Exploring The Riviera Maya - Our Latest Blog Post

We get many questions about the weather here.  Common questions are “What’s the weather in the Riviera Maya like?”, “when’s the best month to visit?”, “Does the Riviera Maya get hurricanes”? and “What clothes should I bring”? We answer these questions and and a whole lot more about the Mayan Riviera weather. 

What's the best vacation destination in Mexico? According to many sources, including Travel Weekly, USA News, TripAdvisor, and Travelers Choice Awards, to mention only a few, there is only one answer. The best vacation destination in Mexico is clearly the Riviera Maya. It's not even remotely close. And over 25 million visitors a year agree. But what makes it the best destination in Mexico and is regularly cited as the best vacation destination in the world? 

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Xpu Há beach is still the best secret in the Riviera Maya. The coastline along the Riviera Maya runs for nearly 100 km, with many fabulous beaches. And Xpu Há beach is the best of the best. It has a spectacular beach made up of incredibly soft white sand. And the warm crystal-clear Caribbean ocean is to die for. And amazingly, although the Riviera Maya has 25 million visitors a year, Playa Xpu Há is still an un-spoilt oasis.

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The Chichen Itza Mayan Ruins are Mexico's #1 visited archeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage site. And in 2007, it was voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Each year 2.6 M people visit; can they and UNESCO be wrong? Probably not. But if you are going to visit, you need to be prepared to make the most of your visit. Fortunately, we've done all the work for you with our comprehensive guide to Chichen Itza! Find out why the Chichen Itza Mayan Ruins are the most famous site in Mexico and how you can make the most of your visit. And, receive your essential Chichen Itza infographic free to help you along the way. Find out all you need to know about these magnificent Mayan ruins.  

Swimming with whale sharks, the largest fish in the ocean weighing in at 50,000 lbs, is the ultimate adventure. Adventurous scuba divers around the world have this at the top of their bucket list. But swimming with whale sharks is an incredible experience that anyone can have. Find out about these fantastic creatures, and swim with whale sharks in an eco-tourist manner. And read my first-hand experiences of swimming with whale sharks in Mexico.