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tulumyachtrentals · 2 years ago

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Tulum yacht rental for your next adventure

Make your Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya vacation amazing with a Tulum yacht rental or catamaran rental today; make now your reservation!

Playa del Carmen Yacht Rentals at your service

Playa del Carmen Yacht Rentals is the place in which you can rent a luxury yacht for all your family and friends during your vacations. You can get this Tulum yacht rental for a special birthday that you are planning during your visit; have that bachelor or bachelorette party you were dreaming about, or just party with Caribbean style!

Departure from Puerto Aventuras on board a nice luxurious boat, join our Tulum yacht rental team with the majority of the luxury services in design, performance and amusement. Explore and discover the best spots for swimming, snorkeling, diving and fishing.

Enjoy an unforgettable day cruising on our Tulum yacht rental by the Riviera Maya’s shores, Puerto Aventura’s, Cozumel’s, Tulum’s, Puerto Morelos’s and Playa del Carmen’s. Do it with tranquility through shallow and crystalline waters of the Mexican Caribbean.

With Yacht Rentals in Riviera Maya you can choose between a great number of services and vessels for your Playa del Carmen vacation

ALL KIND OF YACHT RENTALS IN TULUM AND PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Playa del Carmen boats rentals also offers sailboats catamarans, bare boats, speedboats, small crafts, fishing vessels and even wakeboard and ski options; however, these last options only in Cancun for the moment, where we also have many options for rent, much more than here, near Playa del Carmen.

So if we don’t have the boat you are looking for in Riviera Maya, we for sure have it in Cancun, 50 minutes away from Playa del Carmen with our Tulum yacht rental crew. When you make your reservation ask about the availability of each vessel.

BAREBOAT CHARTERS NEAR PLAYA DEL CARMEN

In Playa del Carmen yacht rentals we have yachts that are as big as sea houses, like homes in the ocean. These bare yachts have 2 or 4 bedrooms and can host up to 8 people to go around Riviera Maya, Tulum and Cozumel, or even Isla Mujeres, Holbox, Puerto Morelos and Contoy, so you can have a nice long time boat rental visiting many destinations in several nights.

The yachts innovate with the pass of the years it's designs and performance. Also innovates on its furniture with exclusive materials. We have from the oldest and cheapest yachts to the most luxurious yachts in Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya.

Most of our Tulum yacht rental and Playa del Carmen have televisions, luxury cabins, spectacular sound systems, nice kitchens and extra gadgets, ask for the one that best suits your needs and expectations.

COZUMEL YACHT RENTALS AND SNORKEL TOUR

Vacation on a yacht rental in Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Riviera Maya; trips to Holbox island, snorkeling tours of adventure in Cozumel, diving boats and yachts, fishing charter tours from Puerto Aventuras, private events on the Mexican Caribbean Sea, bachelor or bachelorette parties, groups and conventions activities on catamarans and more.

Here in Yacht Rentals in Tulum and Playa del Carmen you’ll find the best options at the best price, as we own yachts. We know what is best for your family and friends; especially when it comes to service.

Playa del Carmen Luxury Yacht Rentals also offers night rentals in Puerto Aventuras. Stay the overnight on board in the ocean and have a night diving trip. Visit Tulum departing from Riviera Maya and stay the night there, near Tulum ruins.

In Cancun we have Glow Party beside the Tulum yacht rental and the Riviera Maya, in which we set neon lights across a Uniesse 48 yacht, we’ll give you body painting and glow stuff like glasses, cups, caps, straws, wristbands, necklace and rings for you to have the best party you’ve ever had, perfect to surprise a birthday friend or a bachelorette girl.

PLAYA DEL CARMEN CATAMARAN CHARTERS

At Yacht Rental in Tulum and Playa del Carmen you can also rent catamarans. We’ve got small catamarans for groups of 15 people and big ones for up to 100. There are luxurious catamarans for up to 30 people, departing from Puerto Aventuras and we can take by our ground transportation. We can provide round transportation with an extra cost depending where are you staying.

Some catamarans include transportation, like the ones in Puerto Morelos. Catamaran rentals include juice, sodas, water, crew and snorkel equipment. Also include beers, open bar, snorkeling gear, crew, fuel and food.

Playa del Carmen yacht rentals organizes events for big groups like weddings, so you can get married aboard a big ship in the Riviera Maya’s sea. The wedding in the sea normally starts in Puerto Aventuras.

After that we can go either to Punta Maroma’s direction or to Tulum. Akumal is a nice place to visit, but boats are not allowing to get into the bay, so if you want to go there, we can dive on its out shore reefs which are the best in the Riviera. Cozumel has the best reef in the world so it would also be good idea.

PLAYA DEL CARMEN LUXURY YACHT WEDDING

A yacht wedding in Playa del Carmen or in Tulum can be well organized if you reserved it and paid for it on time. Priest, preparations, designs, food, drinks and flowers are the main points to check. Tulum yacht rental and Riviera Maya for a wedding are getting more popular every year and we can arrange it.

The most popular Tulum yacht rental and Playa del Carmen we use for that is the Azimut 85 ft as it can fit 30 people. This luxurious boat in Cancun includes chef and waiters for your comfort. If more people, a big boat from Puerto Aventuras can fit up to 70 people.

PLAYA DEL CARMEN MEGA YACHT RENTALS

Talking about the biggest yacht in Riviera Maya, Tulum and Cancun, and the whole state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, we’ve got an Azimut 100 ft., but it is very expensive to bring it to Puerto Aventuras.

For this Tulum yacht rental is easier if we pick you up by ground transportation and take you to Cancun to visit Isla Mujeres. The longest boat in Playa del Carmen would be an 80 footer but it’s not new.

The newest is an Azimut 58. This yacht is also the most luxurious one. It includes open bar, nice food with chef on board and have a waverunner which can be hired so you’ll get the most amazing adventure during your visit to Playa del Carmen and Tulum.

More mega yachts rental can be arranged, departing from Cancun, where we have more options, like an Azimut 68S, Sunseeker 64 fly (this one includes jetski), Azimut 100, etc. ¡Welcome to Navyflex world! “Upgrading life style”.

YACHT RENTALS IN TULUM AND PLAYA DEL CARMEN ON A BUDGET

If your budget is not that big, small yachts rental Tulum and Playa del Carmen can be a great option for you. We have a small boat like a Fourwinns 37 footer for $900 USD 4 hours. Also a 28 footer for $1100 USD for 6 hours.

In Cancun we have small vessels for $425 USD for 5-hour and also wakeboard speed boats from 150 to 250 USD per hour, minimum 1 hour. Soon we will have them in Playa del Carmen beach near Playa Mamitas, and around Tulum and the whole Riviera Maya.

In Mamitas Beach there is wave runners that can be hire to get on board a yacht on its shores. Master Harbor doesn’t allow us to get people on board a yacht from Playa Mamitas beach without the help of a waverunner or jet ski, for safety reasons.

Cheap yacht rentals Playa del Carmen and Tulum can also provide smaller boats if requested. Also cheaper fishing charters in Playa del Carmen can be set for you. Please ask our agents about all the options you have if you are on a budget.

WEEKLY BOAT RENTALS IN RIVIERA MAYA

Playa del Carmen Boat Rentals also offers:

Weekly sailboat rentals.

Vacations on board a yacht in Riviera Maya and Cozumel.

Private sailing trips around Tulum area.

Overnight staying on boat in Holbox island.

Bare boat in Playa del Carmen.

Also floating houses (a yacht holiday trip), so you can sleep over night a boat like a yacht apartment.

Traveling to an island during the day or spending the night on a yacht.

Sailing yacht rentals in Playa del Carmen and Tulum can be a lot of fun if you have done this before, but be aware if you get seasick, as this are long journeys from one port to the other. From Cozumel to Cancun is 14 hours on a sail boat. Long distance yacht trips are less hours to go, more expensive but also more comfortable.

To go to Holbox on a yacht it is better to depart from Cancun, as on yacht from Cancun is a 3 hours ride, while on sail boat can be much more. It’s recommended to stay in Holbox for the night and taste it’s out of this world gastronomy. Food in Holbox is every time getting richer and tastier. Stay more night if able. If it’s whale shark season, going to Holbox is a must.

By the way, we’ve also got Playa del Carmen whale shark yacht tours. You can take a yacht in Playa del Carmen and go to Holbox or Contoy island but it would take several hours. It takes 7 hours to get there and can be bad for you if you are not a long-trips person.

YACHT RENTALS TULUM

Yacht Rentals Tulum have for you round ground transportation from Tulum to Puerto Aventuras, where the boats are located. In time we’ll take about 20 minutes approx., fast, in a Toyota van. It fits 14 people (If more people, two vans or a splinter).

We have many Tulum yacht rental you can have in Puerto Aventuras to visit Riviera Maya’s coast line. It’s got very beautiful shores, turquoise waters and nice reefs. Have lunch aboard Sea Ray 42 ft., Azimut 58 ft., a private 36 ft. catamaran or a small yacht 37 ft. Find more information in our Yacht Charters in Tulum section.

CATAMARAN YACHT RENTALS, SNORKEL TOUR PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Catamaran Rentals in Playa del Carmen offers many catamarans sizes, for example catamaran for groups of 15 people to 30 people to conventions and bigger groups, wedding gathering, conferences, assemblies or even congress groups from up to 70 people. In Cancun we’ve got groups boats for up to 300 people, as huge as 3 levels with a slide on it.

Playa del Carmen Catamaran Rentals includes open bar with extra cost. Normally includes sodas, water, juice and snorkel equipment, and also food can be included with extra cost. Make your own private catamaran charters in Playa del Carmen with a minimum number of people.

Also in Tulum yacht rental and the rest of the Riviera Maya offers the best service in this kind on water activities, as we’ll do our best to fill your needs. Transportation can be added to the price from Playa del Carmen to Puerto Aventuras.

LUXURY SCUBA DIVING ON YACHT IN PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Explore the magnificent Caribbean submarine life on board a luxury yacht rental in Tulum. We will take you with the best service possible, qualify scuba diving instructors and the best spots. Diving in the Caribbean is a must, because of the wonderful marine life, colorful reefs and the great biodiversity.

Rent your luxury yacht in Playa del Carmen or Tulum for scuba diving and go on a day charter. Some of the famous scuba diving locations in Playa del Carmen are:

Cerebros (Max. Depth: 50 Ft.), a reef in the North of Playa del Carmen that is famous for natural arches where you can swim through.

Los Arcos (Max. Depth: 100 Ft.) are 2 arches, where there is an area with hard corals, sponges and fan corals; home of turtles, stingrays, morays and more.

Pared Verde (Max. Depth: 100 Ft.). This is an amazing coral formation, with a particular marine life from lobsters to sharks.

Tortugas (Max. Depth. 100 Ft.), this is a popular diving spot because you are able to swim side by side with sea turtles.

LUXURY YACHT RENTALS IN HOLBOX, PRIVATE CHARTER

Prices for a luxurious yacht rental go from $1,500 USD on a sail boat per night to $25,000 USD per night on the biggest yacht in the zone. To Holbox departing from Cancun:

The Uniesse yacht takes 3-4 hours to get there.

Cost for 2 days one night: $2,500 USD.

You can sleep on the yacht or in a hotel. The yacht would park in the main dock of the island.

Make your weekly reservation for yacht rental from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel or Tulum in the contact form. Reserve from one-night yacht rental to 7 nights or longer.

BACHELORETTE PARTY YACHT RENTAL PLAYA DEL CARMEN

Plan the best Bachelorette or Bachelor party in Playa del Carmen, and get a luxury yacht rental in Tulum or Playa del Carmen. We also have catamaran, or a sailboat for you to have an amazing party on board.

Making your Bachelorette party on board a yacht rental in Playa del Carmen is the best option. Is your own private party over the Caribbean, your best friends, the captain and crew will make sure you have the best time ever and the landscapes are gorgeous.

If you are planning a bachelor party, we can help you with amazing drinks such a Margaritas, Pina Coladas and more in an open bar. About the food and snacks, we have catering service available so ask all the menu options for your party.

Also ask about our Bachelor T-Shirt Design and special packages in Playa del Carmen; We have private transportation round trip from your resort to the yacht rental so you don’t have to worry about anything.

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PRIVATE GROUND TRANSPORTATION TO YOUR LUXURY YACHT.

PLAYA DEL CARMEN YACHT RENTALS, OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES:

Bareboat Charters near Playa del Carmen

Cozumel Yacht rental and snorkel tour

Playa del Carmen charters

Playa del Carmen luxury yacht wedding

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Economic yacht rental in Playa del Carmen

Weekly boat rental in Riviera Maya

Tulum yacht rentals

Catamaran yacht rentals, snorkel tour Playa del Carmen

Luxury scuba diving on yacht in Playa del Carmen

Luxury yacht rental in Holbox, private charter

Bachelorette party yacht rental in Playa del Carmen

Arrange now your Tulum yacht rental and Playa del Carmen for your next vacation on the Riviera Maya; we’ll give you everything for an unforgettable time on board.

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yachtsrivieramayas · 6 years ago

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Luxury Yacht Charter For Boat Trips & Tours

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coolcancunyachts · 4 years ago

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Make a Splash with the Family within the Friendly Waters of Cancun

Though Cancun is best known for its sparkling resorts and pristine beaches, this stretch of the Maya Riviera is additionally one of the world's best destinations for family-friendly recreation. As conditions vary from open Caribbean waters to calm lagoons within close reach of the Hotel Zone, nearly every aquatics imaginable is obtainable somewhere in Cancun. Families can dive and snorkel within the Laguna Inchoate, a relaxed body of water connecting the mainland and therefore the Hotel Zone. Experienced divers can explore coral reefs and shipwrecks within the Caribbean or plunge into the world's longest underground river. contribute sailing, fishing, jet skiing, windsurfing, and kayaking and you'll see why Cancun is one of the Caribbean's best destinations for water sports.

Considering that Cancun may be a favourite destination for families, it seems almost too good to be true that the town is additionally one of the world's premier locations for beginning scuba divers. In fact, the waters surrounding Cancun rest atop the good Mesoamerican Reef - the most important reef system within the occident. Offshore from the tiny village of Puerto Morelos south of Cancun, the reef is often viewed at depths below 9 feet. Supporting a fantastic sort of submarine life, the reef is often enjoyed by families because of such shallow depths and great visibility.

In addition to the sprawling reef system, there are several more underwater oddities for families to explore. Like many other places within the Caribbean, Cancun has its share of sunken vessels. At each site, you'll find plenty to explore - from the corals that sprout from the ships' hulls to the families of fish that decision these boats home. As Cancun is additionally home to the world's largest underground river, the inland caves and sinkholes also are popular destinations for more adventurous divers. Lastly, whether you propose to scuba dive or not, all visitors to Cancun should visit the pristine coral reefs and exotic surroundings of El Garrison park.

Like skin diving, snorkelling may be a good way to ascertain the underwater sights of Cancun. However, snorkelling doesn't require the maximum amount of equipment or training as skin diving. If some time in Cancun is restricted, your family might want to think about snorkelling because it is straightforward for all ages and skill levels to urge involved. Snorkelling tours visit many of the sites fashionable scuba divers because the reefs are shallow enough to be viewed from the surface.

If you would like to dive or snorkel while in Cancun, you will not have any trouble finding equipment or dive operators. Rental equipment is out there at most resorts, while several dive tours operate daily and visit all the foremost popular sites. If you've got never experienced skin diving, it's also possible to receive training and certification while in Cancun. Affordable courses are available for all ages and range from brief classes to acquaint divers with the sport's basics to full certification seminars which will last several days.

As the Caribbean is usually calm off the coast of Cancun, jet skiing and kayaking have also become popular activities. Jet skis and other water toys are often rented from a variety of outlets at Cancun's marina or directly through your resort. Kayaking is often enjoyed by simply paddling within the calm Caribbean water or by combining the game with snorkeling for an entire Cancun experience. Where the waves begin to select up along the northern end of Bahia de Majeures, windsurfing is that the sport of choice.

For those in search of a more relaxing thanks to enjoying the Caribbean, charter boats are available for deep-sea fishing or simple cruises. game fishing is fashionable for locals also as tourists, supported by annual fishing tournaments throughout the region. within the spring and summer months, fishers can reel in marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi, and Spanish mackerel. very similar to the opposite aquatics activities mentioned here, it's easy to seek out boat rentals in Cancun, and lots of are available with full staffs. For the last word in relaxation, take a ride with one among Cancun's sailing catamarans - you will not need to do anything but enjoy the sun and sea.

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rahulvermathings · 4 years ago

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PLACES TO VISIT IN MEXICO

hlo everyone today i will be telling you about the most famous and the best places to visit in mexico. there are lot of things to explore and i will be telling you all the things so let’s start

Mexico or in official term the United Mexican States is a country with various dream destinations on the bucket list of travelers. Located in the south of North America, Mexico never fails to amaze its visitors with alluring and magnificent beauty. The country also shares its borders with the USA, the Pacific Ocean, Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea, which makes it one of the most visited countries in the world. In Mexico, you can indulge in many water sports, witness some natural phenomenon, explore the history of Mayan Civilisation and the spread of Spanish people, take history tours of the archeological sites or just spend your day relaxing at the spas or beaches or doing shopping.

1.Cancún

This Mexican city Cancun is a great place to visit in Mexico. It is divided into 2 major areas i.e., the downtown area El Centro and ZonaHotelera, a beachfront line of nightclubs, high-rise hotels, shops, discos, various restaurants, entertainment centers, marine entertainment bars, cafes. Traveler can also enjoy the tranquil white beaches, renowned archaeological zones and nature reserves. Some of the places to be visited on a trip to Cancun city of Mexico are Koba, SakAktun, and the ruins of El Ray. Travelers can enjoy many tours ranging from air, helicopter, and balloon tours to underwater tours.

2.Cozumel

Sharing its boundary with the world’s 2nd largest coral reef which is about 700km, this island of Cozumel is a stunning place to visit in Mexico. It is an island in the Caribbean in Mexico. The island has many astounding places and activities that will keep the tourists on its toes. Enjoying the beach is a simple relaxing activity you can indulge in or you can go for the most exciting and thrilling adventure of this island i.e. Diving. Various other fun activities that Cozumel provides to its visitors are submarine ride, catamaran ride, and a ride in a boat of the glass bottom. You can enjoy the marine life and coral reef.

3.Playa del Carmen

The gorgeous city of Playa del Carmen is a famous tourist place located in Quintana Roo, Mexico. It is famous because of its prime location in the heart of the tourist zone of the Riviera Maya. It is also the 3rd largest city in Mexico. You can indulge yourself in many tours provided by the city from air and balloon tours to cruise everything is available here. The places of attraction to see here and are located nearby: Cozumel (an island), Shkaret (an ecological theme park), Tulum and Sian-Kaan, SakAktun, and Iksplor.

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coolcancun · 4 years ago

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A Tourist Guide for Cancun, Mexico

Imagine yourself being transported to a wondrous land brimming with lush green valleys, spectacular sandy beaches, awe-inspiring historical edifices, enticing islands and a sprightly nightlife all rolled into one. If you think that this will only happen in dreams, Cancun, Mexico will overwhelm and enthrall you with its melange of breathtaking sites and exhilarating activities.

From a little fisherman's niche to being applauded and recognized by the UNWTO World Tourism Organization, Cancun has developed in leaps and bounds to become what it's today a top-notch tourist spot and Mexico's most bewitching hot spot.

Adventure buffs and water-sport aficionados can get the joys of their life and satisfy their thirst for yachting, snorkeling, and skin diving within the midst of the gorgeous Caribbean and its amazing coral reefs.

Discover the Caribbean's treasure troves, teeming with a kaleidoscopic arena of fish and marine animals within the mesmerizing underwater cache of the good Meso american Reef, with Cancun's wonderful snorkeling and skin diving activities. Aqua world may be a perfect place for water-sports enthusiasts. Whether you're a newbie or a connoisseur of this genre, Aqua world has been providing tourists with a number of the foremost memorable experiences ever.

Thinking about honey-mooning in Cancun Yacht Charters? The exotic white sand-kissed beaches and captivating cruises along the ocean offer just the right ambience. Woo your lady-love or extol those glorious years of wedded life by visiting the picturesque Mexican Islands of Isla Mujeres, Holbox and Isla Contoy. Rekindle the amour by snuggling in each other's arms while watching the dolphins at play at Holbox and Isla Mujeres. Do some bird-watching at the gorgeous Isla Contoy Islands. The luscious dense jungle of the Isla Mujeres, the melodious music of the tropics, and therefore the exhilarating Caribbean shows are true paragons of Mexican abundance to behold.

Savor the Mexican bonhomie at Cancun's Centro, bubbling with the energy of its inhabitants and oozing with the charisma of the local shops and gourmet joints. you'll buy anything that your heart desires at prices that are unimaginably low while you fill-up on local authentic Mexican dishes.

On your trip to the present charming Mexican city, if you get weary of the blue waters and sandy beaches and need to probe something else, drop by at the Museo de Arte Popular. It is a fascinating world of exhibits and artifacts, reflecting the very essence of Mexico's vibrant tradition. From masks and toys to paintings of Mary of Guadalupe, the museum is an impressive cornucopia of fine artistic contributions by a number of the best masters during this field.

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alltrips · 2 years ago

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Tulum coba tours by Alltrips

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aaroddsorlie-blog · 5 years ago

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In 1871 Holland America Lines began its history

As the Nederlandsche - Amerikaansche Stoomvaart Maatwsschappij. Headquartered in Rotterdam Holland, and providing service to the Americas, it became known as Holland America Line.

In 1895 the company offered its first vacation cruise from New York and in 1910 its leisure cruise from Cancun Boat Rental New York to the Holy Land. In the 1970's Holland America Line suspended its transatlantic service and sold its cargo shipping division. Vacations became her full time focus. In 1989 Holland America Line became a wholly owned subdivision of Carnival Corporation, the largest cruise company in the world.

Embarkation was smooth and easy. Drop off the bags in bins outside, walk inside, show ID and boarding pass, fill out the health questionnaire, get in a short check in line, show them the credit card you are using, smile for the camera, snap of another picture and you are on board. Probably 20 minutes from arrival to the first mojito on the lido deck. I've never had a better embarkation.

The last time we were on the Oosterdam was in 2003 when she was brand spanking new and I think someone has taken loving care of this beautiful boat. She is just as lovely today as she was back then. Our balcony stateroom was really nice and has more than enough room for us to move around, store all the clothing etc and relax with a glass of wine as the ocean rolled by.

OK here we run into the only problem of the entire cruise to date. We were confirmed with late seating and a table for 8. We arrived to a 4 top with one elderly gentleman who was also sailing on his first cruise, with Air America, and had been assured of a large table of like minded individuals.

It was ok, but not the most comfortable evening. A quick trip to the Maitre D the next day fixed us up with a table for 6 with two other couples that were similarly disenchanted the evening before. We had great table mates for the rest of the cruise.

The shore excursions we picked have to rank right up there with some of the best shore excursions we have experienced anywhere in the world. From Cabo San Lucas we went to Todos Santos for lunch at the Hotel California. This is a very interesting drive through the desert of Baja California from the bay at Cabo on the Sea of Cortez to the Pacific Ocean, where the driver stopped at an unscheduled spot because there were lots of whales to see.

The town itself is charming and some of the art work, most notable Rueben Gutierrez is spectacular. By the way the Gutierrez pottery is very reasonably priced. Then it was lunch at the Hotel California which had wonderful food.

In Mazatlan, we signed up for the Shrimp Fest. We went to a lovely private residence, up on a hill overlooking the entire city, with gorgeous gardens and lovely terraces set up for the crowd. They served Margaritas and beer and sodas all day and a buffet of all the shrimp you could eat, in three different styles along with rice and beans and guacamole and salsa and chips and of course tortillas.

A small artisans gallery was on the grounds and my wife bought the most amazing citrine and freshwater pearl necklace and then met the designer of the necklace who offered to make her clip on earrings to go with it and email her when she had designed them.

In Puerto Vallarta, we did "Rhythms of the Night" and you don't want to miss that excursion! It starts with a one hour catamaran ride to a private beach all lit up with tiki torches and absolutely gorgeous. The catamaran crew put on a show which was pretty good.

Dinner was truly memorable as each party had a table for the number of people they designated. It was a buffet, but there were so many buffet tables set up that there were no lines. Waiters brought you drinks and whatever else you wanted, and then there is a show in an amphitheater. I will admit I was not looking forward to the show because some of the cultural shows are boring, but this one was spectacular. Then we took the catamaran back to the ship with all of the stars, the lights of Puerto Vallarta and finally the gorgeous Oosterdam lit up for the evening. It was great!

The disembarkation was as smooth as the embarkation. Remember way back when I said the rooms weren't ready until 1:30? When you disembark, you may stay in your stateroom until they call your luggage tag color. This is great! Then you go to Deck 2, a short line, show your passport, and give the customs declaration to an official. Then quickly pick up your luggage and in our case take the first taxi in line and it is off to the airport. Couldn't have been smoother!

We both work for ourselves and build a cruise web site while traveling. The internet is a crucial part of cruising for us and on the Oosterdam, we had wireless access in our stateroom. You can buy packages from $100 for 250 minutes (40 cents a minute) on up. You can also add more minutes as you need them and if you are on a package and you run out of minutes while logged in, they are charged at whatever rate your package calls for.

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cancunyacht1 · 2 years ago

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Best Things to Do in Cancun, Mexico!

Cancun, Mexico

Cancun is the official party capital of Mexico with great beachfront access to the Caribbean Sea. But there are so many more things to do in Cancun besides the beaches!

Known as the gateway to the 40% of American travelers are picking Mexico for their vacation.

I’ll be the first to tell you that Cancun is not my favorite place in Mexico.

It’s like a Mexican Las Vegas — crowded and full of obnoxious first-time tourists afraid of drinking the water or leaving their all-inclusive resorts…

There’s also the thousands of students who visit Cancun Highlights Map

How To Use This Map

Above you’ll find a map of highlights in Cancun, Mexico. Click on the top left of the map to find separate layers marking the route and points of interest. You can hide and show different layers, or click icons on the map to see the names of places I mention in this travel guide. “Star” the map to save it to your own Google Maps, or open the map in a new window for a larger version. Enjoy!

Best Things To Do In Cancun Guide

1: Explore Cancun’s Hotel Zone

The Hotel Zone at Night

Cancun is divided into two areas. Downtown, also known as Ciudad Cancun — and Cancun Island, also known as The Hotel Zone or “Zona Hotelera”.

The Hotel Zone is the primary tourist area, synonymous with resorts, catamarans, wild nightlife and beaches. It’s a 15-mile strip of sand shaped like the number seven. This is where most people stay.

As the name implies, there are tons of hotels as well as most of the nightlife and beaches. Restaurants and bars line the only road, Kulkukan Boulevard, which runs from one side of the Hotel Zone to the other.

2: Visit Downtown Cancun

If you get sick of the tourist Disneyland that is the Hotel Zone, Downtown Cancun provides a taste of local culture, with delicious street food, small shops, green parks, and Mexican Wrestling!

Downtown Cancun (aka Ciudad Cancun) is the main residential area for locals too. This is where all the people who work in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula tourist industry actually live.

Wander down to Avenida Tulum to see and experience the “real” Cancun. If you’re a foodie, make sure to stuff your face full of tacos from the vendors there. There’s a nice park too, called Parque Las Palapas.

3: Snorkeling Near Cancun

The MUSA Underwater Museum

Snorkeling turquoise blue Carribean waters is an ocean activity you can’t miss while visiting Cancun. One amazing underwater attraction is the Underwater Museum — or MUSA.

500 sculptures were created from materials which encourage coral reef development. Huge hands, statues of locals and VW Beetles, the exhibits are surrounded by ocean wildlife giving you a really unique experience.

MUSA continues to expand, as more sculptures are added, while the old ones are being eaten away by marine creatures. You can book a snorkeling tour directly starting at $30 USD.

4: Swimming In Cenotes

Check Out the Cenote Route near Cancun

Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is famous for its amazing cenotes, natural pools formed in limestone caves. The entire Riviera Maya is covered with thousands of cenotes, many of them you can swim in.

Cenotes are created when the limestone surface collapses, creating an opening into the Yucatan’s large underground river system. Most people visit them to go swimming, scuba diving or snorkeling.

Some of the best cenotes near Cancun are located along the Ruta De Cenotes (Cenote Route) near the city of Puerto Morelos, about a 30-minute drive away.

Here you’ll find Cenote La Noria, Verde Lucero, Cenote Mojarras, and Cenote Selvatica among many others. My favorite was Verde Lucero, which has its own zipline!

5: Temazcal Ceremony

Get Your Sweat On!

A Tezmacal ritual is a traditional Mayan ceremony of purification which takes place in a tiny hut. You strip down to your underwear (or swimsuit), then enter the sweat lodge which is heated with hot rocks & water, turning it into a steamy sauna.

The ceremony is led by a local shaman, who conducts the ritual and takes care of participants. The tezmacal ceremony takes place in complete darkness, as the shaman pours water over the hot rocks, chanting and using different herbs to summon spirits.

Temazcal was performed since ancient times, is seen as a purification ceremony that cleans the body, mind, and soul. As your body is sweating in the tiny hut, you enter a deep state of meditation, enhanced by the shamanic chanting.

6: Cancun’s Best Beaches

My Favorite Beach in Cancun: Playa Delfines

The 13 miles of Cancun’s coast is lined with Instagram-worthy beaches featuring soft, white sand, teal-blue waters and a cool breeze.

The Hotel Zone has many beaches where you can relax and sip your margarita, but some of them really stand out, thanks to their beauty and atmosphere.

Playa Delfines is one of the largest beaches in Cancun. It is also known for the iconic Cancun sign and for being void of hotels or resorts, which makes it a local’s favorite. The currents are quite strong, so swimming is not advised.

Playa Tortugas is best for families with kids, because it has small waves that allow swimming. The only drawback is the fact it can get crowded. You can enjoy a drink or seafood at the oceanfront restaurant.

Chac Mool Beach is the perfect place to dive into the Caribbean waters. There are plenty of operators who rent water sports equipment, which makes this beautiful beach heaven for all water sports lovers.

Playa Forum is the perfect mix between a vibrant atmosphere and a tropical retreat. It is located behind the most popular nightclub of Cancun, the Coco Bongo, this beach is filled with restaurants and bars.

7: Zip Lining In The Jungle

Zip lining is one of the hallmark adventures to do in Cancun, so you can’t miss it, even if you think you’re afraid of heights. In fact, it’s even better if you are!

There are a couple of different theme parks near Cancun with zip lines. The closest theme park where you can enjoy zip lining is Selvatica. They offer multiple packages with 10 different zip lines.

Xplor Adventure Park also has two zip line circuits, each with 7 different routes, with the highest point at 45 m (147 ft). All these adventure parks usually have other activities too, like ATVs and cenotes.

8: Chichen Itza Maya Ruins

Visit the Beautiful Chichen Itza Ruins

The Cancun Scenic Tower (aka Torre Escenica) offers amazing views of the Caribbean coast, and Cancun itself. It’s open every day from 9am – 9pm.

Hear about the history of Cancun as the tower slowly spins 360° for a spectacular birds-eye view of the entire Hotel Zone from the 100 m (300 ft) tall tower.

The ride up takes about 5 minutes, and you can spend another 15 minutes taking photos as the deck spins around giving you views in all directions.

10: Shopping At Mercado 28

Downtown Cancun’s Mercado 28

Mercado 28 (Market 28) is a huge shopping center in downtown Cancun. This isn’t your typical mall, instead, this giant flea-market boasts 600 vendors who sell pretty much everything.

From textiles to maracas and leather items, you can find some cool Mexican souvenirs at Mercado 28. Many items are handcrafted and unique, so they make great travel gifts.

Feel free to test your bargaining skills here. Resist the seller’s first price and you can walk away with a great deal. Stop by one of the local restaurants for food at a fraction of Hotel Zone prices too!

Mercado 28 is easy to reach by bus from the Hotel Zone, but make sure you look for the Super Aki store, as there are several other markets with a similar name which can fool tourists.

11: Best Cancun Nightlife & Nightclubs

Acrobats at Coco Bongo Nightclub

Ok, I can’t talk about Cancun without mentioning the nightlife. The city is known for its crazy nightlife, especially during Spring Break, when students travel to Mexico for a little fun.

After a day at the beach, when sun goes down you can unleash your energy and dance the night away. The best nightclubs in Cancun usually have long waiting lines, but it’s worth the wait.

Coco Bongo is the most popular club in Cancun. They have acrobats, cover bands and DJs who spice up the night. It’s kind of a mix between nightclub and Vegas show!

The City Nightclub features celebrity DJs like Tiesto, Fergie and Paul Van Dyk who perform on a regular basis. With three floors and nine bars, the club can hold up to 5000 people each night.

Mandala Beach Club is the place to go for a bikini party. This outdoor house music club opens daily at 9:30 PM, offering great music and delicious tropical cocktails.

Dady O is the place to go if you are looking for techno and house music, professional dancers, light shows and body painting. The club has five bars and two floors where you can party until sunrise.

12: Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP)

Stand up paddle boarding is the latest trend in Cancun, but it is also a pretty easy and friendly sport that everyone can enjoy. You can rent your own paddleboard from the beach, or join a group trip to explore a certain area.

If you are up for a challenge, join a long paddleboard tour that travels from Cancun all the way to Isla Mujeres! Other options are to paddle Nichupte Lagoon mangrove jungle or go on a sunrise wildlife tour.

13: Xoximilco

Looking to enjoy a traditional Mexico fiesta? Give Xoximilco a try! This is a Mexican party held on boats which travel on the canals near Cancun.

It’s a theme park designed after the original Xochimilco in Mexico City, where families and friends rent out boats called trajinera and float down the water listening to live musicians.

There is music, tequila, and delicious food, which makes Xoximilco a great way to taste local culture. During Xoximilco there is live music and people dance a lot. There are also many social games which keep the party going.

The music and food come from different Mexico areas, which makes the party a colorful display of local culture.

14: Sunset Sailing Trip

Sunset Sailing Cruise in Cancun, Mexico

Mexico’s Riviera Maya and Isla Mujeres offer some of the most beautiful sunsets in the Caribbean and the best way to enjoy them is on a romantic sunset sailing trip off the coast.

Board a sailing catamaran and watch the colorful sunset as the breeze plays with your hair. Most sunset sailing trips out of Cancun also offer an open bar and snacks, so you can sit back and relax.

These journeys generally last about 2 hours, and companies offer a bad-weather refund if it gets too stormy or rough.

15: Scuba Diving Adventures

Scuba Diving Dos Ojos Cenote

Cancun is a haven for water sports enthusiasts and it’s the perfect place to learn scuba diving. There are many underwater attractions in the area.

Cancun is located close to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second largest reef in the world. Home to dolphins, many kinds of tropical fish, eels, lobsters, nurse sharks, and majestic eagle rays.

Isla Mujeres, the underwater MUSA museum, and

Take the Ferry to Isla Mujeres

Isla Mujeres, which translates to “The Island of Women”, gets its name from the temple of Ixchel, the Maya goddess of fertility. This small island is only 20 minutes from Cancun by ferry from Hotel Zone.

Isla Mujeres offers stunning views thanks to its rocky coast and gorgeous bays. It is also the first spot where you can see the sunrise in Mexico. This sleepy fishing village offers a well-deserved pause from the crazy nightlife of Cancun.

Watch sea turtles hatching at the local turtle farm and conservation center. You can drive around the island in a rented golf-cart, visit Ixchel temple, check out Garrafon Reef Park, go kayaking, snorkeling, or visit the 19th-century ruins of Hacienda Mundaca.

17: Visit Las Coloradas

Alien Pink Lakes at Las Coloradas

The Famous Cancun Sign!

One of the most touristy things you can do in Cancun is to get a picture with the colorful Cancun sign. Located on Playa Delfines, which is easily accessible by bus, the sign is one of the local landmarks.

Once on Delfines, you can enjoy the local white sand beach, which remains one of the least developed beaches in the area.

Just pay attention to the tides and warnings, as Delfines is known for strong currents, so you might want to skip swimming and stick with sunbathing. The view is spectacular and it’s my favorite beach in Cancun.

19: Drinking At Señor Frogs

Señor Frogs is the stereotypical place to go drinking in Cancun. Here you will find a lively atmosphere, where everyone is singing and dancing, plus you can eat there too.

There’s sawdust on the floor and the walls are covered with funny signs. They serve drinks in massive “yard” glasses, and a Conga line could break out at any moment.

You can also bring kids if they are above 8 years old – but it’s not appropriate for smaller children, as there is a lot of noise and people who party hard.

20: ATVing At Xplore Park

One of the popular things to do in Cancun is riding All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) through a dirt road jungle route. There are many companies which offer ATV tours of the jungle, one of them being Xplor Park.

The ATV ride is included in the all-inclusive park entry fee of $120. You can spend a whole day there going cave swimming, rafting and zip lining, plus there is a lunch buffet and unlimited drinks.

Xplore is just one of Mexico’s many popular “adventure theme parks” located South of Cancun. Some of the others include Xcaret, Xel Ha, and

Swimming with Whale Sharks near Cancun

The Whale Shark is on the endangered species list, so having the opportunity to swim with these magnificent creatures is going to leave a strong impression.

The Yucatan peninsula is one of the places where

Watch some Crazy Mexican Wrestling!

Lucha Libre is a unique Mexican cultural experience in Cancun. There are two fighters, the good and the bad, who use a mix of wrestling, acrobatics and theatrical maneuvers in an attempt to win.

Fighters wear masks and are sometimes accompanied by little-people and drag-queens. Each fight lasts about three rounds and usually ends with someone thrown outside the ring.

Lucha Libre events are held downtown at Arena Cancun every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday night. A front row seat costs about $12 USD with beer and snacks available for sale. It’s quite a show!

23: Visit The Sea Turtles

Meet Baby Sea Turtles in Mexico

Beaches near Cancun are some of the best places in the world to find sea turtles. Between May and October you can see the turtles lay their eggs on the beach. The little ones hatch and flop into the ocean from July – December.

The best place to visit sea turtles is Tortugranja, the turtle farm and conservation center on Isla Mujeres. Green turtles, hawksbill and loggerhead turtles are the most common species you can see around Cancun and Isla Mujeres.

At Tortugranja you can see turtles all year round, in every development stage, for a $3 fee. You can feed them and interact with them under the care of a guide as well as crabs, urchins, and conches.

24: Maya Museum & San Miguelito Ruins

Museo Maya Cancun and San Miguelito Ruins cover 80 hectares in Hotel Zone. The new museum opened in 2012 with all kinds of cool Mayan archeological relics.

You will be able to walk among ruins, see ancient skeletons, jade relics, and artifacts from Chichen Itza and other Mayan sites around the Yucatan peninsula.

There are three galleries where you can discover multiple elements from Mayan history and culture. The ticket costs about $5 and grants you entry to San Miguelito ruins, which is a spread of temples, pyramids and family homes of Mayans, set in the jungle.

25: Bird Watching At Isla Contoy

Isla Contoy National Park

Isla Contoy is a bird watcher’s paradise. The small protected National Park sanctuary North of Isla Mujeres is home to more than 100 species of birds and 4 species of sea turtles.

The tropical breeze and bird spotting complete this amazing tropical heaven. Once here you can relax and just take some pictures of the wildlife, before picking up your snorkeling gear and dive into the clear waters.

Isla Contoy can be reached via an all-inclusive cruise at the cost of about $100 per person. To keep the inhabited island in pristine condition, tourists have to follow very strict rules and pick up after themselves.

26: Kayaking Nichupte Lagoon

Nichupte Lagoon is an enormous body of water made up of 5 different lagoons called Nichupte’, Río Inglés, Rio del Amor, Caleta Nizuc y Bojórquez. You can go kayaking and paddleboarding here.

It’s the only natural ecosystem that remains after the construction of Cancun’s huge Hotel Zone. The waters are surrounded by jungle paradise, heaven for bird watchers and biologists.

The fresh water coming from the rocks underneath mixes with the salt water from the sea offering a comfortable, prosperous and protective environment for many speices of fish to reproduce.

27: Day Trip To Tulum

Visit the Ruins of Tulum

If you’re visiting Cancun, you probably shouldn’t leave without stopping by the town and

Race Fancy Cars in Cancun!

Need a jolt of adrenaline? What would you do if someone handed you the keys to a $200,000 exotic luxury car and told you to drive it as fast as you can?

Exotic Rides Cancun, where they rent out luxury and exotic cars and teach you how to drive them around a race track.

You have your choice between a few different models, including the Ferrari F430, Lamborghini Murcielago, Lamborghini Gallardo, Audi R8, and Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. Woooooo!

29: Tour Cancun’s Best Taco Joints

Stuff Your Face with Tacos!

No trip to Mexico is complete without a thorough vetting of Cancun’s tastiest taco stands. You’ll find all the best tacos away from the Hotel Zone in Downtown Cancun, on Avenidas Tulum and the Parque Las Palapas area.

Make sure to order some Tacos al Pastor, the classic Mexican-shawarma style pork meat taco featuring a pineapple slice on top. The pork is marinated in a combination of dried chilies, spices, and pineapple. My favorite!

This type of meat was actually created by Lebanese immigrants, but it’s since become the Mexican standard. You can also try tacos with beef, chicken, shrimp, and if you’re brave, even cow brains or udder.

30: El Meco Ruins

The Secret El Meco Ruins in Cancun

El Meco is a set of ancient Maya ruins that aren’t well known about, located North of Downtown Cancun. There’s even a 41 foot high pyramid!

These ruins were probably related to Isla Mujeres and an important port for the Maya in the Yucatan Peninsula.

To find them, head up Avenida Lopez Portillo (aka the Cancun-Puerto Juarez road) in a rental car, taxi, or collectivo bus. The site is located at KM 27. The ruins are just off the road on the left.

Best Time To Visit Cancun

High season for Cancun is during the winter from January to March, when all the snowbirds from Canada and the United States come down to escape the cold.

This is when you’ll find the best weather and the least amount of rain. But it’s also the most expensive and most crowded season. March is typically when Spring Break madness happens.

The best time to visit Cancun for families with kids is from April to November. If you are looking to travel on a budget, visit Cancun during the rainy season, from July to October.

Where To Stay In Cancun

Cancun has tens of thousands of rooms available for tourists, everything from budget backpacker hostels to 5-star luxury hotels. Here are some suggestions for good places to stay during your trip to Cancun…

Best Accommodation In Cancun

BUDGET Coco Hostel

MID-RANGE MayaFair Design Hotel

LUXURY Ritz-Carlton Cancun

Click here to learn how to get $35 off your first booking.

Transportation Around Cancun

Most people get to Cancun after flying into Cancun International Airport. From there, you can book a private shuttle or take the public ADO bus (much cheaper). Buses leave every 30 minutes and cost about 72 pesos ($4 USD).

Rental Car

Discover Car Hire searches all the big car rental companies and finds the best price. This is probably the easiest way to rent a car in Mexico.

Public Bus

There are regular ADO buses that will take you all around the Yucatan Peninsula from the ADO Cancun Bus Station. Buses are comfortable and safe.

Collectivo

The cheapest way to get around Cancun is to take a collectivo (group taxi). These are what the locals use to get around the city, but routes can be confusing if you don’t speak Spanish.

Cancun Taxis

Taking a taxi is what most tourists do, but beware that the Yucatan has a “taxi mafia” that charges high prices whenever they think they can get away with it. Always settle on the price before getting in.

Cancun Travel Tips & Advice

How safe is Cancun? Well, I’m sure you know Mexico has some common travel scams and follow practical Cancun Jazz Festival.

Packing Guide

Check out my Skyscanner. This is my favorite search engine to find deals on airlines. Also make sure to read Discover Car Hire is a great site for comparing car prices to find the best deal. They search both local & international rental companies.

Book Accommodation

Booking.com is my favorite hotel search engine. Or rent apartments from locals on how I book cheap hotels online.

Protect Your Trip

Don’t forget travel insurance! I’m a big fan of World Nomads for short-term trips. Protect yourself from possible injury & theft abroad. Read more about Lonely Planet Cancun & The Yucatan Suggested Reading: The Jungle Of Stone

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19 best places to travel this spring

(CNN) — Choosing between a world-class flower festival, Argentine wine harvest or trans-Africa road rally may be tough for travelers, but spring is calling and it’s time to make a choice.

Spring travel, tucked between the sky-high rates of the winter holidays and the crowds and heat of summer, is one of life’s greatest pleasures.

No longer a season reserved for retirees and backpackers, the world’s low-cost carriers, burgeoning tourism development budgets and dare we say, Instagram, have put never-before-considered spring break destinations on this year’s map. Here are 19 of our favorites, in alphabetical order.

1. Aegean Islands, Greece

Celestyal Cruises is based in Greece, giving its guests an insider view of the region.

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Skip the crowds, the heat and the hot, dry Meltemi winds of summer when you cruise the Greek islands in spring. Many of the Aegean islands awake from hibernation in time to celebrate the Greek Orthodox Easter on April 28.

The award-winning Celestyal Cruises is the only cruise company based in Greece, giving its two mid-sized ships an edge over other international mega-cruise lines making ports of call in the Mediterranean.

Up to 1,200 passengers aboard seven-night Idyllic Aegean cruises this spring call on Mykonos, Milos, Santorini, Heraklion (Crete) and Kusadasi (port of Ephesus, Turkey) before returning to Piraeus.

The idyllic part? In Mykonos and Santorini, you overnight in port so you can sip retsina and party as late as you want without missing the boat.

All-inclusive pricing of $1,419 covers onboard meals of local cuisine, a standard unlimited drinks package, select shore excursions with more available for a fee, plus entertainment, port fees and gratuities.

It may be too chilly for a bikini but Greece’s sunny climate, the turquoise sea and the blooming oleander on shore will sweep you away.

2. Barcelona, Spain

Antoni Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia has been under construction since 1882.

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Spring is the best time to avoid the overtourism that spawned “Tourists Go Home” graffiti throughout Barcelona in 2018. It’s also prime season to stroll the Flower Market along the city’s central promenade, La Rambla.

Return visitors will be surprised at how much work has been done on the sacred commission of architect Antoni Gaudí. Sagrada Familia has been under construction since 1882. By current estimates, the stunning cathedral known for its 18 sandcastle-like spires, undulating lines and brilliant stained glass windows will be completed, as close to Gaudi’s original vision as possible, by 2030.

There’s lots more Gaudi work to see, including the private museums Casa Batlló and Casa Milà (also called La Pedrera, or quarry, for its hewn stone façade) in the Gracià district off Passeig de Gracià.

When you tire of sunning along the mosaic paths of Gaudi’s Parque Güell, head to the waterfront revitalized for the 1992 Olympics. At Club Pati Vela de Barcelona near the metallic fish statue designed by Frank Gehry, visitors can rent or take lessons in single-handed sailing on a pati catala, catamarans traditionally used in Catalunya to explore the high seas.

3. Cancun, Mexico

Millions picture Cancun when they hear “spring break” thanks to “MTV Spring Break,” a show packed with skimpily clad spectators and good-natured debauchery that aired from 1986 through 2014.

Treat yourself to Cancun’s cheap prices, sand beaches and crystalline Caribbean Sea this spring, or party at home while tuning in to the MTV revival March 19-21 taking place at the Grand Oasis Hotel.

Visitors may want to skip the cheap liquor implicated in several 2018 tourist accidents, of course, and stick to Mexico’s many fine beers. All-inclusive rates at the Grand Oasis drop to about $215 per night for a family of four after MTV wraps.

Bird-watching, eco-activities and cultural tours that abound south of the city along the Riviera Maya are an even better choice for families. Barceló Maya Grand Resort has a built-in kid-magnet: the new Ventura Fly & Ride park designed by the creators of the Selvatica.

The supervised attraction comprises a zipline, bungee jumping, roller coaster, suspension bridges and more thrills right on the resort grounds. This five-star all-inclusive’s rates are competitive, too.

4. Grand Canyon, Arizona

Celebrate the Centennial of the Grand Canyon by rafting through it this spring.

America’s most renowned natural attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated the 100-year anniversary of its national park designation on February 26.

Catch Native American cultural demonstrations each month at the Desert View Watchtower, the Earth Day festival April 20 plus many other special park service programs.

Award-winning adventure tour operator OARS begins six-day Colorado River whitewater rafting trips April 7. On the first 87 miles, ogle the canyon’s strikingly colored limestone cliffs as you float and paddle to Redwall Cavern and Nautiloid Canyon. Top-notch guides keep it fun and safe.

Moor your raft to hike to Nankoweap, explore Native American ruins and see ancient fossils.

In spring’s high waters you’ll raft 19 major rapids, many Class IV, before docking near Phantom Ranch. Then you can stretch your legs on a 9.7-mile hike up the Bright Angel Trail.

Whitewater rafting trips for ages 12 and older start at $2,755 per person.

5. Keukenhof Gardens, Holland

Landgoed Keukenhof gardeners work all year planting seven million bulbs for the show’s eight-week run.

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This spring, marvel at the colorful mosaics made by millions of tulips at Landgoed Keukenhof, a showcase for the Dutch floral industry.

On March 21, the latest designs using new floral breeds will inspire gardeners around the world. Forty gardeners work all year planting seven million bulbs, often in layers, so that fresh blooms will appear throughout the show’s eight-week run.

Additional pavilions feature a changing selection of 20 flower and plant shows — don’t miss the orchids and lilies — where blooms are in competition.

The 123-acre display is just a small part of an historic park dating to 1857. This year, there’s a focus on Tulpenmanie, the tulip mania craze that swept Europe in the 17th century.

During the world’s first speculative bubble, a single tulip bulb could fetch 10 times a craftsman’s annual salary or be traded for huge tracts of land before prices suddenly crashed.

Keukenhof — just 40 kilometers from Amsterdam — is easily reached via public transportation and private tours from all corners of Holland.

6. Lake Tahoe, California

With snowfall topping 620 inches already this ski season, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows is staying open later for skiing than any other mountain resort in Lake Tahoe, with plans to ski and ride until July 7th. (Skiers, make sure to check on operations before you go.)

Squaw Valley’s Aerial Tram, which has served skiers, snowboarders and sightseers since 1969, is an awesome ride. The average 300 days of sunshine each year make Instagrammable views of the lake and surrounding Sierra Nevada Range almost guaranteed.

Disembark at High Camp, California’s top spring skiing playground at 8,200 feet, where live music, themed parties and the giant High Camp hot tub make swimwear and shorts de rigueur. (It’s currently buried by snow but will open this spring.) Throughout the day, the scene moves down to outdoor cafes at the base village and back up to cocktails at Umbrella Bar, scenically located beside the hot tub.

Want the sunshine to yourself? Ski down to the new Gold Coast Beach Bar, opening April 5 outside the upper mountain Gold Coast Lodge and get stoked on barbecue, sunbathing among the evergreens and people watching.

Insiders avoid the crowds by making tracks to Ice Bar at sister resort Alpine Meadows, off the Pacific Crest South Bowls. Wherever you land, don’t forget the sunscreen.

7. Las Vegas

Your welcome to Las Vegas is made even sweeter by spring temperatures.

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Since temperatures stay well below summer’s 100 degrees F (38 degrees C), spring is the ideal time for a last stroll along The Strip to take in the many attractions.

That singular piece of real estate will soon be undergoing a revolutionary change. The city has just green-lit Elon Musk’s The Boring Company to build an underground people mover using autonomous electric vehicles to connect downtown Vegas with the airport, convention center and resort corridor by 2021.

You can still see humans behind the wheel at the Denso Spark Plugs NHRA Four-Wide Nationals which take place April 6-8 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Motorsports Complex. If you haven’t felt the heat and vibration from four race cars zooming by at a time, catch this one.

Off-road motorcycles roll out at Sam Boyd Stadium May 4 for the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, one of 17 roaringly loud races in the FIM World Championship.

If you’re craving a selfie, race to book tickets to the Supercross FanFest and mingle with drivers on the big day.

8. Ledbury, United Kingdom

Eastnor Castle and Arboretum was founded by the first Earl Somers.

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Live an aristocratic lifestyle among the rolling hills and historic market towns of Herefordshire, adjacent to the Cotswolds. Eastnor Castle and Arboretum, founded by the first Earl Somers and sustained by the Hervey-Bathurst family for the past 200 years, is a hidden gem outside Ledbury.

Destination weddings and hunting parties can book Eastnor’s four rental homes. The eclectic collection of armor, tapestries and medieval art in the manor is open for group tours and filming. And, like other Downton Abbey-worthy homes, seasonal special events help fund operations.

Day trippers can bring binoculars to the Easter Treasure Hunt and an appetite to the annual ChilliFest’s all-you-can-eat competition May 5-6. On select dates from April through September, the family opens its hundred-acre wood so guests can enjoy an adventure playground, treetop walkway and picnic spots while admiring the passing peacocks.

In June, Wild Food UK runs foraging classes that introduce foodies to the plants, flowers, fruits and mushrooms found in the wild. Stops during the 2.5-hour walk include breaks to sample wild food soup and elderberry champagne. A hearty lunch prepared from foraged bounty follows. Only if you’re lucky.

9. Malta

Enjoy Malta’s historic structures before the beach crowds appear.

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Explore the beautiful coastline, lavish churches, forts and historic sites of Malta before charter loads of beach-goers arrive. Spring may bring more sun and less rainfall (by May you can swim in the sea), but you’re here for figolli, a special Easter dessert.

Figolli are almond cakes flavored with orange blossom water and marzipan filling. Typically coated in vanilla royal icing, some are blinged out with a foil-wrapped chocolate egg for the holiday. While they’re mostly shaped like rabbits, butterflies or Easter eggs; food bloggers should watch for ones shaped like men or women.

Celebrate authentic Easter traditions in the luxurious ambiance of the Malta-based Corinthia Hotels. From April 15-May 2, the sophisticated Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa adjacent to the Presidential Palace offers packages including breakfast, use of the Athenaeum spa’s indoor pool, Jacuzzi and gymnasium and more from €140 (approximately $158).

The seafront Corinthia Hotel St. George’s Bay is a more kid-friendly resort. Their Family Easter Escape has the same perks, plus a complimentary kids club program, from € 180 ($203). Both hotels are serving an Easter Sunday lunch with a choice of traditional fish or lamb dishes.

10. Marrakech, Morocco

Explore Jemaa el-Fnaa square in Marrakech’s medina quarter.

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Marrakech is trending again, with the recent opening of L’Hôtel Marrakech by British designer Jasper Conran and the MadJazz Marrakech music festival expected back in May.

Go this spring to be entranced by snake charmers in Jemma el Fna and daytrip to Berber country as wildflowers bloom in the Atlas Mountains. All without suffering heat stroke.

Even racier, watch out for the dust left behind by the Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles du Maroc, a women-only, off-road rally. Teams of “gazelles” in any type of off-road vehicle are challenged to hit the greatest number of predefined checkpoints in as few miles as possible. They left Nice, France, on March 15 and are expected to cross the Moroccan desert from March 21 to 30.

Note that some businesses and restaurants curtail hours and services during the Muslim fasting period of Ramadan, between May 5 and June 4 this year.

11. Mendoza to Patagonia, Argentina

Malbec — a grape variety used for red wine — grows easily in this part of Argentina.

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Pluck the last of the grapes in Mendoza and mountain bike, kayak or horseback ride in Patagonia this spring.

France’s Malbec grape thrives in the distinct climate and soil at the foot of the snow-capped Andes. Just an hour’s flight from Buenos Aires, the safest way to sample the distinct wines of Mendoza’s Central, Valley de Uco and Southern vineyards and bodegas (wine cellars) is by hop-on hop-off Bus Vinividicola.

Most of Patagonia is a vast desert yet the isolated Andean-Patagonian forests, called subantarctic forests, burst into color along the steep slopes of the Andes.

Tierra del Fuego National Park is more than 2,000 miles south of Mendoza so you’ll need to put in a full day’s travel. Experiencing the Southern Hemisphere’s autumn this spring is worth the trip.

12. Munich, Germany

Munich is a long way from the ocean, but people come from all over the world to surf the man-made Eisbachwelle, a year-round surfing spot in the German city.

Surf’s up in Munich! Dive in and get amped with local surfers on Munich’s 1.2-mile Eisbach, a manmade tributary of the Isar River designed with waves and a thundering waterfall.

This unusual feature is located in Englischer Garten, a favorite Munich park designed by Benjamin Thompson in the British style 225 years ago. Surfing is just part of a chill recreational scene in an urban oasis larger than New York’s Central Park.

Eisbach’s three-foot wave is only conquered by experienced surfers, so you’ll want to join spectators on the shoreline.

Then grab a cold one at Chinesischer Turm, the Chinese Tower’s 7,000-seat beer garden, which opens when spring arrives. Their crispy roast pork and potato dumplings lunch is only about €7 and, from April to October, you can work it off at the historic children’s merry-go-round.

13. Naoshima Island, Japan

Naoshima Island is home to beautiful displays of outdoor art.

Benesse Art Site Naoshima

Be reborn with a transformational journey to the Seto Inland Sea, where fishing villages shelter priceless contemporary art and architecture by modern masters.

Outdoor galleries and cherry groves seeded by Benesse Holdings and the Fukutake Foundation have inspired villagers on Naoshima, Teshima and Inujima to convert homes to guesthouses and tag doors and buses with stunning graffiti.

Reaching Benesse Art Site Naoshima is an exquisite lesson in patience rewarded by a polka dot ferry to a port where Japanese visionary Yayoi Kusama placed an enormous spotted pumpkin. The legendary architect Tadao Ando’s Chichu Art Museum guides natural light onto five huge Monets and works by James Turrell and Walter de Maria.

International artists have been commissioned to install projects in abandoned teak homes. There’s also a stunning gallery at Benesse House, the Ando-designed luxury hotel where guests can commune with their own unique artwork overnight.

Why not turn the day into a scavenger hunt of the art by foot, bus or bike? Day trips to Teshima and Inujima are a bonus.

14. Orlando, Florida

Among the millions of blooms are dozens of fan-favorite Disney-themed topiaries. If you’re headed to Soarin’ and don’t have time to, er, smell the roses, check out the ones near the park’s entrance.

This spring, topiary artists are using a wider variety of plant materials to represent Disney characters’ facial features in boxwood and verdant hues. If you’ve never seen a green Snow White, she’s standing near the Germany pavilion with the Seven Dwarfs.

Home gardeners appreciate the expert-led gardening seminars, which are included in the regular Epcot admission along with the daily Garden Rocks concert series; Outdoor Kitchens for sampling; and children’s play gardens illustrating nutrition and wellness.

15. Penang, Malaysia

Spring is the ideal time to viist Penang island before the rainy season arrives.

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Get up close to a 130-million-year-old rainforest at The Habitat on Penang Hill. As the rains build from April to October, spring is the ideal time for an authentic tropical rainforest adventure.

Designed to be minimally disruptive, 4×4 vehicles and cable cars transport visitors up to the dense jungle. Everyone from thrill-seekers to elders finds their comfort zone on a nature trail, treetop walk or Aerial Trail to watch as Asian Fairy Bluebirds, Racquet-tailed Drongos, Brahminy Kites and other exotic species fly by.

It took a visionary government to protect this prehistoric ecosystem in 1910, when only the colonial-era ruins of a British Hill Station remained. A century later, the local Cockrell family began developing an eco-tourism attraction on land adjacent to the Government Hill Permanent Forest Reserve.

Scientists estimate the Malaysian rainforest hosts 20 percent of the world’s animal species and uncountable plant species. The Habitat’s canopy walk, home to Langurs or Dusky Leaf monkeys, provides access to rare wildlife and stunning views of valleys, headlands, the city of Georgetown and the glittering Andaman Sea beyond.

16. Puerto Rico

Post Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico is welcoming visitors to enjoy its lovely beaches, historic sites and natural wonders.

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Hit the beach in Puerto Rico, a heavenly slice of the Caribbean boasting seven Blue Flag beaches and travel bargains this spring.

After a painful recovery from 2017’s Hurricane Maria and attention to the island by “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, the island came in fifth on an Allianz Global Assistance survey of top International Spring Break destinations.

The Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is one of the most buzz-worthy new hotels. Transformed from plantation to resort by Laurance Rockefeller in the 1950s, the beachfront Dorado Beach upped its game during extensive hurricane repair and re-landscaping.

Now more relaxed and local in style, Taino-inspired rugs and bed throws, neutral tones and discreet private plunge pools let the surrounding turquoise sea and golden sand take center stage.

It’s a great deal because Americans don’t need a passport to get to this Caribbean island and can take competitively cheap flights or backpacker-style ferries from Santo Domingo and the US Virgin Islands to get there.

17. Queenstown, New Zealand

While it’s true that New Zealand is still grieving a terrorist attack at a Christchurch mosque on the country’s South Island, visitors are still welcome to enjoy this remarkable country. Take advantage of the southern hemisphere’s reverse seasonality to celebrate the fall harvest with food and entertainment.

It’s all part of the fun at the 35th annual Akarua Arrowtown Autumn Festival outside Queenstown, also on South Island, coming up April 23-28. Scheduled events include very popular children’s workshops, a village parade, photo competitions, gold panning contests, a dog show and even rubber ducky races.

From March to May, the local cottonwoods turn yellow along the Arrowtown River and the hills are ablaze with color. If you can keep your eyes open, bungy jumping is a great way to appreciate the region’s fall foliage.

Queenstown’s local hero A.J. Hackett invented the unlikely sport at the Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge. Strap into a full body harness, dive head first off the bridge and take a 60mph flight upside down across the Nevis Valley for spectacular views.

18. St. Louis Zoo, Missouri

Animals are having babies at the St. Louis Zoo.

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As central to the city’s image as the iconic silver Gateway Arch, Forest Park is home to many free attractions including Shakespeare in the Park, art and history museums and a famous zoo.

Voted into the world’s top 10 zoos by TripAdvisor readers, the St. Louis Zoo displays 600 species in realistic natural habitats and provides visitors with creature comforts including on-site guides, a vintage mini-railroad and trained animal shows.

Even if you miss the opening game of the Cardinals, spring is the season for zoo babies and 10 ungulate calves — think Bambi — are now on view. Look for three baby Speke’s Gazelles, two Addaxes, a Soemmerring’s Gazelle, two Lesser Kudus and two Lowland Nyalas. Don’t miss Nova, a Grevy’s Zebra foal born New Year’s Eve, who likes to appear in the Red Rocks exhibit when the weather is good.

19. Washington, DC

It’s almost time to celebrate the National Cherry Blossom Festival in the US capital.

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America’s friendship with Japan dates to 1912, when Tokyo Mayor Yukio Ozaki gifted Yoshino cherry trees to the country’s capital.

Today, the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates spring with a nod to Japanese culture. March 20 — April 14 is the predicted blooming period around the Tidal Basin. The National Park Service forecasts that peak bloom — when 70 percent of the blossoms are open — will occur April 2, depending on weather.

Several local hotels are celebrating with blossom-themed packages. At the Capital Hilton, for example, guests receive breakfast, a welcome Bento Box filled with Japanese sweets, a kite to fly March 30 at the Blossom Kite Festival and access to the Petalpalooza family day events April 6.

Adults can toast the arrival of spring during the nightly Japanese Cherry Blossom Happy Hour, a Japanese whisky tasting with appetizer pairing at the Capital Hilton’s Statler Lounge.

Kyle McCarthy, New York City-based traveler, is co-founder and editor of Family Travel Forum. She has authored a dozen Frommer guidebooks and contributes to many publications and digital guides.

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