Not very long ago, the entire eastern flank of the Yucatán Peninsula was a virgin beach; its long stretches of white sand overlooked by nothing more ambitious than a coconut palm. But times have changed and progress has touched the Riviera Maya, as the 100-mile corridor from Cancún to Tulum is now called. The Maya constructed important urban centers throughout this region. In addition to the most famous-Tulum, Cobá, Xcaret and Xel-Há-you can see others like Tankah, which is practically right on the highway, a little before getting to Tulum. In Playacar are the vestiges of Xaman-Há and the southern part of the state is worth a visit to sites such as Kohunlich, among other. There’s something to satisfy every style or budget. If you’re looking for grand hotels with all the services (pool, restaurant, satellite TV, air conditioning and phone), you will find these in Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras and Akumal. The less populated sports, like Playa del Secreto, Punta Bete, Xcalacoco, Paamul, Xpu-Há and Tulum, are better-known for their rustic and more informal atmosphere. More about Riviera Maya[+]
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