We’re in the middle of Tulum and Playa del Carmen, just off Highway 307, on its Chetumal-Cancun stretch. Just south of Akumal, a town famous for its many, many cenotes, is the small village of Chemuyil. Getting to the Xunaan Ha Cenote from there is just a matter of following the signage. To make your…
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One of the most famous beaches in the Cancun hotel zone, Tortugas Beach—or “Playa Tortugas”, in Spanish—is very easy to get to. Plus, it’s surrounded by all kinds of services and amenities to make your day here a complete one. Where is Tortugas Beach? Located to the north of Cancun’s hotel zone, Tortugas is so…
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Among the beautiful beaches in the Cancun hotel zone, with its facilities, location, and easy access, a day at the beach can’t go wrong at Marlin beach. Where is Marlin Beach? Marlin Beach is in the northern half of Cancun’s long and narrow hotel zone, and it’s easy to get to. Once you see Plaza…
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The Xcacel Turtle Sanctuary is a hidden gem in the middle of the Riviera Maya’s most popular tourist route. Being such a popular destination, you’d think there were no virgin beaches left in the Riviera Maya, but that’s not the case. Among the hotels, eco-parks, and tourist attractions, there are several protected areas where urban…
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Yaal Cenote lies in the middle of the jungle. Before this area was explored and opened to the public, falling into this cenote was probably a common occurrence. However, now it’s open, and safe, for visitors to enjoy. Which is good, for it almost looks like a part of someone’s fantasy. Where is Yaal Cenote?…
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You probably won’t find a cenote more iconic than Ik Kil. It’s probably the one that pops into your mind when you imagine a cenote; the one in most posters and brochures; the one you could recognize even if you’ve never been to a cenote. It’s also one of the most crowded in all the…
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Getting to Bebelchen Cenote feels a little like you’re discovering this place for the first time: the entrance is in the middle of the jungle. There’s a booth at the entrance where they’ll list the safety measures to follow. This is a cave cenote—that means it’s enclosed—with no shallow waters, so there’s a couple. Safety…
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Everybody likes days at the beach, but they usually require some planning: a towel to sit on, an umbrella for shade. That’s where beach clubs come in. At Ziggy’s Beach Club, you can just jump on one of the beach beds, relax, and enjoy the ocean. Drinks, food, and other amenities are taken care of.…
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In Pueblo Tankah, visitors not only do the usual eco-park activities, like swimming in cenotes and gliding along zip lines. You’re a guest in a real pueblo—a town—, where you can meet the local community and learn more about their daily routine and their culture. How do you get to Pueblo Tankah? Tankah cove is…
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Just about an hour north of Tulum there’s an oasis tucked away in the middle of the jungle that’s perfect to make the switch from the concrete jungle for the real deal. Swim, see the wildlife, and sleep under the stars to recharge your batteries. What is Punta Laguna Eco Park? You’ll hear them before…
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