“Paradise is Forever”
Highlights
Riviera Maya, south of Cancun, hosts white-sand beaches, coral reefs, Mayan ruins and lush tropical foliage set against the brilliant blue-green Caribbean Sea. The area offers swimming, snorkeling and diving. The Tulum ruins provide excellent views of the Caribbean Sea. Playa del Carmen offers restaurants and open-air shops. Xel-Ha Park combines majestic ruins with beautiful coves, inlets and an underground river. Riviera Maya is an ideal destination for vacationers who love the outdoors, tranquility and a quiet vacation alternative to the fast pace of Cancun.
Excursions
Bordered by the second-largest reef in the world, and home to more than 500 species of fish and many sea turtles, the Great Maya Reef offers some of the most spectacular reef diving in the Western Hemisphere.
Sport fishing is one of the biggest attractions in the area. The waters off the coast are famous worldwide as some of the best hot spots for sailfish and marlin.
There are a variety of shopping options. Browse the outdoor markets packed with traditional Mexican crafts and ship the interesting boutiques along the main avenues.
Good to Know
| Airport Name | Cancun International Airport (CUN) |
| Best Weather | December – March |
| Best Values | May – August |
| Currency | Mexican Peso |
| Language | Spanish but English is understood by most of those employed by the tourism industry |
| Time Zone | Eastern Standard Time. Daylight saving time is not observed. |
| Proof of Citizenship | Valid passport |
| Tipping | Leave 10% (15% if the service was excellent) |
| Dress Code | Very casual |
For reference, the distance from Cancun to Tulum is 131 km or 81 miles — about a 2-hour drive.
Bucket List Advice
Visiting Riviera Maya gets you away from the hustle and bustle of Cancun and offers great variety in scenery, shopping and excursions. Another plus is that the wonderful island of Cozumel is only a ferry ride away.
Article by: David Anderson – Gramps Travel
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