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Cancun is one of the most popular vacation destinations among travelers from all over the world, but American travelers seem to love Cancun more than anyone else.
Is it the beaches, the perfect tropical climate, the opportunity to explore culture and history, spending time in nature, or the large selection of all-inclusive resorts?
Well, actually, it’s all of the above, because these are the exact five reasons why Americans love Cancun more than anyone else.
Cancun’s Beautiful Beaches
Undoubtedly, the biggest attraction in Cancun is the beautiful beaches, with their soft white sand and calm, sparkling turquoise waters.
Up and down the shores of the Cancun Hotel Zone and beyond, you’ll find stunning beaches, each offering a bit of a different experience.
Playa Delfines, Cancun’s most popular beach, is always filled with tourists, for example, whereas Playa Chac Mool is known for being quieter, and both are fantastic but very different beaches.
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The Perfect Weather In Cancun
Something about perfect tropical weather just seems to take all of your worries away, and you’ll find exactly that in Cancun.
The warm, balmy days are perfect for quiet walks on the beach, refreshing dips in the Caribbean Sea, and enjoying fruity umbrella drinks on the hotel patio.
The perfect weather is even more enjoyable during the winter months, which is when most Americans visit Cancun because it’s cold in nearly half of the U.S.
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Culture And History In And Around Cancun
Not just in Cancun but in the entire Riviera Maya region, there is some fascinating history and culture to explore.
There are Mayan Ruins of ancient civilizations in almost every city, including Cancun, a number of which are some of the most important Mayan Ruins in history.
Many American tourists who are interested in Mayan culture and history find that Cancun is the perfect starting point for visiting these sites.
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The Sea, The Jungle, And More
Cancun, and the rest of the Mexican Caribbean, is one of those places where you can be swimming in crystal clear Caribbean water one minute and be racing through the jungle the next.
Additionally, there are cenotes, underground rivers, and lagoons throughout the region.
This makes Cancun the perfect location for nature lovers who want to explore something different every day of their vacation.
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All-Inclusive Luxury
Everybody wants to be comfortable when they’re away from home, especially when traveling abroad.
And Cancun has plenty of amenity-filled, fabulous all-inclusives that make American travelers feel right at home.
In all, there are more than 100 family-friendly and adult-only hotels and resorts in Cancun and the surrounding areas to choose from, ranging from budget-friendly to super luxurious and fancy.
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Bonus Reason Americans Love Cancun – Great Connectivity
In addition to all that Cancun has to offer, there is another reason Americans flock to the popular vacation destination, and it has to do with the ease of getting there.
The United States has great flight connectivity with Cancun, with nonstop flights from 38 different U.S. cities and hundreds of flights every week.
This makes it easy for travelers from any corner of the country to take a Cancun vacation any time of year.
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Best Time To Visit Cancun
There is no bad time to visit Cancun, but some times are better than others, especially for American travelers.
Young Americans love visiting during spring break season, so this is one of the busiest seasons in Cancun, so better avoided by those looking for relaxation.
The winter months are pretty busy, too, but the perfect time to escape the cold northern winters and the mild temperatures make exploring the outdoors much more enjoyable too.
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