Seven-year-old Wish Kid Ava, from West Windsor, Vermont, wished for an unforgettable adventure at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya in Mexico. This tropical getaway packed with laughter, relaxation, and nonstop fun! 

Ava’s adventure began the moment she and her family arrived at the vibrant, character-filled resort. One of the most unforgettable parts of their stay? Their room came with its very own private pool! It quickly became everyone’s favorite spot to relax and splash around. 

Of course, no trip to a Nickelodeon resort would be complete without meeting some of the channel’s most iconic characters, and Ava was thrilled to spend time with SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, and the rest of their cartoon crew. The smiles on everyone’s faces said it all — especially Ava’s. 

And while the private pool and character meet-and-greets were high on the list of favorites, a real standout moment came during one of Nickelodeon’s most legendary traditions: the slime experience. For decades, green slime has been a symbol of surprise, fun, and joy at Nickelodeon. At the Riviera Maya resort, slime isn’t just something you see: it's something you feel. Ava made sure her whole family got involved, joining her in a full-on slime shower that had them laughing together in true Nick fashion. It was a messy, magical moment they’ll never forget. 

To top off her stay, Ava took some well-deserved time to relax and unwind at the resort’s kid-friendly spa. There, she was pampered with a mini mani-pedi and a gentle massage, because after all that excitement, a little bit of rest and self-care was just what she needed. 

Ava’s trip to the Nickelodeon Resort wasn’t just a vacation. It was a dream come true, filled with laughter and memories that will last forever. She and her family didn’t want to leave, but they returned home with full hearts, thankful for an experience that brought them closer together and made Ava’s Wish come to life.