Playa del Carmen

Safety in Mexico has been a long-standing concern with prospective travelers. But given that Mexico has been making the news due to kidnappings and cartel activity, it understandably has vacationers-to-be wondering—How safe is the Riviera Maya? The Riviera Maya is safe if you practice basic safety precautions. Like most destinations, if your goal is to […]

During my Yucatan Peninsula trotting, I became besties with the route from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. It wasn’t intentional. But alas, here I am writing an article on what will likely be more than you ever thought you needed to know about how to get from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. Without further ado,

If you’re basing yourself in Playa del Carmen but want to see what all the Cozumel buzz is about, you’re in luck—taking a Playa del Carmen to Cozumel day trip isn’t only possible, but it’s a popular choice because of the proximity of these destinations and how easy it is to travel there independently. Nevertheless,

Photos of colorful 5th Avenue, street tacos heaping with toppings, and white sand beaches might have you ready to travel to Playa del Carmen. But you might be wondering—is Playa del Carmen safe? Playa del Carmen is safe as long as you stay within the tourist district, take taxis at night, and use common sense.

The promise of palm tree-lined beaches, crystal clear water, and margaritas might have you dreaming about a trip to the Yucatan Peninsula.  So if you’re trying to understand the difference between the Riviera Maya vs Playa del Carmen, here it is: The Riviera Maya is a coastal region in the Yucatan, and Playa del Carmen

A happy trip is what we all want. And one of the best ways to set up your vacation for success is by understanding the nuances of the destinations you have to choose from. So, whether you’ve got a day trip on your radar or want to base yourself in Akumal or Playa del Carmen,

Most travelers planning a trip to the Riviera Maya recognize the big names like Cancun and Tulum. So, when you stumbled upon the name “Akumal Beach,” you might be wondering what it’s all about. Is Akumal Beach worth visiting? Does it have hotels? Can you really see sea turtles? Here’s the quick answer to those

Ah, the Riviera Maya. Your decision to visit Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula may have been easy, but since you found me here, choosing where to go once you touch down in the land of tequila might be proving to be more difficult than you thought. I get it—I felt the same way until I spent time