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Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun

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8.8 / 10

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

Strongest on pools & spa and dining

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Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun at a glance

Location
Cancún
Guests
All ages welcome
The plan
All-inclusive
Setting
Near the coast
Guest rating
4.5 / 5 on Google10,307 reviews
Pools
9 pools
Airport transfer
CUNAbout 15 minutes
Dining
12 restaurants
Drinks
11 bars

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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights

Grand Governor Suite: $1,624
Grand Presidential Suite: $4,318
Grand Governor Suite: $1,274
Grand Presidential Suite: $3,387
Grand Governor Suite: $1,291
Grand Presidential Suite: $3,430
Checked Sep 11, 2026 to Oct 12, 2026 · Sample details

Dates shown are check-in dates. 2 of 2 rooms across 3 of 4 planned stay dates. Missing prices are not estimates.

Each price is a sampled rate, not a live quote. Select a room name above for its details.

  • Jan 10, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 11, 2026
  • Jan 10, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 11, 2026
  • Apr 11, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 11, 2026
  • Apr 11, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 11, 2026
  • Oct 10, 2027, room 1: checked Oct 12, 2026
  • Oct 10, 2027, room 2: checked Oct 12, 2026
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Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun

Things to know
before you go

  1. Moon Palace The Grand is a huge luxury all-inclusive family resort where pools, food and activities matter more than the beach.

  2. The beach is often the weakest part of the stay because of sargassum and water conditions.

  3. Restaurant reservations and resort scale can create planning friction.

  4. The official factsheet publishes 1,121 rooms, but its room-category and separately listed villa counts do not reconcile cleanly. This is the published headline inventory, not an independently reconciled total.

  5. The August 2026 sheet lists 12 restaurants, four snack venues and 11 bars.Its category headings and individual venue list do not align perfectly; totals follow the published inventory heading.

  6. Leagues Sports Bar is scheduled for mid-2027 and is not presented as currently operating.Le Château and Unique Day Club are adults-only; Kassette becomes adults-only after 9 p.m. and closes Mondays.

  7. Bowling, spa treatments, golf academy and nanny service cost extra.Taxes and gratuities are included.

  8. Thirteen accessible rooms are listed on request and subject to availability.Confirm the specific bathroom and mobility features.

  9. Hidden tips

    Book dining early and use the app aggressively during busy periods.

  10. Choose The Grand over the other Moon Palace sections when waterpark access and restaurant variety are priorities.

  11. Do not book this resort primarily for a turquoise, calm-swimming beach.

  12. Things guests wish they had known

    The Grand is worth it when waterpark, pools and restaurants are the trip's priority.

  13. The beach is not the reason to book this resort.

  14. The property is large enough that transportation and location within the resort matter.

  15. Strengths from our research

    Exceptional family infrastructure with waterpark and many pools.

  16. Very strong food variety for a large all-inclusive.

  17. Large rooms and swim-up options work well for families.

  18. Other considerations from our research

    Beach is frequently disappointing.

  19. The resort is very large and can feel logistically complex.

  20. Dining reservations can be stressful in peak periods.

What guests say

Most loved

  • Waterpark and pools180 mentions
  • Restaurant variety and food quality150 mentions
  • Family activities and room size125 mentions

Most complained about

  • Sargassum and poor beach swimming110 mentions
  • Large resort walking distances75 mentions
  • Restaurant reservation stress65 mentions

From Reddit

Recent Reddit threads are broadly positive for families, food and waterpark value, while repeatedly warning about sargassum, resort scale and dining-reservation friction.

What’s included

Included

  • Premium & à la carte diningIncluded

    Official all-inclusive positioning includes restaurants, snacks and 24-hour room service; some premium experiences may be outside the base plan.

  • Room serviceIncluded

    Official all-inclusive page states 24-hour room service.

  • Wi-FiIncluded
  • In-room minibarIncluded
  • Non-motorized water sportsIncluded

    Non-motorized activities are available, but beach and sea conditions limit the practical value of ocean activities.

  • Kids' clubIncluded
  • Tipping & gratuitiesTips included

    Official factsheet explicitly includes taxes and gratuities.

    https://thepalacecompany.canto.com/v/B2B/library?column=document&id=bkcc7u6b2964pdtf2mcn0r327v

Not included

  • Motorized water sportsCosts extra
  • Spa treatmentsCosts extra

    Spa treatments cost extra, though resort-credit promotions may offset part of the cost.

Included with limits

  • Top-shelf liquorPartly included

    Premium drinks are included, but bottle service and select premium labels may cost extra.

  • Airport transfersPartly included

    Some official promotional packages include airport transfers; verify the booked offer.

  • Resort creditsPromo bookings only

    Resort credits are promotional and function like coupons with service-specific rules rather than cash.

Vacation-club desk, low pressure

There's a vacation-club desk at Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun, but travelers report it's easy to decline: no chasing, no disguised "orientations." Palace membership desks and resort-credit explanations are common, but recent reviewed patterns are mixed rather than consistently aggressive.

Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this

More resort facts
Pools
9

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

8.8 / 10How we score
Value
8.4 out of 10
Service
8.4 out of 10
Beach
6.5 out of 10
Dining
9.0 out of 10
Rooms
8.8 out of 10
Pools & Spa
9.5 out of 10

Confidence is high across the board except romance, remote work and quiet, where the evidence is thinner.

Score breakdown, research & sources
The Palmprint file

How we scored Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun

14 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Aug 14, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.

google · reddit · official · tripadvisor · reddit_tertiary · reddit_secondary · official_all_inclusive

The six that set the score

Value8.4
Service8.4
Beach6.5
Dining9.0
Rooms8.8
Pools & Spa9.5

And 8 more we track

Family9.6
Adventure9.0
Luxury8.7
Wellness8.5
Nightlife8.2
Romance8.0
Remote work8.0
Quiet6.8

Confidence is high across the board except romance, remote work and quiet, where the evidence is thinner.

Open a category

Value8.4High confidence
Beach Tradeoff
6.5
Dining Variety
9.0
Family Inclusions
9.2
Resort Credit Limitations
7.0
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial_all_inclusive · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Service8.4High confidence
Check In
7.8
Pool Service
8.5
Activity Staff
8.8
Restaurant Service
8.3
Method: Weighted review analysistripadvisor · reddit · google · officialVerified Aug 14, 2026
Beach6.5High confidence
Views
7.2
Crowding
7.0
Sand Area
7.5
Sargassum
4.5
Swimmability
5.8
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Dining9.0High confidence
Variety
9.5
Guest Sentiment
9.0
Reservation Friction
7.5
Specialty Restaurants
9.0
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial · official_all_inclusive · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Rooms8.8High confidence
Space
9.0
Condition
8.2
Family Fit
9.0
Swim Up Options
9.0
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial_all_inclusive · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Pools & Spa9.5Very High confidence
Crowding
8.2
Kids Fit
9.7
Waterpark
9.8
Lazy River
9.3
Pool Variety
9.5
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial · official_all_inclusive · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Family9.6Very High confidence
Dining
9.0
Room Fit
9.2
Kids Club
9.3
Waterpark
9.8
Teen Activities
9.0
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial · official_all_inclusive · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Adventure9.0High confidence
Waterpark
9.8
Activities
9.0
Golf Access
8.5
Excursion Base
8.0
Method: Amenity and review signalofficial · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Luxury8.7High confidence
Spa
8.7
Food
9.0
Service
8.4
Room Product
8.8
Crowding Penalty
7.5
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Wellness8.5High confidence
Spa
8.8
Fitness
8.5
Crowding
7.5
Pool Relaxation
8.2
Method: Amenity and review signalofficial · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Romance8.0Medium confidence
Spa
8.7
Dining
9.0
Crowding
6.8
Family Noise
6.5
Room Options
8.8
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Remote work8.0Medium confidence
Wifi
8.0
Room Space
8.5
Resort Noise
6.8
Business Support
8.0
Method: Amenity signalofficial · tripadvisor · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026
Quiet6.8Medium confidence
Crowding
6.5
Resort Scale
6.5
Room Quietness
7.5
Family Activity Level
6.0
Method: Weighted review analysisofficial · tripadvisor · reddit · googleVerified Aug 14, 2026

What it does best

  • Exceptional family infrastructure with waterpark and many pools.
  • Very strong food variety for a large all-inclusive.
  • Large rooms and swim-up options work well for families.

Where it costs you

  • Beach is frequently disappointing.
  • The resort is very large and can feel logistically complex.
  • Dining reservations can be stressful in peak periods.

Room intelligence

Rooms To Avoid
Far rooms for families with stroller-age childrenThe resort is very large and walking distances are a recurring friction point.
Best Value Room
Grand Deluxe Garden ViewLowest-friction entry category when most time will be spent at pools, dining and waterpark.
Best Room Category
Grand Deluxe Swim UpBest fit for families or couples who want direct pool access without moving into higher suite tiers.

Restaurants & bars

Palmprint food score 9.0 / 10

Places to eat
12
Bars and lounges
11
Swim-up bars
5

Mexican · French · Italian · Asian · Sushi · Steakhouse · Seafood · International · Cafe · Snack Bar

  • Beach Club

    Drinks and snacks

    In front of Caribeño

    Included in the plan

    More about Beach Club
    Hours
    Bar 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; snacks 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Boulangerie

    Coffee, crepes and paninis

    Opposite Grand Ballroom

    Included in the plan

    More about Boulangerie
    Hours
    24 hours
  • Caribeño

    Caribbean

    Between buildings 85 and 87

    Included in the plan

    More about Caribeño
    Hours
    Breakfast 7–11:30 a.m.; lunch 12:30–4:30 p.m.; dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • Casa Mia

    Mexican

    Below Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    More about Casa Mia
    Hours
    Dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • Circus

    International themed dining

    Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    More about Circus
    Hours
    Dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • Coco Bar

    Coconut drinks

    Seasonal

    Included in the plan

    More about Coco Bar
    Hours
    Noon–3 p.m., coconut season only
  • Cusco

    International

    Next to building 94

    Included in the plan

    More about Cusco
    Hours
    Breakfast 7–11:30 a.m.; lunch 12:30–4:30 p.m.
  • Habibi

    Lebanese

    Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    More about Habibi
    Hours
    Breakfast 7–11 a.m.; lunch 12:30–4 p.m.; dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • Jade

    Asian and robata

    Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    Guests rave: Reddit and review patterns repeatedly praise sushi and Asian dining.

    More about Jade
    Hours
    Dinner 5:30–11 p.m.
  • JC Steakhouse

    Steakhouse

    Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    More about JC Steakhouse
    Hours
    Dinner 5:30–11 p.m.
  • Kassette

    Karaoke bar

    Family access 6–9 p.m.; adults-only after 9 p.m.

    Included in the plan

    More about Kassette
    Hours
    6 p.m.–1 a.m.; closed Mondays
  • La Cantina

    Mexican

    Below Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    More about La Cantina
    Hours
    Breakfast 7–11 a.m.; dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • Le Château

    French

    Adults-only

    Included in the plan

    More about Le Château
    Hours
    Dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • Lobby Bar

    Cocktails

    Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    More about Lobby Bar
    Hours
    9 a.m.–1 a.m.
  • Los Tacos

    Mexican tacos

    Between buildings 85 and 86

    Included in the plan

    More about Los Tacos
    Hours
    11 a.m.–6 p.m.
  • Snack Selva

    Snacks

    Terraza Grand

    Included in the plan

    More about Snack Selva
    Hours
    11 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Tapas & Vino

    Tapas

    Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    More about Tapas & Vino
    Hours
    4–11 p.m.
  • Tavola

    Italian

    Central Lobby

    Included in the plan

    More about Tavola
    Hours
    Lunch noon–5 p.m.; dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • The Grand Buffet

    International

    Breakfast offered; printed breakfast end time is inconsistent, confirm locally

    Included in the plan

    More about The Grand Buffet
    Hours
    Lunch 12:30–4:30 p.m.; dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • The Grill

    International and Argentinean

    Between buildings 89 and 93

    Included in the plan

    More about The Grill
    Hours
    Buffet 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; lunch noon–4:30 p.m.; dinner 6–11 p.m.
  • The Library

    Cocktails

    Speakeasy beside bowling

    Included in the plan

    More about The Library
    Hours
    6 p.m.–1 a.m.
  • The Ninth Pin

    Bowling bar

    Bowling costs extra

    Included in the plan

    More about The Ninth Pin
    Hours
    Snacks 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; bar 10 a.m.–midnight
  • Unique Bar & Snacks

    Drinks and snacks

    Adults-only pool

    Included in the plan

    More about Unique Bar & Snacks
    Hours
    Bar 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; snacks 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Water Park Snack

    Snacks

    Waterpark

    Included in the plan

    More about Water Park Snack
    Hours
    11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Dining at sister resorts is available. Confirm the participating venues and terms for your stay.

Official inventory heading: 12 restaurants, four snack venues and 11 bars. Leagues Sports Bar is scheduled for mid-2027, not currently operating. Source category counts and venue roster do not align perfectly.

Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.

Do you need dinner reservations at Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun?

Official inventory heading: 12 restaurants, four snack venues and 11 bars. Leagues Sports Bar is scheduled for mid-2027, not currently operating. Source category counts and venue roster do not align perfectly. Reservation rules for venues without a stated policy are unverified; confirm with the resort.

Rooms & suites

The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.

Room categories at Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
SuiteOccupancyBedroomsAspect
Grand Governor SuiteBack to sampled prices
Room details for Grand Governor Suite

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverifiedNot publishedNot published
Grand Presidential SuiteBack to sampled prices
Room details for Grand Presidential Suite

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverifiedNot publishedNot published
More room options (10)
Room categories at Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
SuiteOccupancyBedroomsAspect
Grand Deluxe Garden View
Room details for Grand Deluxe Garden View

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Sleeps 41 bedroomGarden
Grand Honeymoon Suite
Room details for Grand Honeymoon Suite

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverifiedNot publishedNot published
Grand Swim-Up Suite
Room details for Grand Swim-Up Suite

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverifiedNot publishedNot published
Grand Family Suite
Room details for Grand Family Suite

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Sleeps 62 bedroomsResort2 baths
Grand Three Bedroom Villa
Room details for Grand Three Bedroom Villa

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverified3 bedroomsNot published
Grand Four Bedroom Villa
Room details for Grand Four Bedroom Villa

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverified4 bedroomsNot published
Grand Three Bedroom Swim-Up Villa
Room details for Grand Three Bedroom Swim-Up Villa

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverified3 bedroomsNot published
Grand Four Bedroom Swim-Up Villa
Room details for Grand Four Bedroom Swim-Up Villa

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverified4 bedroomsNot published
Grand Three Bedroom Sunset Villa
Room details for Grand Three Bedroom Sunset Villa

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverified3 bedroomsNot published
Grand Four Bedroom Sunset Villa
Room details for Grand Four Bedroom Sunset Villa

Category listed in the current official factsheet. Confirm adult/child occupancy and bedding for your party; the inventory sheet does not specify these.

Capacity unverified4 bedroomsNot published
Family fit6 in one key is possible in exactly one category, the Grand Family Suite · a party of 7 needs two · a true two-bedroom exists

Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.

Pools and the beach

Pools & waterplay

9pools

With waterpark, waterslides

Nine outdoor pools, plus lazy river, wave pool, slides and splash zone. Five swim-up bars are listed. Bowling and spa services cost extra.

Pools 9.5

The beach itself

6.5beach score · high confidence

The resort is beachfront, but guests consistently flag sargassum and limited beach appeal compared with the pools and waterpark.

  • Caveat: Water conditions vary through the year
  • Caveat: Entry depth varies along the shore
  • Caveat: Sargassum is a frequent problem in season

Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.

Families & group stays
Children stand under a large water bucket dump at a colorful water park with red structures and parrots perched above.
For families

Bringing the kids to Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun

What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.

Kids' club
Program ages 4-17
Supervision & drop-off
Confirm rules and current hours before booking
Teen facilities
Palace describes Wired Lounge as an all-ages gaming space. Limited-period Teens Tribe promotions do not confirm a current teen schedule at The Grand. Ask for age rules, supervision and dates. Bowling costs extra; shared recreation is not a dedicated teen program.
Babysitting
Available at extra cost
Rooms that fit a family
8 categories, incl. Grand Deluxe Garden View, Grand Family Suite
Heated pools
Not heated; chilly in winter
Beach for young swimmers
Entry varies along the beach
Dinner reservations
Needed at some restaurants
Questions parents ask
Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun?
Yes. Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Grand Family Suite. The largest stated occupancy is 6. Occupancy rules count most children (and sometimes infants) toward the limit, so confirm your exact ages with the resort when you book.
Does Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun have a kids' club, and from what age?
Yes. Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun lists a kids' club for ages 4-17. Strong family infrastructure with waterpark, arcade-style amenities and large room categories; exact kids-club ages should be confirmed at booking. Confirm supervision, drop-off rules and current hours before booking.
Group travel

Taking a group

Very strong for multigenerational groups, weddings and families who want lots of shared activities.

Private dining & events
Bookable
Connecting rooms
Available
Group rates
Negotiable on a block
Nightlife
Lively, bars running late
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Weather guide

When to go

Best months: Nov to May

Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run Jun to Oct. Hurricane season is real here: about 1 in 6 Octobers sees one pass within 100 miles, most recently Beryl in 2024.

Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun by month · average high, rain days, hurricane odds and our verdict
MeasureJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average daily high80°F27°C81°F27°C84°F29°C85°F29°C88°F31°C87°F31°C88°F31°C89°F32°C88°F31°C86°F30°C84°F29°C81°F27°C
Rain days16 days12 days13 days9 days11 days18 days18 days18 days18 days19 days15 days16 days
hurricane oddsunder 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 101 in 81 in 81 in 91 in 71 in 6under 1 in 10under 1 in 10
VerdictBestBestBestBestBestWetWetWetWetWetBestBest

Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.

Odds count the complete years, 1980 to 2025, in which a hurricane passed within about 100 nautical miles of Cancún · Riviera Maya, the nearest point in the NOAA and IBTrACS records to this resort. Two storms in one month still count that year once. How the hurricane belt works

Getting to Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun

Nearest airport
CUN · Cancún International Airport
Approximate transfer
15 minutes
Transportation
The Grand advertises airport transportation as an add-on; verify whether your booked rate already includes it.

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Hotel transportation

The Grand advertises airport transportation as an add-on; verify whether your booked rate already includes it.

Request your reservation-specific quote. No fixed transfer fare or blanket free-transfer entitlement was verified.

The former complimentary-transfer URL now redirects to the hotel’s add-on airport-transfer page. Do not assume a 4-night offer for another Moon Palace section applies to The Grand. The official group FAQ says some reservations include transportation; otherwise request the service using your booking confirmation, flights and passenger count at least 48 hours before arrival. Confirm the price and shared or private vehicle type.

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Destination essentials & trip planning

Carretera Cancun-Chetumal, Riviera Maya Km.36.5, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico · +1 800-986-5632

Before you fly

Mexico

Language
Spanish (English at many resorts)
Currency
Mexican peso (MXN)
Power
Type A/B plugs, as in the U.S.
Driving
On the right
Airports
CUN / TQO / SJD / PVR, by coast
Choose first
Caribbean coast, Los Cabos or Vallarta

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The vibe

Who it suits

Family9.6
Adventure9.0
Wellness8.5

Three of the 14 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun; the full set is above.

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Flights

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