The Riviera Maya has all the advantages of reliable infrastructure with near utopian beaches waiting to be explored.

Hugging the eastern coastline of Mexico is the famed Riviera Maya, a dazzling string of beaches that serve as a traveller’s playground. The life pace seems to slow after stepping off the airplane, and into this tropical Yucatan climate. This up and coming tourist destination boasts snow white beaches, shores that curl into tranquil lagoons, fresh water cenotes (sinkholes), cliffs and mangrove swamps that conceal tiny islands inhabited only by exotic birds. Go with the flow and meander through charming artisanal markets, settle into a small Riviera Maya hotel, let the fashionable vibe take hold in Playa del Carmen, and dive into crystal clear waters for some rejuvenation.

Riviera Maya offers a variety of outdoor attractions both off shore and on land. Offshore there is a rich coral reef teeming with marine life and shipwrecks with relics that are thrilling to investigate on a Riviera Maya tour; on shore - there is diverse geography that compels attention. There are savannahs, wetlands and limestone terrains each of which support different varieties of flora and fauna.

Playa del Carmen

Although there are many areas of importance along the coast, at the heart of the Riviera Maya is Playa del Carmen – the heart of the region that is speedily increasing in size . It holds ample tourist infrastructure with many Riviera Maya restaurants and shopping areas; it’s an attraction in and of itself. This also an ideal jumping off point for other travels since boats from the commercial harbour of Playa del Carmen ferry visitors to and from the island of Cozumel.


Tulum - the Mayan Riviera's second most important town - is a small town made up of just a few lanes running parallel to the Federal Highway. In fact, the Federal Highway is the main street of Tulum. Tulum is famous as an archaeological zone of Mayan ruins and has some basic services which are not found in the other settlements along the southern coast of the Riviera Maya. It is wise to stock up on the essentials if stopping in Tulum when heading out to other off the beaten track destinations. Take a look at the Riviera Maya map to get an idea of the layout of the region. 

Tulum

Akumal and Chemuyil are two other noteworthy settlements. Akumal is a small old port town with Riviera Maya hotels and other options for accommodation. It offers the tranquillity of the Caribbean coast as well as the thrill of many Riviera Maya tours like snorkelling and scuba diving.

A major tourist attraction of the Riviera Maya is the Belize Barrier Reef or the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, which begins at Cancun and runs the entire length of the Riviera Maya before continuing towards Guatemala. This is the second longest barrier reef system in the world and the aquatic activities are a big draw for the crowds.
The Riviera Maya has the full package with beautiful scenery, ancient Mayan wonders full of mystery, adventure activities to please any adrenaline seeker and all the necessary hospitality services to keep customers happy. Check in with our local Mexican connection based out of the region when in search of more specific things to see and do during your upcoming Riviera Maya holiday that you have been dreaming about.


Source: http://www.hotels-rivieramaya.travel/