The Night Time Is The Right Time In The Yucatan
This is part two in a sequence of four articles.
In our last column we discussed the coastal yucatan region south of Playa del Carmen as well as in the area of Tulum. In this piece we are going to center of Playa plus the activities around this prospering beachfront Caribbean township. What originated as a quiet and tiny Caribbean fishing hub, has rapidly evolved into one of the top travel destinations in the yucatan. Back in the early 90’s we visited that sleepy little village and I can say first hand it is a far cry from what it is today. Popularity causes advancement and change, but if you are looking for a wonderful get-away and tons of action, Playa is the place.
Playa nowadays represents a Caribbean destination that has it all. From world class shopping on the renowned 5th Avenue to a number of adventure parks, first class Playa del Carmen hotels and all-inclusive resorts to night clubs and dining options to fulfil even the most critical palettes. Whether by daylight or nighttime, you should notice no lack of stuff to do in this beautiful city!
Playa is a lot more than just kilometers away from the small Tulum hotels and eco-chic cabana resorts you will discover further down the seashore, although it still continues to be a charming, dynamic and culturally rich place to visit. By day, Playa del Carmen gives you some of the greatest people observation to be found in Mexico, regardless of whether on the broad yucatan beaches or on the 5th Avenue walking mall you should see a extensive range of visitors from all over the world. There is a lot to do and experience in this centrally situated little city, being a quick ferryboat ride to Cozumel for a terrific day trip for snorkeling or scuba or going up the coastline 30 minutes to the city of cancun for even more options.
Playa during the day means beach runs, snorkel and SCUBA tours, daylight jungle safaris, adventure theme parks, golf and great shopping. In the night time it brings out the untamed side in most who embark out beneath the illumination of the moon. Along with the first class restaurant choices there are at least 12 dance-clubs that are attractive to the late night dancing and party crowds. Still accepted as a fun family vacation choice, Playa del Carmen is quickly establishing itself as a rival for Cancun with the dance party amusement options. A couple of locations you may get the urge to visit for the dance-life include; CoCo Bongo for outstanding stage shows with gifted music cover bands, The Blue Parrot for the fire shows on Friday and Saturday nights, OM Playa for a beer in comfort and La Santanera for a hip music club.
Whether by day or nightlife, with family, a twosome or single traveler, Playa del Carmen really offers something for everybody that is looking for a little or a lot of the caribbean in their holiday. In our next article we will head inland and observe the wonders of the mayan world and culture of Merida and the surrounding areas. There is zero shortage of fun and exhilaration when it comes to travel on the Yucatan!
Ron Williams is an established travel critic living year round in Tulum, Mexico specializing in information regarding playa del carmen beach hotels as well as life around the Yucatan Peninsula. Feel free to e-mail Ron directly if you need area recommendations as well as information for experiencing an unforgettable adventure in Yucatan.
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