Playa del Carmen

5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen.  The best shopping and restaurants in Playa del Carmen are tucked along Quinta Avenida, or 5th Avenue. Here you can shop for original artwork, native handicrafts, beautiful jewelry, Panama hats, and other souvenirs. Dozens of open air restaurants provide the perfect backdrop for enjoying an iced beverage and the local flavors of Riviera Maya, Mexico.    [Top]

Golf in Playa del Carmen. The Playa del Carmen area is dotted with world-class championship golf courses designed by renowned golf course architects. Iberostar Playa Paraiso Golf Club, Golf Club Playacar or Grupo Mayan Golf Riviera Maya are among the best courses in Mexico and each is located minutes from Grand Velas All Suites & SPA Resort Riviera Maya in Playa del Carmen.  [Top]

Xcaret Eco Park. Just five minutes outside of Playa del Carmen one of the largest eco parks in Mexico. Xcaret offers dozens of activities and attractions centered around environmental education, conservation, and preservation. Xcaret, spread across 200 lush jungle and beachfront acres, features such attractions as a museum, butterfly pavilion coral reef aquarium, two underground cenotes, cultural performances and live entertainment, and dolphin swim programs. Xcaret facilities and amenities include a restaurant, showers and locker room, hammocks and beach chairs, snorkeling gear, and gift shop, and ATM. Visit www.xcaret.com for coupons or admission discounts offered during your vacation.  [Top]