Riviera Maya Yacht Charter: Planning a Private Day at Sea
Marinas, boats, weather and the questions that decide whether a charter day goes well.
Travel Guides
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Where to Stay in Cozumel: Town, North or South
San Miguel for walking, the north for calm condos, the south for oceanfront villas near the reefs: how Cozumel’s areas compare.
Where to Stay in Playa del Carmen: Areas Compared
Downtown for energy, Playacar Phase 1 for a private beach house within walking distance, Phase 2 for golf and resorts.
Playacar, Playa del Carmen: A Guide to the Villa Enclave
A gated neighborhood of beach houses a short walk from Quinta Avenida, and how it differs from the golf-course side.
Getting to Cozumel: Direct Flights or the Ferry
Fly straight to the island, or land in Cancún and cross by ferry: how to choose, and what each route really takes.
Getting to Playa del Carmen from Cancún Airport
About an hour down the coast from Cancún: how to choose a transfer, handle a group’s luggage and add Cozumel or Tulum.
Diving and Snorkeling in Cozumel: A Planning Guide
Drift dives along protected walls, reefs off the villa ladder, and how to plan the water days around the weather.
What Is Playa del Carmen? A Riviera Maya Town Guide
A fishing village turned lively beach city, with a gated villa neighborhood on the sand and the whole coast within reach.
What Is Cozumel? A Guide to Mexico’s Caribbean Island
One town, one sheltered coast of reefs, one wild coast of surf: how Mexico’s largest Caribbean island fits together.
How to Book a Luxury Vacation Rental for the First Time
No book-now button, a quote instead of a room rate, and a contract before the deposit: how renting a private villa, chalet or residence works, step by step.