Cozumel is the largest island in the Mexican Caribbean. Rich in history, Mayan vestiges and natural wonders; an authentic paradise in the middle of the sea with white beaches, beautiful sunsets and world-famous for its coral reefs.
People Also Ask
Stretching north from the island of Holbox down to Grand Costa Maya, the Mexican Caribbean boasts beautiful beaches, mystical cenotes, underground rivers, and authentic Mayan archeological sites and villages that you will want to explore.
Holbox. Holbox is a cozy and small island in the north of the Mexican Caribbean, nestled within the Yum Balam ecological reserve, declared a Protection Area of Flora and Fauna. ...
Caribbean: The white sand beaches and turquoise waters of the Caribbean's Yucatan Peninsula make destinations like Cancun, Riviera Maya, and Tulum all about the beaches. In fact, it's the allure of the Caribbean Sea on the east coast that drives most vacationers south of the border.
The Riviera Maya spans 80 miles along the Mexican Caribbean coastline, running south from Puerto Morelos to Tulum, with Playa del Carmen between the two towns.
With more than 480 years of history, Isla Mujeres is a site of great Caribbean tradition and culture. Its history begins in Mayan times when the island was a highly prestigious sanctuary that was part of the Mayan province of Ekab.
El Salvador. El Salvador is the only Central American country that does not have a Caribbean beach. However, its Pacific beaches are world-famous for surfing. Despite being the smallest Central American country, El Salvador's multiple volcanoes also draw in tourists.
Cancun and Riviera Maya offer unique and exciting vacation experiences on Mexico's Caribbean coast. While Cancun is known for its lively nightlife, shopping, and entertainment, Riviera Maya offers a more laid-back and tranquil experience focusing on nature, eco-tourism, and cultural heritage.
Oftentimes, people use Cancun and the Riviera Maya interchangeably; however, they are two different locations. Cancun is a city with a lot of residents while the Riviera Maya is a region south of Cancun with many smaller resort towns such as Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Puerto Morelos all located along the water.
No where is perfectly safe but the Mayan Riviera is one of the safest areas of Mexico. Traffic is getting worse (and thus more accidents) and both Cancun and Playa del Carmen have recently had some incidents of gang/cartel violence.
Playa del Carmen is now a popular destination for tourists from the United States and Canada traveling to Mexico. It has also become a major drug distribution center, with drug lords from all over the world setting up shop and frequently resorting to shootouts to settle scores.
Playa del Carmen started out as a Fisherman's village, as many as 110 years ago. The white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and laid-back feel have made it a popular destination for tourists.