Playa Del Carmen is located south of Cancun on Mexico's Yucatan peninsula on the Caribbean Sea. The area is loaded with all-inclusive hotels and resorts suitable for honeymooners seeking a romantic, luxurious retreat. Low cost rustic lodging is available for the adventurer who is likely to spend his or her time on the beach, snorkeling or exploring the ancient Mayan ghost towns. There are several options for hotel stays directly on the beach, with breath-taking views of the sea.

Mayan Ruins

Playa Del Carmen is an ideal place for ancient Mayan ruin exploration, near to many major sites including Chichen-Itza, home of the famed 75 foot tall pyramid of Kukulkan. The Tulum Xelha site right on the coast offers spectacular preserved ruins as well as one of the largest natural aquariums in the world.

Outdoor Activity

Visitors to the Yucatan enjoy pristine, white sandy beaches overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Swimming, sunbathing, seaside dining, tropical drinks and snorkeling offer lots of relaxing entertainment. The port at Playa Del Carmen offers Carnival cruises to nearby Cancun and ferry trips across the waters to scuba haven, Cozumel, located on beautiful San Miguel Island. The tropical area is home to lush jungles ripe for exploration.

Attractions

Xcaret, an eco-archaeological park, offers visitors a chance to explore beach-side bat caves, a horse farm, dolphin performances and archaeological ruins. Dolphin encounters give tourists the opportunity to interact and swim with the amazing sea mammals. Guided tours are abundant in the area for jungle and lagoon exploration, sea touring and Mayan experiences. Dine on fresh-caught lobster and seafood on dinner cruises that depart from Playa Del Carmen.