After Hurricane Wilma in 2005, a massive restoration project made Cancun's Beaches even bigger and better than before. Some of the best beaches for swimmers and sunbathers include Playa Las Perlas, Playa Linda and Playa Langosta.
In the Bahamas, Paradise Beach on Paradise Island, Cabbage Beach and Western Esplanade are favorite places for sun and water fun.
Both destinations offer great hotels from $100 to $600 per night. In Cancun, the Hilton and the Marriott are dependable and luxurious places to stay. Le Blanc Spa and Resort is rated by many as the best in Mexico.
In the Bahamas, Rock House and Powell Pointe Resort and Emerald Palms by the Sea are favorite places for honeymooners and vacationers from all over the world.
The nightclubs in Cancun are filled with people dancing, drinking and watching a variety of shows and video presentations until 6 am in many places. Coco Bongo, Senor Frog's, Carlos and Charlie's, and Dady Rock are some of the most popular. One-price, open bar admissions are common.
In the Bahamas, the Atlantis Resort and Casino and the Crystal Palace Casino are both great places to see live bands and try to win some extra money. Reggae bands are very popular at local clubs.
Both countries offer options for air travel or cruise packages. Cruise lines such as Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Celebrity, Princess and others transport vacationers and honeymooners to Cancun and other Mexican resort towns. Cancun Airport International (CUN) is one of the busiest airports in the region. Millions of people visit Cancun and land at this world-class airport.
There are 62 airports in the Bahamas, though only 33 have paved runways. Nassau International Airport and Freeport International Airport handle larger international flights.
In Cancun, most of the hotel and restaurant staff can speak some English, but knowing a little Spanish can help you, especially if you leave the tourist areas, when it is essential to know some Spanish. A visit to the Mayan ruins is an unforgettable cultural experience.
The official language of the Bahamas is English. The islands have their own rich history and culture, though the cultural richness of Mexico and the Mayan civilization have more cultural appeal for many tourists.
