Planning a trip to Mexico’s Caribbean coast involves more than just picking a destination and booking a hotel. From navigating the Cancun airport and renting a car in the Yucatan to understanding the best cenotes to visit, the Mayan ruins worth the detour, and what to pack for a tropical beach vacation, there is a lot of practical ground to cover. This section of Island Life Mexico brings together our best general travel guides for the region: the kind of insider knowledge that makes the difference between a good trip and a great one. You will find guides covering the best cenotes across the Yucatan Peninsula, a complete guide to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, tips for getting around the Yucatan by car, bus, and ferry, our beach vacation packing list, and an introduction to the extraordinary food culture of the region. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning traveler looking to go deeper, our Mexico travel information guides are here to help you get the most out of every day on the road.
Chichen Itza Mayan Ruins Guide
The ancient Mayan capital of Chichen Itza is one of the 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site that you should plan to visit on the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. Keep reading for everything you need to know to visit Chichen Itza.
7 Yucatan Foods That Will Blow Your Mind
The Yucatan offers some of the best seafood and unique dishes in all of Mexico. From fish tacos to ceviches and more, the Yucatan is a surprising food destination. Here are some of our favorite foods of the Yucatan!
The Best Cenotes in Yucatan
There are thousands of cenotes in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. The cave-like structures filled will clear waters are a must-see when visiting the region. Swim, snorkel, or even scuba dive in the beautiful blue pools. Here are the BEST cenotes in Playa Del Carmen, Tulum, Cancun and Valladolid.
The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef
The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef is an extensive coral reef system stretching over 650 miles along the Caribbean coast of Central America. From Isla Contoy off Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, down to Belize, Guatemala and the Bay Islands of Honduras.
Getting Around The Yucatan
All the information you need to get around the Yucatan. Times, prices and location info. Information on the bus, rental cars, taxis, ferries and even colectivos! Cancun to Tulum, Playa del Carmen to Cozumel, Cancun to Holbox and Isla Mujeres,, and more!
Packing List For Beach Vacation
Packing for beach vacations shouldn’t be hard, so we’ve put together a unique beach vacation packing list to help and included some of our favorite items. From clothes to electronics and everything in between, we've got all the tips to make packing a breeze.