The top five reasons to vacation in Cancún, Mexico (besides the obvious one!)
Okay, you don’t really need five reasons to go to Cancún. One should suffice–the beach in this city! Miles and miles of white sandy beaches. But, if you need some more, here are five more reasons that you should have you packing your bags and setting out on a vacation to Cancun, Mexico in the glorious Mexican Caribbean!
Gorgeous All-Inclusive Resorts
Check out – or, better yet, check into – the Moon Palace: one of the region’s top ten beach resorts, and all-inclusive to boot. Swimming pools? How about ten. Places to eat? The resort has a good twenty. Golf? Check. Spas? There are several. When you come to Cancún, you’re going to be at a premiere spot right on the Caribbean ocean. So let yourself get pampered a little!
Ancient history right nearby
If you’re at all into ancient history, one of the best sites is Tulum, an easy day trip from the tip of the peninsula. –One of the benefits of Tulum is being far less crowded than the more well-known Chichen Itza. You can wander these wonderful ruins alone or with a guide. (But if you really want to learn anything about the ancients who built it, you’ll want a guide!) You also don’t want to miss the iguanas posing on the stones so that you can take a selfie. Overall, it’s a terrific diversion from all the sun-soaking on the beach.
Relaxing on Isla Mujeres
Right across the Bahia de Mujeres, off the coast from Cancún, the Isla Mujeres isn’t only for women. (And that’s despite the name meaning “women’s island” in Spanish!) Here you can enjoy a change in view of the Cancun skyline while enjoying a calmer Caribbean vibe. Spend a relaxing afternoon at the beach, between two of the best meals you’ll eat in Cancún. This island is renowned for its food, and you’ll find everything – from superb Italian and French flavors to wonderful, local Mayan and Yucatecan cuisine.
Exploring jungle ruins
While the Tulum ruins are right on the beach, the ruins of Cobá are tucked away in the jungle. They are well worth the extra effort to get to. At Cobá, may climb one of the ancient Mayan pyramids, and be rewarded at the top with spectacular views of the Yucatán jungle. You’ll be enveloped by the feeling of authenticity: these ruins today are as surrounded by the ever-encroaching forest as they must have been ages ago. Cobá is a must-see day excursion – the drive from Cancún is less than two hours!
World-class nightlife
Tired of beaches and ruins? Then it’s time to hit the clubs! The best club in Cancún, by far, is Coco Bongo – a huge dance club with a thousand incredible acts, any one of which will make you forget that you’re not in Las Vegas! Tickets come with unlimited drinks, and the club stays open late. Dance the night away – and then sleep all day on the beach. You’re in Cancún! You can do whatever you want!
Mexico might be just south of the border but a terrific place to vacation. Flights are quick from much of the United States. Perfect for a quick weekend getaway or a longer trip.
Have you vacationed in Cancun, Mexico? What was your favorite thing to do? Let me know in the comments below!
Happy travels to you…until we meet again!
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