What do I REALLY need to pack?

Some of you may have started to at least think about what you should take with you. It's gonna be warm (80 plus) during the day and a bit cool (mid-60's perhaps) pending the humidity at night! The resort is casual during the day and casual elegant at night so boys bring your "Big Boy Pants" & Loafers...ladies, I trust your judgement.

Alex let me know that electrical adapters are not necessary her at the resort and there is a safe for your 13" laptop computer if you want to bring it. So before you pack...check these amenities from the

NOW Jade Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa below.

All suites include:

• One king size or two double beds
• Jacuzzi tub for two
• Gilchrist & Soames bath amenities
• Marble floors
• Plush bathrobes and slippers
• Hair dryer
• Direct dial phone
• Cable TV
• Daily refreshed mini bar
• Electronic safe box that accommodates up to 13” laptop
• Electronic keyhole
• Alarm clock with MP3 / Ipod connector
• Air conditioning with individual climate control
• 24-hour room service
• Iron & board

In Addition to the above suite amenities our "Preferred Club" accommodations include:

• Personalized check-in and checkout with concierge service
• Living room in Preferred Club Suites and Preferred Club Governor Suites
• Outdoor Jacuzzi on balcony in the Preferred Club suites
• Fine bath amenities
• Upgraded mini-bar and room service menu
• Pillow menu
• Access to Mercure Restaurant for à la carte breakfast
• Two 32” LCD TVs
• Complimentary in-suite Internet access and daily newspaper (English/Spanish)
• Preferred Club Lounge
• Access to the adults-only pool (Not exclusive to Preferred Club guests)
• Daily continental breakfast service in the Preferred Club lounge
• Afternoon hors d’oeuvres; exquisite desserts & fine liquors
• Complimentary computer access
• Secrets Box for private room service delivery

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PACKING YET?

Just wondering if you are thinking of packing yet? Seems early? Planning helps and a bit of organization does as well. Our travel agent Alex has laid out her clothes and is ready to go. Okay so we're not that efficient, but she is prepared and has a bit more to think of then perhaps we do. So planning ahead does have it's benefits.

For most of you expert travelers, I know you are thinking how grateful you are for the warmer climate. Tropic region means less clothes and casual. So do pack light!

Color coordinate and accessorizing also help. Important advise? Leave expensive jewelry at home. Our colors for the renewal ceremony will be ivory/white, navy/black, Caribbean Ocean blues - like turquoise, sea foam green, tiffany blue, get the picture? If you can wear your attire, in one or more of these colors, that would be great for our photo opportunity. Shorts are fine. Remember, the days are casual and evening is casual elegance. I already wrote about casual elegance so check the blog if you haven't read it yet.

Oh and in my research although Roger didn't think it was necessary. Like I'm gonna listen to him, right? A recommendation was to bring a travel mug. Preferably a larger one. I know my brother Reagan has these for his morning coffee...might even be from the AM/PM Arco Gas Station...it's huge! But these mugs are perfect for keeping those morning gulp coffee hot and in the afternoon it keeps your Pina Colada cold & icy. Trust me, the hotel glasses will be moderate to small. You can imagine why, right? Okay so now Roger is thinking LARGE, QUANTITY of BOMBAY MARTINI by the mug, hmm, perhaps not a bad recommendation after all.

So here's a couple of additional links to get your thoughts processing to create your own list:

USA TODAY TRAVEL

http://traveltips.usatoday.com/packing-tips-all-inclusive-vacation-12498.html

ABOUT.COM

http://honeymoons.about.com/cs/travelplanner/a/Packing_List.htm

VIRTUALTOURIST.com

http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/7f83d/ea4af/b/

HUBPAGES.COM

http://hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-Packing--List-and-Tips

TRIPADVISOR.COM

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g659488-c73428/Riviera-Maya:Mexico:Essentials.Packing.List.html

SUNSETTARVEL.COM

http://www.sunsettravel.com/PackingList.html

Photo provided by Flickr: ShereenM