The Riviera Maya is one of Mexico's most famous seaside tourist spots, and is especially well known as a place where single tourists can mix and mingle, or where couple can come for the romantic tropical getaway of a lifetime. However, many families are just beginning o discover that it makes a great spot for all ages to escape from the hustle and bustle of big cities and crowded resorts; a quiet, beautiful seaside relaxation station ideal for sampling fine dining, hiking through ancient cities, and even indulging in a little adventure tourism for the more active members of the family.
Mexican Cuisine
Almost without exception, the restaurants on the Riviera Maya are top-notch, with a wide selection of both traditional dishes and fast-food favorites from the USA. If you find yourself hankering for a bacon & eggs breakfast at some point during your trip, there are many buffets that will oblige, as well as dozens of vendors selling hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, and traditional carnival fare. So whether you're in search of authentic Mexican or feeling a bit homesick, the restaurants and dining establishments on the Rivera Maya will accommodate you.
Adventure Parks
For those with a bit more of an active bent, the Riviera Maya can fulfill your desire to get out and stretch your legs a bit. Several eco-parks, such as Xplore, offer a range of unusual and exhilarating activities, all available to anyone who pays the price of admission. A 3-mile jungle ride will take through rainforest, across rivers, and even down into isolated caves. Also provided are unlimited rides on the zip-line system which has been installed throughout the park. These lines hang at varying heights, from 'hammock' height for the beginners, to over ten stories for the experienced or simply brave. 11 lines of varying configurations and the ability to ride to your heart's content should satisfy anyone's craving for a little adventure while on vacation!
The underground swim is another popular activity that will quench your adventurous spirit. A flexible time length of up to 40 minutes, as well as the option of a boat for those would prefer to spend the time relaxing and taking in the grand scenery of the caves, is a great way to escape from the world - even for a whole day - before heading back to hit the 24-hour, well-stocked buffet restaurants to stock up on calories for the next day's activities.
Mayan Heritage
Of course, there's more to the area than simply jet-skis and sun tans. The Riviera Maya borders on some truly astounding archaeological ruins. The nearby port of Tulum showcases an ancient walled city built by the Maya; in the end, it was ravished by diseases brought by Spanish soliders, not by firearms, so the city remains one of the best-preserved Maya ports in all Central America. This amazing city boasts high walls, massive pyramids, several temples, and its own biological preserve. Though the natural splendor of the Riviera Maya is apparent to anyone who visits the area, the rich cultural heritage is too often overlooked by travelers looking for a resort-centered getaway; therefore, especially if you come with a family, make it a point to educate yourselves a little about the amazing ancient cultures, whose former backyards you now lounge in.
Mexican Cuisine
Almost without exception, the restaurants on the Riviera Maya are top-notch, with a wide selection of both traditional dishes and fast-food favorites from the USA. If you find yourself hankering for a bacon & eggs breakfast at some point during your trip, there are many buffets that will oblige, as well as dozens of vendors selling hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, and traditional carnival fare. So whether you're in search of authentic Mexican or feeling a bit homesick, the restaurants and dining establishments on the Rivera Maya will accommodate you.
Adventure Parks
For those with a bit more of an active bent, the Riviera Maya can fulfill your desire to get out and stretch your legs a bit. Several eco-parks, such as Xplore, offer a range of unusual and exhilarating activities, all available to anyone who pays the price of admission. A 3-mile jungle ride will take through rainforest, across rivers, and even down into isolated caves. Also provided are unlimited rides on the zip-line system which has been installed throughout the park. These lines hang at varying heights, from 'hammock' height for the beginners, to over ten stories for the experienced or simply brave. 11 lines of varying configurations and the ability to ride to your heart's content should satisfy anyone's craving for a little adventure while on vacation!
The underground swim is another popular activity that will quench your adventurous spirit. A flexible time length of up to 40 minutes, as well as the option of a boat for those would prefer to spend the time relaxing and taking in the grand scenery of the caves, is a great way to escape from the world - even for a whole day - before heading back to hit the 24-hour, well-stocked buffet restaurants to stock up on calories for the next day's activities.
Mayan Heritage
Of course, there's more to the area than simply jet-skis and sun tans. The Riviera Maya borders on some truly astounding archaeological ruins. The nearby port of Tulum showcases an ancient walled city built by the Maya; in the end, it was ravished by diseases brought by Spanish soliders, not by firearms, so the city remains one of the best-preserved Maya ports in all Central America. This amazing city boasts high walls, massive pyramids, several temples, and its own biological preserve. Though the natural splendor of the Riviera Maya is apparent to anyone who visits the area, the rich cultural heritage is too often overlooked by travelers looking for a resort-centered getaway; therefore, especially if you come with a family, make it a point to educate yourselves a little about the amazing ancient cultures, whose former backyards you now lounge in.
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