About the Mayan Riviera

beach therapy vacations…we’re all over the Mayan Riviera.

Playa del Carmen is located in the lush, sunny Mayan Riviera on the beautiful Mexicana Caribbean coast just 50 minutes (60 kms) from the Cancun airport. Playa's pier, for the 'people ferry' to Cozumel, is also conveniently situated right downtown. Which means we’re located only minutes to some of the best snorkeling & diving in the world on Cozumel's incredible coral reefs.

The once sleepy village of Playa has doubled twice in population in the last few years, mainly due to foreigners like us, who fell in love the alabaster-white beaches, gentle surf, coral reefs and relaxed lifestyle. We came, we saw, we stayed. This resulted in numerous outrageously delicious restaurants & hotels that provide excellent food & service & add an international flavor to the area. Experience the diversity yourself by strolling down the world-famous pedestrian-only 5th Avenue that boasts many hotels, stores, restaurants, mariachis and more!

But wait there’s more! Swim in cenotes (underground cave systems), lie on fabulous beaches, dive, snorkel, windsurf, get tanned, drink margaritas & beer (not necessarily in that order), read a book, explore the ruins, go down into caves, hike, bike, camp and just generally have a wonderful, exciting vacation.

And for avid golfers, the PGA Tour was just held in the Mayan Riviera for the first time at “El Cameleon” in Mayakoba located just 15 minutes north of Playa. Presently, there are about a dozen spectacular courses in the area with a projected 30 total within five years.

However, don’t stop only in Playa! There is so much to do & see in this rich, cultural historical playground. You could also…visit the Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Tulum, Coba, and Dzibanch; check out the colonial cities of Merida, Valladolid, Campeche, and Izamal; visit the nature reserves at Celestun, Rio Lagartios and Sian Ka'an; and visit the nearby eco-parks of Xel-Ha and Xcaret for a swim with the dolphins and a lazy river ride in an inner tube.

Combine all of these activities with a relaxed Mexican-Caribbean feeling, an ice-cold cerveca & a bowl of nachos with freshly made salsa & you've got Playa. It is a place to enjoy gorgeous white beaches by day and a lively nightlife in the evening.

So start planning your holiday fun today. Remember we're always here and ready to help.

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