Riviera Maya Beach Vacations

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Cave diving in Riviera Maya, Mexico
Cave diving in Riviera Maya (courtesy, RivieraMaya.com)


Riviera Maya Overview

Perhaps it's worth reiterating that the Riviera Maya has "endless stretches of pristine beaches of soft white sand gently caressed by the turquoise-blue waters of the Caribbean," yadda, yadda, yadda . . . but my bet is that you've already heard it all. You've seen the ads, the brochures, and the articles in the Sunday travel sections. So I'll spare you the purple...

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Hotels

from: $150 expert favorite hotel
Las Palapas Resort
Av 34 Norte con 5a Av y Zona Federal Maritima
Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Distance: 4.4 Miles
(from destination center)
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Acanto Hotel and Suites
16th Street Nt
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Distance: 5.2 Miles
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Rancho Sak-Ol
One kilometer (0.6 miles) south of the central plaza.
Puerto Morelos, Mexico
Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
Distance: 23.4 Miles
(from destination center)
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Attractions

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Alltournative Off Track Adventures
Riviera Maya
5th Avenue between 12th and 14th streets
Playa del Carmen, Mexico Map
Distance: 4.6 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Alltournative Off Track Adventures is an... Read More
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Hidden Worlds Cenote Park
Hwy. 307 between Tulum and Akumal
Tulum, Mexico Map
Distance: 33.9 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Hidden Worlds Cenote Park is a popular one-stop shop for cenote snorkeling and diving. The shops offer fascinating guided tours several times per day.... Read More
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Sky Dive Playa
Plaza Marina
Playa del Carmen, Mexico Map
Distance: 4.0 Miles (from destination center)
Description: White sand beaches and turquoise water make Playa del Carmen the ideal location for skydiving. ... Read More
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Riviera Maya Vacation Rentals

from: $715
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Luxurious villa in the Mayan Riviera
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3.5 Sleeps: 16
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Ceiling fans, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Pool Table, Swimming Pool, TV

from: $378
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4 Bedroom VACATION HOME in PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4.5 Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Freezer, Full kitchen, Internet Access, Iron, Jacuzzi, Laundry, Linens, Lounge, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Utensils, VCR

from: $284
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A Beautiful Place - Playa del Carmen -
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Kitchenette, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Swimming Pool


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