Few places on earth cause as much amazement as the Riviera Maya. What makes the Riviera Maya so different from other coastlines around the world is that the Riviera Maya is full of magic, a place where you can completely escape from the outside world. 

It is filled with natural wonders: ecological reserves, an emerald-green jungle, the incomparable turquoise blue sea and countless lost cities of the ancient Mayan civilization. Lying hidden amidst the intense green is a habitat with a rich variety of flora and fauna and geological formations that are impossible to find anywhere else in the world. It is also renowned for its cenotes, sweet-water deposits of capricious shapes and different sizes, produced by the subterranean rivers which emerged to the surface over the course of millions of years. Facing the Riviera Maya's coast is the world's largest coral reef in the northern hemisphere, making it the perfect place for scuba diving and snorkeling. Hundreds of marine species, including multi-colored tropical fishes, sponges, starfish, and various types of coral, make up the spectacular and fragile Great Maya Reef. 

Tourism infrastructure all along the Riviera Maya offers a variety of different options from upscale hotels, all-inclusive properties or charming boutique hotels, all with excellent accommodations, first-class facilities and the exceptional, warm hospitality of its people. It just doesn't get any better than this!

10 THINGS YOU MUST DO WHEN YOU VISIT RIVIERA MAYA

1. Swimming by the only archaeological site located by the sea... Tulum.
2. Spend a day of amazement interacting with Mexican culture in one of the most spectacular theme parks in the world Xcaret.
3. Snorkel in the largest natural aquarium in the world Xel-Ha.
4. Get the perfect suntan in Akumal silky beaches.
5. Explore the mystery of the Mayan caves in Aktun Chen.
6. Stroll along "La Quinta Avenida" of Playa del Carmen and enjoy the wide variety of bars, restaurants and shops.
7. Return in time and discover a Mayan village
8. Discover the underwater world at the largest coral reef on the northern hemisphere... Snorkeling and Diving.
9. Get in touch whit one of the greatest biodiversities in the world on the Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka'an.
10. Relax and experience a Mayan treatment in one of the multiples Spa´s in Riviera Maya.

(descriptions and list of things to do taken from the Riviera Maya Department of Tourism website)