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Virgin beaches: hidden sanctuaries for the few who know where to look

If you Google “Mexican beaches”, “Mexican Caribbean”, “best beaches in Mexico” or “Mayan Riviera”, you’ll find pictures of turquoise-sea paradises, beautiful in every way. If you scroll down a little, you’ll see pictures of celebrations, music festivals with the Caribbean as backdrop, and so much more.

But real insiders like us, truly in love with Playa del Carmen, its Caribbean and its people, will tell you that there’s so much more to it than any tour guide can describe.

That’s right.

What you see in pictures is about 20% of what there is in the Mayan Riviera. That’s why we’ve decided to give you a brief glimpse of some of the beaches most tourists never see—beaches that stand out not only because of their unique beauty, but also because of their peace and quiet.

Akumal

One of sea turtles’ favorite spots, and as such, perfect for nature lovers and conservation enthusiasts. Only 23 miles from Playa del Carmen, this marvelous beach is gorgeous from top to bottom.

 

Chemuyil

This beautiful beach is a bay surrounded by jungle. Ideal for family visits, since it offers plenty of activities, food, fishing and so much more. Only 13 miles south of Tulum, Chemuyil awaits with open arms.

 

Sian Ka’an

Of course we have to mention one of the state of Quintana Roo’s most famous places. A breathtaking beach everyone should visit: Sian Ka’an is Mayan for “the place where the sky is born,” and that’s no exaggeration: it’s impossible not to lose yourself in this dreamy atmosphere where the blue hues of the water and the sky merge in Earth’s natural infinity pool.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit these beaches with your friends and family. What better way to do it than staying with the best vacation rental option, so you can be completely in charge of your itinerary?


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Beach for all: Do you have special dietary requirements? You can still enjoy the Mexican Caribbean

Some health situations are beyond our control: allergies, special diets, medical requirements or just a dislike of certain things. Far from being a reason to miss an opportunity to have a great time, it should be one more reason to fully enjoy life.

Playa del Carmen in the Mexican Caribbean can be considered inclusive because it has so many options for so many tastes; even those who have strict dietary restrictions can have an incredible time here.

We’re not talking about healthy options that remove all flavor and beauty from the art of eating. Great chefs like Aquiles Chávez, the renowned Mexican chef, have restaurants in Playa del Carmen where you can enjoy dishes directly from the sea that enchant those who don’t eat red meat or poultry.

If seafood is not your thing, you can find wonderful places with cuts of meat you’ll love. We recommend visiting El Diez, a franchise that opened a branch on Fifth Avenue, that has flavors you’ll fall in love with.   There are many options for vegetarians as well.

Hotels also offer special menus; however, if you’re looking for something different, a great option is to experience “show cooking.” The chef you hire via phone or email has several menus: choose one and he or she buys the ingredients and takes them to your house or hotel room. Some hotels don’t allow this, but if you want an experience like this one, why stay in a traditional hotel? At Happy Address you can plan your activities with complete freedom and organize your show cooking whenever you want, with the ingredients you prefer and as many helpings as you desire.

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