Cancun draws the majority of visitors for its tropical white sand beaches and turquoise waters. Water temperatures are never too low for swimmers and lying in the sand makes for an appropriate day of relaxation.
Nearby Chichen Itza is one of the largest pyramid complexes in the Americas. The Mayans were the original inhabitants, and their descendants still work, live and pray below the well-kept structures.
Cozumel is an island just off the coast from Cancun. Snorkeling is a favorite activity, but it is the scuba divers who reap the greatest rewards as gentle drifts fly divers through massive coral formations.
A trip to the Yucatan is affordable even during the high season. Additionally, numerous airlines fly to the area and as they compete, fares are driven down. Spirit Air offers regularly cheap prices.
Cancun is a party town. For those travelers looking to let their hair down after months of the 9-5 routine, Cancun bars and clubs deliver.