GoGirlfriend goes on a mission to completely relax...

Kids driving you crazy? Construction season on the highway turning you into a road-rager? Boss on a power trip with no return ticket in sight? It might be time to take a trip of your own and achieve that blissful state of Zen Elizabeth Gilbert so desperately chased in Eat, Pray, Love.

You might have heard of 12-step programs (to serenity or sobriety, for example) but we're suggesting a much simpler plan - a 10-step program. It's more fun, easier to accomplish and perfect if you're a lazy self-helper (like us). Sometimes 12 steps is 2 too many.

The Cancun 10-step vacation rescue

Step 1 - Plan your escape to Cancun. This step is crucial for the rest of the plan to work.

Step 2 - Check into the Casa Magna Resort, perched on the shore of the Caribbean Sea. Lush gardens lead to arched walkways, marble floors, elegant chandeliers and sculptures scattered throughout a breathtaking lobby. Relax, kitten, the décor might be top drawer, but not the attitude - you're a welcome guest here.

Step 3 - Drop your luggage and get yourself down the beach. Do not unpack. Do not open your email. Just wiggle into your bikini and go.

Step 4 - Belly up to the swim-up bar. Order the Cadillac margarita. Breathe. Drink. Repeat liberally for the rest of the afternoon.

Step 5 - After a nap poolside, slip into something comfortable and visit Sasi Thai for an evening of savory delights. It helped to have a companion like Shannon Washington to help narrow the choices. On the other hand, there's no harm in nibbling your way through a banquet of choices either.

Step 6 - Sleep late, cocooned by soft, fluffy pillows and a down duvet with the Caribbean Sea as your soundtrack. Alternatively, wake up at dawn and walk the beach, just you, the sand crabs and a glorious sunrise to begin your day. Bliss, right?

Step 7 - You're not ready for humanity yet, so tuck back into that glorious nest and order big breakfast. I suggest the Mexican breakfast, eggs on corn tortillas served with ranchero sauce and refried beans, basket of homemade pastries and coffee. Trust me, you'll need your strength for step 8.

Step 8 - You're finally ready to face the world. We recommend a day trip to Isla Mujures. Roundtrip ferry ride to the island is $17 (runs on the half hour). Spend your day tooling through quirky shops in town and along the beach. While you're at the beach, indulge in a massage.  

Step 9 - Back at your hotel, slip into that bikini again, head for the beach and belly up to the swim-up bar. Yes, we realize it's a repeat of step 3 & 4 but it's necessary.

Trust us!

Step 10 - Bury your return ticket on the beach, take up jewelry making and understand that staying here forever is the only way to achieve lasting Zen. If step 10 presents a problem for the folks waiting for you back home, pledge to return soon. And often.

If your travel curiosity's peaked, visit CasaMagna Marriott online or check out other reviews of the CasaMagna Marriott Resort on Trip Advisor. To book online, head to the CasaMagna online booking engine. Join in on the conversation with Beaches guests online for more information. You can find them on Facebook and Twitter.

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To comply with the long list of regulating bodies, possibly even Geneva Conventions and in the interest of transparency, our trip to Cancun was sponsored. Commentary and perspectives are those of GoGirlfriend.