Mexico is an exotic country where vacationers are waiting for gorgeous sandy beaches, unusual bright cities and mysterious pyramids. Mexican resorts can be chosen for any, the most fastidious taste.
Many, having arrived here for the first time, cannot get rid of the feeling that they have already been here. And this is not surprising. After all, many have seen numerous commercials that were filmed in these heavenly places. Coconut palms, clear and warm sea water, snow-white sand and gentle sun - all this can be found on the coasts of Mexico.
Why do so many choose to vacation in Mexico?
Mexico is a paradise on Earth, where first-class resorts, tropical nature and five-star hotels are concentrated in a small area of the planet. Every year, a huge number of tourists choose this country as their holiday destination.
Mexico is a vacation on the best coasts of the Riviera Maya and Cancun, these are monuments of ancient civilizations, diving and fishing, tequila, surfing, disco, Mexican cuisine. This is the whole of Mexico, where smells, tastes, colors - everything is bright,juicy and clean. Just have time to enjoy.
This is a country with a mixed mix of three cultures: Caribbean, Amerindian and Spanish. Mexico attracts tourists with interesting culture, history, exotic cuisine, amazing architecture. But most tourists come here because of the amazing coastline.
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.
Pacific coast beaches are known to surfers. In addition, they amaze with the beauty of their waters and huge waves.
Coloring of Mexico is the opportunity to combine a holiday on the beach and excursions to the ruins of ancient Indian cities. For example, the resort of Tulum combines these unique features. Not far from it is the famous resort complex Playa del Carmen, which is considered the center of the Riviera Maya.
Near the Riviera is the world famous resort of Cancun, which offers nightclubs, hotels and beautiful beaches. Near this resort is the Island of Women, which is shrouded in romantic legends and legends.
Lovers of a secluded and relaxing holiday will like the beaches of the Pacific coast: Punta de Mita, Los Cabos, Huatulco, Costa Alegre. Here there areplaces for surfers: Puerto Escondido and Oaxaca. And of course, the pearl of the Pacific coast - Acapulco, the country's most visited resort.
All beaches in Mexico are free, public, sandy. On the territory of any of them there are numerous cafes and restaurants that offer to taste 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 located in the open sea, and this creates a risk of undercurrents. A weather warning system has been adopted here:
- 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 do all kinds of water activities.
According to vacationers and tourists who leave reviews on the Internet, the best beaches in Mexico are: Cancun, Acapulco, Los Cabos, Cozumel, Riviera Mayan beaches, Hidden beach, Puerto Vallarta beaches.
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 sandy spit and is famous for its white sandy beaches, clear sea water and tropical exotic plants.
The resort is dotted with first-class inns and hotels. The recreational season here is year-round, the differencetemperatures in winter and summer are only a few degrees.
Cancun consists of two parts: the city center and the hotel zone. 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 this area. Fitness centers and sports complexes, nightclubs and discos, as well as other entertainment facilities of the resort area have also been built here.
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 filmed and are being filmed. Acapulco is located near the capital of Mexico. Therefore, this resort is considered purely Mexican. A 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.
Besides, 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 worldwide fame only from the beginning of the 60s, when Hollywood stars began to visit Mexican beaches. This is the favorite resort of Robert de Niro and Madonna. He was the most belovedresting place for Marilyn Monroe and other celebrities.
Acapulco is a nightlife resort. Nights of carnivals and entertainment that continue until dawn. But besides this life, the resort is known for a huge number of small beaches, often with isolated bays and hidden shores, where you can swim in seclusion in silence, far from the bustle of large cities.
Los Cabos
Los Cabos is an elite young and expensive resort of the country. Mostly we althy Americans come here to relax. There are practically no local residents here. Los Cabos is famous for its snow-white hotels, exotic nature, fishing and diving.
Elite golf courses are equipped here, safaris are organized in jeeps through 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 for first-class sea fishing: sail fish, marlin, black perch. From January to April, you can watch the whales from the shore, which come here into the bay.
Cozumel
The largest coral island in Mexico. Almost the entire territory of the island is a national reserve. The resort is unique in that the entire 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 in size only to the Great Coralreef of Australia. This resort is very much loved by divers, both professionals and amateurs. In addition, the best and most dangerous diving sites in the world are located here - many kilometers of 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. At depth, divers can fully enjoy the beauty of the scenery and test themselves from a professional point of view.
Beaches of the Riviera Maya
There are 6 beaches on the coast of the Riviera Maya. Each of them has its own zest and its own unusual flavor: Maroma, Akumal, Tulum, Sian Kaan, Boca Paila, Puerto Morelos.
Maroma is a beach on 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 Half Muun Bai, the second in Akumal Bai. A coastline with turquoise waters, very calm waters but with a rich underwater world. The resort attracts with the opportunity to swim with turtles.
Tulum - white sand, ruins of Mayan fortifications, 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 city.
Sian Kaan is a biosphere reserve beach. It is an extension of the Tulum resort complex. The coast is isolated by mangroves. Suitable for privacy andcommunication with nature.
Boca Paila is one of Mexico's romantic beaches, where the tropical idyll is combined with the beauty of the sea. Not far from the coast is Boca Paila cottage - one of the best for fishing. In addition, it provides first-class services and comfortable rooms.
Puerto Morelos is a fishing village. Famous for its secluded beach. It is very wide, not crowded with vacationers. An ideal place to relax and swim in clean, clear, calm water. Favorite place for divers. The reefs are 500 meters away from the shore. Lovers of the underwater depths are delivered to the reefs by local fishermen.
Hidden Beach
Off the coast of a small island in the Pacific Ocean lies Mexico's Hidden Beach.
It is located inside the rocks of one of the islands of the Marieta archipelago and resembles a large pool carved into an open-topped cave. It is called "hidden" because the walls of the rocks block the beach from the outside world.
This is the perfect romantic spot for lovers and was originally called "Love Beach" in Mexico. Thanks to the Internet, this unique place has become famous all over the world.
The richness of the underwater world is amazing. 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 a tour. This is a boat trip along the Marieta archipelago, which includes a visit to a romanticseaside.
Puerto Vallarta beaches, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta is a resort city located on the coast of Banderas Bay. The city was founded in 1851. Today, its ancient buildings harmoniously coexist with modern trendy hotels.
The resort is very popular with fans of diving, water sports, fishing and windsurfing.
On the coast of Puerto Vallarta there are about ten beaches. The most popular of them are Destiladeras and La Manzanilla. They are famous for a large number of tourists and developed tourist infrastructure. But the most popular is Los Muertos beach. It is the largest in the resort and is located near the old town.
The Internet is replete with numerous reviews of the beaches of Mexico. Tourists who have visited this country note that all places for recreation are very picturesque, the water is clean and transparent. It is also possible to combine a beach holiday with a cultural one. In addition, here is a paradise for divers.
All resorts in Mexico with their history, ancient ruins, gastronomic exoticism, vibrant nightlife, as well as quiet romantic coasts and lagoons, attract millions of tourists every year. Mexico is ideal for a romantic honeymoon or holiday with children, or just for an unforgettable vacation alone.
