A Wonderful Attraction Options To Taking A Enjoyable Break At Ixtapa

Top Beaches in Mexico

Mexico vacations almost always include the beautiful beaches of Mexico with November to May being the best months to go. There are isolated beaches in Costa Esmeralda on the Gulf Coast of Mexico but is a rather long 5 hours drive from the city. On the Caribbean coast particularly in the Maya Riviera region are the fabulous Cancun beaches and Puerto Morelos fishing village and beach resort which has sugar sand and warm clear waters plus the added bonus of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Also in this region are the famous Playa del Carmen and Tulum which is a combination of one of the most beautiful beaches and century's old Mayan ruins overlooking the beach. On the Pacific coast is the Baja Beninsula where the beaches of Playa Cemeterio, Playa Santa Maria, Playa Costa Azul, Playa Canta Mar and Playa Solmar can be found. Between Huatulco, Puerto Vallarta and Acapulco can be found the most popular fine sand beaches of Mexico with a choice of exclusive resorts to the smaller local ones. There are just so many options for the top beaches of Mexico.

Memorable Places in the Riviera Maya

The first thing that pops up in mind when you think of the Riviera Maya is the famous historic archaeological sites. There, one can find the old cities of the ancient Mayans. Visit one of the most majestic cities is Chichen Itza which was the former capital of the Mayan empire and climb up to the top of the Castillo, the grand pyramid or most importantly, visit the observatory where astronomers formulated one of the most accurate calendars. Tulum is another great destination, the only walled city of the Mayans which conveniently overlooks the waters and the beachfront. For more adventures, there are still so many interesting sighs in Riviera Maya. Xel-Ha is a good place to conquer when youre a nature lover as it has many coves, lagoons and caves in its premises while Xcaret is a Mayan themed ecological park with lots of fun activities prepared for its visitors. Or otherwise, go on a day tour of Isla Mujeres that has a Mayan temple and several watersports or Isla Contoy with its sandy white beaches and lush palm trees. Mexico vacations are definitely a learning experience when you include the Riviera Maya.

The Sights and Sounds of Cozumel

Right across Riviera Maya and just south of Cancun is the city of Cozumel which is world famous for diving and snorkeling. Dubbed as one of the best diving destinations in the world, it has amazingly crystal clear waters and the worlds second largest barrier reef, the Palancar. Mexico vacations that include Cozumel afford you the opportunity to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Chichen Itza which is the capital of ancient Maya empire. Visit other interesting archaeological sites of the Mayan empire like the Mayan port and walled fortress of Tulum, the jungle forest where Coba and an authentic Mayan community is located, the Mayan astronomical observatory Castillo Real and the Ixchel-dedicated site of San Gervasio. You will definitely need a lot of time at Cozumel with all these and more at Cozumel. Some other attractions for visitors are the water theme park Xel Ha, Xcaret which is called Natures Sacred Paradise, Chankanaab National Park, Playa Mia Grand Beach and the Punta Sur Ecological Park.

Fall in Love with Mexicos Dolphins

One of the most amazing experiences you can ever have during your Mexico vacations is swimming with the dolphins. You get the chance to cavort with these friendly and gentle sea creatures in an environment that is safe and secure for both visitors and dolphins alike. Several dolphin centers or dolphinariums are open in Mexico for visitors to get this chance. The vacation destinations such as Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Cabo San Lucas and the Riviera Maya are popular for both their beautiful beaches and for the dolphinariums that allow you to swim with the dolphins. In Cabo San Lucas Marina is the Cabo Dolphin Center that is considered as one of the most exclusive dolphin centers in the world. In the Wet n Wild aquatic park of Cancun is Atlantida which has the dolphin center in the open waters. The Delphinus is the biggest dolphinarium chain in the Mexican Caribbean and the Riviera Maya region with facilities at Xcaret, Xel-Ha and at the Riviera Maya near Playa del Carmen. You can play, swim and interact with the dolphins right In the waters at these dolphinarums. For dolphin lovers, this activity is really a once in a lifetime experience.