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Insider Travel Tips for Mexico: Beyond Cancun
The last time I was in Mexico, so was everyone else - or so it seemed. But it
is possible to travel to Mexico and enjoy a white sandy beach and some peace and
quiet at the same time. All you need to know is where (and, in some cases, when)
to go.
When to Go
November to April is widely regarded as the best time to visit. The summer
months can get pretty hot. September and October is the peak of hurricane
season, which actually stretches from November to June.
Keep in mind that the month of March tends to be very busy on the Mexico beaches
with high school and college students on Spring Break. If it's a quiet vacation
you want, you will also want to avoid the time around Christmas and Easter, as
well as July and August.
Where to Go
It's true: there's a lot more to Mexico – and the Yucatan peninsula - than the
city of Cancun.
Here are five favorite destinations that offer memorable Mexico vacations. Each
of these spots can be reached by flying into Cancun. So if you'd like to get a
taste of the big city resort and then set out on the less-traveled path, you'll
have the best of both worlds.
1. Isla Mujeres. Just 8 miles across the bay from Cancun, Isla Mujeres is a
peaceful fishing village with restaurants, shops, and small, charming hotels. In
fact, the whole island is cozy: The island itself is less than one mile wide and
about five miles long. Downtown Isla Mujeres stretches only about six blocks.
The island's signature turquoise waters and white sandy beaches make for great
snorkeling and scuba diving. You can rent kayaks, snorkeling equipment and other
gear right on the beach. Other activities to enjoy during your stay at Isla
Mujeres include fishing, sailing, and swimming with the dolphins.
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2. Riviera Maya stretches down the peninsula from Cancun to Tulum. Here, you
will find white sandy beaches and water sports of all kinds, including scuba
diving along the Great Maya coral reef, the second largest barrier reef system
on the globe. Divers, and snorkelers may be rewarded with the sight of water
life ranging from sea anemones, sponges and sea cucumbers to starfish and sea
urchins, as well as underwater caverns. Sport fishing is a big business in
Riviera Maya, as well. Other activities include golfing, spa going, and
eco-touring at the various ecological reserves in the region. Two highlights:
the Xcaret EcoPark and the Sian Ka'an bioshphere.
3. Playa del Carmen. About 40 minutes by car down the coast from Cancun, Playa
del Carmen is growing into a bustling resort along Riviera Maya. If you like to
shop, you'll love Playa del Carmen. Boutiques in the town offer everything from
cutting-edge European fashions to crafts from local artisans.
During your stay, don't miss Quinto Avenida (Fifth Avenue). It's the heart of
Playa. There are no cars, you can stroll the Avenue and be entertained by street
performers, including artists and musicians. Playa del Carmen also features
premiere dining, as the majority of the Riviera Maya's restaurants are here, and
quite a few of them are on Fifth Avenue itself. The bars and nightclubs are
hopping on into the evening, so bring your dancing shoes.
4. Xel-Ha. Xel-Ha is an archeological site and eco-park, located between Playa
Del Carmen and Tulum. This destination offers adventures for all ages and
mesmerizing ecological sights, as well as water sports, such as diving and
snorkeling. You can swim with the dolphins here, as well. Xel-Ha is particularly
friendly for families and is bound to be an education in both Mayan history and
ecology for the entire family.
5. Tulum. Drive a bit further south down the Mayan coast and you'll find the
small town of Tulum. Tulum is perhaps best known for its Mayan ruins, high on
the limestone cliffs. These cliffs offer scenery you'll not soon forget of the
Caribbean alongside a picture-perfect coastline. Tulum is the starting place for
eco-tourism and adventure travel, so make sure to look into nearby day trips and
local attractions.
For an ideal and well-rounded vacation, try a few days exploring the grandeur of
Riviera Maya, then take some time to shop and play in the bustling Playa Del
Carmen and another day or two visiting the Mayan ruins – and taking in the sites
– of Tulum.
The word is out about these magnificent resorts, so you won't be able to avoid
the crowds completely, but by striking out and having fun off the beaten path,
you'll find a good balance, and learn a lot about ecology and ancient Mayan
culture.
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