Memorable Places in the Riviera Maya

The Riviera Maya conjures visions of the centuries old archaeological sites that Mexico is well known for. Learn more about ancient civilizations of Mexico by visiting the thousand year old cities of the Mayans. Its capital is Chichen Itza, a great intellectual discovery since this is where Mayan astronomers plotted most of their calendars in their observatory and its also where the grand pyramid and Castillo are found. The only walled city of the Mayan is Tulum which is interestingly overlooking the beach. For more adventures, there are still so many interesting sighs in Riviera Maya. Xcaret is an ecological park that has a Mayan theme while Xel-Ha has many caves, coves and lagoons that you can explore and swim in. A Mayan Temple can also be found in Isla Mujeres where you can also indulge in water adventures while Isla Contoy has fine sand beaches and rows of palm trees that you can relax under. The Riviera Maya should definitely be included in your Mexico vacations as its not only relaxing but mentally enriching experience as well.

Mazatlan Vacations

Experience the real Mexico vacation with a trip to Mazatlan located on the Mexican Gold Coast that boasts of long beach stretches lined with palm trees. This place combines history and culture with adventure. The citys second oldest plaza, Plazuela Machado is in Old Mazatlan where the famed twin-towered cathedral is also located. A refreshing start or end of your day is a stroll along the malecon or promenade which is Mexicos most scenic walkway along the oceanfront lined with palm trees that connects the old part of Mazatlan with the vibrant zona dorada or resort area. The villages of Concordia, Copala and Cosala with its beautiful handcrafted furniture and ceramic and clay handicrafts is located on the Sierra Madre Mountains and forms part of the countryside tours. The known islands of Mazatlan, Isla de Chivos or Goat Island, Isla de Pajaros or Bird Island and Isla de Venados or Deer Island has fine sand beaches and should be included in your tour of Mazatlan. There are so much more to see in Mazatlan that thrives with the passion which Mexico is known for.

Excitement of Sports Fishing in Mexico

Mexico is pretty well known around the world as an ideal fishing area for sports and deep sea fishing as there are hundreds of areas where you can indulge in this activity. Whether you are a professional or amateur fisher, there are several places where you can have the most fun or the most challenging fishing expedition. Guaranteed to give you the best fishing the whole year through is Cabo San Lucas with its deep-sea fishing. Blue and striped marlins are the most abundant throughout the year and swordfish during January to June but there are 800 different varieties of fish in this area. Cancun, more popularly known for beautiful beaches and exciting nightlife is also one popular fishing location. Summer is the best time to go fishing in this area but all year round, there is deep-sea, flats, fly and spin tackle fishing. Families can go shallow water bottom fishing for their lunch or dinner meal treat while adventurers can go deep-sea fishing at night. When you plan your Mexico vacation, it would be most preferable to include fishing in your itinerary.

Have Fun in the Waters with the Dolphins of Mexico

Dolphins abound in the warm waters of Mexico and you get the chance to swim with them if you include this activity in your Mexico vacation. Get up close and personal with these sea mammals in a protected environment and discover how intelligent and friendly they can really be. All throughout Mexico are dolphin centers or dolphinariums where these dolphins are well taken care of and are open for the public to interact with. Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Cabo San Lucas and the Riviera Maya region are popular tourist destinations not only for their incredible waters but also for the swimming with the dolphins facilities. There is the Cabo Dolphin Center located in the Cabo San Lucas Marina, which is one of the worlds most exclusive dolphin centers. The Wet n Wild Aquatic Park has Altantida where the dolphins stay in an enclosed beach. The Delphinus is the biggest dolphinarium chain in the Mexican Caribbean and the Riviera Maya region with facilities at Xcaret, Xel-Ha and at the Riviera Maya near Playa del Carmen. At all these dolphinariums, visitors can frolic and play or even kiss the dolphins in the waters while the dolphins swim and perform. Go for this dream come true experience and include this in your itinerary.