Cancun Area
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With luminescent seas that sparkle in every imaginable shade of electric blue & turquoise, Cancun is a place where nature seems to have created her handiwork in neon. Gleaming white sand beaches & some of the world's most spectacular sunsets also help set the scene for a truly electric escape from the every day! Dynamic resorts, thrilling activities & pulsating nightlife assure there's something for everyone in Cancun. The action centers around three distinct bodies of water; the Caribbean Sea-for scenery & strong surf; the Bahia de Mujeres-calm waters perfect for family fun & the Nichupte Lagoon-for water sports. Though visitors to Cancun enjoy modern resort living, there are still a few ancient Mayan sites to visit nearby. These include the awe-inspiring ruins of Chichen Itza and Tulum on a day trip. The tiny Isla Mujeres, or "Island of the Women," offers a peaceful retreat with excellent snorkeling & sun-drenched beaches just a short boat ride away.

The same engaging scenery that motivates endless activity in Cancun, does little more than stir up a leisurely hum in the area just south of Cancun known as the Riviera Maya. Located about an hour from Cancun International Airport, the Riviera Maya is a great base for those who want access to the pleasures of Cancun & Cozumel, but prefer an unspoiled setting a comfortable distance from the crowds. Four areas are quietly emerging as favorites for serenity-seekers - Playacar, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal and Tulum.

Destinations in Cancun Area

Cancun and Riviera Maya, Mexico

Cancún means "nest of snakes" in Mayan, referring to the long and narrow island half of this coastal city. Located in the Yucatán Peninsula, it is surrounded by water on 3 sides - the Caribbean Sea, the Nichupté Lagoon, and the Bahia de Mujeres - and is known internationally for its tropical beauty and fantastically preserved archaeological treasures. One of the most modern, and by far the most visited, tourist resorts in the country, it is characterized by rows of resort hotels and beautiful beaches, where the sand is particularly fine and brilliantly white due to its coral origin. Cancún is stunning, with seas that sparkle in every imaginable shade of emerald and turquoise while sheltering a wealth of reef life.

Isla Mujeres

Situated eight miles off the coast of Cancun, Isla Mujeres, or "island of women," offers a tranquil alternative to the bustling mainland resort areas. The island is blessed with beautiful beaches, exquisite sunsets, and is ripe for relaxation and discovery. Discovered by Spanish explorer Francisco Hernandez de Cordoba 1517, Isla Mujeres has an interesting history behind its name. Cordoba found the island while searching the region for slaves and gold. It was in an abandoned state, yet decorated by semi-clothed statues of the Mayan Goddess Ixchel.

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