Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen (here often named to as just “Playa”) was a small, unknown fishing village that was found by the traveler's going to Cancun and Cozumel and today it is one of the most rapidly developing coastal towns in Mexico.

Playa del Carmen provides you with enjoyment of a usual beach holiday without the features and characteristics of a modern commercialized resort like Cancun.

Playa del Carmen is rather young resort, that’s why it attracts plenty of people of 20-30 years old. They come here searching for a relaxed vacation; to swim, sunbathe, walk along the astonishing stretches of beaches, enjoy the music bands playing in the open air, and relax at a club at night. Playa boasts some superb craft shops that will cater you the chance to get something pretty exclusive to bring home with you.

A distinct advantage of Playa del Carmen is its geographical setting. It is rather proximate to Cozumel, Cancun, and all of the magnificent archaeological spots in the area, so it may become an ideal location if you want to visit all of the main towns and resorts in this district of Mexico.

Playa del Carmen is place to relax, if you want to enjoy the silence, then this site will make the perfect setting for you. Topless bathing is prohibited in Mexico, but nevertheless many visitors practice it at Playa del Carmen without any troubles.

Playa del Carmen is one of Mexico's main destinations for sports fishing, particularly deep sea fishing. Divers and those who want to experience incredible snorkeling visit Playa del Carmen to relish the great waters and excellent diving conditions.

Sports fishing and kayak rental are other chief activities people relish during a visit to Playa del Carmen.
Playa del Carmen is a part of the Riviera Maya. The 125km stretch of shoreline that extends from the southern edge of the resort town of Cancun, through Playa del Carmen and the Mayan Ruins of Tulum, ending at the Sian Ka'an Biosphere, is renowned as the Rivera Maya.