Holidays in Riviera Maya

The Riviera Maya, or the Mayan Riviera, sits on the east coast of Mexico on the peninsula that forms the southerly edge of the Gulf of Mexico. Holidays to Riviera Maya are popular because of the beautiful beaches and Mayan cultural attractions in the area

How to get to Riviera Maya

The region is served by Cancun Airport which lies 52km to the north of Playa del Carmen. It's also possible to travel via Cozumel Airport which is on the Isle of Cozumel in the Caribbean Sea. If you want to explore the surrounding region of the Mayan Riviera car hire is easy to arrange from Cancun Airport as well as from all the major hotels.

Where to Stay in Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya is well known for its luxurious all inclusive resorts but cheap Mayan Riviera hotels are also available as are smaller boutique style hotels or even private villas. The increase in tourism to the region has boosted competition amongst the larger hotel chains and therefore cheap holidays in Riviera Maya are becoming more available, even at the most luxurious resorts.

What to do in Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya holidays are popular with divers as the region boasts the largest coral reef in the northern hemisphere, the second longest in the world. Popular activities on holidays to Riviera Maya include scuba diving, snorkelling, swimming with dolphins and sailing. The region also boasts a number of stunning golf courses carved through the jungles and surrounded by lagoons. Guided jungle tours to sites of archaeological interest are very popular as there are a range of Mayan ruins in the close vicinity, as are visits to the wide range of ecoparks and natural water theme parks in the area.