This show was amazing. Now I will say I booked through the hotel which probably could've been a better deal booking on own as you can book directly through the site with transportation to and from your hotel. The only reason why I recommend that is because I was able to take a ride share to the venue however coming back taxis were the only option and it ended up being double the price of a ride-share. With that being said the whole venue is set up very nicely. You get there plenty of time to check in walk around the grounds. They have a lovely open air bar area and plenty of things to look at while you're waiting for the show to start. I ended up buying the VIP dining experience which includes a pre show cocktail ( with mini bartender performance), the three course meal along with half of a bottle of champagne and an appetizer as well. Every part of the meal from start to finish really was a presentation. Started off with a beautiful round plate that had an interactive portion with a flower that had edible petals. You took off the flower petals and then poured the dressing on top of it and mixed it up, which was one of my favorite things for the evening. The plates themselves were definitely custom-made as each item had a little indentation to make sure that they were properly aligned in the exact same spot for every single person who received. The main course I selected was the beef short ribs, which came out in essentially a rock covered plate that once lifted off, you could see the lovely presentation of the beef. The veggies were presented in a small bone and then also the sweet potatoes were in a ramekin that had a lovely lid on them. Last, but not least the desserts came out in a book that when you turned it and opened it, presented four different dessert options three of the four were ok there was one I was just not a fan of. The venue itself was set up so almost every seat in the house had a really good view of the stage. Upon entering the venue, they had live music with a quartet on the stage that had a harp of all things, and that was super amazing. The quartet played while the main portion of dinner was served and then right when the desserts came out was when the show started. From start to finish, the show was extremely entertaining. I can't believe that the 80 minutes went by so quickly you blink and the show is over with. Although I do not speak Spanish. It was easy enough to follow along the theme of the show as well as a lot of it really is the acrobatics and showcasing the talent of all of the individuals as part of the production. I really enjoyed the fact that they have three platforms inside of the seating area and the show really does take up the entire space of the venue multiple layers, multiple levels and multiple different activities going on. It really made you feel like you were in an immersive experience. Every section of the performance really gave you a great respect for the talent and the energy that it takes to create their craft but also how precise they are doing so. There is even one part of the show where an audience participant got pulled up on stage, which was quite hilarious and the whole thing was just so entertaining. Since everything's already prepaid, once the show is over with you're able to depart without any need for waiting around for a check Only downside is that there are not a lot of restrooms in the venue itself. The ladies room had three stalls and one of which was accessible so that made for a long line after the show was over. If you have the ability to go see this, I'd highly recommend taking the time and pre-booking your transportation to make it a little bit less stressful. read more

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Overall it was a decent show. Definitely have seen better ones. I agree with others viewers that the story line was weak and most of the performers were okay. Impressive yes, but nothing that wowed me like cirque du soleil usually does. Additionally, the start time of the show is misleading. Tickets state 8pm start time but that's not the case. Show didn't start until 9:15pm. You had to wait in an outdoor lounge in this humidity. Lastly, I would be weary of the food. I purchased a ticket that came with appetizers and oh my god. As soon as I ate them I started feeling awful. Fast forward to me throwing up several times that night. God only knows how long the food was sitting in that humid theater for. Overall, not worth the $200 ticket price. read more

Holy ..... This is a complete experience that you should not pass up! I took my family here when I visited Cancun and cannot believe how amazing this venture was. From the entirely edible menu, literally edible, to the smoking drink, the steak that melted in my mouth, to the breathtaking show, that had movement at every eye angle. Young, to the wise, will enjoy this. Note, I was planning on going to the Coco bongo show, unknowingly, thinking it was a Las Vegas type of show, to finding out it was a party venture, so I swapped that out for the Cirque du Soleil and it was the best decision of our entire vacation in Mexico. Yes, it may cost a little bit more, but it is totally worth every penny! The staff was super friendly and helpful with my mother, who was unable to walk long distances. So definitely handicap, accessible and friendly. They have wheelchairs to get family members that have disabilities up to their seats and elevators as well to help. read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - Steak dinner - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

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What an amazing performance! It's bilingual Spanish/English and the dinner/ Show ticket's are worth it! We arrived and were greeted by a beautiful young lady in amazing makeup. She escorted us in for a quick, private vip cocktail show. Afterwards we were seated right in front of the stage where live music was being played as they served us dinner. The service was excellent and the food was a visual performance in itself! This is a must see if you are in the Cancun/ Riviera Maya area. read more

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We're huge Cirque du Solei lovers. When we flew into Cancun the Hubby saw an advertisement for this show and immediately booked it. We opted for the dinner and show option. The dinner itself was worth the price we paid. The show itself was really good. The theater felt intimate but we had really close seats. The dinner was the highlight of the night and our server was outstanding. Not only was dinner delicious but aesthetically pleasing. The reason why I'm not giving it 5 stars is because we had a concern with our seats and management completely ignored us. The Hubby, my daughter and I ended up seating separately. They switched the seats we purchased and won't rectify the problem. He was seated in a booth with another couple instead of with us. If you're going to see the show pay for the dinner option because it's worth it. read more

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Buy the tickets now! The performance, setting and food is incredible and such an immersive experience. There are 4 options to attend and you can pick your seats ahead of time: 1. Three course dinner with unlimited champagne and the best seats 2. Three course dinner with a bottle of champagne 3. Appetizers 4. Show only I had read a few reviews of people who only did appetizers and they said that they wished they did the dinner, so we bought the dinner tickets. I don't drink and we did option 2, and it is 1000% worth it. You can upgrade the champagne for an additional cost and they also provide water. The food and show are amazing. It is truly an experience where they pair the details of the meal with the show and you can choose the main course of salmon or beef when you arrive. The service is unmatched and JOYA even involves them in the show. We stayed at Vidanta and they provide transportation under the highway to the show. There are parking lots if you decide to drive there. read more

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VIP dinner is a must everything from the service to the food to the show was absolutely superb. I've been to just about every cirque show and this one with VIP dinner was by far the best experience of them all! read more

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Super fun show that was very entertaining. Trip Advisor had messed up and didn't get my correct tickets or the dinner plan so had to sit in the back (decent view) but wasn't happy that I was ravenous from waiting in the long line. Took almost 2 months to get my money back from Trip Advisor, numerous calls, emails, chats to be told I pulled a 'no show' LOL I wished I could rate their service as it was very painful! The JOYA Cirque du Soleil was amazing and so vibrant and colorful with awesome sites and sounds. Loved every bit of it and would do it again in a heartbeat! read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

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If you're looking to do something outside of drinking, and partying, Joya by Cirque Du Soleil is a must!! Joya is a theatrical, and culinary experience. The vibe is sophisticated, and sexy. I went during the holidays so the shows were pretty much sold out, but I managed to snag tickets for the appetizer, and champagne experience. I went during covid when they were still at 50% capacity which is the reason the shows were all sold out. I liked that every other seat was empty, and I wasn't crammed next to people. You had to wear masks unless eating or drinking, but it wasn't a big deal. They may be at 100% capacity now so I would definitely book tickets early once you decide to go. It's worth every cent. Before the show starts, they have a bar, and live entertainment where you can sit and wait to enter the event. They also have a set up upon entering where you can take a few photos with a professional photographer with a beautiful backdrop. The show started promptly, and it was amaazzzzing. I've never attended a Cirque Du Soleil show that I didn't like. I never repeat shows more than once, but I will attend again because I missed the dinner portion of the show which was the whole reason I wanted to go in the first place. Viva la Mexico! read more

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We had a great time here. The ambiance is awesome, the girls are beautiful.Everything was beautiful. We had perfect seating and dinner was fantastic. Something different and very pricey. Maybe worth splurging at least once to experience this show and dinner especially if you like champagne. We did get a ginger, orange, and champagne drink that was pretty good. The show was fantastic, we had a great time. I would recommend at least once. If I ever came back I would not splurge on the dinner or champagne even though the seating is much better. Enjoy! read more

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An amazing show, an amazing night! We did the VIP package, highly recommended. Pre-show cocktails and dinner, dessert was great, and unlimited champagne during dinner and the show. Get a VIP table where members of the cast perform. Staff is great, service impeccable! Every minute of the show was spellbinding, the acts and acrobats were amazing. Highly recommend this show if you're in Playa Del Carmen. read more

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A great experience in Playa Del Carmen. If you're a fan of Cirque, definitely check this show out. Be prepared for stunning aesthetics and a wonderful dinner-theater experience. We got premium seats, which include appetizers and champagne. Honestly, the food wasn't necessary and I'm not a huge champagne fan, so the show still would have been great without the food. If you're able to get tickets, go! read more

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My girlfriend advised against spending the money and time doing something you can do in Vegas. But she was wrong. This place is bomb-diggity!! It took us less than 30 minutes to get here from Playa. We attended the late show so we could have as much of the day to ourselves as possible. The taxi was $30 and we had no problem getting one back to the hotel after. First off, the grounds are gorgeous. We accidentally got there early, because we just ain't those people that do everything right. Anyway, there's tons to do. There was a cover band in the restaurant. We sat and had a second dinner, drinks and desserts. The food was really delicious which surprised me because usually food at theaters is basic. Every member of the staff was beyond amazing!! Such eager to please, kind, funny, and personable. Ernesto was our waiter and he stole my heart with his dad jokes!!! The show is one of the best cirque shows I've seen, and I've seen a lot of them. It is in my expert opinion the traveling cirque shows are not as good as permanent Cirque shows because of the mechanics of the stages at permanent shows add so much magic and texture to the performance. I loved that the show was in both Spanish and English. I would've loved it even more if it was only in Spanish since we are, in Mexico. The show is filled with awe inspiring acts down at the highest level. The show opens with a traditional Mexican band, and not alone was incredible. The violinist was amazing. There's not a bad seat in the house. We bought the cheapest seats, and I thought they were great. Except the guy next to me was man spreading all over me. Oh men, evolve already!! Even if I come back to this area in six months, I will make sure to visit the show. It's an incredible, really luxury experience. Make sure to leave time to walk the grounds. They have performers out in the water and at the end of the show, all the staff comes out to give the audience around of applause. It's incredible incredible. Incredible. This place is magic!!! read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - My two teenagers sat in front of me and my little one. The view was perfect even though we got the cheap seats. - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

Currently waiting outside Joya, which lists a showtime of 6:00 PM. So I was here at an appropriate time of 5:30 to make sure we were t late. That's how any ordinary show operates. Told we won't even be allowed entry to theater until 6:15. Forced to wait in fairly uncomfortable weather, as they hope we spend more at their bar. Do not list a 6 pm start for what is at best a 6:30 start. This is disingenuous and unprofessional. Edit: to add, this is particularly galling when you have elderly guests with you. An extra half hour in the sun with limited seating is simply unacceptable. read more

We had a dinner and show. It was an amazing experience! The theater is actually small and intimate so regardless where you sit, you will have a good view of everything. The dinner was interesting. I had no idea what I ate but they were good. Highly recommended place to visit when you are in Riveria Maya! read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - Outside the building - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

i bought tickets to watch the show with dinner included through getyourguide. After driving for an hour to show they said there is no space and that they informed the agency 2 days prior. While arguing with the box office , i get an email that the show is canceled . They clearly lied about sending the cancelation as getyourguide only informed me by sending an email after they said there is no space . This is really unprofessional on Cirque de soleils part to sell out seats and then cancel on their resellers last minute . read more

Totally annoyed. Ticket says 8:00 PM and asks that you arrive 30 minutes prior to show time. Well show time is 9:00 PM!! Also the web site doesn't mention there is a restaurant and bar you can purchase food outside of the theater. read more

I'd been to a good cirque Soleil show in Vegas prior watching Joya. Although this show is magically themed with vibrant colors, beautiful costumes and outstanding characters, I felt that there was lacking to this show that unfortunately can't pin point. We had a good time as the show is combined with fine dining experience. We picked the champagne and appetizers package. Pricey but was worth every penny for a unique Cirque de Soleil experience . read more

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We only did the show and not the dinner. The show is everything you expect from Cirque Du Soliel. Not only was the performance beautiful and engaging, the plentiful and helpful staff are ready to tend to every need. We were sitting in front of a noisy group (talking constantly through the show) and the staff handled our concern immediately and with respect to us and the noisy party. Understandably, the venue wants diners on time with time to enjoy the meal. We did not need to be there an hour before the show, as recommended. We attended the later performance and it did not start until 9:15 pm, but our tickets wanted us there and in our seats by 8:00. read more

We went to this show for New Year's Eve. We bought the package for the show, dinner, and a bottle of champagne. It was about $400 for the two of us but worth every penny. I highly recommend that package. You can get unlimited champagne but there were just two of us so one bottle was plenty. Everything was absolutely first class. Service from start to finish is top notch and they treat you like royalty. Food was excellent. We both got the salmon and it was cooked to perfection, not at all dry. They obviously have professional chefs in the kitchen, not some minimum wage cooks. The show itself combined humor with incredible physical feats. Those are supremely talented performers who put on a great show. It was captivating from the beginning and remained that way throughout. To me, there is nothing not to like. It was a great way to spend any evening, and especially NYE. It was an experience we will never forget. Highly, highly recommended. read more

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While staying at the Mayan Palace at Vidanta, my group of 10 people decided to do the VIP dinner, champagne, and show! From the moment we arrived to the venue, on the same resort where we were staying, the experience was amazing! Our VIP experience began with an exclusive cocktail that was crafted as part of a mini show that was part chemistry and part historical story telling. We then were the first to enter the main show area and begin our experience that included edible menus, amazing presentations and to die for food! Each element of the menu was incredible, the service and staff perform like a well oiled machine! Desserts? Wow just see the pics! On to the show, this show was amazing and integration of the story to all the acrobats, dancing, trampoline stunts and other "how did they do that?" activities kept us all on the edge of our seats! This was more than a show but one of the best highlights of our weeklong vacation! I highly recommend this activity! read more

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Deceived and Disappointed: A Dishonest Experience Vidanta & Cirque Du Soleil Joya Rating: 1 I recently had the unfortunate experience of being lied to, and I cannot express how disappointed I am. Trust is the foundation of any relationship, be it personal or professional, and when that trust is shattered, it leaves a bitter taste that's hard to shake off. From the very beginning, this encounter seemed promising. I was excited about attending Joya and eager to experience the show as we travel all over the world for Cirque Du Soleil. However, it quickly became apparent that they had no qualms about resorting to deceitful tactics of changing our VIP center stage tickets last minute. First and foremost, the lies about the switch in VIP seats itself was appalling. The Vedanta concierge supervisor Francisca came to our room to notify my wife wile I was out on a tour. She assured my wife and friends our experience would be the same, which it was not. Pictures attached from our seats where our group was split up. Had we been in C1 like we bought and signed for we'd of had a performance in front of us. They also assured her that the seats we originally purchased were double booked and that the other party had bought all 10 seats at the table 1 day before us. When I arrived back from my tour I went into the concierge and spoke with Carlos. I explained to him that I would like proof that the seats were actually bought before us. Carlos said give him 30-1hr. He called me back and showed me a what appetites to be made up receipt on his screen showing a purchase of 10 tickets for Joya. None of this proves that they were our seats. Besides escalating and getting further upset I explained to Carlos I would like 25% discount. Carlos was great and probably saved everything going the extra mile and getting us what I demanded for the experience we were about to miss. Sadly, all this turned out to be untrue. When we arrived at the Joya our seats we not what they promised us in our 2nd reservation. Here we go again. I set the ticket booth straight and was given the correct seats. But the deception didn't stop there. It extended to their interactions and communications. They misled me with false information, making false promises they had no intention of keeping. It's disheartening to realize that I was deliberately fed misinformation just to secure my business. This level of dishonesty reflects a complete lack of integrity and a total disregard for the customer's well-being. At the show our original table C1 had 2 end seats that were open. This left me feeling cheated and betrayed as I was too and apparently shown the whole table was reserved 1 day prior. Yeah 1 day... I call BS. Moreover, their lack of transparency was evident throughout our entire interaction. When confronted about the lies, they evaded accountability and attempted to shift blame onto external factors or even other customers. This not only demonstrated their dishonesty but also their lack of professionalism and unwillingness to take responsibility for their actions. Being lied to not only wastes my time and money but also damages my trust in future transactions. It's disconcerting to think that Vidanta operates under a false guise, preying on unsuspecting customers with their web of lies when I've been an owner for 13 years. We had brought a friend that is the 2nd grossing Realestate agent for one of the largest brokers in America. She and her family were planning on going to the presentation and most likely buying into the Grand Luxx, but after this experience she called Vidanta crooks. Myself along with our whole party of 5 staying in the Grand Luxx now do not trust Vidanta and wanted everyone else to know about this horrible experience. As a customer, and loyal owner at Vidanta for 13 years I believe in the importance of honesty, integrity, and transparency. When those qualities are absent, it's impossible to establish a positive and mutually beneficial relationship. I strongly discourage anyone from engaging with Vidanta or Joya, as they have proven themselves untrustworthy and undeserving of anyone's business. In conclusion, my experience with Vidanta and Cirque Du Soleil Joya was marred by deceit, false promises, and a complete lack of transparency. I regret ever placing my trust in them and caution others to be wary of their deceptive practices. It's disappointing to encounter such dishonesty, and I hope that others can learn from my negative experience to avoid falling victim to this provider's lies. The dinner was the highlight as the show was mediocre. The first act messed up twice and the second once. I've always had the highest standards for #CirqueDuSoleil and #Vidanta, but trust is extremely hard to regain. read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - Proof 10 tickets were not sold. - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

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Absolutely amazing! Came for the dinner and show and we were blown away. The dinner: I would give injustice to say the food was just decent. I think all of the amazing food eaten during this trip set the bar very high. It was good and creative. The presentation however was above and beyond! Be sure to get the dinner ticket and not just the show. Well worth every penny. The show itself was breathtaking. I will not go into details as it is a must see. I will say that you will not know what is coming next, you will be surprised, and not a minute will go by where you are not 100% entertained. read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

Ok I'm sold on this show and dinner experience! This is not one to be missed. Move over Las Vegas shows, this is where it's at! Since we stayed at one of their Vidanta resorts, we got upgraded to VIP seats for purchasing the show and dinner experience. Boy, I tell ya, the dinner experience is what blew me away! Best one yet! The show was not bad, but it wasn't out of this world crazy. We enjoyed it regardless. read more

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The show itself was okay (stunts/acrobatics were minimal and not as impressive as other CdS shows, but the music, lighting, and atmosphere were artistic as usual), but it was hard to enjoy the evening after the typical Vidanta hustle that occurred before the show even started. (It is also pretty annoying that the seats are crammed in such a fashion that you are literally sitting elbow to elbow with total strangers, unless you do the full dinner tables.) Do not -- I repeat DO NOT -- get the stupid photos they take before this experience. They offer them for $24 (yes, that's 24 US Dollars) for a single print, and that print does not include even the little paper "Joya" frame/sleeve, which they offer for an extra $10 (no, thank you.) But what's worse, the print they did looked NOTHING like what they showed us on the screen. The whole picture came out dark, our skin all red and ruddy and shiny. It is a terrible quality print, and it's all you get, because there is no option to even get a digital image. R-I-P-O-F-F And this garbage hard-sell bait-and-switch BEFORE the show even starts essentially caused a lot of stress and ruined the evening. The show hadn't even started yet, and my night was already ruined. Don't even bother coming here unless you want to be bamboozled and taken advantage of and have your evening ruined. After we already spent over $200 just to come to this show... shameful. I'm only giving one extra star because, as always, the CdS artistry is there snd the performers work hard. But the experience overall is marred by the ever-present Vidanta money-grab. read more

Very fun night! We sat at a table where the performers can land and dance on. Food was good and the kids were entertained, double win! read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

Food gets 4 stars. Standard American fare for a show that caters to 75% Americans. Yes they took a vote. Either short rib or salmon. My short rib was de-boned which made it a bit off. Though it was moist and saucy. The bone barrow it came with was only 1 inch and wanted more. The appetizer was indistinguishable of what it was and was passable. Though beautiful to look at and icy frost added to presentation but not much else. Show is superb and is a cirquedusoleil... taking a clear 5 stars. Making up for the food. read more

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It was our first time in Playa Del Carmen and I forgot to write my review so here it is! My friend had never gone to a Cirque du Soleil performance before. It was my second time. I had gone to a performance in Las Vegas which I loved and thought some aspects were funny. Our seats included dinner. I thought the main meal was very different than what I am used to. It was dark in the room so I was blindly eating my food. The food was okay. I really enjoyed my dessert. The entire experience was very delightful and my friend thought it was an awe experience since it was his first time. The performance is always extraordinary. The bathrooms are creatively gorgeous and artistic. read more

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I was reticent to dish out this kind of money for another Cirque de Soleil and yet this was probably my fave. So much more intimate and the dinner and champagne was worth every penny on presentation alone. Very romantic and to see the looks on my bf's parents' faces was worth it all! They took such delight. The edible menu, bread, snacks, appetizers, salmon and oh the presentation. Salmon was in a treasure chest and the short ribs in a volcano, dessert in a book. Dragon's breathe was fun and my worm in my flower salad was interesting. Great entertainment during dinner and the Cirque never disappoints on raw athleticism and grace. The story meh not sure what happened. Service throughout was superb. read more

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Joya is the Mexican cirque du soleil. Special theatre created just to house this special show. It is located on the vidanta complex area. Try to splurge on the dinner and show option. You have only an hour to eat this extremely beautiful meal. Every detail was amazing from the bread basket, appys, entrees to dessert. Show started an hour later and did not last very long...about 1 hour and 15 minutes. It was the third time that our friends saw the show, and each time it was just a bit different. Great entertainment, but pricey. Glad that we made the splurge. read more

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You walk into this place, and everything is amazing, from the decor to the atmosphere to the lightning period. The opening group was a trio with a harp, a violin, and a drum. They sang with amazing voices. They were joined by a woman who sang beautifully. This show was an english and in spanish. It was funny entertaining and had a great storyline. The acrobatics were amazing. The colors in the show the costomes. I don't think i've ever seen a better show in the United States. This is a must when in cancun and worth every bit of the money. read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - This is the appetizer's and with the purchase with the show. - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

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Bought tickets for family for the wrong date. Despite confirming mistake, they told us we have to eat the loss. 1300 on a credit for son's birthday only to be told a clerical error meant they keep the money and we are out of luck. This is no way to run a business. Not like the place ever sells out. Just very cruel in my opinion I can't recommend such a business. read more

BEWARE- If you buy tickets and there's a hurricane you will lose your money. Think twice before making any purchase with this company. My husband and I bought great tickets with dinner included but could not attend because Hurricane Beryl wrought destruction and a flurry of flight cancellations everywhere. Apparently the show still happened even though many clients couldn't actually show up. They still refused us a refund despite the fact that it was impossible for us to fly, drive, or somehow manage to risk our lives to attend their silly show. Unfortunately, I'm not surprised with these inmoral practices but I am VERY upset. Steer clear from them. read more

Review is for the dinner+champagne+show. We got tickets via BD Travel at our resort, and landed a front-row table. You get to see the action up close and occasionally an actor will land near your table, but you miss the overall picture and may have to bend your neck at times. The complex is like a large boardwalk with bars, restaurant, and gift shop to occupy your time before the doors open. You're surrounded by jungles and waterfall, so lots of photo opportunities. Dinner was actually inside the theater, an hour before showtime. They have skilled musicians and singers entertain you while you dine. The menu is very limited - appetizers and desserts are set and entree is either short rib or salmon. The menu BTW, is edible - but it lacked seasoning so I passed . Food was excellent - definite points on creativity and liberal uses of Liquid nitrogen on the amuse bouche of compressed fruit and on the appetizer. Entrees cooked perfectly with amazing presentations. Desserts were among the most creative - you get four of them with the most unique plating I've ever seen, and its tied to the show! Each dessert has like 6 ingredients all documented for you. The show itself was fun and had a nice story with some cool acrobats and other creative use of props and costumes. I would place it above "O" and "Mystere" but below "KA." There are plenty of taxis available to take you to and from the venue. Safe, fast, and reliable but very expensive ($22-$25 each way for 5-10 min trip). read more

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Champagne, dinner, and a show. It's Cirque de Soleil, of which I love. Except, I didn't love this show. It was mediocre. Short performance, needed more acts. I was a bit underwhelmed. Or maybe I've seen the same acrobatics in other shows, I just wasn't thrilled. On the other hand, the dinner and champagne were phenomenal. Divine, in fact! I enjoyed the food way more than the show. So, if you're thinking of splurging, remember you only live once. You won't regret it! read more

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Just got finished with the dinner & show. It was amazing if you were wondering to spend the money. It was 110% worth it!!!! Loved it!

If you have ever seen ANY other Cirque du Soleil show be prepared to be extremely UNDERWHELMED by Joya. We were waiting for something to happen the entire time, but instead experienced mistakes left and right. There wasn't anything exciting or that showed anything to the caliber of what Cirque du Soleil represents. I think the most that I would be willing to pay to see this quality of show would be $20.00 USD. read more

Cirque du Soleil - JOYA - Performing Arts Near Me - Playa del Carmen, ROO

The only Cirque de Soleil in the world that is dinner and a show, this is a completely amazing experience, both in terms of the food/setting and the performance itself! I loved how intimate the experience was, and it didn't seem like there was a bad seat in the house. They made it a little difficult to figure out exactly how to get tickets, where to pick them up, etc., and we ended up walking the full length of our resort twice when in reality we just needed to get them at the box office, so be aware of that. There are tons of deals and last-minute upgrades, so if you have a smaller group it's probably good to wait and see what you can get! We did the apps and champagne package, which was perfect because my mom and I don't eat a lot (and I don't eat meat) and there was a bar right behind us for all non-champagne needs. The show itself was mesmerizing and would be appropriate for all ages. Highly recommend! read more

Don't buy the pictures, they will give you a code that doesn't work to get your pictures then never respond when you follow up. Even went back to the venue. They said they'd fix it. They never did, now I've left the country, no pictures no response. read more

Let me start with the fact that I live in Las Vegas and have seen every Cirque du Soleil show there. Prior to living in Las Vegas, I lived and was raised in Montreal Canada. I have seen several of the shows. I know Cirque du Soleil extremely well. JOYA is one of the best Cirque du Soleil shows that I have ever seen! It is absolutely spectacular! Why?... Because of where we sat and the proximity to the show and the experience it provided. We were around a VIP table that fit 11 people and we had seats 4 to 8 smack dab in the center of the stage right at the front of the stage. I will say that we purchased the VIP unlimited champagne package. I would strongly suggest that anyone that can afford it, do it! This type of package in Las Vegas would likely cost about $1000 without a doubt. The VIP unlimited package gives you, without debate, the best seats in the house. You are front and center and are seeing everything that's happening on the stage, with performers literally as close as 1 foot away from you. The dinner is out of this world! This dinner is past five stars and would be featured in the top rated Michelin restaurants of the world. It is flawless and absolutely delicious and the visual presentation is way too beautiful to describe. There is one small serving that is given to you called Dragon's breath that you have to take from a spoon as one mouthful and it is so much fun: you are pretty much spewing out cold smoke/steam and everyone had a blast. The champagne is delicious and unlimited and all other non alcoholic drinks are unlimited. For VIP unlimited, there is a small magic show 30 minutes before the 8 PM presentation of the dinner. The magic show was a blast and we were offered free martinis that were absolutely delicious. There are children there and they are offered a nonalcoholic mixed beverage that is just lovely. The dinner starts at 8 PM and goes until 9 PM, during which there is entertainment through music and a few simple acts. The actual show itself starts at 9 PM and runs 80 minutes. This show is so incredibly beautiful. It is original and the amount of imagination is incredibly impressive. I could not keep my eyes off of it and was thoroughly entertained. From an acrobatics perspective, there were some really cool acts. I will say that Las Vegas does have more daredevil and difficult acrobatic acts, but this show was so good that all of the acts fit in really well and made for a show that I would want to see again. The VIP unlimited tickets will run you roughly about US$280. I am sure that if we sat in the back of the theater, without the dinner experience, we would like the show but would not have been blown away because what made this incredible was the dinner along with the proximity to the stage and to the performers. It was really amazing. I wish Las Vegas had a show with this type of dinner and proximity, even if more expensive, as it is really something to experience. The venue where the show is held and the surroundings outside of the venue are absolutely gorgeous. There is a bar and a restaurant and both are just lovely to look at. We got there by tram as we were staying at the Vidanta Riviera Maya. The place where we stayed was just OK and so this show made up for everything! It is not included in the package of where you stay so it still is a separate payment. read more

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