The Riviera Maya is the coolest and newest resort that, as a tropical-style vision of paradise. Is located along the coast of the Yucatan peninsula, between Cancun and Tulum (the famous Mayan archaeological site). Rain forests, jungle, flora, fauna, ancient Mayan cities, virgin beaches, turquoise waters, the fantasy and warmth of the tropics, and the mystery of a legendary culture still alive in its people today are only a few of the characteristics that make this destination a favorite worldwide. Whether you are looking for romance and tranquility or an extreme, exciting adventure, the Riviera Maya is a wonderful place for your vacation. Riviera Maya gives alternatives for every traveler with over 220 hotels (with more than 13,000 rooms) including about 170 small and quite intimate inns and resorts, plus several full service and all-inclusive beachfront resorts. They vary from the exclusive and elite to a hammock on the beach beneath the stars.
One of Riviera Maya’s most magnificent natural attractions is the Great Mayan Reef. Is the largest coral reef system in the Northern Hemisphere and the second-largest in the world, providing some of the best diving and snorkeling experiences in the world. The spectacular tropical marine life here is unique and unforgettable. It’s a vast oceanic ecosystem with coral gardens and drop-offs. The immense coral atolls stretch from the tip of Yucatan southward to the Bay of Honduras – a distance of more than 600 miles. More than 500 species of fish can be found here - turtles, moray eels, groupers, stingrays, nurse sharks and a host of other tropical colored finned reef characters take center stage.
The Riviera Maya’s principal quality is its diversity. The region spans 100 miles along the Caribbean Sea, from Cancun south to the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. The Riviera Maya offers endless possibilities for exploration and relaxation. Here you can choose everything from adventure sports, mountain biking, golf and tennis, water and nautical sports, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, para-sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, wind surfing. Further inland, the tropical Maya Jungle offers ingredients of its own, such as horseback riding, jeep tours, nature trails and touring the indescribable cultural and archaeological treasures of the Mayan world. There’s a thriving ecotourism market on the Riviera Maya, many opportunities to swim with dolphins, bird watching or explore the mangrove swamps. Visitors can just relax on the white beaches, Do you need more?
January 28th, 2008 at 4:27 am
Hello
I want to say, that I really like the articles in this blog, but i don’t like some of the images like these ones which are asymmetrical.
Why should this happend???