Mexico Anyone?

Hola!

I am back and ready to tell you all about my more recent visits (2017 and 2018) to Mexico, specifically an area called Playa Del Carmen in the Yucatan Peninsula of the Mayan Riviera.  I think many of us can agree that Mexico stands a part from the rest when it comes to its unconventional and/or archaic methods of government.  Nonetheless, it boasts much natural beauty and is bountiful in history which is what draws many tourists every year.  That, and the hot sun!

On both visits I loved my stay at The Royal Playa Del Carmen 5 star luxury resort (which has just been rebranded as Hilton Playa Del Carmen).  It is everything the name suggests and then some.  The grounds are meticulously manicured, polished travertine tiles and marble everywhere, roman pillars, wrought iron railings, and the list goes on.  The resort is stocked with all the amenities you can imagine.  But the one thing that really stands out is the people.  I have found that the Mexican people are a humble people and genuinely warm and friendly.  They are helpful and very hardworking.  They are what represents the Mexican culture in its truest form.

While many enjoy sitting around the pool or at the beach sunning and sipping on fruity drinks relaxing, there are many things to do in the Gulf of Mexico if one so chooses.  A favorite of mine was strolling down an area called Fifth Avenue lined with a variety of local shops and restaurants.  However, integrated within is an upscale open air shopping mall with a number of designer shops.  A marriage of two different worlds.  If you're looking for sterling silver jewelry, you can bet a local will have some for you.  There is such a variety of local wares, you will not have any trouble finding those perfect souvenirs to bring home.  And let's not mention Tequila ...  ;)

 

 

A trip to Mexico is not complete until you have had a chance to visit one of the Mayan ruins.  We opted to visit the ruins at Tulum with the Gulf of Mexico as its backdrop.  An absolute amazing experience!  And to top off the tour, we got to relax in one of Mexico's many cenotes (natural sinkholes exposing ground water).

While I have had my own reservations in the past about traveling to Mexico, my experiences have been nothing other than enjoyable.  Their infrastructure needs modernization so it is important to be cautious and avoid consuming their water.  Of course it goes without saying that no matter where we travel, it is important to use common sense and in doing so, we can pretty much guarantee ourselves a great vacation!

I actually did surprise myself and had a really great time.

Thanks for joining me again.  I hope to be back soon with some more travel stories to share.

Ciao for now ...