Mexico is an exotic country in which gorgeous sandy beaches, unusual vibrant cities and mysterious pyramids await vacationers. Mexican resorts can be chosen for any, finicky taste.
Many, having arrived here for the first time, cannot get rid of the feeling that they were already here. And this is not surprising. After all, many have seen numerous commercials that were filmed in these very paradise places. Coconut palms, clear and warm sea water, white sand and gentle sun - all this can be found on the coasts of Mexico.
Why do many people choose holidays in Mexico?
Mexico is a paradise of the Earth, where first-class resorts, tropical nature and five-star hotels are concentrated on a small part of the planet. Every year, a huge number of tourists choose this country as their vacation spot.
Mexico is a vacation on the best coasts of the Riviera Maya and Cancun, these are monuments of ancient civilizations, this is diving and fishing, tequila, surfing, disco, Mexican cuisine. This is the whole of Mexico, where the smells, tastes, colors - everything is bright, juicy and clean. Just have time to enjoy.
This is a country with a colorful mixture of three cultures: Caribbean, Native American and Spanish. Mexico attracts tourists with an interesting culture, history, exotic cuisine, amazing architecture. But most tourists come here because of the amazing coast.
General characteristics of the beaches of Mexico
According to Mexican law, all beaches are state property, therefore, they are public.
Such sights of the country are divided into two large groups: the Caribbean coast and the Pacific coast.
The beaches of the Caribbean coast are known for their white sand, warm sea. Most of them are protected by reefs. This is the coast of the Riviera Maya and Cancun.
The beaches of the Pacific coast are known to surf lovers. In addition, they amaze with the beauty of their waters and huge waves.
The color of Mexico is the opportunity to combine relaxation on the beach and excursions to the ruins of ancient Native American cities. For example, the Tulum resort combines these unique features. Not far from it is the famous resort of Playa del Carmen, which is considered the center of the Mayan Riviera.
Near the Riviera is the world famous Cancun resort, which offers nightclubs, hotels and beautiful beaches. Next to this resort is the island of Women, which is shrouded in romantic legends and traditions.
Fans of a secluded relaxing holiday will find the beaches of the Pacific coast: Punta de Mita, Los Cabos, Huatulco, Costa Alegre. There are also places for surf lovers: Puerto Escondido and Oaxaca. And of course, the pearl of the Pacific coast is Acapulco, the country's most visited resort.
All the beaches of Mexico are free, public, sandy. On the territory of any of them there are numerous cafes and restaurants that offer to taste the unique Mexican dishes with an abundance of hot chili peppers and local spices.
The main component of all the coasts of Mexico is the safety of swimmers. Many of them are in the open sea, and this creates the danger of underwater currents. Here the system of warning vacationers about weather conditions is adopted:
- black or red flag - means danger, you can’t swim with them;
- yellow flag - indicates changing weather conditions, care must be taken;
- green - normal conditions, swimming is allowed;
- white - excellent conditions, you can engage in any kind of water entertainment.
According to vacationers and tourists who leave reviews on the Internet, the best beaches in Mexico are: Cancun, Acapulco, Los Cabos, Cozumel, the beaches of the Riviera Maya, Hidden beach, beaches of Puerto Vallarta.
Cancun
The most popular resort in Mexico, which is one of the ten most popular resorts in the world. It is located on the Yucatan Peninsula on a sand spit and is famous for its white sandy beaches, clear sea water and tropical exotic plants.
The resort is dotted with first-class hotels. The recreation season is year-round, the temperature difference between winter and summer is only a few degrees.
Cancun consists of two parts: the city center and the hotel area. Local residents live in the center, the hotel zone was built only for vacationers and tourists. There are more than 50 five-star hotels in the area. It also built fitness centers and sports complexes, night clubs and discos, as well as other entertainment facilities of the resort area.
The sand spit on which Cancun is located is divided into two components: short and long. The sea in the first part is calm and quiet. The coast of the long part of the spit is not protected from the ocean. Therefore, there are waves all year round.
Acapulco
Another world famous resort in Mexico is Acapulco. It was at this resort that a huge number of beach series and romantic commercials were shot and are being shot. Acapulco is located near the capital of Mexico. Therefore, this resort is considered purely Mexican. Mild warm climate, sandy beaches, clear waters of the lagoons - this is all the resort of Acapulco. The bay is one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
In addition, Acapulco is a city with a long history. In 1530, Spanish ships were built here. Acapulco in the 16th century was the second important port of the newly discovered territory.
Acapulco and Cancun are the oldest resorts in the country. But the resort of Acapulco gained world fame only from the beginning of the 60s, when Mexican beaches began to be visited by Hollywood stars. This is the favorite resort of Robert de Niro and Madonna. It was the favorite vacation spot of Marilyn Monroe and other celebrities.
Acapulco is a night resort. Nights of carnivals and entertainment that continue until dawn. But besides such a life, the resort is known for a huge number of small beaches, often with isolated bays and hidden shores, where you can swim in solitude in silence, far from the bustle of large cities.
Los cabos
Los Cabos is an elite young and expensive resort in the country. Mostly wealthy Americans come here to relax. There are practically no locals here. Los Cabos is famous for its snow-white hotels, exotic nature, fishing and diving.
Here, elite golf courses are equipped, safaris are organized on jeeps in the desert, you can do any kind of water sports. In addition, there are unique underwater sand waterfalls and coral reefs. In any hotel you can buy a tour of first-class sea fishing: sail fish, marlin, black bass. From January to April from the coast you can watch whales that come here to the bay.
Cozumel
Mexico's largest coral island. Almost the entire territory of the island is a national reserve. The resort is unique in that the whole island is buried in the jungle, there are a lot of fishing huts on the beach, and the ruins of the Mayan civilization have been preserved.
The resort is famous for its underwater world. This is one of the largest coral reefs (its length under water is about 700 kilometers), second only to the Great Coral Reef of Australia. This resort is very loved by divers, both professionals and amateurs. In addition, here are the best and most dangerous diving sites in the world - many kilometers underwater caves of Santa Rosa and Punta Sur.
The underwater world of the resort has about 700 species of reptiles, 220 species of amphibians, 200 species of tropical fish. In the depths, divers can enjoy the beauty of the scenery and test themselves from a professional point of view.
Riviera Maya beaches
On the coast of the Riviera Maya there are 6 beaches. Each of them has its own zest and its unusual flavor: Maroma, Akumal, Tulum, Sian Caan, Boca Payla, Puerto Morelos.
Maroma is the beach of the Yucatan coast, from the border with Belize to the resort of Cancun. Turquoise water and sandy white beaches, calm warm sea water, hectares of jungle. This is the most beautiful resort in the world.
Akamul - these are two beaches: one in the Half Moon Bay, and the second in the Akumal Bay. The coast with turquoise water, very calm water, but with a rich underwater world. The resort is attractive for swimming with turtles.
Tulum - white sand, Mayan ruins, turquoise water - one of the best beaches in Mexico. Here you can easily combine swimming and sunbathing on the coast with a visit to the ruins of an ancient settlement.
Sian Kaan is a beach of the biosphere reserve. It is a continuation of the resort complex Tulum. The coast is isolated by mangroves. Suitable for secluded relaxation and communication with nature.
Boca Paila is one of Mexico's romantic beaches, where tropical idyll blends in with marine beauty. Not far from the coast is a cottage of Boca Payla - one of the best for fishing. First-rate services and comfortable rooms are also provided.
Puerto Morelos is a fishing village. It is famous for its secluded beach. It is very wide, not crowded with vacationers. An ideal place for relaxing and swimming in clean, clear, calm water. Favorite place for divers. Reefs are 500 meters away from the coast. Lovers of underwater depths to the reefs are delivered by local fishermen.
Hidden beach
Off the coast of a small island in the Pacific Ocean is the Hidden Beach of Mexico.
It is located inside the rocks of one of the islands of the Marieta archipelago and resembles a large pool, knocked out in a cave with an open top. It is called "hidden", since the walls of the rocks block the beach from the outside world.
This is the perfect romantic place for lovers, and was originally called the "Beach of Love" in Mexico. This unique place thanks to the Internet has become famous throughout the world.
Striking the imagination and wealth of the underwater world. More than a hundred species of fish live here. You can meet stingrays, sea turtles, octopuses, dolphins, humpback whales.
The easiest way to get to Marieta Island and Mexico's Hidden Beach is to join the tour. This is a boat trip along the Marieta archipelago, which includes a visit to the romantic seaside.
