Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen is located on the Mexican Caribbean coast, 40 miles south of Cancun. This area, known as the Mayan Riviera, is an ideal destination for weddings, honeymoons or just to relax in a gorgeous setting. Playa del Carmen’s original name was “Xaman-Ha” or “waters of the north”. Playa del Carmen’s location and natural beauty make it the perfect vacation spot for travelers of all ages and all budgets.



Playa del Carmen used to be a tiny fishing village, but the increasing rarity of unspoiled beaches, such as the one found there, have put it on the map as a vacation destination. Technically, Playa del Carmen is made up of the village area and the resort area. Both of these combined allow the traveler to experience the quai View the rest of this article