The most up-to-date report from the Mexican secretary of the navy states that the Riviera Maya could see up to 3 feet of sargassum buildup this week alone. This is more unwelcome news for travelers on this topic, with the situation showing no signs of letting up in the near future. It is estimated that …
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As generations go by, Mexico is becoming more and more gay-friendly. The Riviera Maya is slowly but surely setting itself up to be a prime location for LGBTQ+ travelers. With its vast coastline of white sandy beaches, located just south of Cancun, in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, the Riviera Maya is a lesser-known alternative to the …
You’ve landed in the Mexican Caribbean and are looking for a beautiful beach town to stay at for your winter vacation. Done the Playa del Carmen thing? Cancun getting too busy? Tired of Tulum? Look no further than Akumal, the perfect beach getaway destination in the Riviera Maya. Nestled between Puerto Aventuras and Tulum, Akumal …
The Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya won the ‘Best Adult-Only All Inclusive‘ award at the 2022 Travvy Awards Show, and we’re not surprised. What makes this resort so special is its adult-only packages – perfect for couples looking for a romantic escape. With secluded pools and a world-class spa, you’re sure to have an unforgettable time! …
This week, Cancun, Playacar and Akumal were found to have some of the highest tourist occupancy rates in the whole of Mexico from January to July of this year. This discovery came after Mexico’s Secretary of Tourism, Miguel Torruco Marques, announced that 70 selected tourist destinations throughout the country had exceeded the previous tourist occupancy …
Cancun is clearly the ultimate summer destination for North American tourists: With a hotel occupancy rate of up to 85% this summer period and a prominent increase in rates, it’s safe to say that the tourism sector in Quintana Roo has fully recovered from tourist absences during the Covid-19 pandemic. But with accommodation rates skyrocketing …
Mexico is known throughout the world as a biodiverse haven: filled with tropical jungles, lush mangroves and endless coral reefs, the amount of nature to explore is simply endless. With this being said, it comes as no surprise that there are thousands of attractions for animal lovers scattered throughout the entirety of the country, from …
The popular beach resort of Akumal is around an hour and a half south of Cancun, located between Playa del Carmen and Tulum. It has long been admired by visitors who arrive ready to swim with the populations of turtles that frequent its natural lagoon – in fact, the name Akumal means ‘Place of the …
If you are planning your next vacation in Cancun and the Riviera Maya but think there is little to discover, you will be surprised that there are still spectacular places that are secret destinations in the Riviera Maya that you can visit in 2022. Xpu-Ha Ecological Park Xpu-Ha is a stunning beach with shallow waters …
The Yal-ku Lagoon is one of the best-kept treasures of the Riviera Maya, a unique place that has managed to preserve its natural beauty in the Mexican Caribbean. Here’s a complete guide to the majestic Yal-ku Lagoon in Akumal. Where is Yal-ku Lagoon? It’s located in the town of Akumal, 45 minutes from Playa del …