tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-195831592024-02-19T06:38:26.520-06:00Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya & TulumFind resorts, hotels, restaurants, beaches, bars, tours, transportation, news, travel tips and more.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger311125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-65016538707600301962019-04-07T21:01:00.002-06:002019-04-07T21:01:30.962-06:00Chablé Maroma: Discover the Riviera Maya's Most Exclusive Family-Friendly HotelThe Chablé Maroma hotel in Playa Maroma has done what few hotels have even attempted to do -- successfully combine luxury with family-friendly at the same hotel.
Opened late in 2018, the Chablé Maroma is located on a pristine stretch of beach in Playa Maroma, roughtly half-way between Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen. Most guests arrive through the Cancun International Airport, then takeUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-40131421361211469282015-12-23T11:20:00.000-06:002015-12-23T11:20:50.946-06:00Paddle Boarding in Cancun With 360 Surf SchoolStand-up paddle boarding (SUP) in Cancun is a relatively new phenomenon, but it's growing fast -- and for good reason. It's one of the few sports where you can go from a total beginner to a highly competent practitioner within a single outing. With any athletic ability, coupled with a reasonable sense of balance, most people progress quickly from feeling like they are walking on marbles, to Unknownnoreply@blogger.comNichupte Lagoon in Cancun, Mexico21.132222716096624 -86.7700195312521.102600216096626 -86.81036003125 21.161845216096623 -86.72967903125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-5990917659950627362015-01-26T22:55:00.001-06:002015-01-28T21:39:09.957-06:00All-inclusive luxury just steps from Quinta AvenidaTHE ROYAL Resort Playa del Carmen (Constituyentes between First Avenue and the beach) is the most upscale all-inclusive resort in the heart of Playa del Carmen.
With 518 rooms and a grandiose portico reminiscent of Cancún or even Las Vegas, it is by far the largest hotel so close to Quinta Avenida and the Playa del Carmen town square. The sand on the beach is great, the water is calm, and it’s Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-80988535100131016342015-01-26T22:19:00.003-06:002015-01-26T22:20:49.439-06:00Acanto Boutique Hotel better than ever following massive renovation
Acanto Boutique Hotel in Playa Del Carmen has completed a massive two-year renovation with an investment of more than $5 million, emerging as one of the premier condo hotel projects in all of the Riviera Maya.
The renovation earned Acanto Boutique Hotel a spot in the "Great Hotels of the World Luxury Collection," a rare feat for hotels in the Playa del Carmen area. The hotel features Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-2213112851169281272014-04-02T22:54:00.000-06:002014-04-02T22:57:06.098-06:00Top 10 Things to Do at the Moon Palace ResortThe Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort outside of Cancun has released an action-packed list of the Top 10 Things to Do while staying at this family friendly hotel, which has become one of the most beloved properties in Cancun and the Riviera Maya.
1. Enjoy world-class entertainment
Palace Resorts is known for hosting world-class performances by artists like Usher, Shakira, Enrique Iglesias Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-64027273297152076012014-01-29T23:20:00.003-06:002014-01-29T23:20:51.156-06:00Video Highlights Top Events for 2014A new video produced by the Mexican News Network highlights some of the best events planned for Cancun, Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya during 2014.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-33844043583180504532014-01-07T01:57:00.001-06:002014-01-07T01:57:57.718-06:00Video Adventure: Cancun & Playa del CarmenIt's always good to have an idea of what the area is like where you're about to travel. Check out this great video for an overview of the Cancun and Playa del Carmen area.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-19925648163013380272013-08-18T11:49:00.003-06:002013-08-18T11:49:59.715-06:00Today's video of the day comes to us from Tripulu. It's a great introduction into the area and its many attractions, including beaches, towns, restaurants, nightlife and more.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-77461616786720558182012-06-20T20:56:00.001-06:002012-06-20T20:56:47.828-06:00Discover the Yucatan Through VideoTelevision network Televisa has just released a video highlighting many of the most amazing attractions and images of the Yucatan area. All of these attractions are reachable during a visit to Cancun, Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya. Some of them are best enjoyed with an overnight stay, to avoid too much travel time on a single day.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-30606380383685382262012-04-25T22:44:00.002-06:002012-04-25T22:45:28.207-06:00ATVs and Snorkels in the Riviera MayaNo visit to the Riviera Maya is complete without a tour through the beach-side jungle and a swim through a freshwater lagoon, called a "cenote." Check out this video of a group of travelers experiencing some of the Playa del Carmen area's most unique tours, including a ATV ride through the tropical forest and a dip in Media Luna Cenote.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-172822796823481002012-02-02T20:59:00.004-06:002012-02-02T21:04:02.699-06:00Video Tour of Playa del CarmenThinking about going to Playa del Carmen or the Riviera Maya, but not sure if it's the right vacation spot for you? Check out this video tour of Quinta Avenida, the famous Fifth Avenue of Playa del Carmen.For a live view of your future vacation spot, check out these live webcams of Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-68978322805910791962011-11-06T15:39:00.003-06:002011-11-06T15:53:31.822-06:00How the Locals Talk: Spanish of the Riviera MayaWhen traveling to Cancun, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, Tulum or the Riviera Maya, it's always nice to speak a little spanish -- and in particular, the kind of Spanish they speak around these parts. Below are some local references, names and other common phrases you may come across during your travels. If you want to fit in, try to use these words with your waiters, cab drivers and hotel employees. Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-29194427756313520762011-05-22T10:37:00.002-06:002011-05-22T10:45:19.569-06:00Ajua Maya Restaurant Celebrates 10 Years in Playa del CarmenAjua Maya Restaurant celebrated 10 years in Playa del Carmen with a traditional celebration mixing Mayan, Mestizo and Mexican cuisine and customs on on May 21, 2011.Jorge and Brenda Alfaro acquired Ajua Restaurant (now Ajua Maya) in Playa del Carmen in 2001. The restaurant specializes in Mayan, Mestizo, Mexican and a touch of Virginian cuisine; and now, ten years later, the Alfaros enjoy working Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-38209204240593247522011-03-19T11:43:00.003-06:002011-03-19T11:47:44.761-06:00Whale sharks swarming near the Riviera MayaThe Washington Post is running a great article about the whale sharks new Isla Mujeres. Though the region has long been known for its whale sharks, especially in the waters to the north of the island, this year seems to be different, with many more sharks present in waters much closer to the island. Excerpt from the story:It's like a fishbowl full of whale sharks," said Robert Hueter, director ofUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-78267440122232103672011-02-21T21:02:00.005-06:002011-02-21T21:04:45.984-06:00How to Stay Safe in the Riviera MayaPlaya del Carmen is no longer a sleepy fishing village where everybody knows each other and nobody locks their doors. It is still a happy little town, though, where a lot of people know each other and not everyone locks their doors. Petty theft is the main problem, and tourists are advised to watch their belongings, lock their hotel rooms, and not leave valuables unattended on the beach or Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-42051067995221025422010-10-12T18:54:00.006-06:002010-10-12T19:02:42.337-06:00Travel Channel Celeb to Host Playa Food FestivalPlaya del Carmen -- Travel Channel star and food pro Mark DeCarlo will team up with local chefs in the Riviera Maya to present the Taste of Playa food event.DeCarlo, host of "Taste of America with Mark DeCarlo" will conduct a series of food demonstrations with local chefs highlighting the unique recipes of the Mexican Caribbean.The Taste of Playa event is a community-focused culinary celebration Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-73957330192045205572010-08-02T21:22:00.006-06:002010-08-02T21:29:19.433-06:00Hotel Profile: Antigua Posada Barrio LatinoThis is the namesake hotel for the Barrio Latino neighborhood from Second to Sixth Streets, between the beach and 30th Avenue, in the heart of Playa del Carmen. The area is reminiscent of the way that Playa used to be, with traditional hotels and a slower pace than the rest of town. The 16-room Italian-owned hotel is a popular home base for Europeans, student travelers, and others who may have Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-47156821586686767552010-06-26T12:51:00.003-06:002010-06-26T12:54:56.630-06:00Tropical Storm Alex forms south of Playa del CarmenTourists and local officials are watching closely as the first named storm of the season, Tropical Storm Alex, forms off the coast of Belize and due south of Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya.The Playa Palms live webcam located in the heart of Playa del Carmen's main beach reveals a rainy sky and blustery winds well ahead of the storm's potential arrival. According to the National Hurricane Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-18382881635624872802010-06-10T17:39:00.012-06:002010-06-10T22:05:51.266-06:00EcoBeachHotels.com Offers Unique Eco-Friendly Hotel OptionsEcoBeachHotels.com is a partner site to MayanHoliday.com that offers information and reservations at eco-friendly hotels and sustainable beachfront accommodations around the world.Two of their featured properties for this summer are Azulik villas and Cabañas Copal, which are located in Tulum, about an hour south of Playa del Carmen. Both properties have been recognized for their high standards Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-79150549422088055002010-05-12T09:21:00.004-06:002010-05-12T09:25:53.948-06:00Free concert at Mamita's Beach Club kicks off 2010 Riviera Maya Jazz FestThe organizers of the 2010 Riviera Maya Jazz Fest are holding a free kickoff concert on May 29 at Mamita's Beach Club in Playa del Carmen featuring Caro Montes, Phil Perry and Brian McKnight.The concert celebrates the announcement of the headliners for this year's festival, which will include performances by The Manhattan Transfer, George Duke, Eugenia Leon, Armando Manzanero, John McLaughlin, Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-73819295526830687852010-04-06T11:02:00.003-06:002010-04-06T11:09:29.085-06:00Acanto Condos open model unitDevelopers of the Acanto Condominium complex, adjacent to the Acanto Hotel, in the heart of Playa del Carmen have finished construction of a model unit, with completion of the entire project expected in the near future. The complex has one-, two- and three-bedroom condos located a half-block from the beach and one block from 5th Avenue, the resort town's main tourist strip, with a wide range of Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-12207850625868309842010-03-31T09:38:00.003-06:002010-03-31T10:02:47.957-06:00Top 10 See and Be Seen Spots in the Riviera Maya1. Blue Parrot, Playa del Carmen: With an open-air dance floor and fire dancers at your back door, you can’t go wrong.2. Fairmont Mayakoba, Punta Bete: The huge stone entryway makes you wonder what’s inside; only the privileged few know for sure.3. Live Aqua Cancún: Cancún’s one and only lounge hotel, with 24-hour DJ and luxe beach bar.4. Hotel Básico, Playa del Carmen: The prosperous days of Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-51293110062654136602010-02-08T15:15:00.003-06:002010-02-08T15:29:04.472-06:00Reserve Now for Spring Break in CancunEvery year about this time, students from across the country start to plan their Spring Break vacations. This year, there are some great package trips, including airfare and hotel.Many students choose to use a big-name tour company to book their trip, but they don't realize that they are throwing money away, since they end up paying way more than if they just booked the trip themselves. TravelersUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-52935856485718712792010-01-21T22:55:00.004-06:002010-01-21T23:02:03.483-06:00New Riviera Maya Events Calendar LaunchesThe Riviera Maya Events Calendar is the most comprehensive online events calendar for local events in Playa del Carmen, Akumal, Puerto Morelos, Puerto Aventuras and throughout the Riviera Maya. Events include local cultural and arts events, food festivals, wine tastings, restaurant specials, local fairs, environmental events and local get-togethers.Local residents moderate the daily events in Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19583159.post-86479864022352540992010-01-20T16:57:00.005-06:002010-01-20T17:10:54.801-06:00Riviera Maya Raising Funds for Haiti VictimsFund-raising events will take place on Sunday, January 24, in Playa del Carmen and Akumal to raise much-needed money for "Hope for Haiti," a local, grassroots campaign that is supporting the relief efforts. "Hope for Haiti" Playa del Carmen will take place on Sunday, January 24, from noon to 6pm on the beach at Wicky's (10th Street), which has volunteered their beach and their culinary skills forUnknownnoreply@blogger.com