Written by JDTrvlAgnt on October 19, 2008
- I have traveled to Playa del Carmen three times in my relatively short life span. It was interesting to witness the amazing growth in this city, about an hour south of Cancun along the coast...
Written by Cantin2 on March 24, 2007
- At most resorts that you visit there are things that you love and other things that you'd like to see changed. We've been to Mayan Palace and the Grand Mayan a few times. Here's my...
Written by Cantin2 on March 1, 2007
- Mayan Palace and Grand Mayan share a large resort between Cancun and Playa del Carmen. There are dining options here if you prefer to "stay put". More expensive than going into Playa, but if you...
Written by jilldg1 on June 27, 2006
- For most tourists, myself included, Playa del Carmen first and foremost means Quinta Avenida (fifth avenue), a long, pedestrian-only promenade that runs parallel to the beach and is lined with restaurants and shops.Here you’ve got...
Written by jilldg1 on June 27, 2006
- First off, let me say that I rarely frequent hotel spas because I find them ludicrously overpriced, often mediocre, and sometimes even intimidating. But this place was different. Set in the jungle, in a circular...
Written by deescheer on April 28, 2005
- While visiting Mexico for the first time, we had so many opportunities to take different excursions that we were not sure which one to pick. But when we finally drove up to Xel-Ha, we were...
Written by britgirl7 on April 16, 2006
- If you read my journals you will know that no matter how "party" a trip is my husband, Karl, must include ruins, castles, cathedrals, or hiking. So despite a hangover from a 4am night out...
Written by britgirl7 on April 16, 2006
- From Playa del Carmen the local ferries to Cozumel leave on the hour, and so it’s a good day out and a chance to see another placeTo get to the ferry dock just head to...
Written by samer_k on March 25, 2005
- Well, some people are hesitant to be adventurous in places like Mexico. People have typical and understandable fears, such as the water not being safe. After you get over some of your fears, you will...
Written by quirine on February 26, 2005
- Playa has changed significantly since I began going there. What used to be a small fishing village is now a town fast approaching city status. Playa now includes a mall (Plaza Pelicano) featuring...
Playa del Carmen
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