Top Beaches in Mexico

Mexico vacations almost always include the beautiful beaches of Mexico with November to May being the best months to go. On the Gulf Coast of Mexico, some of the really good isolated beaches can be found along Costa Esmeralda which is 5 hours drive from the city. The Maya Riviera on the Caribbean Coast has the beautiful beaches of Cancun as well as the fishing village and beach resort in one Puerto Morelos with fine sand, warm water and the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Here in this area you can also find cool and casual Playa del Carmen and one of the prettiest beaches, Tulum which houses the scenic 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 choices of beautiful beaches in Mexico.

The Attractions of Puerto Vallarta

One of the most well known vacation destinations in Mexico is Puerto Vallarta with its rich combination of attractions and activities ranging from white sand beaches to natural rainforests. You have options to take a cruise along Puerto Vallartas beautiful coastline and see its colorful marine life, venture into the jungles to see tropical wildlife or go dolphin and whale watching in Banderas Bay on board the 98-foot Bloodhound sailboat. Snorkeling, Kayaking and scuba diving are other adventure activities you can opt to indulge in. You can also go on a tour of Puerto Vallarta by walking, hiking or bus and see the Cathedral of our Lady of Guadalupe, the famous watersports center Playa de Oro, Los Arcos which is a fun underwater park, the quaint tranquil village by the sea of Boca de Tomatlan, the unique old town Rancho Capomo or the gorgeous boardwalk or the Malecon. A Mexico vacation is always more exciting if you take a trip to Puerto Vallarta.

Unforgettable Sites 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. Going on a trip to the old cities of the Mayans will give you a glimpse of these ancient civilizations. Its capital is Chichen Itza, a great intellectual discovery since this is where Mayan astronomers plotted most of their calendars in their observatory and its also where the grand pyramid and Castillo are found. Tulum is another great destination, the only walled city of the Mayans which conveniently overlooks the waters and the beachfront. But this is not all there is to this region which boasts of many other interesting attractions and activities. 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. If youre looking to delve more into Mayan culture, then dont forget to include the Mayan Temple in Isla Mujeres in the itinerary, as well as Isla Contoy which has beautiful beaches and water activities for the tourist. The Riviera Maya should definitely be included in your Mexico vacations as its not only relaxing but mentally enriching experience as well.

Ixtapa Vacations

If you want to go for elegance and luxury on your Mexico vacations, the best place to go would be the resort paradise of Ixtapa. One of the most popular resorts that has full amenities, luxurious rooms and packaged activities programmed for the whole family is Club Med Ixtapa. The Barcelo Ixtapa, on the other hand is another famous resort that is suitable for families. You will get beachfront accommodations right near the crystal clear tropical waters and fine sand beaches regardless of where you may opt to stay. To keep you entertained, there are a lot of water activities such as snorkeling, body boarding and swimming. You can also take a day trip to the Playa las Gatas by taking an inexpensive water taxi ride at Zihuatanejo that will drop you off at the beach that is lined with quaint local shops and restaurants featuring delectable local cuisine. So take a luxurious travel to Mexico with a trip to Ixtapa.