Is the Mexican Riviera in the Caribbean?


Is the Mexican Riviera in the Caribbean? The Riviera Maya spans 80 miles along the Mexican Caribbean coastline, running south from Puerto Morelos to Tulum, with Playa del Carmen between the two towns.


Which side of Mexico is Caribbean?

Caribbean: The white sand beaches and turquoise waters of the Caribbean's Yucatan Peninsula make destinations like Cancun, Riviera Maya, and Tulum all about the beaches. In fact, it's the allure of the Caribbean Sea on the east coast that drives most vacationers south of the border.


What parts of Mexico are Caribbean?

Where to go on the Caribbean coast of Mexico
  • Cancun.
  • Puerto Morelos.
  • Playa del Carmen.
  • Akumal.
  • Tulum.
  • Isla Mujeres.
  • Cozumel.
  • Isla Contoy.


What Mexican state is on the Caribbean sea?

Quintana Roo – Quintana Roo is located on the eastern part of the Yucatan Peninsula in Southeastern Mexico. The state borders the Caribbean sea to the east and north, and Belize to the south.


Why is Riviera Maya so popular?

Its pristine, white beaches, beautiful cenotes, archaeological sites, divers cuisine, restaurants, hotels, condos and resorts. Here are 10 reasons to visit the Riviera Maya, in the south of Cancun, from Puerto Morelos to Punta Allen, Sian Ka'an in the south of Tulum.


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