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Mexico's Riviera Maya: A Beautiful Beach Resort Destination
By
Barry deCocq
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Travelers who are looking for
a fantastic all-inclusive resort destination that is
priced far below most tropical destinations in and around
the Caribbean should look into Mexico’s Riviera Maya.
This area has fast become a very popular tropical vacation
getaway for travelers from around the world. The Riviera
Maya is located on the Caribbean side of Mexico and
encompasses the stretch of coastline ranging from about 5
miles to 60 miles south of Cancun.
Don’t be misled into thinking that because you fly into
Cancun to get to the Riviera Maya that it is anything like
Cancun and its spring break, party-like atmosphere…it is
far from it. The Riviera Maya has been set aside by the
Mexican government as a semi-protected area, and as such
it cannot become the touristy, high-rise resort type of
destination you find in the Cancun hotel zone. Resorts can
only be built 3-stories or less in height and they have to
be constructed to embrace the surrounding vegetation,
wildlife, and topography. It is a much more
family-friendly and romantic vacation destination.
Resorts in the Riviera Maya are primarily all-inclusive
properties. Because of the remote locations of many of the
properties there are very few offsite dining areas.
All-inclusive resorts give the traveler the benefit of
having everything paid for prior to their arrival. All
meals, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), non-motorized
watersports, and other amenities are included in package
prices. The more upscale all-inclusive resorts of 4-star
and higher quality typically have many different
restaurant options ranging from buffet to world-class a la
carte cuisine….all-included! Some of the more popular
resort chains in the Riviera Maya include Iberostar
Resorts, Palace Resorts, and Secrets Resorts & Spas.
Resorts run anywhere from more family-related types of
properties or resorts for the budget-minded to very
upscale adults-only spa resorts.
One of the best reasons to choose the Mexico Riviera Maya
for your next vacation is not just for the superb quality
resorts and great value, but also for the fantastic tours
and excursions that are available in around the Yucatan
Peninsula region. This area is teeming with Mayan ruins
and ancient architecture that are very popular with
tourists. The most majestic of the local Mayan ruins are
the pyramids of Chichen Itza. These incredibly preserved
pyramids date back to 400AD and this awe-inspiring tour
will leave with you many wonderful memories. There are
many other Mayan ruins tours you can take as well. In
addition to ruins you can also experience many eco-based
tours that take you to game and marine preserves where you
will find amazing wildlife and snorkeling that is nothing
short of amazing. Another popular day-trip for those
staying in the Riviera Maya region is the island of
Cozumel. You can reach this quaint island by ferry from
the town of Playa del Carmen located in the heart of the
Riviera Maya. It is a short 45 minute ferry ride and once
there you will find duty-free shopping, great dining, and
some of the world’s best SCUBA diving and snorkeling.
If you have taken tropical vacations in the Caribbean or
Hawaii and are looking for a new destination to visit, the
Riviera Maya is an excellent choice that will definitely
impress and have you ready to come back to again and
again.
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