Playa del Carmen, no longer a sleepy fishing village, is now the action capital of the international jet-set. There's still the charm that lured the free living hippies of the 70's, but now it has a definate European influence, like it's toppless beaches. 5th Avenue, a pedestrian walkway, has fabulous cuisine in it's many restaurants and cafe's.

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It's high fasion nightclubs rock with incredible nightlife and great live music. There are numerous upscale botique stores to browse--but bring lots of hula dollars! Playa comes alive after dark!

If you'd like to spend a pleasant evening, you could stroll down Quinta Avenida, the most famous street in Playa del Carmen that runs parallel to the sea, and visit its many restaurants, bars and cafés. There are many places to dance, if you like live music, try Siesta Fiesta, or La Santanera, the salsa dancing at La Bodeguita Del Medio. If you'd like to have a drink and listen to good music, Deseo, Daiblito Cha, Cha, Cha, Captain Tulis, Safari and The Blue Parrot are all excellent choices.

Playa has fully recovered from the hurricane Wilma that devestated it's beautiful beaches. Thecalm turquoise-blue waters of the Mexican Caribbean Sea are now perfect for everything--or nothing.

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At these delightful beaches, you can do all kinds of activities, relax and bask in the sun as you listen to the soothing sounds of the sea and take in the topical scenery that the Quintana Roo coast offers. Along the coast bathed by the azure waters of the Caribbean in Playa del Carmen, you can visit some of the beaches on the Riviera Maya, such as Xcaret, a small bay with caves and freshwater cenotes, or limestone sinkholes; Akumal, Xel-ha and Tulum 63 km away from Playa del Carmen.

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The Riviera Maya - Playa del Carmen, Akumal, Tulum, Xpu-Ha - is comprised beautiful white beaches, incredible Mayan archeological sites, villages, and resorts. Its a popular European destination and topless bathing is the norm. Playa del Carmenan great alternative for vacationers wanting a Mexican Caribbean getaway without the crowds and clamor of Cancun or Cozumel. The Riviera Maya is very special place with exciting scenic and natural wonders, perfect for people looking for a Caribbean destination with real class, unique adventures, and the perfect romantic getaway.

Playa Del Carmen, a 45 minute ride south of the Cancun airport is located on the Riviera Maya. Just 40 minutes south will get you to Tulum.

After basking in the sun on Playa del Carmens gorgeous white powdery beaches or exploring the diving in the cenotes, locals and tourists hang out along 5th Avenue where there is a great a variety of restaurants, fine cuisine, interesting shops and great night life.

Playa del Carmen is a special place that attracts special people. There is a great varity of people in Playa Del Carmen from many cultural backgrounds. People from all over the world have relocated here and built ther happy-ever-after villas. Playa del Carmen is one of those magical placee that you want to be a part of.

If you are looking for the hustle and bustle of Cancun or Cozumel you will not find it in Playa Del Carmen.