After what has been a complicated year in the history of the beloved travel industry, the properties in Jamaica, Dominican Republic, and Mexico continue to rise to the top. Royalton Negril, Royalton White Sands, Royalton Blue Waters, Royalton Bavaro, and Royalton Riviera Cancun have received the esteemed AAA Four Diamond designation from the American Automobile Association. This year marks the fifth consecutive year Royalton Riviera Cancun has received this recognition.

Diamond designations give an indication of the overall quality, range of facilities, and level of hospitality at each property, and reflects the type of experience offered so travelers can choose the right resort for their vacation needs. As a result of the recent challenges the travel and hospitality industries have faced, AAA enhanced their inspections with Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) surface testing, the same rapid testing technology used to verify cleanliness in the healthcare and foodservice industries. ‘Inspected Clean hotels’ have passed inspections with ATP surface testing so guests can rest assured their room is as clean as possible.

Such designation is only given to select properties following the inspection of over 26,000 member hotels and means that each of the properties have achieved AAA’s acceptable surface testing pass rate of 75 per cent or more.

The continued dedication of Blue Diamond Resorts's teams in destination, and the implementation of increased health and safety protocols with Blue Diamond Resorts’ Safety-Assured Vacations and 360-degree clean approach has led to such distinction, an outstanding feat during a global pandemic. The AAA Four Diamond designation reflects the team’s commitment to consistently providing high standards of cleanliness, hospitality, and quality to ensure guests’ safety and maximize the guest experience.

For more on Blue Diamond Resorts property awards and designations, visit bluediamondresorts.com/about-us/our-awards.