Pros and Cons of a Paleo Diet

Pros and Cons of a Paleo Diet

With all the hype surrounding the trendy Paleo diet in recent years, you may wonder if it could benefit your health as much as you’ve heard.  Since it is a modern day version of the diets our ancestors from the Paleolithic era ate (more than 10,000 years ago) it is touted as a beneficial eating […]

Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga

Although Yin Yoga is a practice unknown to many in the Western world, this meditative form of yoga is praised as a wonderful way to look deep inside oneself while holding poses for extended periods of time.  Not surprisingly, Yin Yoga centers on the Taoist concept of yin and yang in which opposite yet complementary […]

How to Keep the Stress of the Modern World at Bay

How to Keep the Stress of the Modern World at Bay

“Having it all” is a myth promoted by Hollywood and the media that very few people may actually attain, but we all seem to have plenty of stress in our everyday lives trying to achieve it as we deal with things like our jobs, family drama, traffic and to-do lists that seemingly never end, not […]

Golf – Hobby or Sport?

Golf - Hobby or Sport?

The modern game of golf is believed by some to have originated in Scotland in the 15th century; however, an ongoing discussion by several historians points to the possibility that it may have been around in the early Roman era.  Most people have a general idea of what the game entails, but in case you […]

Looking After Your Hair on Vacation

Looking After Your Hair on Vacation

Anyone looking forward to enjoying a vacation has plenty to think about as they prepare to go away, but keeping your hair under control on the beach or at the pool shouldn’t be one of your main concerns.  However, spending time in the outdoors amongst the wind, humidity, UV rays, chlorine and saltwater can wreak […]

Almond Milk – Alternative to Cow’s Milk

Almond Milk - Alternative to Cow’s Milk

Almond milk has long been causing a positive storm in the health food world as a great alternative to cow’s milk. As more and more people are finding themselves intolerant to lactose or seeking healthier lifestyles, cow’s milk is becoming unfashionable and alternatives such as almond milk, coconut milk and even soy milk are taking […]

Benefits of Hydrotherapy at Village Spa in Cancun

Most of us would agree that a morning or afternoon at the Village Spa is a totally relaxing addition to our vacation at Tafer’s Villa del Palmar Cancun, but did you know that simply spending time in the hydrotherapy circuit has healing benefits too? In fact, the healing power of water is where the word […]

Benefits of Hydrotherapy at Village Spa in Cancun

Most of us would agree that a morning or afternoon at the Village Spa is a totally relaxing addition to our vacation at Tafer’s Villa del Palmar Cancun, but did you know that simply spending time in the hydrotherapy circuit has healing benefits too? In fact, the healing power of water is where the word […]

Fun and Healthy Resort Activities

One of the common positive comments we receive from guest who have stayed at Villa del Palmar Cancun is how much they enjoyed the resort activities during their vacation. Our five star resort in Cancun takes pride in offering guests a number of different kinds of activities from gourmet treats to wellness activities to outdoor […]

Special Luxury Spa Treatments for October Wellness

The October Wellness vacation package hosted by the Village Spa at Villa del Palmar Cancun Beach Resort & Spa offers many benefits to inspire you towards healthier lifestyles and for you to enjoy an enriching and mindful stay at the spa hotel on Playa Mujeres in Cancun, Mexico. Our luxury spa hotel located on Mexico’s […]

A Tafer Wellness Event

This October brings about an exciting time for those looking to partake in the growing popularity of wellness travel.  For 31 days, health professionals leading guests at Villa Del Palmar Cancun in a celebration of healthy habits and nutritious living.  The five-star Tafer resort in Cancun presents October Wellness, an event to remember.   After […]

Athletic Performance

Are you an athlete? Do you want to be one or are you simply look for ways to improve your athletic performance in the gym or playing team sports? In terms of building stamina here are some suggestions for you to experiment with to get the most out of your athletic performance.   Eat Right […]

Changing the Face of Hotel and Resort Fitness

Tafer’s Hotel Mousai and Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa are changing the face of resort style exercise with an outdoor play and fitness center that is putting a refreshing twist on traditional exercise. By offering a host of exciting, energizing and recreational outdoor activities, the luxurious sister resorts, are hoping to ignite a passion […]

Chakras 101 – An Introduction to the Body’s Healing Center

If you’ve ever done yoga, embarked upon wellness travel or visited a luxurious health spa, you have undoubtedly heard about “chakras,” the 7 major energetic centers in our body through which all prana (energy) flows. What you may not know, however, is the story behind these spiritual centers of power and the importance of keeping […]

5 Green Juice Recipes to Keep You Looking and Feeling Your Best!

The recent green juice craze has led to a splurge of do-it-yourself recipes that have turned juicing into an art form.  From complicated green smoothies to simplified kale juice, people all over the world have taken to this breakfast alternative for its myriad of health benefits and energy boosting components.  While most food trends fade […]