Formerly known as Cancun, the Riviera Maya or the Mayan Riviera is a tourism hub located at the coastal Highway 400 that stretches the coastline of Quintana Roo and facing the
The name Mayan Riviera was the invention of the town’s mayor, Ramon Martin Azueta in 1999 to give Mayan Riviera a brand new image to lure more a much number of tourists to come and visit the place.
Among the top attractions of the Maya Riviera is its rich coastal and aquatic life. That is why, guests, especially foreigners, simply enjoy their stay here as they jet ski, scuba dive, swim, zip-line, and watch the dolphins swim.
Mayan Riviera is also known for the archeological sites found here, like the Talum, Xcaret, and Xel-Ha. The
Then, there is also the Mayan Riviera barrier reef, considered to be the second largest in the world. The barrier reef, also a must see sight to scuba divers, starts at Puerto Morelos and ends at
If you are looking for the best accommodations while you are at the Mayan Riviera, look at the Mayan