Awarded a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, El Faro by Bric is conveniently located directly on the beach near all of the best shopping and attractions in downtown Playa del Carmen. With its beautiful grounds with palm trees and gardens, the resort makes the perfect tropical escape for your family vacation. Go for a swim in the outdoor pool or set up camp in a lounge chair with a refreshing drink from the resort’s poolside beverage service while the kids splash around in the children’s pool. After the pool, stop by your condo to grab your beach gear and reapply sunscreen before visiting the beach. Work on your sun-kissed look or relax in a beach chair with the latest issue of People magazine while the kids play in the sand, or sign up for a diving or snorkeling excursion.

Settle into your luxury two-bedroom condo, with plenty of room to stash suitcases and golf bags out of the way, so you’re not stepping over them on your way to the pool. Full kitchens are modern and well equipped, but if you’re more into finishing your book than planning dinner, Wicky’s restaurant is standing by. Flat screen TVs have premium channels and DVD players, perfect for a low-key night in. Watch the latest episode of This is Us, or have a family movie night. Bring favorite movies from home, pop some popcorn and have everyone get comfortable in the living room. At the end of the night, relive your (slightly embellished) adventures over drinks on your private balcony.

Wake up early enough to hit the lush, Greg Norman-designed course at Mayakoba or the Robert von Hagge-designed Hard Rock Golf Club. The resort is just a short walk to Fifth Avenue, home to some of the area’s best shopping. Browse the handmade and unique products at the independently owned boutiques. Paseo del Carmen is an open-air mall that features apparel, accessories and dining. Grab a latte at Starbucks. Studio F, Armani Exchange, Zara, and Tommy Hilfiger have apparel. Get a new swimsuit at Rip Curl. Get a new pair of sunglasses at Oakley or Sunglass Hut. Surprise the kids with a donut from Krispy Kreme. Plaza Corazon features even more shopping from brands like Calvin Klein, Lacoste, or H&M. Sephora features cosmetics and skincare.