The Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico is the most popular haunt in the country for travellers of all kinds, from beach bound couples to jungle trekkers and culture seekers. There is no greater reason for this than the Caribbean coast, where reefs, clear waters and pristine beaches create a Mexican paradise. Flights into Cancun airport offer easy links to Playa del Carmen, but the fact that national roads did not reach it until the 1960’s has enabled it to retain its traditions and culture.
Although Playa del Carmen is a fast growing city, it still has a sleepy fishing town charm, and developments along the coast strike a good balance with the natural scenery. The atmosphere remains in keeping with a laid back coastal locations and there is little danger of the city losing its original character. Quinte Avenue is a long road running parallel to the beach, and is where many of the
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