Tourists looking for a more intimate beach experience in the Riviera Maya should look no further than Secret Beach. Just a short drive from Cancun, Secret Beach is a hidden gem in the Mexican Caribbean. Secret Beach is the perfect place for couples seeking a secluded romantic getaway. It is also great for swimming, sunbathing, …
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Punta Maroma, a world-class beach near Playa del Carmen, was recently voted the favorite beach of readers of Mexico Desconocido magazine. Given the crystal-clear waters, quiet atmosphere, and beautiful scenery, it is no wonder that experienced travelers chose Punta Maroma as their favorite beach. Part of what keeps Punta Maroma special is its location, which …
When it comes to safe destinations for vacation there are many places that come to mind, from the super-safe streets of Munich in the shadow of the Alps to Seattle, Washington — but this city near Cancun is one of the safest in the world. There is no shortage of beautiful spots to explore across …
Playa del Carmen has been one of the most proactive municipalities in the Mexican Caribbean when it comes to preventing sargassum from ruining vacations in paradise. This week, officials announced the city would install new sargassum barriers to further improve cleaning efforts. With sargassum levels expected to rise significantly this year compared to before, cities …
As travel numbers explode, Playa del Carmen is quickly becoming one of the most popular resort destinations in the Mexican Caribbean. So much so that some analysts say the coastal town will no longer have a low season. Known for its downtown area teeming with culture, food, and life, as well as its array of …
After the recent lull in sargassum reaching the Riviera Maya’s shores, the situation has unfortunately taken a turn for the worse. The director of the Sargasso Monitoring Network, Esteban Amaro, has announced that the spring season is shaping up to be one of the heaviest yet, with 560 miles (900 km) of coastline at serious …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are getting much-needed respite from unusually high sargassum levels this week as the Easter holidays kick off. Previously, environmental experts had warned that the region could potentially see record quantities of sargassum wash up on beaches this year. For now, it appears that the situation will not escalate so far, …
Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean are some of the world’s top beach destinations. Each year, millions of travelers flock to Cancun’s miles-long coastline for a taste of pure white-sand beaches and some of the bluest waters in the Caribbean. The city’s famous hotel zone is full of renowned beaches; while many travelers are familiar with …
With sargassum making an unusually early appearance this year, cities across the Mexican Caribbean have started taking drastic measures to contend with record seaweed levels. Millions of travelers are expected to visit some of the region’s most popular resort hotspots over the coming months, including Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum. Here’s a small recap …
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 …