Best Sunsets in Playa del Carmen: XPUHA Beach!

Xpuha is a resplendent jewel of the Riviera Maya, thanks to the fact that it has all the necessary attributes to hypnotize the most demanding travelers. Xpuha, which in Mayan means “estuary of two waters”, manages to stand out not only for its beauty, but also for its enviable natural wealth that combines relaxation and fun in the same place.

This beach has quickly gained recognition and is setting a trend among the wide variety of Mexican beaches. Here are some reasons for you to start planning your visit!

1. Its depth

The Xpuha sea looks like a giant pool, since it is only half a meter deep, therefore, it is ideal for safe swimming and relaxing. However, if you like adventure, just go a little deeper to discover the depths of this incredible sea full of surprises.

2. The location

Xpuha is an easy beach to locate because it is located at km. 265 of federal highway number 307 that goes from Cancun to Chetumal. If you are in Cancun it will take about an hour to arrive, if you are in Playa del Carmen it will take just 20 minutes, the same for Tulum. This beach is located within the Riviera Maya, a coastal region of approximately 140 kilometers that extends along the Caribbean in the eastern part of the Yucatan Peninsula and that is unique thanks to its enormous biodiversity and its archaeological sites on the shore from sea.

3. Their colors

In the distance, the turquoise hues of the sea will make you smile instantly and in the vicinity, the transparency and freshness of the water will welcome you to paradise. The sand is white and fine, We recommend you stay until sunset, so that all the colors melt under a single visual experience that will surely be unforgettable.

4. Activities

Here you can dive and snorkel, you can also have fun on a kayak, a boogie board (a board similar to surfing, but smaller with which you do not need to get up, since the idea is to ride small waves) or a paddle board ( The same board as the surfboard with which you have to use paddles). You should also know that walking will always be an excellent option to explore the surroundings of Xpu-ha, since here it is possible to find interesting and somewhat spooky places, such as an abandoned hotel!

You must visit TULUM! Here are the reasons

1. Mayan Ruins of Tulum

One of the main reasons to visit this fantastic pleace! Where you cand find the Mayan Ruins of Tulum, whose "Castillo del Mar" is one of the most typical postcards of the Riviera Maya. We recommend you to reserve at least a couple of hours to complete the visit, since the archaeological zone is larger than it seems.

2. The sunsets, one of the things to enjoy in Tulum

The sunsets of Tulum are quite famous, and that´s because the light in Mexico is something indescribable! A wonderful opportunity to stay and contemplate the free show, of course, always better with a chela in hand.

3. Antojitos La Chiapaneca

There are many options to try Mexican specialties. If you want to taste some tacos, a gringa or a cake you should visit Antojitos La Chiapaneca where you cand find really tasty and cheap food.

4. Route of cenotes

The surroundings of Tulum are full of cenotes. Don´t you miss them! You can try visiting the Gran Cenote and the Carwash. Also Zacil Ha cenote.

Cancun Airport reports more than 500 daily scheduled flights

With flights that involve 49 destinations abroad. This are one of the foreign destinations that stand out:

Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Bogota, Boston, Calgary, Caracas, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Edmonton, Frankfurt, Philadelphia, Guatemala, Houston, Indianapolis, La Havana, Lima, Lisbon and London.

Also Los Angeles, Madrid, Medellin, Miami, Minneapolis, Montreal, Moscow, New Orleans, New York, Orlando, Panama, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Salt Lake, San Francisco, San José, San Luis, San Salvador, Santiago de Chile, Sao Paulo, Seattle, Tampa, Toronto and Washington.

And the main international airlines with operations scheduled are are Air Canada, Air Portugal, Alaska, Allegiant, American, Avianca, British, Condor, Conviasa, Copa, Delta, Frontier, Iberojet, Jet Blue, Latam, Nordwind, Spirit, Southwest, Sunwing , TAG, United, Viva Air, West Jet and Wingo.

Enjoy your dreamed holidays in COZUMEL!

If you are already planning your trip, and you want to know what to do in Cozumel, this information is just for you, since this paradisiac destination in the Mexican Caribbean has much to offer.

Cozumel Beaches

In Cozumel you can immerse yourself in the most beautiful beaches. You will find them of all types: with waves, perfect for surfing or others ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Among the best beaches are:

-Palancar Beach -San Juan Cozumel -Heaven -The Island of Passion -San Francisco

Diving, the best activity to do in Cozumel

Diving is the most famous activity on the island of Cozumel. In the 1960s, the French oceanographer and diver Jacques Cousteau was so amazed by its beauty and natural wealth that he put it on the international map, and it is today the world mecca of diving. Here you can learn to dive or snorkel, to explore the seabed and discover what makes its Arrecifes National Park so famous.

Among the favorites of the world's divers are:

-Palancar Reef -Horseshoe -Pasos de Cedral -Santa Rosa -La Herradura Paraíso Sur and Norte

Water activities

Thanks to the location of the largest island in Mexico, surrounded by the beautiful waters of the Mexican Caribbean, you will find varied activities and water sports to do in Cozumel. Among them you will find, snorkeling and diving, kayaking, driving jet skis, jet skis, surfing and wind surfing.

Vestiges and Mayan culture

Cozumel was an important place of worship and pilgrimage for the ancient Mayans. Here was the oracle of Ixchel, to which they came from the mainland to bring offerings and to ask for fertility and good harvests, of which the old buildings remain, witnesses of its history.

5 things to keep in mind when travelling to Playa del Carmen

An astonishing destination in the Riviera Maya, on the Caribbean Sea, in the state of Quintana Roo, the old town is now a city of 150,000 inhabitants, which offers a varied range of attractions, in addition to its beaches.

In recent years, we hear a lot about Playa del Carmen. And it is not only because of advertising campaigns, but because different friends or acquaintances tell us about that paradise on earth.

Here, the five things to keep in mind when traveling to Playa del Carmen

1) When to travel

The Riviera Maya has a warm and humid climate, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC in January (winter) to 33ºC in August (summer). Humidity can reach 85%.

A good time to visit is December, because it is not so hot anymore and the hurricane season has passed. Another suitable month is October, with pleasant temperatures and more convenient prices than those of December. Also, there are fewer tourists.

2) Family fun

The Riviera Maya offers several theme parks, but X Caret is undoubtedly the most famous. For this reason, it is worth spending a whole day to enjoy its fifty attractions. Here, for example, you can walk or swim through underground rivers that pass under caves or flanked by lush vegetation.

Of course, there are beaches and swimming pools, with the possibility of snorkeling or diving. The Aquarium is home to different marine species, such as turtles and stingrays (the most daring can swim with dolphins or dive in a pool with sharks).

3) Many kind of attractions

The Aviary, the Butterfly Park, some archaeological sites, a striking cemetery and the Chapel of Guadalupe, with a Virgin carved from a wooden log. Among the shows we highlight the flyers of Papantía, who throw themselves into the void, on their backs, tied with a rope from a rotating pole several meters high. The México Espectacular show is the best ending to the visit.

4) Cozumel Island

45 minutes away by ferry, the Island of Cozumel has the second largest reef in the world. Of course, also, a dozen beaches, with very white sands and gentle or strong waves; parks and archaeological areas. Punta Sur, meanwhile, is one of the best places in the world to dive with 40 areas, which are between 3 and 30 meters deep.

5) Best places to go shopping

Fifth Avenue concentrates the commercial activity of Playa del Carmen. It is a pedestrian street, located very close to the beach, where visitors will find everything from large stores to shops that sell Mayan textiles, tequila, cocoa and handicrafts.

It is also an excellent place to stop and enjoy a coffee, flanked by the refreshing shade of its trees. At night, it is convenient to approach its intersection with Avenida 12, because there are all kinds of bars and restaurants.