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Cancun and Riviera Maya Vacations & Travel

Cancun and Riviera Maya Vacations

Cancun and the sun-drenched Riviera Maya lie at the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula in sunny, southeast Mexico.

Cancun’s stunning coral sand beaches, luxury vacation spots and crystal-blue seas, combined with the natural wonders and impressive Mayan ruins of the Riviera Maya, make this an ideal vacation spot for those in search of sunshine, water sports, history, and fun.

Treat yourself to one of our Cancun Travel Packages or Rivera Maya Travel Packages and find the best values for your Mexico vacation.

Region: Mexico

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Featured Cancun & Riviera Maya Hotel

Barcelo Maya Palace

Barcelo Maya Palace

  • All-Inclusive
  • AAA Four Diamond Hotel
Our 4.5-Star classification designates those properties with well-appointed, deluxe accommodations, extensive amenities and comprehensive guest services. Expect attention to detail and a warm and hospitable staff ready to cater to your needs. These superb properties offer a truly refined getaway. Half star indicates that the hotel/resort meets all criteria of the designated rating and exceeds in certain areas.
Puerto Aventuras

Located on Riviera Maya’s finest beach, the AAA Four-Diamond Barceló Maya Palace is an all-suite, 24-hour, all-inclusive resort offering six restaurants, five bars, three pools, a water park, and more.

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Overview

Riviera Maya runs along the turquoise waters and lush jungles of the Western Caribbean. The world’s second longest coral reef stretches along its coast.

There are many all-inclusive resorts and boutique hotels here, which provide easy access to the region’s myriad recreational experiences on land and sea.  Go scuba-diving and horseback riding; explore the impressive Mayan ruins, such as Tulum, the best-preserved walled city on Mexico’s southeastern coast.

There are also Mayan temples and remains at El Rey (Las Ruinas del Rey) and El Meco on the outskirts of Cancun. You’ll find colorful buildings, pedestrian walkways, and an expansive shopping mall amid Cancun’s charming El Centro downtown area.

The impressive range of hotels, shops, and restaurants in Cancun’s Zona Hotelera along the shore offers ample opportunities to experience the hospitality and cuisine of the region.

What To Do

Swim with wild dolphins, jet ski, zipline, sail and horseback ride along the enchanting Riviera Maya.

Discover the incredible ancient ruins of a 13th century walled Mayan city at Tulum National Park.

Visit Chichén Itzá, the capital of ancient Maya, and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, whose highlights include the grand 75-foot-high pyramid of Kukulcan, the Great Ball Court and Temple of the Warriors.

Explore the amazing Cancun jungle on a two-person speedboat.