By 2026, the “Cancun-Riviera Maya corridor” has become a masterclass in efficiency. You land, you board the Maya Train or a shuttle, and you are whisked to a hotel zone that is perfectly manicured, hermetically sealed, and undeniably predictable. But there is a “Second Cancun.” Just beyond the highway lies a series of destinations that …
Day trips
If you’re anything like us at The Cancun Sun, you love the Hotel Zone—but you also love a good escape. Within 90 minutes of the sand in Cancun, there’s a handful of wow-worthy day trips where the Caribbean, jungle, and Maya world all collide. We’ve ranked the five best using four simple criteria: uniqueness, ease/logistics, …
Want to level up your Cancun trip without the crowds? We at The Cancun Sun love the beach days as much as anyone, but some of the region’s most unforgettable experiences sit just beyond the usual Chichén Itzá–Tulum–Isla Mujeres triangle. Here are 5 low-key, high-reward day trips we personally recommend—plus practical tips so you can …
Keeping the little ones entertained during a Cancun vacation is rarely difficult. After all, most kids love swimming in resort pools and taking part in fun kids’ clubs. But the time may come when you want to leave the resort and see more of what the Cancun area has to offer. To help you decide …