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Mexico Beaches – Playa Del Carmen and Cozumel Mexico has beautiful beaches on both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean. In this article, we look at two hot spots on the east coast – Playa del Carmen and Cozumel.

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How to Make Authentic Mexican Cerviche First let me explain why I call it authentic Mexican cerviche. I lived in the Yucatan Peninsula over 20 years ago at the beginning of the birth of Cancun. I worked on boats every day and learned to make Mexican food dishes from the natives I worked with.

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Baring It All in the Mayan Riviera - Going Topless! Mexico offers adventerous travelers the option to sun bathe in the buff or at least topless on public beaches. Nearly every beach allows, or perhaps tolerates, topless sunbathing for women and there are several adult/couples only resorts in the area.

Mexico/Explore the Mexican Mayan Rivera along the Caribbean Coast Playa del Carmen, Mexico boasts miles of sandy, palm lined beaches, bordered by the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. Dozens of varied restaurants and hotels are available to meet any budget or taste, and a tranquil and serene atmosphere and attitude that you won't find in tourist meccas like Cancun or Cozumel.

Places to Go - Place to visit on the island

Paamul - A Hidden Jem along the Riviera Maya Just south of Playa del Carmen is Paamul, a great place for campers with some RV amenities and installations. It is very close to the reef, and an ideal spot for snorkeling or diving. It's got a nice beach front restaurant great for lunch and an afternoon cocktail.

Xcaret Eco Park Named for the ancient Mayan world for 'Little Inlet', Xcaret was one of the cultures most important ports and a revered ceremonial center. Immerse your self in tradition, nature, wonder, adventure and beauty in one of the world's most unique and friendly parks.

Travel Tips - Travel tips and insiders information

Mexico's Mayan Riviera has something for everyone Playa del Carmen and the Mayan Riviera have an exceptional array of attractions and activities from the Mayan ruins at Tulum to the Playa del Carmen nightlife, you will love your Mexico vacation.

• Playa del Carmen - Denver Post 2000
  What started as a launching point for ferry trips from Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula to the island of Cozumel has, in recent years, become a main port of call in its own right.



• Paradise hides behind jungle-lined highway south of Cancun - Rocky Mountain News January 1998
  The ribbon of road from Cancun to Tulum, which can go in a straight line for three to five miles at a time, is deceptive. Not much but jungle lines both sides of Mexico 307, known as the Cancun-Tulum Corridor, or the Maya Riviera.



• Cancun, Mexico - Family Travel Guides
  The Caribbean coast of Mexico offers families a unique, in fact unprecedented variety of activities in an easy-to-reach area.



• PLAYA DEL CARMEN: Mexico: Play, Tour And Play Some - Caribbean Travel and Life Magazine
  What to do in Playa del Carmen.



• Overview of Playa del Carmen - Frommer's
  Frommer's introduction to Playa del Carmen, Mexico.



• It's a Riviera Thing - Caribbean Travel and Life Magazine 1999
  ...Back then, Playa del Carmen was just beginning to awaken from its former life as a sleepy little coastal burg, home to a dock for the ferry over to Cozumel, a nice beach filled with fishermen's pangas and a dusty town filled with dogs and the warm smells of tortillas baking on hot stones.



• Riviera Maya: Blessings of the Gods Without the Sacrifice - Caribbean Travel and Life Magazine August 2000
  The Yucatan peninsula is Mexico's playa playground, and tourists flock to its east coast to experience everything from the high-rise hotels and spring-break boogie of Cancun to the pristine rain forests of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.



• Choose Your Yucatan - Ambassadair Travel Club
  In the mood to party? Prefer your beach country-club calm? How about a little of both? The Caribbean coast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula has an enclave for every taste.



• Ship comes in for sleepy Mexican coast - USA Today Jan. 13, 2000
  Continued development has changed once sleepy Playa del Carmen from a small fishing village to a mini resort town. Though trying to emphasize nature, culture and adventure.

Riu Palace Riviera Maya: Playa del Carmen This luxurious resort, the latest addition to the Riu family in Playa del Carmen, is the ultimate in pampered first-class service. Rising along a spectacular stretch of white sandy beach and framed ... Grand Coco Bay (formerly The Reef Coco Beach): Playa del Carmen Grand Coco Bay (formerly The Reef Club Coco Beach) A 5 Stars Hotel in the Riviera Maya, On a lenghthy white sand beach, just a short walk from the picturesque village of Playa del carmen, you will ... El Dorado Royale: Punta Brava Beach All Inclusive located south of Cancun, Mexico on the secluded, white sand of Punta Brava Beach, El Dorado Royale presents a deluxe all inclusive spa resort amidst 450 acres of tropical jungle, 1.5 ... Occidental Grand Flamenco Xcaret: Xcaret This captivating, all-inclusive resort is located on the pristine Mexican Caribbean shoreline, adjacent to the amazing Xcaret park. It's authentic Mediteranean style and majestic tropical locale make ...

Aventura Mexicana Hotel: Playa del Carmen The Aventura Mexicana is conveniently located just 2 blocks from Playa's white sandy beaches, just off its famous 5th Avenue ... Paradisus Riviera Cancun: Puerto Morelos Paradisus Riviera Cancún is located on the Yucatan Peninsula 25 minutes south of Cancun just next to the charming Puerto Morelos and only 15 minutes from Cancun'sInternational Airport, the resort is ... XPU-Ha Palace: Puerto Aventuras XPU-Ha Palace offers exclusive all-inclusive vacations. It's located 60 minutes from Cancun's airport and 90 minutes from Cancun's downtown - along the Mayan Riviera. We offer deluxe rooms with a ... Barcelo Maya Beach Resort: Puerto Aventuras Barcelo Maya Beach Resort - All Inclusive located right on a 2km private beach of white sand and surrounded by a completely virgin natural park. It is 95km from Cancún and 80 km from Cancun ... Blue Beach Hotel: Playa del Carmen Blue Beach Hotel is exactly the place you want to stay during your vacation to Playa del Carmen. Quality accommodations of all types are available, from a rustic beach front bungalow to modern air ... Reef Club Playacar: Playacar Reef Club Playacar is an All Inclusive resort located in the beautiful Mexican Caribbean next to Playa del Carmen, on the coast of the Riviera Maya, 40 minutes south of Cancun. Nestled on one of the ... Riu Playacar Resort: Playacar In the Yucatan Peninsula and on the fascinating Playa Del Carmen beach, you will discover an exceptional new hotel, an oasis of comfort and service immersed in a luxuriant natural environment ... Viva Wyndham Azteca: Playacar Viva Azteca houses 234 rooms, each featuring colonial-inspired decorative accents. Room categories include superior and superior ocean rooms. Viva Azteca is an all-inclusive resorts and the promise ... Viva Wyndham Maya: Playacar The luxurious Club Viva Maya is located near Playa del Carmen, Mexico at the Playacar complex, 1.3 miles from the town of Playa del Carmen. Club Viva Maya is an all-inclusive resort located directly ...

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