The Riviera Maya is one of the highlights of Mexico’s Caribbean located on the beautiful Yucatan Peninsula. It is, therefore, no secret why the Riviera Maya is a popular choice for vacations. The tone is set for the perfect vacation with beaches boasting white sand and turquoise sea.

The Riviera Maya is the ideal vacation spot where breathing is easy and recharging your body can be enjoyed with ease. Riviera Maya has something to offer everyone, no matter what you enjoy seeing or doing on your vacation.

    Here are some of the highlights of the Riviera Maya:

  1. Rich History in the Riviera Maya

    The Riviera Maya is rich in history, which makes the Yucatan Peninsula ideal for the history buff in all of us. The Riviera Maya was at one time a very important place to all of the ancient society of the Mayan’s. Today, there are stunning and spectacular archaeological sites that have been preserved. All of the ruins are ready to be explored, whether you are a history buff or not. A Mayan city that was completely designed by the ocean is Tulum and Chichen Itza are still home to large stone pillars. These two areas can’t be passed up as they are wonderful places to make a day trip while you are in Riviera Maya vacationing. Don’t go back home before you see the Mayan architecture in person.

  2. Breathtaking Beaches

    The white sandy beaches and the clear turquoise waters of the Caribbean is always a major reason for beach lover’s to come to Riviera Maya. The Yucatan Peninsula has a delightful coastline of over 20 miles. This iconic scenery will have you snapping photos the entire time you are on the breathtaking beaches. The Tortugas Beach and the Las Perlas Beach in Cancun, Tulum Beach, and the Mamitas Beach in Playa del Carmen are excellent beaches for swimming, relaxing, soaking up the sun, and just watching other people. To no surprise, these areas are excellent spots to go snorkeling and scuba diving in the reefs that are up and down the entire coastline. If you are into doing things that boost your adrenaline, then you should make sure you go to Cozumel Island or the Playa Chac Mool that is located in Cancun where you can go windsurfing or just surfing with the biggest and best breaks in the Riviera Maya.

  3. Delicious Cuisine

    If you are a foodie, then you will be in foodie heaven with the different types of cuisine that are available in the Riviera Maya. Each food is freshly prepared, and Riviera Maya is a global destination that has the best chefs worldwide coming here to shine with their food creations. The foods that you eat while you are on vacation in the Riviera Maya will blow your mind, but don’t think there is only fine dining offered here, because there are some of the best diners and restaurants that offer delicious foods as well.

  4. Sunshiny Weather

    You can escape the cold, winter weather where you live and come to the Riviera Maya where there is constant sunshiny weather. During the winter season the sunshine is always shining, so for a bit you can put away your coat, gloves and shovel, then head to the Riviera Maya where April (low season) is the perfect temperature of 75 and above, and the ocean waters is a delightful warm temperature of 80.

  5. Extraordinary Accommodations

    There is extraordinary accommodations in the Riviera Maya as it is one of the most sought out destinations worldwide. The region is very developed and there are hotels and resorts that provide luxurious accommodations. If you are wanting to stay at an all-inclusive resort, a quaint boutique hotel, or even a 5 star hotel, you can find it in Riviera Maya. Riviera Maya, Mexico will satisfy all travelers’ accommodations.