It's definitely different to be in a forum of all women, but I think forums are great to learn the real truths! Now that I've had some time to do my own research and force my fi to browse around, we(really she) has gotten to narrow down what we're looking for in a place in Riviera Maya. It seems as if the huge resorts that are more like towns are out. We're looking for more of a cozy atmosphere that has at least 2 bars, a good WC, nice staff, and nice enough rooms for mostly simple guests. Like everyone else mostly, we want to stick around $1,000 for our guests. Right now she's looking at the Reef Playacar and the Grand Oasis.