This particular region of Mexico really didn’t exist prior to the 80s. And since then it has become the beach and resort place to party. Cancun itself is basically divided into the town and then the 13-mile hotel zone strip which offers an abundance of top notch resorts, featuring all-inclusive stays and it has become extremely popular with families, spring breakers and young couples alike. Cancun’s sister city, Playa del Carmen tends to be a little more urban and its downtown, especially the acclaimed Fifth Avenue, are a bit more accessible. Here you can shop the local markets and enjoy an authentic Mexican experience.
