It’s finally here – the long-awaited winter season in the Mexican Caribbean has arrived, and with it, a bucketload of visitors ready to experience the vacation of a lifetime. For Americans, Cancun is the reigning champion as the most desired place to be this winter, with hotel bookings skyrocketing once more, just as they had …
Beaches
There is one thing that the Mexican Caribbean is in no short supply of and that is beaches. The number of blue flag beaches in the region is rising exponentially, which in turn brings more and more tourists to visit in search of the picture-perfect vacation. Quintana Roo in particular has some of the most popular …
Whenever there is any list from a trusted source recommending the best places to visit in the world, you can bet that Mexico will appear on it somewhere. Such is the case for Travel Lemming’s newest report boasting that Yucatan is the number one place to be in 2024, beating strong standouts such as Turkey …
The Mexican Caribbean is known for its typically calm aqua-blue waters, but as with any beach vacation destination, sometimes dangers lurk below the surface. A couple of recent rescues on one of Playa del Carmen’s popular beaches, due to strong waves and rip currents is a stark reminder of that. Because these dangers are not …
The fall typically brings moderate numbers of visitors to the Mexican Caribbean, at least compared to peak seasons like spring or winter. However, despite the low season, some of the region’s stunning coastlines never fail to attract visitors with its crystal clear waters and fine-grained sands. And Playa del Carmen’s beaches are no exception. Recent …
It’s no secret that one of the main reasons travelers can’t get enough of Cancun is its collection of stunning beaches. Spanning 25 kilometers, Cancun’s Hotel Zone boasts numerous postcard-worthy coastlines that attract thousands of visitors every year. Yet, within this multitude of beautiful beaches, a select few truly stand out. Regardless of whether it’s …
With Tourism currently booming in the Mexican Caribbean, the effects of mass footfall and overcrowding will certainly have an impact on environmental and sustainable efforts which local authorities are prioritizing. Following the closure of popular areas such as the Punta Esmeralda Cenote earlier this year and the expansion of other touristic and archaeological hotspots, it …
While calm waters with crystal clear blue-green hues might seem like the norm for the Mexican Caribbean, it’s not always the case. Just like any other sea, the Caribbean can be unpredictable and sometimes dangerous, and current conditions led to a tragic drowning this past Monday. Now Cancun tourists are being reminded to take extreme …
The Mexican Caribbean coast extends for nearly 100 miles, not including the portion of the coast along the Gulf of Mexico, and is made up of beautiful, soft, white sand beaches and glass-like turquoise blue water. These characteristics are why there are so many spectacular beaches along this stretch of coastline. And they’re also why …
Every eager traveler who has ever thought of heading to Mexico will have no doubt come across the state of Yucatán as part of their research, and they should make it a destination on their bucket list. Home to some of the most breathtaking beaches in the world, as well as historical sites dating back …