subject: The Ultimate Tourist Spot Guidelines For Choosing A Cool Vacation In Cancun [print this page] The Attractions of Puerto Vallarta The Attractions of Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mexico with a wide array of attractions from sandy beaches to the natural tropical forests. Puerto Vallarta vacations give guests the chance to tour the jungles and see exotic wildlife or watch dolphins and whales frolicking right beside the 98-foot Bloodhound sailboat in Banderas Bay or better yet take a cruise that allows you to view its beautiful beaches and rich sea life. You can also choose to go scuba diving, snorkeling or kayaking to take advantage of its pristine tropical waters. You can also go on a tour of Puerto Vallarta by walking, hiking or bus and see the Cathedral of our Lady of Guadalupe, the famous watersports center Playa de Oro, Los Arcos which is a fun underwater park, the quaint tranquil village by the sea of Boca de Tomatlan, the unique old town Rancho Capomo or the gorgeous boardwalk or the Malecon. Going to Puerto Vallarta should top your Mexico vacation itinerary so you do not miss out on all the memorable activities and attractions you can find there.
The Attractions of La Playa del Carmen
Travelers going on their Mexico vacation should include the popular travel destination of La Playa del Carmen. With its close proximity to Cozumel which is just right across the channel, La Playa del Carmen shares many of the attractions in this area. The 5th Avenue of La Playa is the center of activity with shopping centers, dining places, hotels, bars and nightclubs for nighttime entertainment. The shopping area from 5th Avenue to 30th Avenue entices visitors to go shopping with a lot of merchandise to choose from including the newest designer clothes and Mexican handicrafts and souvenirs. La Playas beaches are famous for its warm azure waters and powder white sand. When visiting La Playa, include a tour of the Chichen Itza, capital of ancient Mayan, Coba that lets you see an authentic Mayan village, Nohuch Muul that is Yutucans tallest pyramid, beautiful Tulum and ecopark Xcaret which is natures sacred paradise. La Playa is one exciting place to see so plan an itinerary that would include La Playa.
Memorable Places in the Riviera Maya
The Riviera Maya conjures visions of the centuries old archaeological sites that Mexico is well known for. There, one can find the old cities of the ancient Mayans. The Chichen Itza is one of the major cities of the Mayan Empire, being its capital where you can go up the Castillo or the grand pyramid and peek at the observatory of ancient astronomers where the most accurate calendars was created. Tulum is another great destination, the only walled city of the Mayans which conveniently overlooks the waters and the beachfront. For more adventures, there are still so many interesting sighs in Riviera Maya. Xel-Ha is a good place to conquer when youre a nature lover as it has many coves, lagoons and caves in its premises while Xcaret is a Mayan themed ecological park with lots of fun activities prepared for its visitors. A Mayan Temple can also be found in Isla Mujeres where you can also indulge in water adventures while Isla Contoy has fine sand beaches and rows of palm trees that you can relax under. Mexico vacations are definitely a learning experience when you include the Riviera Maya.
Cozumel Vacations
One of the best diving and snorkeling spots in the world can be found at Cozumel which is just south of Cancun and across Riviera Maya. Dubbed as one of the best diving destinations in the world, it has amazingly crystal clear waters and the worlds second largest barrier reef, the Palancar. Be sure to include this city in your Mexico vacation itinerary and get the chance to see the Chichen Itza which is the capital of ancient Maya empire and is included in the list of the Seven Wonders of the World. There are several archaeological sites near Cozumel like Tulum that was the main Mayan port and is a unique walled fortress, Coba is located in the lush jungle forest with an authentic Mayan community that allows you a view of what life was during the Mayan civilization, Castillo Real which used to be the Mayan astronomical observatory and San Gervasio which was most visited by the Mayan women as it was a site dedicated to Ixchel, deity of midwifery, fertility, medicine and weaving. You will definitely need a lot of time at Cozumel with all these and more at Cozumel. So visit Cozumel now and fill your senses with the sights and sounds of the city.
