Playa del Carmen, Mexico: The Riviera Maya's Seaside Jewel
Bathed by the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea, along Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Playa del Carmen deserves its reputation as a popular vacation destination and growing expat stronghold.
As the midway point between Cancún on the north end of the Riviera Maya, and Tulúm on the south, Playa del Carmen shares the same clear, tropical waters, palm-studded white sand, and favorable climate that draws some 5 million tourists to this area, each year.
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A day with Alltournative eco-tours, Riviera Maya
Pit Stops for Kids tours with Alltournative in the Riviera Maya, a great eco-tour company for families visiting Mexico.
Xcaret Mexico Playa del Carmen - Xcaret Eco Nature Park Playa del Carmen Mexico
Xcaret Park is a privately owned and operated theme park, resort and self-described ecotourism development located in the Riviera Maya, a portion of the Caribbean coastline of Mexico's state of Quintana Roo. From 11:57 in this video you can see a short impression the Underground Rivers. For our Underground Rivers Video please visit our Mexico Playlist:
Xcaret is part of Xcaret Experiencias Group which also owns the Xplor Park, Xel-Ha Park, and Xenses Park; as well as the Xichen, Xenotes, and Xoximilco tours and activities. It is situated approximately 75 kilometres south of Cancún, and 6.5 kilometres south of Playa del Carmen along Highway 307.
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Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Just outside of Playa Del Carmen, Mexico you can refresh yourself in the Río Secreto Nature Reserve.
Plunge into the ultimate eco-tourism experience and discover Río Secreto Nature Reserve on this guided tour. Explore the vast wonders of this mystical underground river and gaze at the extraordinary rock formations tucked away just outside of Playa del Carmen
This tour is a multi-year recipient of TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence, making this experience a must-do.
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Playa del Carmen Mexico Riviera - Beaches, Mayan Ruins, Cenotes & More | 90+ Countries with 3 Kids
You're going to love Playa del Carmen… everyone does! It's a beautiful, quiet vacation paradise 45 minutes down the coast from the crowded Cancun scene in Mexico.
Playa del Carmen is known mainly for white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and a laid back bohemian vibe. Not too long ago it was a fishing village but has now become the #1 destination in Mexico.
There are so many fun things to do. The famous 5th avenue is a pedestrian walkway that runs through town and is lined with shops, restaurants, bars and palm trees with twinkly lights.
Right off the coast, you will find the Meso-American Barrier Reef, the second longest coral reef in the world. It is a wonderland for snorkelers and scuba divers alike.
Don't forget the fascinating Mayan archaeological sites. The people and the culture are sure to intrigue you.
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PLAYA DEL CARMEN, RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO TRAVEL, PLAYA DEL CARMEN MEXICO
PLAYA DEL CARMEN, RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO TRAVEL, PLAYA DEL CARMEN MEXICO, Playa del Carmen is a coastal resort town in Mexico, along the Yucatán Peninsula's Riviera Maya strip of Caribbean shoreline. In the state of Quintana Roo, it’s known for its palm-lined beaches and coral reefs. Its Quinta Avenida pedestrian thoroughfare runs parallel to the beach, with blocks of shops, restaurants and nightspots ranging from laid-back bars to dance clubs. Playa del Carmen (Spanish pronunciation: ['plaʝa ðel 'kaɾmen]) is a city located along the Caribbean Sea in the municipality of Solidaridad, in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. It is a popular tourist area in eastern Mexico. Playa del Carmen features a wide array of tourist activities due to its geographical location in the Riviera Maya. It has also been the destination of PGA Tour golf tournaments and the set location for various television shows. The town has become one of the fastest to grow in population size in Mexico. Playa del Carmen is located within the Riviera Maya, which runs from south of Cancún to Tulum and the Sian Ka'an biosphere reserve. Playa is a stop for several cruise ships which dock at the nearby Calica quarry docks, about six miles (10 km) south of the city. The Xcaret Eco Park, a Mexican-themed eco-archaeological park, is a popular tourist destination located just south of the town in Xcaret (pronounced ish-kar-et). In October 2005, Hurricane Wilma passed directly over Playa del Carmen, remaining in the vicinity for two days and causing significant damage and a temporary drop in tourist arrivals. Most of the damage was relatively superficial and repaired within a few weeks of the storm. Hurricane Wilma arrived from the Caribbean Sea, passing over Cozumel before making landfall in Playa del Carmen. It then moved north along the Mexican coast, hitting Cancún especially hard. Originally a small fishing town, tourism to Playa del Carmen began with the passenger ferry service to Cozumel, an island across the Cozumel Channel and a world-famous scuba diving destination.
Playa del Carmen has recently undergone extreme rapid development with new luxury residential condominium buildings, restaurants, boutiques and entertainment venues. Tourist activity in Playa del Carmen centers on Quinta Avenida, or Fifth Avenue, which stretches from Calle 1 norte to Calle 40. A pedestrian walkway located just one or two blocks inland from the beach, Fifth Avenue is lined with hundreds of shops, bars and restaurants. There are many small boutique hotels on and just off Fifth Avenue and on the beach.
Playacar is a residential and tourist development in Playa del Carmen just south of the main urban area. Most of the all-inclusive hotels, the aviary and the golf course are located in this development. There are two phases – phase 1 is mostly residential with a few hotels and some stores, while phase 2 contains the largest all-inclusive resorts as well as the golf course and a significant number of residential properties.
Playa del Carmen is host to several major annual events. The largest of these was The BPM Festival, a world-famous electronic dance music festival which, up until recently, took place in January each year.
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Xcaret is probably the top attraction for Cancun and Riviera Maya visitors. It is located just a few minutes from Playa del Carmen with seemingly endless attractions, you'll need at least a full day in Xcaret to see the park. Xcaret is an Ecological and Archaeological Park located south of Cancun in the Riviera Maya that contains small Mayan Ruins, water activities, as well as a wide variety of flora and fauna, including Jaguars, Dolphins, Underground Rivers, Coral Reef Aquarium, Jungle Trail, Mayan Village, Mayan Cemetery, Museum of Culture and Anthropology, Regional Wildlife Enclosure and more.
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Rio Secreto tour in Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Mexico
Explore an underground system of caves and rivers in the Riviera Maya, one of the most beautiful adventures in the region! Stalactites, stalagmites and an excursion through the jungle of the Yucatan Peninsula, great fun for the whole family in this world of cenotes.
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Adventure tour at Selvatica in Play Del Carmen, Mexico
Pack your day with adventure at Selvatica in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.
Take a half-day adventure and experience a range of exciting activities at Selvatica Adventure Park. Fly from one tree to another on the best ziplines. Hop aboard a buggy for an off-road ride through the Mexican forest. If you’re a real adrenaline-junkie, try bungee jumping and the Tarzania Coaster which will make you fly high and see the world like a bird. Refresh yourself with a swim in the enchanted waters of a nearby cenote. Exhilaration guaranteed – come and experience it all at Selvatica in Playa del Carmen!
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In today's Mexico travel video, we are sharing some of the lessons we've learned while traveling in the Yucatan Peninsula and Riviera Maya. This region is one of the most popular in Mexico for tourism, so sometimes people try to take advantage of unsuspecting travelers.
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2. How to avoid getting scammed while traveling to Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Puerto Morelos, Tulum, Puerto Aventuras, Bacalar, and other Riviera Maya destinations;
3. What you should pack when traveling to these areas of Mexico;
4. How to prevent theft while traveling in Quintana Roo;
5. Tourist traps you should avoid in the Riviera Maya; and
6. Dangerous situations to be aware of in the Mayan Riviera.
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MAYAN ECO ADVENTURE
Discover the essence of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere as you dive into Mexico’s rich and mysterious history. Journey deep within the biosphere, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the ancient Mayan city of Muyil. Explore the jungle while taking in the archeology that dates back to 350 BC. Next, traverse the waters of the Chunyaxché Lagoon by motorboat, passing through the Mayan water canals to arrive at an expansive mangrove river. Let the river guide you along a unique, floating eco-tour before digging your toes in the sand as you enjoy a savory beachside lunch.
Rio Secreto Tour - Tulum Ruins - Underground Mayan Caves Rivers Mexico!! - Playa Del Carmen / Cancun
Rio Secreto - Playa Del Carmen Mexico - Mayan Underworld Caves River Cenote | Tulum Ruins
Rio Secreto are under ground caves located in Quintana Roo near Playa Del Carmen and Riviera Maya , Mexico, only discovered in 2007. This is a must do if you are in Cancun or Riviera Maya, Mexico. The excursion takes about 6 hours. It starts of with the Rio Secreto Shuttle picking you up from the hotel. Once you arrive you are assigned to different groups and given a brief introduction to the caves and formations.
You then are taken to the dry caves which takes around 1-2 hours. Here you get to learn about the Mayans and how they thought the world was created. The dry caves have natural sun light coming in as well as they have been lit up at different areas using candles and lights. At the end of the dry caves, there is a huge area in which they have seats and there is a light show in which they show a more modern view of how the world was made.
Once you come out of the dry caves, you take a quick shower and suit up in wet suits with life jackets and helmets with a flash light and prepare to go the the sunken caves. These caves do not have any natural light and you have to rely on your helmet light only. This is an amazing tour, you get to walk in underground caves filled with water. Many areas have so much water that you have to swim across. You also get to learn how the caves / coral / calcium formations were made. This is defiantly the coolest part of the tour.
After about 2 hours underground, you come out from another area. At this point you get bicycles to ride down to another entrance. Here you take a small break and get water and fresh fruits as a snack. Then you proceed to this whole in the forest which is an entrance to the caves. This entrance is a opening into a 50ft deep cave. The only way in is to propel down. The guide gives you a tutorial on how to propel down to the caves. These caves are also filled with water. Once you are down the tour continues and you get to see more spectacular caves. This tour ends with coming out of the caves from another area, you take a small walk back to the bicycles, then you bicycle back.
This comes to the end up of the tour, you return all the gear. After this you get to enjoy a Mexican Buffet with the group and tour guide. We had Nadia as our tour guide, she was very friendly and knowledgable. If visiting definitely ask for her.
These caves are millions of years old. It is a once in a life time experience if you are in Mexico, we would recommend it to anyone.
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Xel-Ha- Aquatic Park in Riviera Maya- Guide & Review
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Xel-Ha is an eco park located in the Riviera Maya of Mexico. Its main draw is water activities like snorkeling, tubing, cliff jumping, and water slides. They also have several things to see and do above water, including a playground for children. Your ticket includes unlimited food & drinks. Xel-Ha is just the right mix of excitement & relaxation, and the park is really beautiful, which is why I recommend Xel-Ha to people of all ages.
There are several eco parks in the Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya, and Tulum areas of Mexico, but Xel-Ha is easily one of the best. The park is owned by Experiencias Xcaret, which operates several of the top tours and parks in Cancun & the Riviera Maya.
I made this video to show you what to expect, and also give you some tips to help you get the most out of your visit. If you have any questions about Xel-Ha, leave a comment below and I'll respond. Thanks for watching!
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Hard Rock Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen Mexico Vacation
Family Vacation & view of Hard Rock Hotel and surrounding Beach Area, including a trip to Xei-Ha, a division of Xcaret.
Mexico - Riviera Maya / Cancun - Playa del Carmen - Tulum - 06/2015
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