The Yucatan Peninsula is a tropical, Mexican dream destination. Here you’ll find the cities of Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum. You’ll also find endless beaches, cenotes, and a variety of Mayan ruins to explore. Find our top recommendations for Mexican-Caribbean vacation ideas here.
Between visiting historic Mayan temples and ruins of civilizations and then spending time in some of the more overlooked Yucatan destinations, like Valladolid or Merida, you’ll love traveling the Yucatan. Jungles, fresh water cenotes and colorful towns make it a great family destination. Add to that the beaches and you’re set!
You also can visit Isla Holbox from the Yucatan. North of Cancun you can take the passenger ferry to this beautiful, tropical island paradise where there are no cars and where the flamingos fly over. Traveling around the Yucatan Peninsula is amazing!
Planning a trip to Playa del Carmen is an easy and affordable. Sea turtles, Mayan ruins and perfect beaches make it great for anybody looking for a tropical getaway. 2traveldads.com
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The best cenotes near Cancun include turquoise plunge pools near Tulum and secret cave swimming holes deep in the jungle of Yucatan, Mexico. Beautiful places to explore and relax, close to be beaches and ruins of the Riviera Maya.
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Finding the right place to visit on vacation can feel tricky, especially if you’re traveling with kids. Over the years and over many trips to Mexico, we’ve found that some of our favorite spots […]
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Mexico travel plans and activities for every pace and budget. From hotels on the beach to swimming in the jungle, Mexican vacation destinations from Cancun to Cabo San Lucas.
Read moreIsla Holbox is a gem when it comes to Caribbean destinations. This small Mexican island has no cars, beautiful street art and amazing food. From flamingos to sea stars, see what you’ll find on Isla Holbox.
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Add the best Mayan ruins near Cancun to a Yucatan vacation itinerary. From Cancun to Tulum, Mayan ruins are everywhere and are some of the most interesting things to do.
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Swimming with Sea Turtles in Akumal, Mexico is really neat, but also can have a negative impact on the animal. Tips for how to see sea turtles, how to respectfully observe and what to expect in Akumal, Mexico.
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We will never not appreciate how colorful Mexico is. From our trips around Baja California Sur to road trippin’ on the Yucatan, there are always new places to enjoy. The colorful towns of the […]
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Find out if Cabo San Lucas or Cancun is the right Mexico vacation destination for you. Maps, things to do in Cancun and Cabo, transportation and travel tips to Mexico.
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We love all things history and nature. And Mexico. Although we spend the most time in Baja California Sur there’s something truly unique and wonderful about the Yucatan Peninsula and the state of Quintana […]
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When the opportunity arose to be a part of a yoga retreat, I just had to jump at the chance. With 2018 well underway and us really making an active effort to be healthy […]
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We’re a family travel blog through and through… except when one of us has to travel for work or something. I had the amazing opportunity to tour the Caribbean aboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the […]
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