres just 25 minutes from the historic capital city of Mérida. Sustainably designed and built in a restored 19th-century sisal hacienda, it preserves the rich history of the area by using rescued materials from the buildings, reutilizing collapsed stones and consolidating other buildings, building casitas and villas with the least environmental impact possible, and reinterpreting roots and trunks of fallen trees as unique furniture and sculptures. The vibe at this incredible property is one of quiet seclusion and well-being. Mornings start with dozens of different bird songs, and white-tailed deer, considered sacred by the ancient Maya, roam free and forage around the property. The amazing spa is the first in the world to be built surrounding a cenote, one of the many natural water sources that dot the Yucatán Peninsula. Named the The Best Hotel in North America 2024 by 50 Best and awarded two Michelin Keys, the hotel supports local artisans, using their crafts to decorate the buildings and grounds. Women from the Maya town of Ich Muul embroidered the original textile collection found at the resort, rescuing designs and colors representing the land's history. In fact, Maya culture is the heart and soul of the property, which offers many activities for guests to learn and experience its beautiful traditions. That, of course, includes the cuisine. At the traditional Maya outdoor kitchen, local women cooks prepare simple meals and teach cooking ... More classes. Here, chefs create seasonal menus using ingredients grown organically in the traditional Maya raised gardens called k'anche'. Guests can tour the gardens with the resident horticulturists, which grow fruit, vegetables and herbs to use in the restaurants. At the melipona bee sanctuary, visitors can harvest and taste honey directly from the hives. Prior to collecting, a local shaman conducts a ceremony to honor and respect the bees. Perhaps the most heartwarming and educational experience at Chablé Yucatán is the Casita Maya, a replica of a traditional Maya house and outdoor kitchen, where Yucatec women cooks known as the tías - the aunts - teach simple and delicious regional dishes and introduce the local ingredients. From grinding heirloom corn to make the tortillas, to roasting meat and vegetables over a wood fire, these experiences are not only delicious, but also allow the women to transmit their knowledge and recipes, raising awareness about endemic ingredients and the importance of preserving the environment in which they grow. Afterwards, participants sit al fresco to enjoy their preparations surrounded by nature. Award-winning Ixi'im Restaurant has been recognized for its stunning modern Mexican cuisine that ... More honors the gastronomy of Yucatan. There are two restaurants within the property: laid-back, poolside Ki'ol and award-winning Ixi'im, both offering seasonal menus using fresh produce grown in the hotel's k'anche'. Executive chef Ernesto Flores leads the wider culinary offerings, while executive chef Luis Ronzón heads up Ixi'im, the recipient of a 50 Best Discovery award. Ki'ol serves breakfast and lunch, with a focus on fresh and healthy preparations as well as refreshing cocktails and fruit juices. Meaning corn in Yucatec Maya, Ixi'im is housed in the former factory of the hacienda, serving modern Mexican cuisine with a focus on local and traditional ingredients and celebrating the unique cuisine of the Yucatán. Ronzón's culinary path began under the mentorship of Mexico's beloved chef and food historian Yuri de Gortari and as an apprentice to René Redzepi at Noma, experiences that shaped his talent before leading him to Quintonil, where he worked alongside Vallejo. Now at Ixi'im, he uses modern techniques to showcase local ingredients, the smoky flavors of the pib, the traditional Maya underground oven, and the region's Lebanese heritage. The amazing food at Ixi'im changes seasonally, with six-course tasting menus and a la carte options ... More available. With 3,435 bottles and counting, the bar at Ixi'im boasts one of the world's most extensive and impressive private tequila collections which lines the restaurant walls. The collection includes a bottle of Brinde por México by José Cuervo from 1845, and one-of-a-kind pieces painted by famed Mexican muralist Rufino Tamayo. The bar itself boasts a great selection of agave spirits, served alone, as flights or in craft cocktails. Set in an independent building across the grassy field, the hotel's cozy Sikar Bar has an extensive menu featuring classic spirits from around the world and a curated collection of various Mexican distillates, offering lively mixology classes for cocktail enthusiasts. Chablé Maroma sits on a long strecht of perfectly secluded beach, surrounded by carefylly preserved ... More mangroves. Following the success of Chablé Yucatán, Chablé Maroma opened in September 2018 on Maroma Beach in the Riviera Maya, surrounded by mangroves and flanked by the Caribbean Sea in proximity to the world's second-largest coral reef. It's just 40 minutes from Cancun airport, but it truly feels like a million miles away. Here, serenity and wellness are key to the whole experience, offering privacy amid nature and a spa with treatments centered around Maya traditions and the sea, and bespoke wellness retreats tailored individually. Renowned interior designer Paulina Morán created spaces that showcase nature while feeling luxurious. Add an efficient and friendly staff that seems genuinely happy to be where they are, and its no wonder Chablé Maroma has received one Michelin Key and a mention in the 50 Best Discovery list. In tune with Chablé's commitment to sustainability and support for local communities and the environment, the hotel partners with Oceanus A.C., a renowned Mexican pioneer in coral reef restoration, to safeguard vital coral species in the reef. Together, they offer a beautiful activity in which guests learn about coral preservation and are invited to create a personalized coral seedling 'home' to contribute to ongoing restoration efforts. Chablé Maroma has three food and beverage outlets, each with a different menu and vibe. Chablé Maroma has three seaside food and beverage outlets, each with its own vibe and culinary focus, but all inspired in seasonality and using produce and herbs from the property's k'anche'. At poolside Kaban, flavors from Mexico's coastal regions take center stage. Try the regional breakfast of huevos motuleños — eggs sunny side up on fried tortilla with refried beans, red sauce green peas fried plantain, spiced sausage, turkey ham, sour cream and cotija cheese — and refresh yourself at lunchtime with a ceviche or aguachile. If you're looking for a laid-back dinner, a varied menu includes seafood, steaks and pastas. Of course, ice cold beer and tropical cocktails are in order. For a truly special dinner, however, Bu'ul is the perfect choice. Here, the contemporary cuisine of chef Carlos Navarrete is influenced by the culinary traditions of the Yucatan, complemented by a spectacular wine list. The Michelin Guide recommended Bu'ul 'for its sophisticated dishes featuring corn, beans, and chiles.' Bu'ul, after all, is the Maya word for bean. The seasonal menus are a collaboration between Navarrete and Vallejo, using fresh ingredients sourced from nearby farms and sustainable seafood. A six-course tasting menu is the way to go, but a la carte dishes are also available and worth a try. A dish of duck with mole and chochoyotes is an example of the signature dishes at Bu'ul. Bu'ul's wine list, curated by sommelier Michael González, was the regional winner for Most Original Wine List and Best Designed Wine List in The World's Best Wine Lists 2024. It features a fantastic range of Mexican and international wines, including rare vertical collections that make it one of the most recognized in the Riviera Maya. The wine cellar offers private tastings, which are not to be missed. González is a fountain of knowledge but also a great educator, explaining things in detail without being pretentious or condescending. The space is beautiful, to boot. Above Bu'ul is Raw Bar, a terrace cocktail bar with incredible views and the laid-back elegance that characterizes the property. The menu, as the name implies, includes seafood preparations by the Bu'ul culinary team, with craft cocktails, beer and wine available. If you fancy an informal dinner with a spectacular sunset, this is the place. Chefs bury the cochinita pibil in the morning and serve it at night with all the trimmings. If you like getting your hands dirty in the kitchen take a cooking class. You can learn to make your own roasted salsa using the traditional stone molcajete while sipping a refreshing cocktail, or book a more elaborate Yucatec cuisine class and learn to make regional classics. If liquid cuisine is more your beat, Raw Bar's mixologists also teach afternoon cocktail clases, just in time for happy hour. For a truly unique experience, be sure to ask about the pib ceremony. Weather permitting, chefs prepare cochinita pibil, perhaps the most iconic dish of the region, in an underground pit directly on the beach. They bury the seasoned pork loin in the morning and unearth it in the evening for dinner, serving it the traditional way with freshly made tortillas, salsas and pickled onions. This is not to be missed. Both of these properties are an incredible example of how luxury resorts can and should respect the people, the cultures and the environment of the places in which they are built. Going even further, Chablé Hotels actively participate and encourage the restoration of the ecosystems and preservation of the traditions that make Mexico, and the Yucatan Peninsula, so unique.
