Is Cancun Pacific or Caribbean coast?

Get To Know Cancún Due to its location on the Caribbean coast of Mexico, Cancún was built for tourists, quite literally. Back in the 1970s work began to develop the area from the wetlands, mangroves and jungles it once was to the bustling hotel zone it is today.



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While most of the republics have both a Caribbean and a Pacific coastline, Belize has only a Caribbean coast, and El Salvador has only a Pacific coast. Central America includes the countries south of Mexico through Panama.

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It varies between providers whether Mexico is classed as part of the Caribbean or not. Some popular areas on the East coast - for example Tulum, Playa del Carmen and Cancun - are considered the Caribbean by insurers, so check policy documents before you buy. Either way, you'll always need worldwide travel insurance.

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After the big storms hit, the bad ideas were laid bare: Much of Cancun's glittering hotel strip is now without a beach. Hotels built too tall, too heavy and too close to the shore, as well as beaches stripped of native vegetation to make them more tourist-friendly, have contributed to the massive erosion.

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Short Summary. Cancun is generally safe for travelers but take necessary precautions and take government website travel alerts into consideration. Follow safety tips like avoiding walking alone at night and sticking to well-known establishments.

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East Coast: Mexico's east coast, particularly the Caribbean Sea's turquoise waters in spots like Tulum, are the stuff beach vacation dreams are made of. The east coast also has a reputation for soft white sand and warm, calm waters.

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Mexico's coastal hot spots, like Cancun and Los Cabos, offer warmth and sun almost year-round, while high-elevation Mexico City boasts consistently mild temperatures and plenty of indoor activities to enjoy when the rainy season hits.

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